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Free Summer and Fall Concerts on the Peninsula

Enjoy free, live music in Palo Alto, Redwood City, Woodside, Portola Valley, and Menlo Park!

By Jennifer Hill - Macaroni KID Palo Alto June 8, 2024


There's really nothing better than hanging out with friends and family enjoying music and good times in our beautiful weather. We have lots of concert events for you to enjoy with the whole family or even a date night! 

Sunday

Kids Rock! at Courthhouse Square in Redwood City

Kids Rock! returns this year! For three Sundays this summer, at the Courthouse Square in Redwood City, families will enjoy a safe and fun environment for kids to dance and enjoy live music from 10:00 am to noon.

Courthouse Square 2200 Broadway Street, Redwood City:


Sounds of the Shores at Redwood Shores in Redwood City
Enjoy summer music at Redwood Shores on a few Sundays this summer (June 11th, July 23rd, and August 20th) from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Marlin Park is located on the lagoons of Redwood Shores and provides a picturesque setting for live music. 

Marlin Park (corner of Neptune & Cringle), Redwood City:


Redwood Symphony on the Square in Redwood City

Redwood Symphony on the Square in Redwood City is perfect for the classical, instrumental and opera music lover, or anyone who appreciates great musical talent. Families will love this free concert, performed outdoors on beautiful Courthouse Square one Sunday this summer - on June 24th.

Courthouse Square 2200 Broadway Street, Redwood City: 

Wednesday

Music in the Park at Stafford Park in Redwood City

Enjoy free music at Music in the Park on Wednesdays from June 21st through August 16th, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (5:30 pm to 7:30 pm starting August 18th) throughout the summer at beautiful Stafford Park. There will also be a concession tent selling hamburgers, hot dogs, potato chips, and drinks.

Stafford Park corner of King Street & Hopkins Avenue, Redwood City:


Summer Concert Series at Fremont Park and Kelly Park in Menlo Park

Get ready for an incredible summer of music and fun at Fremont Park on Wednesdays from July 10th through August 14th with the City of Menlo Park Summer Concert Series! Grab your lawn chairs and blankets, and pack all your favorite picnic essentials as you enjoy music at twilight with your family and friends. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Mark your calendar and arrive early to secure a great spot as you settle in for an unforgettable evening of music.

Fremont Park Santa Cruz Avenue at University Drive, Menlo Park:

Thursday

Summer Concert Series at Town Center in Portola Valley

Enjoy an evening of music on some Thursdays from 5:30 pm to 8 pm on the Performance Lawn by the Library. Food Trucks will be at the Farmers Market. Please also feel free to bring blankets and lawn chairs and a picnic basket with your favorite snacks and beverages.


Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Holbrook-Palmer Park in Atherton

Get ready to groove and enjoy the vibrant vibes of Sounds of Summer once again! 

Friday

Summer Concert Series at Kelly Park in Menlo Park

Get ready for an incredible summer of music and fun at Kelly Park on Fridays from July 26th through August 9th with the City of Menlo Park Summer Concert Series! Grab your lawn chairs and blankets, and pack all your favorite picnic essentials as you enjoy music at twilight with your family and friends. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Mark your calendar and arrive early to secure a great spot as you settle in for an unforgettable evening of music.

Karl E. Clark Park 313 Market Place, Menlo Park:


Magical Music at Magical Bridge Playground  in Palo Alto

The concerts are for younger listeners with lively sounds and gentle melodies. All Abilities. All Ages. All Welcome. 

Magical Bridge Playground 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto:


Music on the Square in Redwood City

Music on the Square brings high-energy shows that get everyone off their feet and having a great time to the Courthouse Square in Redwood City every Friday evening, June 2nd to September 1st, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. 

Courthouse Square 2200 Broadway Street, Redwood City:


Music in the Park in San Carlos
Music in the Park is returning with Friday evening concerts from June 14th to August 2nd from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Concerts will be held on the field at Burton Park. Enjoy the summer weather, great music, and the outdoors.

Field at Burton Park 900 Chestnut Street, San Carlos:

Saturday

KidStock
KidStock is a kid-centric festival featuring live children's music from popular Bay Area performers, plus games, arts and crafts, and more! All events are 10 am to noon and take place on the Civic Center Plaza.

Civic Center Plaza 500 Castro Street, Mountain View:


Rock the Dock in Redwood City

Rock the Dock is a FREE concert series with live music, fresh air, and fresh fish from local food vendors, it’s a great way to spend a day on the bay.  All entertainment is free. 


Twilight Concert Series in Palo Alto

It's that time again! Celebrate community all summer long by attending our popular Twilight Concert Series from June through August at either Rinconada Park or Mitchell Park. All the concerts are free and begin at 6:30 p.m. Food trucks onsite.


Pub in the Park in Redwood City

Pub in the Park Enjoy live music on select Saturdays from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Red Morton Park in Redwood City. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a picnic-style afternoon complete with free live music and lawn games.

Local Brews and Food - each event will be stocked with beer and cider from local microbreweries and there will be multiple food trucks on-site to feed you. Brewery and food selection will vary at each event.

Red Morton Community Park 1120 Roosevelt Avenue, Redwood City: 


Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Holbrook-Palmer Park in Atherton

Get ready to groove and enjoy the vibrant vibes of Sounds of Summer once again! 



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Some events may change due to weather or other circumstances. We always recommend confirming details before attending.