Free Live Music in Los Angeles

8 upcoming concerts and live music events

Discover free performances across Los Angeles.

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Free live music in Los Angeles

Free, recurring live music — some year-round, some seasonal (it returns each year). No tickets, no cover.

Grand Performances — California Plaza (Los Angeles)

SeasonalFree

Free outdoor concerts at California Plaza in Downtown LA every summer — Grand Performances, a global-music series running since 1987.

Summers · Global / mixed

Venice Beach Drum Circle (Los Angeles)

Free

A free, open drum circle on the sand near the Venice Beach boardwalk every weekend — Saturday and Sunday afternoons into sunset. A long-running Venice tradition.

Sat, Sun · Afternoons into sunset · Drum circle / percussion

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8 upcoming shows on the calendar in Los Angeles right now. More are added as venues announce their schedules — here's what usually runs here, plus where to find free music nearby.

Free music series in Los Angeles

Free concerts near Los Angeles

Long Beach12 shows · 12 miSan Diego2 shows · 99 miLas Vegas4 shows · 230 miSan Francisco11 shows · 348 mi

Venues that host free music in Los Angeles

Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach PierCalifornia PlazaPier PlazaSea Terrace ParkLACMAWilson Park Amphitheatre
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Los Angeles's near-perfect outdoor climate and deep reservoir of working musicians make it one of the best cities in the world for free live music. The city's sprawl means great free shows are spread across dozens of neighborhoods — from Grand Park's downtown stage to the beach cities' summer concert series.

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Live Tonight in Los Angeles

(1 show)
Classical
Free RSVP

Colburn Music Academy Showcase

Thayer Hall (Colburn School) · Downtown
Sat, Sep 19 · 5:00pm
via Colburn SchoolView listing
Classical
Free RSVP

Colburn Music Academy Showcase

Thayer Hall (Colburn School) · Downtown
Sat, Sep 19 · 5:00pm
via Colburn SchoolView listing
Classical
Walk-up free

Pacific Symphony On The Go

Heisler Park Amphitheater · Laguna Beach
Fri, Sep 25 · 5:30pm
via Pacific Symphony On The GoView listing
Walk-up free

Dolly Parton Day

California Plaza · Downtown LA
Fri, Sep 25 · 12:00pm
via Grand PerformancesView listing
Classical
Walk-up free

Pacific Symphony On The Go

Villa Park Town Center · Villa Park
Sat, Sep 26 · 6:30pm
via Pacific Symphony On The GoView listing
Classical
Free RSVP

Colburn Performance Forum

Thayer Hall (Colburn School) · Downtown
Thu, Oct 1 · 11:00am
via Colburn SchoolView listing
Walk-up free

Diego's Garage

Marina Park, Newport Beach · Newport Beach
Sun, Oct 11 · 4:00pm
via Newport Beach Concerts on the GreenView listing
Classical
Walk-up free

Colburn at St. Paul

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church · Westwood
Sat, Oct 17 · 8:00pm
via Colburn SchoolView listing
Classical
Walk-up free

Colburn at St. Paul

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church · Westwood
Sat, Nov 7 · 8:00pm
via Colburn SchoolView listing

Recurring Concert Series in Los Angeles

Colburn at St. Paul2 shows

Free Live Music in Los Angeles

Los Angeles has 8 free concerts coming up, including Pacific Symphony On The Go and Colburn at St. Paul. All events are completely free — no tickets, no cover charges.

Shows take place at Thayer Hall (Colburn School), St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, and Heisler Park Amphitheater and other venues across Downtown, Westwood, and Laguna Beach. Events run through November 2026.

Genres include Classical and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there free concerts in Los Angeles this weekend?
Yes — check our free concerts in Los Angeles this weekend page for the current weekend's shows. All events are free to attend with no tickets or cover charge.
Where can I see free live music in Los Angeles?
Popular free music venues in Los Angeles include Thayer Hall (Colburn School), St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Heisler Park Amphitheater. Browse all Los Angeles venues for a full list.
Do I need tickets for free concerts in Los Angeles?
Most free concerts in Los Angeles are walk-up free — no tickets or reservation needed, just show up. Some events are free RSVP, which is noted on each listing.
What kinds of music are at free concerts in Los Angeles?
Free concerts in Los Angeles cover a wide range of genres including Classical, and more. Check individual listings for genre details.
How often are new free concerts added for Los Angeles?
We add new free shows here as they're announced and confirmed. Current listings run through November 2026.