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This page lists concerts for all counties and locations by city name. Click on the appropriate section of the alphabet for the city you are looking for, or continue scrolling down the page. Please remember that although every attempt is made to bring you the most current concert information, all schedules are subject to change. It is recommended that you confirm any performance you wish to attend. Only names for cities in which there are events during the month are included below. What's coming in May? May will begin with Cinco de Mayo celebrations, and May is the transition month to summer. There will be final symphony, spring festival and university/college performances, as well as the start of some summer concert series at the end of the month. Due to preparations for the summer edition, site updates will take place ONLY on the first weekend of the month. After that all new information will be posted to Facebook. Check the site's Facebook page for the latest news and additional information too! If you would still like to view any or all previous themed Summer editions of the site, they can be reached via links on the Site Book page. A - D | E - I | J - L | M - R | S - Z
April 28 - Active Streets: Mission-to-Mission. Active Streets Mission-to-Mission will take place from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. along five miles from Mission Street in South Pasadena through Alhambra to Mission Drive in San Gabriel. Five miles of streets will be closed to traffic and open for biking, skating, walking, etc. Activity hubs in each city will include an array of community groups, vendors, exhibitors, performing and visual artists, free games and other activities. Schedules of performances and activities are available on the website under Event Info, Activity Hubs. Information: www.activestreets.org. May 25 - Alhambra Performing Arts Center Programs. "The Best of Latin Jazz" with Tata Batera, Bruno Cunha and Guillermo Mangliano. Programs take place at 7 p.m. in the Sage Granada Park United Methodist Church, 1850 W. Hellman Drive. Seating is limited and on a first-come basis, FREE ONLY WITH ADVANCED RSVP ON EVENTBRITE. Without advanced RSVP, donation is $20 at the door. Information: (626) 230-5435, http://alhambra.eventbrite.com or e-mail at bizwind@yahoo.com.
May 4 - Soka Peace Festival. The festival celebrates Soka University's founding and will take place from 2:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. on the Soka University campus, 1 University Drive. There will be eclectic musical performances from a variety of artists, food trucks and activities for the whole family. Admission is free but parking on campus is $10. Information: www.soka.edu or http://live.soka.edu.
May 11 - Second Saturdays at the Altadena Library. Stone Soul (Motown/Soul). Programs take place from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Altadena Main Library, 600 E. Mariposa, and food and drink will be available for purchase. Reservations are required and can be made using the link on the library events page. Information: (626) 798-0833 or www.altadenalibrary.org.
May 2, 3, 4 and 5 - Anaheim Cinco De Mayo Celebration. Anaheim's largest Cinco de Mayo Celebration will take place Thursday and Friday from 5 - 10 p.m. (rides/food trucks only on Thursday and Friday), Saturday from noon - 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon - 10 p.m. at La Palma Park, 1151 North La Palma between Harbor and Lemon. Free admission; fee for carnival rides, games and vendors. Live music and entertainment on Saturday from noon - 8 p.m. and Sunday from noon - 7 p.m. There also will be a soccer tournament beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Information: (714) 581-6001, www.anaheimcinco.com or www.facebook.com/anaheimcincodemayofiesta. May 18 - Anaheim Children's Festival. The 2024 Anaheim Children's Festival will take place from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Pearson Park, Lemon Street/Sycamore Avenue. The festival offers families and people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy exploring and making art together. There will be various information and activity booths, art projects, and musical/performing groups, and all activities are free to participants. The festival is presented by the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center and the City of Anaheim. Information: (714) 765-6450, www.muzeo.org or www.anaheim.net. Weekly, Thursdays - Downtown Anaheim Farmers Market. Farmers Market hours are 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Entertainment times vary. Check website for weekly schedules. The market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Blvd). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com. Performances at The Packing House - Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (except where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information: www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.
Concerts in the Courtyard - The Apple Valley Courtyard Concerts will take place on Thursdays from 6 - 8 p.m. in the courtyard at the Apple Valley Commons (near Round Table Pizza), Northwest corner of Dale Evans Parkway and Highway 18. Food will be available for purchase, and bring your own chair. Information: (760) 240-7000 x7071, www.applevalley.org or www.applevalleyevents.org.
Azusa Pacific University Performances - Performances take place in a variety of locations on the Azusa Pacific University campus. See individual events for location and performance times. The campus is located at 901 E. Alosta Avenue. Information: (626) 812-3018 or www.apu.edu/music.
May 18 and 19 - Beverly Hills Art Show. The event takes place from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. both days. Nearly 250 artists exhibit their works outdoors in Beverly Hills in the grassy area of Beverly Gardens Park along Santa Monica Boulevard between Rodeo and Rexford Drives. There will also be entertainment and food available for purchase. Information: (310) 285-6830 or www.beverlyhills.org. May 21 - Musical Theatre Fest 2024 at The Wallis This evening program will be the culminating event of the Musical Theatre Fest running from May 14 - 21. The "A Storied Evening with the Icons" will feature some of the iconic librettists behind favorite Broadway musicals. Other programs throughout the week will include panel discussions a review of three new musicals evaluated by a panel of industry professionals (see details on this site's Arts/Events page). All programs are free but tickets must be reserved in advance. The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts is located at 9390 N. Santa Monica Boulevard. Information: (310) 746-4000 or www.thewallis.org.
May 17, 18 and 19 - Brea Bonanza Days Country Music Festival The Brea Bonanza Days Country Music Festival will feature live music, a beer and wine garden, arts and crafts and a kids zone. Entertainment will include: Dean Kalogris at 6 p.m. and The Kelly Boyz at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Kylie Trout at 1 and 2 p.m. on the West Stage, and Daniel Bonte at 6 p.m. and Vegas McGraw at 8:30 p.m. on the Main Stage on Saturday, and Grand Junction at 12:30 and 1:45 p.m. on the West Stage, and Patrick Trampus and Honky Tonk Nights at 3 p.m. and Cassie at 5:30 p.m. on the Main Stage on Sunday. The event opens at 5:30 p.m. on Friday and at noon on Saturday and Sunday. There also will be a DJ from noon - 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday in the kids zone, line dance lessons and more. Admission is free and seating is provided; seats in a reserved VIP area are available for purchase. Information: (877) BREA-FUN, (714) 674-0801, or www.breadowntown.com. May 31, June 1 and 2 - SummerFest Brea at St. Angela Merici Church. SummerFest hours are 5 - 11 p.m. on Friday, 2 - 11 p.m. on Saturday and 1 - 10 p.m. on Sunday. Entertainment continues until about 9:30 p.m. each night. Fee for carnival rides, games and vendors; admission and entertainment are free. St. Angela Merici Church is located at 575 S. Walnut (about a block in from Brea Boulevard). See full schedule on website, with more to be added prior to the event date. Information: (714) 987-1786 or www.summerfestbrea.org.
April 28 - AFM Local 47 Second Annual Jazz Festival. April is Jazz Appreciation Month, and to celebrate AFM Local 47 is presenting their second annual Jazz Festival. The series will take place over three Sundays from 1 - 5 p.m. in the Captain Greg Welch Gathering Place at AFM Local 47, 3220 Winona Avenue. Information: (323) 462-2161 or www.afm47.org/jazzfestival.
June 8 and 9 - Downtown Burbank Arts Festival. The Festival features 180+ local artisans and artists in downtown Burbank on San Fernando Boulevard from Magnolia to Olive (200 block N. San Fernando Boulevard) from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. There also will be demonstrations and workshops, a Chalk Block with chalk artists, entertainment and more. See additional details on website. Information: (323) 989-2278, www.dtnbur.com/events/artsfest or www.visitburbank.com.
Performances at the Shoppes at Chino Hills. The Shoppes at Chino Hills will present a variety of performances throughout the year. See individual concert dates for performance start times. All events take place in the promenade area at the Shoppes at Chino Hills, 13920 City Center Drive. Information: (866) 909-0305 or www.shoppesatchinohills.com.
April 28 - Claremont Symphony Orchestra. Music director and conductor Robert Sage. The program for this concert will include Beethoven: Leonore Overture No. 3 in C Major, Op. 72b, Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp, K. 296, with Alexis Cai, flute, and Emily Linlo, harp, and Schumann: Symphony No. 4 in D minor, Op. 120. Concerts take place at 3:30 p.m. in the Bridges Hall of Music, 150 E. 4th Street on the Pomona College campus. Doors open at 3 p.m. Information: www.claremontso.org. June 1 - Claremont Symphony Orchestra. Robert Sage, conductor. CYSO and PSE Spring Concert; program TBA. The concert will take place at 3:30 p.m. in Bridges Hall of Music at the Claremont Colleges, 150 E. 4th Street at College Avenue. Information: (909) 596-5979 or www.claremontso.org. Performances at the Claremont Colleges - The following performances are presented by Pomona College and Scripps College of the Claremont Colleges (unless otherwise noted). Performance locations are listed with the concerts and are in Balch Auditorium, 1030 Columbia at 10th Street, Garrison Theater, 241 E. 10th Street, Bridges Hall of Music, 150 E. 4th Street, or Lyman Hall, Thatcher Music Building, 340 N. College Avenue. Information: Pomona College - (909) 607-2671 or www.pomona.edu/music-calendar; Scripps College - (909) 607-3266 or www.scrippscollege.edu/departments /music/music-performances; also www.collegescalendar.org.
Friday Noon Concert Series - The Friday Noon Concert Series is sponsored by the Departments of Music at Pomona and Scripps Colleges. Performances take place at 12:15 p.m. in Balch Auditorium, Scripps College, 1030 Columbia Avenue. Doors open at noon. Information: (909) 607-3266, www.pomona.edu/music-calendar, www.scrippscollege.edu, go to Music Department, or www.collegescalendar.org
Claremont Friday Nights Live - The Friday night concert series takes place through October at locations in Claremont Village. Regular performances are from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Village Plaza (VP), 101 North Indian Hill Boulevard, the Claremont Chamber of Commerce (CC), 205 Yale Avenue (at Second Street) and Shelton Park (SP, Bonita/Harvard). Seating for most performances is not provided, but lawn chairs are welcome. Information: (909) 624-1681, www.claremontchamber.org or www.facebook.com/fridaynightslive.
May 4 - 50th Anniversary Corona Cinco de Mayo Parade and Fiesta. The Cinco de Mayo parade begins at 10 a.m. at the corner of 6th Street and Merrill Streets and continues east on 6th Street to Corona City Park, 930 E. Sixth Street at Rimpau Avenue. The fiesta will begin at the park at the conclusion of the parade and continue until 4 p.m. There will be ongoing entertainment throughout the day, food and merchandise vendors and community/information booths. Information: (714) 502-4316, (951) 582-1346 or www.www.coronacincodemayo.net.
May 8 and 22 - Unwind Wednesdays at The CAMP. Unwind Wednesdays at The CAMP feature live music by local artists from 6 - 8 p.m. in The CAMP courtyard. This month's artists will be: May 8 - Blake Walker (Jazz Guitar) and May 22 - Duke Paul (Acoustic Guitar). The CAMP is located at 2937 Bristol Street. Information: (714) 966-6661 or www.thecampsite.com. May 19 - Pacific Symphony Youth Ensemble Concerts. Two performances. First, the Pacific Symphony's newest youth ensemble, the Pacific Symphony Youth Concert Band (PSYCB), conducted by Angela Woo, will present a concert at 1 p.m. in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The program for the "Once Upon a Time" concert will include music by Ralph Vaughan Williams, Ticheli, Michael Colgrass and others. Later, The Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) season finale concert, conducted by Dr. Johanna Gamboa-Kroesen, will take place at 6 p.m. in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The program for "From the Pavement to the Concert Hall" concert will include music by Piazzolla, Jose Elizondo and others, plus a tradional klezmer music collaboration with special guests Mostly Kosher. The concerts are free, but tickets are required. Tickets may be reserved by using the link on the Pacific Symphony website. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts is located at 615 Town Center Drive. Information: (714) 755-5788, www.pacificsymphony.org/special_package_detail.php?id=6 or www.pacificsymphony.org, go to education & community and then info on youth ensembles. May 20 - Pacific Symphony Youth Ensemble Concerts. The Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensemble (PSYWE), under the direction of music director Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore, will present their season finale concert at 7 p.m. in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The "Joy and Light" concert program will include music by Satoshi Yagisawa, Morten Lauridsen, Kevin Charoensri and David Maslanka. The concert is free, but tickets are required. Tickets may be reserved by using the link on the Pacific Symphony website. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts is located at 615 Town Center Drive. Information: (714) 755-5788, www.pacificsymphony.org/special_package_detail.php?id=6 or www.pacificsymphony.org, go to education & community and then info on youth ensembles. May 21 - Pacific Symphony Youth Ensemble Concerts. The Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO), conducted by Jacob Sustaita, with guest organist Kristen Lawrence, will present their season finale concert at 7 p.m. in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The program for the "Majestic Resonance" concert will include music by Rimsky-Korsakov, John Wineglass and Saint-Saens. The concert is free, but tickets are required. Tickets may be reserved by using the link on the Pacific Symphony website. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts is located at 615 Town Center Drive. Information: (714) 755-5788, www.pacificsymphony.org/special_package_detail.php?id=6 or www.pacificsymphony.org, go to education & community and then info on youth ensembles. Metro Pointe Entertainment Series. - Performances take place on Friday and Saturday (unless otherwise noted) from 6 - 9 p.m. at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage for evening performances is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.
Segerstrom Center the Arts/Argyros Plaza Events. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present a variety of programs outdoors in the Argyros Plaza. Unless otherwise noted, all performances last approximately one hour. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts is located at 600 Town Center Drive. Some events require an RSVP for a free ticket. Information: (714) 556-2787 or www.scfta.org.
May 11 - Culver City Car Show The 2024 Culver City Car Show will take place from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the streets of Downtown Culver City (Culver Bouelvard, Washington Boulevard and Main Street). There will be 400+ classic cars and hot rods, vendors, food trucks and music by The Front Yard at 11 a.m. and Tom Kenny and the Hi-Seas at 1 p.m. Free admission. Information: (310) 499-4840 or www.culvercitycarshow.com.
May 27 - Memorial Day Ceremony. The City of Dana Point invites the public to a ceremony honoring fallen veterans. The program is presented by the Dana Point VFW Post 9934 and the City of Dana Point. The program will take place from 10 - 11 a.m. at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano. Information: www.danapoint.org. May 4 - El Segundo Hometown Fair and Carnival. The annual Hometown Fair and Carnival will take place from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the 600 block of North Main Street and at Library Park (Main/Mariposa). There will be entertainment by local groups, carnival rides/games/food vendors (fee), and a community expo. Free admission but wristband fee for rides. Information: (310) 524-2700 or www.elsegundo.org.
May 4 - Fontana Days Parade. The Fontana Days Parade theme for 2024 is "Let Freedom Ring." The parade will begin at 10 a.m. at Arrow Boulevard and Sierra Avenue, continue south on Sierra to Orange Way, east to Mango, north to Arrow and will end at Miller Park. There will be a variety of marching bands, floats, community groups and dignitaries and more. Information: (909) 349-6900, (909) 641-0483, www.exchangecluboffontana.org or www.fontana.org. May 11 - Jazz at the Mary Vagle Nature Center The City of Fontana Community Services Department will present an evening of jazz from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Mary Vagle Nature Center, located in the Martin Tudor Jurupa Hills Regional Park, 11501 Cypress Ave E. There will be performances by the Jurupa Hills Jazz Ensemble and the Amanda Castro Band, plus activities for children and photo opportunities. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Information: (909) 349-6900 or http://events.fontanaca.gov. May 18 - Fontana Arts Festival. The Fontana Arts Festival will take place from 5 - 10 p.m. at Fontana Park, 15556 Summit Avenue. The festival celebrates all facets of arts and culture, with an emphasis on creating entertaining and interactive opportunities for local emerging artists. The event will showcase a variety of art media including fine art, graphic design, screen printing, handmade goods, music, dance and more. Information: (909) 349-6900, (909) 349-6975, or www.fontana.org.
Fullerton Farmers Market - The Fullerton Farmers Market season returns with live music from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. The market is on Wilshire Avenue between Pomona and Harbor Boulevard. Also beginning at 4:30 p.m. food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, beer and wine garden, kids' korner and more. Information: (714) 738-6545 or www.cityoffullerton.com.
California State University Fullerton Performances. Performances take place in the locations listed on the CSUF campus, State College/Nutwood. See campus website for directions, and parking on campus is free on weekends. Information: (657) 278-3371 or www.arts.fullerton.edu.
May 24, 25, 26 and 27 - Garden Grove Strawberry Festival. The Garden Grove Strawberry Festival takes place at the Garden Grove Village Green (Euclid/Main). Hours are Friday from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., and Monday from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. There will be carnival rides, games and vendors (fee) each day. Admission and entertainment are free. The Strawberry Festival Parade is at 10 a.m. Saturday beginning at Ninth Street and Chapman Avenue and ending at the Village Green. The Celebrity Grand Marshals will be the founders of Wahoo's Fish Tacos, Wing Lam, Ed Lee and Mingo Lee, and the Theme Grand Marshal will be LA Sports Newscaster Ed Arnold. A full list of activities, entertainment and contests is available on the Festival website. Information: (714) 638-0981 or www.strawberryfestival.org.
May 1 and 15 - "Music at Noon" Concerts. The free half-hour concerts take place from 12:10 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. at Glendale City Church, 610 E. California Avenue. It is requested that audience members wear face masks during the performance in the sanctuary. Upcoming concerts will be: May 1 - Pianist Nick Gerpe and May 15 - Kewa Ensemble (Jacqueline Suzuki, violin, Patrick Marsh, viola, and Clement Chow, cello). Information: (818) 244-7241, www.glendalenoonconcerts.blogspot.com or www.glendalecitychurch.org. June 8 - Brand Library Associates Music Series. Concerts take place from 2 - 3:30 p.m. in the recital hall at the Brand Library and Arts Center, 1601 West Mountain Street. Today's concert will feature pianist Hui Wu and clarinetist Michael Yoshimi. The duo will perform works by Brahms, Poulenc, Glass and Whittinnton. Information: (818) 548-2051, www.brandlibrary.org or www.associatesofbrand.org.
May 25, 26 and 27 - Memorial Day Fiesta Hermosa. Fiesta Hermosa includes arts and crafts, live music, kids carnival and beer and wine garden each day of the Memorial Day weekend. The Fiesta is from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. at Pier/Hermosa Avenues, with additional beach concerts from 2 - 9 p.m. daily. See website for full schedule, details and parking information closer to the date of the event. Information: (310) 376-0951, www.fiestahermosa.net or www.hbchamber.net.
May 11 and 12 - Sunset Beach Art Festival. The Sunset Beach Art Festival will take place on Friday at 6:30 p.m. (gallery artist awards program only, public welcome), and on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. along the greenbelt between N. Pacific and S. Pacific from Broadway to 7th Street, community center and Firehouse Gallery. There will be works by more than 150 artists for sale, including paintings, jewelry and handmade clothing. The Community Center and Firehouse are on 12th Street, and there also will be entertainment and a juried exhibit there, plus the gallery artist awards program at 6:30 p.m. on Friday which is open to the public. Parking is available at Peter's Landing and the parking lot at the end of Warner with regular shuttles during the hours of the festival. Information: (562) 537-8295 or www.sunsetbeachartfestival.net. Ongoing, Tuesday Nights - Surf City Nights. Surf City Nights, Orange County's largest weekly street fair and farmers market, takes place weekly from 5 - 9 p.m. throughout the year. The event includes over 100 vendors, family-friendly/live music street performances, and activities for children. The event takes place along Main Street in downtown Huntington Beach and The Strand on 5th. Check website for weekly entertainment information. Information: www.hbdowntown.com. Performances at Bella Terra. - Performances take place at the times listed in the Green area at Bella Terra. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com.
Performances at Pacific City. - Performances take place on the Ocean Deck. Pacific City is located at 21010 Pacific Coast Highway. Information: www.gopacificcity.com, events.
Outdoor Music at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Outdoor music returns to the Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs on Friday and Saturday nights from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Guests must be 18 or over. The Rock Yard is an amphitheater-style arena with two side-by-side stages, and admission is free. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino is located at 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway. Two other series, Noches de Fuego on Wednesday and Sunday nights and Country Night on Thursday night, have now been moved inside to LIT. 21+ for entry to LIT. See additional details on website. Information: 1-800-827-2946 or www.fantasyspringsresort.com, go to entertainment/rock-yard.
May 4 - CicloIrvine. The City of Irvine will host its first-ever car-free open streets event from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. along 1.6 miles of streets on Barrance Parkway and Harvard Avenue. The streets will be closed to cars and open for people to stroll, bike and rol. There also will be live music, art and activities for all. Map available on website. Information: (949) 724-6606, www.cityofirvine.org/community-services-department/cicloirvine or www.cityofirvine.org. May 27 - City of Irvine Memorial Day Ceremony. The City of Irvine will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony fromo 10 - 11:30 a.m. in the formal garden of Colonel Bill Barber Memorial Park, 4 Civic Center Plaza at the Irvine Civic Center. The ceremony will include guest speakers and vocal performances in honor and appreciation of our military men, women and families. Information: (949) 724-6606 or www.cityofirvine.org. June 1 - Irvine Studio Arts Festival. The Studio Arts Festival will take place from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. outdoors in Heritage Community Park at the Irvine Fine Arts Center, 14321 Yale Avenue. The annual juried festival will include original works of art by over 100 artists in ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, painting, photography, fiber and glass, plus music, art demonstrations and food available for purchase. Information: (949) 724-6880, www.irvinefinearts.org, go to special events, or www.cityofirvine.org. UC Irvine Music Department Performances. Unless otherwise noted, all performances take place in Winifred Smith Hall on the UCI campus. See campus website for directions and current parking fees. Discounted advance pre-paid parking permits are available for most performances if purchased at least one day prior to the program. Information: (949) 824-6615 or www.arts.uci.edu.
May 3, 4 and 5 - La Habra Citrus Fair. The event will take place on Friday from 5 - 11 p.m., Saturday from 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. on La Habra Boulevard between Euclid and Cypress Streets and the La Habra Civic Center area. There will be ongoing entertainment all weekend long. Admission and entertainment are free; fee for carnival rides, games and vendors (fee). Full entertainment schedule will be available on the website. Information: (562) 697-1704, www.lahabrachamber.com/citrus-fair-home or www.lahabrachamber.com.
May 19 - La Mirada Symphony. Alan Mautner, conductor. The program for the annual pops concert, "A Musical Journey Through Hollywood," featuring music from the cinema, is TBA. The concert will take place at 3 p.m. at the La Mirada Theater, 14900 La Mirada Boulevard, with a pre-concert discussion at 2:15 p.m. Open seating/general admission with no tickets required. Information: (714) 420-0262, (562) 941-5779, www.lamiradasymphony.com or www.lamiradatheatre.com. Noon Concerts at Biola University. This long-standing, mid-day concert series tradition presents guest artists and university faculty and students. It brings to the campus and the community a special opportunity to hear outstanding performances from a variety of artists. All performances are from 12:30 - 1 p.m. in Crowell Hall on the Biola University Campus. Campus address is 13800 Biola Drive. See website for directions. Information: (562) 903-4892, www.biola.edu/music or www.biola.edu.
La Puente Live. La Puente Live is an open-air market in downtown La Puente on Main Street. The event will take place from 6 - 10 p.m. every Friday and will include produce sales and live entertainment from 7:15 - 9:15 p.m. Bands will be: May 3 - Banda PG, May 10 - Suave the Band, May 17 - The Holloway, May 24 - Timba Tumbao and May 31 - Rhythm Jukeboxx. Information: (562) 375-0888, www.lapuentelive.com or www.facebook.com/lapuentelive.
May 3, 4 and 5 - The Stage on Forest Performances The Stage on Forest performances continue in May. Music goes from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Artists will be: May 3 - Ava August, May 4 - Beth Wood, and May 5 - Jodi Siegel. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar. May 10, 11 and 12 - The Stage on Forest Performances The Stage on Forest performances continue in May. Music goes from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Artists will be: May 10 - Brian Roark, May 11 - Kelly Fitzgerald, and May 12 - Andrew Corradini. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar. May 27 and June 2 - Laguna Concert Band Community Concerts. On May 27, the band will present the annual Memorial Day concert. The program of patriotic favorites will take place beginning at 11 a.m. in the cobblestone area at the main beach in Laguna Beach, with performances by the jazz band and the concert band. On June 2, the Laguna Concert Band will present a performance at 2 p.m. at the Artist's Theater at Laguna Beach High School, 625 Park Avenue. Information: (888) 308-8324, www.lagunaconcertband.com or www.lagunabeachcity.net. Laguna Beach Sunset Serenades and World Music Concerts - Performances will take place from 6:30 p.m. until sunset in the Rockpile Amphitheater at Heisler Park (Cliff Drive/Myrtle). World Music Concerts begin May 31. Information: (949) 497-0722 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to "cultural arts."
May 9 - 12 - Lakewood Pan Am Fiesta. The Fiesta will take place Thursday through Sunday, with entertainment on Friday and Saturday. Hours are Thursday from 5 - 9 p.m., Friday from 5 - 10 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon - 9 p.m. at Mayfair Park (5720 Clark Avenue). On Thursday and Sunday there will be carnival rides, games and concessions only. Friday entertainment will feature the Susie Hansen Latin Band (Latin Jazz/Salsa) from 7 - 9 p.m. Saturday entertainment will include a Mayfair High School choral performance from 11 a.m. - noon, Hoku Mae'ole Polynesian Dancers from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., Adelaide Pilar (Latin/Salsa) from 4:30 - 6 p.m. and Undercover (Top 40) from 7 - 9 p.m. A free shuttle service will run from Lakewood City Hall on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. See the city website for the full schedule of events and performances. Information: (562) 866-9771 x2408 or
May 27 - Lakewood Memorial Day Commemoration. The Lakewood Memorial Day Commemoration will take place at 11 a.m. at the Lakewood Veterans Memorial Plaza at Del Valle Pak, Woodruff Avenue/Henrilee Street. There will be a reading of "The Boys of Del Valle Park" and a keynote speech by Commander Jesse Alvarez, Executive Officer of the Naval Surface Center, Port Hueneme. The Golden Sands Chorus also will provide a musical tribute to those who have served in the armed forces, and a bagpiper will be perform "Amazing Grace" to conclude the ceremony. Information: (562) 866-9771 x2408 or
May 5 - CSULB Bob Cole Conservatory of Music Programs. Brass Chamber and Brass Ensemble, Steve Trapani and Rob Frear, directors. Programs take place in the Daniel Recital Hall on the CSULB campus. The campus is located at 1250 N. Bellflower Boulevard. Information: (562) 985-4781 or https://web.csulb.edu/colleges/cota/music. May 11 - Carpenter Arts Programs. Symphonic Jazz Orchestra. The Symphonic Jazz Orchestra, conducted by music director Mitch Glickman, will celebrate the "Rhapsody in Blue" Centennial with guest piano soloist Marcus Roberts. There will be a pre-concert talk at 7 p.m. with Marcus Roberts and SJO Music Director Mitch Glickman, and thebconcert will take place at 8 p.m. at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 Atherton Street on the CSULB campus. Free tickets are required. Information: (562) 985-7000 or www.carpenterarts.org, go to "Arts for Life." May 19 - Music at the Point Concert Series. Concerts take place at Grace First Presbyterian Church, 3955 N. Studebaker Road. Today's performance will be by blues singer/songwriter Jodi Siegal. The concert will take place at 3 p.m. Information: (562) 420-3393 or www.gracefirst.org/concert-series.
April 28 - Fiesta Broadway. For the first time since 2019, Fiesta Broadway will return to downtown Los Angeles. Often called the nation's largest Cinco de Mayo celebration, the event will take place from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. in downtown LA on Broadway from 1st Street to 4th Street. The event, attended by over 200,000 people in previous years, will include multiple stages of entertainment, food and merchandise vendors, sports activities, a play area for children, info and other booths, games and more. Information: www.fiesta-broadway.com. April 28, May 5, 19 and 26 - Classical Sundays at Six - Presented at 6 p.m. by Great Music at Saint James, Classical Sundays at Six will feature chamber, orchestral, and solo artists from Southern California and around the globe streaming and on demand. Tickets may be required for some performances; see website for details. Performances will be: April 28 - Los Angeles Symphonic Winds, conducted by Stephen Piazza, May 5 - Emerging Artists Series: Honors Ensembles from the Colburn School, May 19 - Pacific Trio, and May 26 - International Laureates Organ Series with organist Bruce Neswick. Saint James LA is located at 3903 Wilshire Boulevard. Information: www.greatmusicla.org or https://stjla.org/greatmusic. May 3 and 4 - LA Opera 2024 Community Opera Production. Performances of this year's community opera, Noah's Flood, will take place on May 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in downtown LA. The opera, by Benjamin Britten, brings together a cast of hundreds to explore the themes of peace, love and perseverance. Free tickets must be reserved in advance. Information: (213) 972-3157, www.laopera.org/community/get-on-stage/community-opera/noahs-flood-2024 or www.laopera.org, go to "Community." May 8 and June 5 - Midday Organ Recital at Our Lady of Angels Cathedral. The organ recitals return on the first Wednesday of the month. The free half-hour recital will take place at 1 p.m., and the organists will be: May 8 - Lynette McGee and June 5 - JuYeon Julia Lee. Cathedral address is 555 W. Temple. Information: (213) 680-5200 or http://www.olacathedral.org May 10 - LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes Events. Summer of Salsa. The Summer of Salsa series kicks off this month with a performance by Rumbankete with Super DJ Robby. Rumbankete has earned a reputation as one of the West Coast's most exciting and progressive dance orchestras. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the music will begin at 7 p.m. at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 North Main Street. Food and beverages will be available for sale. Information: (213) 542-6259, www.lapca.org or www.facebook.com/laplazala. May 25 - The Zarzuela Project Performances. Zarzuela is a popular type of Spanish language musical theater. The Zarzuela Project trains interested participants in the performance of Zarzuela. Project performances will take place at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. at 125 Paseo de la Plaza at the El Pueblo Historical Monument/Olvera Street. Information: (213) 972-3157, www.laopera.org or www.laopera.org/community/get-on-stage/zarzuela-project June 1 - LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes Events. Joteria! LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes will kick off Pride Month with the annual event Joteria, celebrating the LGBTQIA+ Latinx community with DJs, live performances, vendors, food, arts/crafts, resource booths, giveaways, a beer garden and more. Events will begin at 2 p.m. at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 North Main Street. Information: (213) 542-6259, www.lapca.org or www.facebook.com/laplazala. Performances at The Colburn School - Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.
USC Thornton School of Music Performances - Performances take place in a variety of locations on the USC campus (see individual performances). All concerts are free and open to the public (exceptions are noted). See website for current parking fees and attendance policies. Information: (213) 740-2584, www.music.usc.edu or www.usc.edu/music.
Los Angeles City College Evening Concerts. The Concert Series is open to visitors and guests from campus and the community. Unless otherwise noted, all concerts will take place in the Herb and Lani Alpert Recital Hall at 6 p.m. Check website for other performances streamed live on YouTube. No food or drink is allowed. Campus address is 855 N. Vermont. Information: (323) 953-4000 x2880 or www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/music/index.html.
Jazz at LACMA - Concerts are from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Smidt Welcome Plaza of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wishire Boulevard. Information: (323) 857-6000, (323) 857-6115 or www.lacma.org.
Latin Sounds at LACMA - Concerts are from 5 - 7 p.m. in the Hancock Park area of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wishire Boulevard. Information: (323) 857-6000, (323) 857-6115 or www.lacma.org.
May 5 - Palisades Symphony. The Palisades Symphony, with music director and conductor Maxim Kuzin, will present Brahms: A German Requiem with the Brentwood Palisades Chorale, Susan Rosenstein, director and conductor. The peformance will feature soprano Kerith Spencer-Shapiro and baritone Eric Castro. The symphony program also will include Bizet: Prelude to Carmen. The concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. at Palisades Methodist Church, 801 Via de la Paz in Pacific Palisades. Information: (323) 899-4218 or www.palisadessymphony.org. West LA Farmers Market Concert Series. The market takes place Sundays from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the West LA Civic Center Bandshell, 11338 Santa Monica Boulevard (at Purdue Avenue), and begins with a free yoga class at 9:30 a.m. Free parking at the corner of Corinth Avenue and Iowa Avenue. Information: www.wlafarmersmarket.com.
UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music Performances. Performances take place in a variety of venues on the UCLA campus. Reservation links are available on the event information page for concerts requiring reservations. Information: (310) 825-5947 or www.schoolofmusic.ucla.edu.
May 26 - Marina Culture Jam. The Marina Culture Jam series returns for three spring events at Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way. Programs feature live performances, arts and crafts, cultural learning activities and more. Today's performances will be by Taiko Project at 11:30 a.m. and Melody of China at 1:30 p.m. RSVP requested. Admission is free but lots in the area are paid parking. Information: http://beaches.lacounty.gov/marinaculturejam or www.visitmdr.com. Fisherman's Village Concert Series. - Outdoor performances are as listed or from 1 - 4 p.m. at Fisherman's Village, 13755 Fiji Way, weather permitting. Parking is $2 for up to two hours or $4 for 2 - 4 hours. Information: (310) 305-9545, www.visitmdr.com, www.visitmdr.com/things-to-do/by-the-water/fishermans-village or www.exploremarinadelrey.com/fishermans-village.
May 24 - Pacific Symphony "Symphony on the Go." Pacific Symphony musicians will be performing free outdoor chamber music concerts on the Symphony on the Go mobile stage. All concerts are weather-permitting and last about an hour. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Today's concert will take place at 6 p.m. at Napoli Park, 27682 Napoli Way. Information: www.pacificsymphony.org/sotg or www.pacificsymphony.org.
May 16 - 19 - Monrovia Days. Monrovia Days is the annual community birthday party celebrating talented community youth, scholars and champions. The event includes a Monrovia Days parade, contests, live musical entertainment, a beer garden, and carnival rides, games and vendors (fee). Admission and entertainment are free. The event will take place on Friday from 5 - 10 p.m., Saturday from noon - 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon - 8 p.m. at Library Park, Myrtle/Palm. Headlining bands will be Bumptown (Dance/Top 40/Latin) on Friday from 7 - 10 p.m., Stone Soul (Motown/Soul) on Saturday from 7 - 10 p.m., and OC Groove (Blues/Rock/Funk) from 6 - 8 p.m. on Sunday. The Monvoria Days parade will take place on Thursday from 7 - 9 p.m. in Old Town Monrovia on Myrtle Avenue. Information: (626) 256-8246, www.monroviadays.org or www.cityofmonrovia.org.
June 1 - Country Fair Jamboree. The Montclair Country Fair Jamboree will take place from noon - 6 p.m. at Alma Hofman Park, 5201 Benito Street. There will be games and contests, food trucks, a petting zoo, a splash pad, entertainment, and more. Admission and entertainment are free; wristband fee for rides and games. Information: (909) 625-9479 or www.cityofmontclair.org.
May 9 - Cinco de Mayo Celebration. The City of Monterey Park invites the community to attend the Cinco de Mayo celebration from 5 - 10 p.m. The festival will take place in Barnes Park, 350 S. McPherrin Avenue. The festival will feature a wide variety of entertainment including music by Cambalaches, mariachi by Antonio Navarro and Mariachi, and The Band DRIVE (Latin Fusion). There also will be vendors and food available for purchase. Information: (626) 307-1390 or www.montereyparkca.gov.
May 12 - Sunday Musicale at the Newport Beach Public Library. Folias Duo: flutist Carmen Maret and guitarist Andrew Bergeron. The married duo breathes fresh vitality into classical music, infusing it with the rich tapestry of jazz, world music and improvisation. The program will take place from 3 - 4 p.m. in the Friends Meeting Room of the Newport Beach Public Library, 1000 Avocado Avenue. Information: (949) 717-3800 or www.newportbeachlibrary.org. May 19 - 29th Annual Balboa Island Art Walk.. The Balboa Island Art Walk will take place from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. along South Bayfront Promenade on Balboa Island. There will be open galleries, exhibits and a variety of live music performances. Maps will be available the day of the event. Please note: parking is extremely limited, and there will not be shuttle service this year. The Balboa Peninsula parking lot is located at the end of 55 South/Newport Boulevard at Palm Street, with ferry service across to Balboa Island. Information: (949) 675-3612 or www.balboaislandartwalk.info.
May 11 - Ontario Museum of History and Art Culture Fest: Block Party. The Ontario Museum of History and Art, 225 S. Euclid Avenue, will present the Culture Fest: Block Party from noon - 4 p.m. The annual event is a celebration of the different cultural experiences that exist within Ontario. This year's program will celebrate the Chicanx disaspora with art installations, live music, a classic car show, hands-on art activities and food and beverage sales. Information: (909) 395-2510 or www.ontariomuseum.org. May 13 - Ontario/Chaffey Community Show Band. "Music Under the Stars." The Ontario/Chaffey Community Show Band concert, directed by Gabe Petrocelli, will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the band shell at Ontario Town Square, N. Euclid Avenue and "C" Street. Limited seating is available, and audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnics. The concert will feature the music of John Williams and selections by Henry Mancini, plus the winners of local middle school scholarships. The program will be narrated by Ontario Mayor Paul Leon and Vice President of the Friends of the Show Band Board Al Boling. Information: (909) 395-2020, www.showband.net or www.ci.ontario.ca.us. Ontario Summer Concerts at Ontario Town Square. There will be craft and family activities, a farmers market, and vendors beginning at 5 p.m., and concerts are from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the bandshell in the Ontario Town Square, 224 North Euclid (at "B" Street). Information: (909) 395-2020, www.ontariotownsquare.org, www.ontarioca.gov or www.ci.ontario.ca.us.
May 5 and June 2 - St. John's Concert Series. On May 5, the Cathedral Bells Spring Handbell Concert, conducted by Alex Guebert. The program will take place at 4 p.m. in the historic sanctuary at St. John's Lutheran Church of Orange, 185 S. Center Street. Also on June 2 at 4 p.m., there will be a Bach Cantata Vespers Concert, conducted by Dr. William Heide, with the Cathedral Singers, soloists and the Chamber Orchestra. The cantata, "Mary's Song," focuses on Mary's visit to Elizabeth. Information: (714) 288-44431 or www.stjohnsorange.org. Chapman University College of Performing Arts Events. Unless otherwise noted, programs take place in the Salmon Recital Hall, BH 100. The Chapman University campus is located at N. Glassell Street/E. Palm Avenue. Information: (714) 997-6871 or www.chapman.edu/music, go to "attend a performance" or "calendar of events."
May 3 - The Courtyard Series at One Colorado: Live Music. One Colorado is introducing The Courtyard Series, a curated lineup of live music, fitness and wellness activities. The first Friday of each month will be the live music evening, with performaces from 5 - 7 p.m. All events are complimentary and open to the public, but a ticket reservation is required. Find links on the One Colorado website. One Colorado is located at 41 Hugus Alley. Information: (626) 564-1066 or www.onecolorado.com. May 4 - Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl. The third annual Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl will take place form noon - 8:30 p.m. The free family-friendly event is an opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate Pasadena's rich Latino culture and traditions through music, sport, art and film. There will be live music, a youth soccer tournament, marketplace, and screenings of the films Coco and Beverly Hills Chichuahua. Reserve tickets via Eventbrite. Information: www.oldpasadena.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/cinco-de-mayo-at-the-rose-bowl-tickets-872853647757. May 10 - Pasadena Community Orchestra. The Pasadena Community Orchestra will present a concert at 8 p.m. at First Church of the Nazarene of Pasadena, 3700 E. Sierra Madre Boulevard. The concert will feature the winners of the PCO's Young Artist Competition, violinist Ezra Shcolnik and pianist Nathan Park. The program also will include music by Beethoven and Wagner. Information: www.pcomusic.org. May 18 - Third @ First Presented by FUMC Pasadena. Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles. The concert will take place from 4 - 5 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 500 E. Colorado Boulevard. Information: www.thirdatfirst.org or www.fumcpasadena.org. June 1 - Pasadena Presbyterian Church Friends of Music Concert Series. Jazz in June I: The John Proulx Trio. Grammy Award-winning composer, singer and pianist John Proulx will perform with his trio in an evening of original music and familiar tunes. The concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the Pasadena Presbyterian Church. The church is in downtown Pasadena at the corner of Colorado and Madison. Information: (626) 793-2191 or www.ppcmusic.org. Pasadena Presbyterian Church Music at Noon Concerts. Concerts as listed are in-person concerts; check on website for concert streaming schedule. In-person concerts are from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. The church is in Downtown Pasadena at the corner of Colorado and Madison. Information: (626) 793-2191 or www.ppcmusic.org.
Caltech Performances. Unless otherwise noted, performances take place at the time listed in Ramo Auditorium on the Caltech campus. See website for campus directions. Information: (626) 395-3295, http://pva.caltech.edu or www.music-theater-art.caltech.edu.
May 17 - Pomona Concert Band Spring Concert. The Pomona Concert Band will present their annual spring concert, titled "Musical Masters, Past and Present," at 7:30 p.m. at the Palomares Park Community Center, 499 E. Arrow Highway. The concert will be directed by Linda W. Taylor, Jorge Garcia and Kerry Kline, and master of ceremonies will be Paula Lantz, with a color guard headed by Heriberto Feliciano, USAF, retired. The program will include a wide variety of music. Information: (626) 824-0001 or www.pomonaconcertband.org.
May 27 - Memorial Day Ceremony. The Rancho Cucamonga Memorial Day Ceremony honoring the fallen will take place at 9 a.m. The program will be in the Freedom Courtyard at Central Park, 11200 Base Line Road, and the public is invited. Information: www.cityofrc.us.
University of Redlands Performances. - University of Redlands Music Department performances are held in the Memorial Chapel, the Frederick Loewe Performance Hall (FLPH), and/or the Casa Loma Room on the Redlands campus, 1200 E. Colton Avenue. See individual concerts below for performance location. Information: (909) 748-8700, www.redlands.edu/music or www.redlands.edu/artsatredlands.
April 28 - Peninsula Symphony. David Cubek, music director. The program for the concert will include Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2, featuring pianist Robert Thies, Tchaikovsky: Romeo and Juliet, and Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio Espagnol. The concert will take place at 5 p.m. at the Redondo Union High School Auditorium, 631 Vincent Street (near Diamond/PCH). See website for parking information. Information: (310) 544-0320 or www.pensym.org.
May 18 - Local Vibes Arts and Music Festival. The Local Vibes Event Series will present two events. The first will be the Arts and Music Festival which will take place from 2 - 8 p.m. at Lincoln Park, 4261 Park Avenue. There will be artists, food and craft vendors, classic cars and live music by Tierra Legacy, Phazze One and Malo. There also will be a Creative Rides car show from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. at Norte Vista High School, 6585 Crest Avenue. Information: https://riversideca.gov/press/local-vibes-event-series or www.riversideca.gov. May 4 - Cinco De Mayo Fiesta. The Cinco De Mayo Fiesta celebrates Hispanic culture with mariachi, ballet folklorico and other performances throughout the day. There also will be food and game booths (fee), vendors, activities for children and more. The event will take place from 2 - 6 p.m. at Max Berg Plaza Park, 1100 Calle Puente. Admission and entertainment are free; nominal/wristband fee for some activities. Entertainment will include Mariachi Nuevo Jalisciense, Ballet Folklorico De Las Palmas, Elko Norteno, Chinelos Sin Fronteras, and Groupo Dilema. Information: (949) 361-8264 or www.san-clemente.org. May 27 - Memorial Day Observance and Remebrance Program. The Memorial Day Observance will take place at 11 a.m. at the Community Center on Avenida del Mar. There will be a keynote speaker, color guard, patriotic music, bagpipers, and more. The Memorial Day Remembrance Program will take place from 2 - 3 p.m. at Park Semper Fi at the San Clemente Pier. Parking at the pier is limited and an early arrival is recommended. Information: (949) 361-8264 or www.san-clemente.org; also (949) 498-4958 or www.marinemonument.com.
April 28 - Active Streets: Mission-to-Mission. Active Streets Mission-to-Mission will take place from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. along five miles from Mission Street in South Pasadena through Alhambra to Mission Drive in San Gabriel. Five miles of streets will be closed to traffic and open for biking, skating, walking, etc. Activity hubs in each city will include an array of community groups, vendors, exhibitors, performing and visual artists, free games and other activities. Schedules of performances and activities are available on the website under Event Info, Activity Hubs. Information: www.activestreets.org. May 3 - Cinco De Mayo Mercado. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the plaza of the Mission Playhouse, 320 South Mission Drive, from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. The event will include live entertainment, local artisan vendors and food available for purchase. Performances will be 5:45 p.m.: Mila and Friends (Folklorico Dance), 6:20 p.m.: Xipe Totec Aztec Dancers, and 7 p.m.: Las Chorizeras (Mariachi Fusion). Information: (626) 308-2865 or www.missionplayhouse.org.
May 24, 25, 26 and 27 - L.A. Fleet Week. Fleet Week is an annual, multi-day celebration of our nation's Sea Services. Free to the general public, Fleet Week activities include ship tours, military displays, live entertainment, STEM activities for kids, competitions and more. The EXPO area at the Battleship Iowa, 205 S. Harbor Boulevard in San Pedro. See additional details and full schedule of events (most free) on website. Check for additional details/times closer to the date of the event. Information: www.lafleetweek.com or www.pacificbattleship.com.
May 5 - Family Festivals at the Bowers Museum. This month's festival will be a Cinco de Mayo Festival. The event will take place from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the museum courtyard and will include music and dance performances and a variety of art activities. The Bowers Museum is located at 2002 N. Main Street. Information: (714) 567-3600 or www.bowers.org.
May 18 and 19 - Heritage of Aloha Festival at Heritage Park. Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of Polynesia and Hawaii at Heritage Park, 12100 Mora Drive. The event will take place on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and will include traditional entertainment, music and a variety of island food and merchandise vendors. See entertainment schedule on website. Information: (805) 651-5744 or www.heritageofaloha.com; also (562) 946-6476 (Heritage Park) or www.santafesprings.org.
May 11 - Santa Monica Symphony. The Santa Monica Symphony, Troy Quinn, music director and conductor, will present the final concert of the season titled "A Night at the Oscars." The concert will take place at 7 p.m. the John Adams Middle School Performing Arts Center, 1630 Pearl Street. Preregistration is recommended as seating is on a first-come basis. The program will include classic movie scores celebrating some of the big screen's greatest composers, including John Williams, Bill Conti, Alan Menken, Henry Mancini and many others. Street parking is available on Pearl Street, and 16th and 17th Streets. Information: (310) 395-6330 or www.smsymphony.org. May 16 - Locals' Night at the Santa Monica Pier. On the third Thursday of the month the Santa Monica Pier from 4 - 9 p.m. the pier presents an evening curated by locals for locals. The event includes a variety of entertainment with local bands and DJs, youth activities, a car show, art exhibits and more in an outdoor setting. See website for monthly line-up. Information: www.santamonicapier.org/localsnight. Santa Monica Public Library Performances - Programs take place in the MLK Jr. Auditorium of the main branch of the Santa Monica Public Library, 601 Santa Monica Boulevard (unless otherwise noted). See individual performance information for performance times. Information: (310) 458-8600 or www.smpl.org
Wednesday through Sunday - Sounds of Santa Monica. Sounds of Santa Monica is a new music series at the Santa Monica Place mall. Every Wednesday through Sunday from noon - 6 p.m. there will be live music performances in the Center Plaza. Family-friendly performances on Wednesdays will take place from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 3 - 6 p.m. Acoustic band and DJ performances on Thursday through Sunday will take place from noon - 3 p.m. and 3 - 6 p.m. See website for weekly line-up. Santa Monica Place is located at 395 Santa Monica Place. Information: (310) 499-2928 or www.santamonicaplace.com.
May 4 and 5 - Sierra Madre Art Fair. Sierra Madre's annual celebration of the arts will take place Saturday from 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Memorial Park, 222 West Sierra Madre Boulevard (at the Civic Center). There will be over 70 artists displaying their works, craft projects, food/drink vendors and live music throughout the day. The full entertaiment schedule should be available online closer to the date of the event. Information: (626) 355-7186, www.sierramadreartfair.org or www.cityofsierramadre.com.
April 28 - Active Streets: Mission-to-Mission. Active Streets Mission-to-Mission will take place from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. along five miles from Mission Street in South Pasadena through Alhambra to Mission Drive in San Gabriel. Five miles of streets will be closed to traffic and open for biking, skating, walking, etc. Activity hubs in each city will include an array of community groups, vendors, exhibitors, performing and visual artists, free games and other activities. Schedules of performances and activities are available on the website under Event Info, Activity Hubs. Information: www.activestreets.org.
May 18 - Temecula CultureFest. The City of Temecula hosts CultureFest to celebrate the World Day for Cultural Diversity. The event will take place from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Temecula Civic Center, 41000 Main Street. There will be live music, dancing, special performances and activities for the entire family. The large vendor area will showcase goods from many different cultures and traditions, and there will be community booths from religious organizations, school clubs, local businesses and others. Information: (951) 694-6417, www.temeculaca.gov/culturefest or www.temeculaca.gov. May 25 - A Tribute to Heroes Concert. The City of Temecula, in collaboration with the Temecula Valley Symphony, proudly present "A Tribute to Heroes." The concert will feature patriotic selections, marches, and music from popular films. The program will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street. Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance. Information: (951) 694-6417, https://tickets.temeculatheater.org or www.temeculaca.gov.
May 3 - Classical Crossroads Concerts: First Fridays at First! Classical Crossroads concerts are held at the First Lutheran Church of Torrance, 2900 W. Carson Street (on the south side of Carson just east of Maple). Today's concert, First Fridays at First!, will be streamed from 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Reservations to attend concerts in person must be made at least one day in advance and are subject to availability. Today's performance will feature the winner of the Peninsula Symphony's Knox Concerto Competition. Information: (310) 316-5574 or www.palosverdes.com/classicalcrossroads. May 12 - Classical Crossroads Concerts: Second Sundays at Two. Classical Crossroads concerts are held at 2 p.m. at the Rolling Hills United Methodist Church, 26438 Crenshaw Boulevard in Rolling Hills Estates. Reservations to attend concerts in person must be made at least one day in advance and are subject to availability. The concert will feature a performance by the Sakura Cello Quintet. Information: (310) 316-5574 or www.palosverdes.com/classicalcrossroads. May 18 - Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade. The 62nd annual Armed Forces Day parade honors the men and women of the Armed Forces and will take place from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. on Torrance Boulevard beginning at Crenshaw and ending at Madrona Avenue. The parade is the longest-running Armed Forces Day parade in the nation. Armed Forces Day military exhibits, including aircraft, vehicles and support equipment, also will be on view at the Del Amo Fashion Center on Saturday from 3 - 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Information: (310) 618-2930, www.torranceca.gov, search Armed Forces Day, or www.torranceca.gov/AFD.
May 3 - Cinco De Mayo Celebration. The City of Tustin Cinco de Mayo Celebration will take place from 3 - 6 p.m. at Frontier Park, 1400 Mitchell Avenue. There will be entertainment, games, prizes, food trucks and more. Bring lawn chairs/blankets for seating. Information: (714) 573-3370 or www.tustinca.org. May 27 - Tustin Memorial Day Rembrance Event. The City of Tustin invites the public to an event paying tribute to fallen heroes that served our nation. The program will take place at 9 a.m. at the Veterans Sports Park, 1645 Valencia Avenue. Information: (714) 573-3326 or www.tustinca.org. June 2 - Tustin Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off. The annual event takes place from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. in Old Town Tustin (El Camino Real/Main Street). The Street Fair includes live entertainment on three stages, contests, food vendors, chili cook-off, a kids' area, beer and wine gardens and more. A full schedule of events and performances is available on Chili Cook-off website. Information: (714) 573-3326, www.tustinchilicookoff.com or www.tustinca.org.
May 5 - Helix Collective Concert. "Victory Day! The Songs of World War II." The Helix Collective will be joined by vocalist Alison Lewis to perform favorite songs of the era including songs that motivated the allies to victory. The program will include WWII song selections from France, the U.S., the Soviet Union, and more, celebrating Victory in Europe Day. The concert will take place at noon in Fiesta Hall at Plummer Park, 1166 N. Vista Street. There is free parking in Plummer Park in the lots on Santa Monica Boulevard and Fountain Avenue. Reservations are not required. Information: www.helixcollective.org. May 19 - 23rd Annual WeHo Mishka Festival. The 23rd annual WeHo Mishka Festival will take place from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. at Plummer Park, 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard. There will be community awards, an Art of Wellness exhibit and a gala concert from 5 - 7 p.m. Information: (323) 848-6826, www.weho.org/rscweho or www.weho.org. May 31, June 1 and 2 - WeHo Pride Weekend. One of the largest Pride celebrations in the nation will take place over the weekend in and around West Hollywood Park, 647 N. San Vincente Boulevard, with both ticketed and non-ticketed events. The weekend will kick off on Fridays night with OUTLOUD, a free program featuring performances by Kesha, Adam Lambert and others. Attendance requires an RSVP to secure complimentary tickets. Capacity is limited. To RSVP for Friday night or purchase weekend festival access, go to the first website listed. Registration opens May 3. The WeHo Pride Parade will take place on Sunday June 2. Visit the WeHo Pride website for a full listing of events and locations. Information: www.weareoutloud.com or www.wehopride.com.
Rio Hondo College Cultural Events. Unless otherwise noted, performances take place in the Wray Theater on the Rio Hondo College campus. The Rio Hondo College address is 3600 Workman Mill Road. See campus website for directions. Parking on campus is $3. Information: (562) 908-3492 or www.riohondo.edu.
May 5 - Expressions: An Afternoon of Art and Music Bring the whole family for an afternoon of enjoying the arts from 1 - 4 p.m. Enjoy live music on the events lawn by Pickleback Shine (Country) and an art walk along the paseo featuring local artists, plus tasty eats from food trucks. The series is hosted by the Yorba Linda Cultural Arts Center, 4802 Lakeview Avenue, in partnership with the Yorba Linda Arts Alliance Foundation. Information: www.yorbalindaca.gov/870/arts-center-events-programs or www.sparkoc.com, go to events. June 2 - Yorba Linda Arts Alliance Foundation Celebration of the Arts and Music Festival. The fine arts and music festival will take place from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Hurless Barton Park and the Thomas Lasorda Jr. Field House, 4701 Casa Loma Ave. in Yorba Linda (just off Imperial Highway). There will be live entertainment from local dance and music groups, fine arts exhibits and sales, hands-on activities for all ages, and food available for purchase. Information: (714) 996-1960, (714) 349-2581 or www.artsyl.org. Nixon Library Family Concert Series - All performances (unless otherwise indicated) are at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Museum admission is not included with the concerts. Information: (714) 993-5075, (714) 993-3393 or www.nixonfoundation.org.
May 3 and 4 - Yucaipa Music and Arts Festival The Yucaipa Music and Arts Festival will take place on Friday from 5 - 10 p.m. and on Saturday from noon - 9 p.m. at the Yucaipa Performing Arts Center, 12062 California Street. The Festival will include live entertainment on the Yucaipa Performing Arts outdoor stage, a kids' zone, beer garden, gem and mineral show, flower show, food and merchandise vendors and artist booths. Friday entertainment will include Soul Pointe Band at 5 p.m., YHS Jazz Band at 6 p.m., Green Today (Green Day Tribute) at 7 p.m., and the 90s Rock Show (90s Rock) at 8:30 p.m. Saturday entertainment will include Danni Steffanati at 4:30 p.m., TLR - Experience the Eagles at 6 p.m., Joe Everson at 7:30 p.m., and Mark Farner's American Band with special guest TLR - Experience the Eagles at 8 p.m. Information: (909) 500-7714, www.yucaipa.gov/ymaf or www.yucaipaperformingarts.org.
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May 1, 21 and 28 - Performances at the Cerritos Public Library. On May 1 at 6 p.m., Polynesian Dance Performance by students from Nonosina Polynesia. On May 21 at 6 p.m., Violin and Piano Spring Concert. Violinist Paul Stein, a member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic for 36 years, and pianist Michele Do will perform a duet of classical pieces. On May 28 at 7 p.m., Bharatanatyam Indian Dance with students from the Nityashetra Dance School. Programs will take place in the Skyline Room. The library is located at the Cerritos Civic Center, 18025 Bloomfield Avenue. Information: (562) 916-1342, 
La Canada Flintridge 2024 Summer Music in the Park. Concerts take place on Sunday evenings from 6 - 8 p.m. in Memorial Park, 1301 Foothill Boulevard. Information: (818) 790-8880 or 
April 28 - LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes Events. Cinco de Mayo Family Day. Discover California's connection to the Battle of Puebla through theatrical performances, music, hands-on art workshops and more. The program will take place from noon - 4 p.m. at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 North Main Street. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Information: (213) 542-6259, 
May 4 - Orange May Parade. Celebrate the City of Orange at the Orange May Parade. The parade will take place beginning at 10 a.m. in the Old Towne area of Orange along Chapman Avenue and the Glassell traffic circle. The parade was originally called the May Festival Parade and marked the beginning of the Valencia orange packing season. The parade was held until 1991, then was revived by the Chamber of Commerce in 2019. Information: (714) 538-3581, 
May 5 - Cinco de Mayo on the Promenade. Cinco de Mayo on the Promenade will take place from 4 - 5:30 p.m. on the 1200 block of the Promenade (between Arizona and Wilshire). There will be performances by the UCLA group Mariachi Uclatlan and Academia de Danze BFFM with recording artist Danny Munoz. Information: 
