11. Summer Sessions Outdoor Music and Garden Concerts for Kids at the Getty Center
Saturdays in July, the Getty Center offers its Saturdays Off the 405 concert and DJ series. Saturdays and Sundays in August, the Museum presents Garden Concerts for Kids. Food and beverages are available on site.
When: July - August
Where: The Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Cost: Free
Parking: $15, free after 5 pm, tram to museum
Info: www.getty.edu, (310) 440-7300
12. Summer Festival at the Huntington
Grammy Award-winning Southwest Chamber Music performs at the Huntington Library and Gardens in San Marino. You can bring a picnic or order dinner from the Tea Room.
When: Sat-Sun July through August, 7:30 pm
Where: The Huntington Library, 1151 Oxford Rd., San Marino
Cost: $45 Loggia, $28 Lawn
Info: 1-800-726-7147 www.swmusic.org
13. Jazz on the Lawn Concert Series
Free Sunday jazz series on the lawn at City Hall in Santa Monica in August.
When: Sundays in August, 5-7 pm
Where: City Hall lawn, 1685 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Cost: Free
Info: calendar.smgov.net/city/eventcalendar.asp
14. California Philharmonic's Festival on the Green
Music, food, and a great location combine into a magical blend unparalleled in Southern California. An engaging maestro, a world-class orchestra, and top soloists ensure enjoyment for all.
When: Every other Saturday from late June through August. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., Concert at 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Arboretum of Los Angeles County, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia
Cost: $20 - $98
Info: (626) 300-8200, www.calphil.org
15. Summer Sunset Music Festival in Culver City
Featuring artists from around the world, this 13-week concert series brings Jazz, Samba, Swing, Bluegrass and more to the courtyard at the Culver City Civic Center.
When: July - August, Thursdays at 7 pm
Where: City Hall Courtyard, 9770 Culver Blvd. at Duquesne, Culver City, CA
Cost: Free
Parking: Free parking in the City Hall parking structure.
Info: (310) 253-5715, www.culvercitymusic.org
16. Pasadena POPS Summer Concert Series
Evening symphony concerts at the band shell on the Lawn next to the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. There is table or lawn seating for your picnicking pleasure before the concert.
When: June - Sept 7:30 pm, gates open at 5:30 for picnicking
Where: The Lawn adjacent to the Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103
Cost: $30-80 for individual tickets
Parking: Free on site
Info: (626)792-7677, www.pasadenasymphony-pops.org
17. Summer Jazz at Descanso Gardens
Enjoy Thursday evening jazz concerts in the beautiful Descanso Gardens. The Camelia lounge is open for cocktails and appetizers and picnic areas are available. Check the website for performers.
When: Thursdays late June to mid August 5:30 - 7 pm
Where: Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
Cost: Free with Garden admission - $8 General. Senior/Students $6. Children (5 to 12 years) $3. Guild members and Children under 5 free
Parking: Free on site
Info: (818) 949-4200, www.descansogardens.org
18. Annual International Laureates Music Festival
The acclaimed I Palpiti Orchestral Ensemble of International Laureates from 20 countries is featured in solo, chamber, and orchestra concerts with a Grand Finale at the Disney Hall on July 29.
When: 2 weeks in July or August, various times
Where: Various locations in Beverly Hills and LA
Cost: $Free - $250
Info: 310-205-0511, www.ipalpiti.org
19. Annual Music by the Sea Concert Series
Free Sunday afternoon outdoor concert series with a variety of musical genres overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Bring a picnic, a blanket, family, and friends. Spend the afternoon shopping, listening, and dancing to music.
When: Sundays in July, 12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro
Cost: FREE
Info: 1-888-LA PARKS (527-2757), www.musicbythesea.org
20. Sunset Concerts Series at the Skirball Cultural Center
Celebrate musical traditions from around the globe. Kick back and groove or get up and dance to a diverse line-up of leading musicians who represent the best in world music. In addition, view all the Skirball galleries for free, dine at Zeidler's buffet before the concert, pick up grab-and-go light fare from Zeidler's Cart, or bring your own picnic dinner to enjoy during the concert.
When: Thursdays, July 21–August 25, 8:00 p.m. (doors open at 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Cost: Free (Concertgoers must show a date-of-concert Skirball parking stub, Metro pass, or taxi receiptfor concert admission)
Parking: $10 per car (cash only), carpooling encouraged, or take Metro Rapid 761, street parking strictly prohibited
Info: 310-440-4500 www.skirball.org
21. Long Beach Municipal Band and Thursday Night Summer Concert Series
The Long Beach Municipal Band is the longest surviving, municipally-supported band in the country. It celebrated its 100th birthday in 2009. Bring your picnic basket, blankets, and lawn chairs.
Long Beach also hosts a Thursday Night Summer Concert Series with guest bands at various parks.
When: July through August, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Various parks located throughout the city
Cost: FREE
Info: 562-570-3524, Municipal Band, Thursday Night Concert Series
More: Things to Do in Long Beach
22. Free Summer Folk Music at the Peter Strauss Ranch
The second Sunday of month from June through September, you can enjoy folk music concerts set in an old west movie set at the Peter Strauss Ranch near Agoura Hills. The free summer concerts are a project of the Topanga Banjo and Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival
When: June - Sept, 2nd Sunday of the month, 3-5 pm
Where: Peter Strauss Ranch, check the website for directions
Cost: FREE
Info: www.topangabanjofiddle.org
Information was accurate at the time of publication, please check with the venues for up to date information, or contact the Los Angeles Travel Guide with changes.
