The City of Huntington Beach enjoys numerous outdoor summer concerts with a fantastic line up of bands for the public to enjoy free of charge. From concerts in Central Park to Concerts at the Beach, nothing is out of reach when you have access to so much great music in one little city.  Band information is provided for your interest and like all events, is subject to change per organizers. Below is a list of venues, featured bands, times, locations and additional information.  More Events

Hat's off to Huntington Beach's Summer Concerts -- and to its volunteer Huntington Beach Concert Band, a member of the Association of Concert Bands. Launched in 1973, the concert band performs in the Summer Concerts, and is under the direction of Tom Ridley since 1977. Huntington Beach has always enjoyed its free concerts. In 1914 when the first band played at the Pavilion next to the brand new Huntington Beach Pier, the crowd was amazed by the fabulous entertainment which has become a tradition for about 100 years.
 

Central Park Summer Concerts 2011 Central Park concerts begin at 5 p.m. on Sunday afternoons. Cost is free. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., behind Central Library at bandshell. July 3, 2011 Orange County Concert Band July 10, 2011 Henebry's 1920s Crazy Rhythm Hot Society Orchestra Golden Age of Radio  with vocalist Ginger Pauley July 17, 2011 Bones West Trombone Choir July 24, 2011 Los Angeles Police Swing Band July 31, 2011 Huntington Beach Concert Band Film Music,  Classical Favorites,  Popular Melodies August 7 , 2011   Laguna Beach Community Band Varied musical selections from marches and classics to swing and jazz. August 14, 2011  The Swing Cats Big Band The Swing Cats re-create the sounds of the 30s, 40s, and 50s as well as the music of today. Reminisce and listen to the  sounds of Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Harry James, Tommy Dorsey, and many others. Aug 21, 2011   Night Blooming Jazzmen Traditional New Orleans classic Jazz and Blues. They have a lot of fun with their audiences and with each other and their music is top quality. Aug 28, 2011  Bob De Sena’s Latin Jazz Ensemble A program of exciting Latin jazz and fiery rhythms in the legendary tradition of Tito Puente and Cal Tjader. September 4, 2011  Mike Henebry Orchestra Internationally acclaimed orchestra authentically recreating music of the famous Big Bands of the Swing Era. Surfin' Sunday Concerts 2011 Start at 1 p.m., usually  in the parking lot of the  Surf Museum, 411 Olive, off Main St.,  a few concerts are held at Pier Plaza adjacent to Huntington Beach Pier, Pacific Coast Highway at Main St., Huntington Beach, CA.  Call: (714) 960-3483   surfingmuseum.org  August 14, 2011 from 11am til 5pm Surfin' Sundays at Pier Plaza.  Cocktail Preachers Meshugga Beach Party The Razorblades Blue Demons Daikaiju Deadbeats Bradipos IV August 28, 2011 from 1 til 4pm for Surfin' Sundays at the International Surfing Museum's back lot. Surfer Joe & His Boss Combo Kelp September 11, 2011 from 1 til 4pm for Surfin' Sundays at the International Surfing Museum's back lot. Mauraders The Fabulous Nomads September 18, 2011 from Noon til 4pm for Surf City Days at Pier Plaza. Glasgow Tiki Shakers Surf Rockers & Guest September 25, 2011 from 11am til 5pm Surfin' Sundays at Pier Plaza.  The Muertones Insect Surfers The Rip Tides Tahiti Shuttle Experiment Neptunes The Wedge with Joel Willenbring on sax July 17, 2011 Surfin' Sundays at Pier Plaza  Time:  11 a.m. - 5 p.m. with Pyronauts, Pollo Del Mar, Davie Allen and the Arrows, Secret Samurai, Reventlos, and Banned from the Beach July 31, 2011 Surf Museum lot  Time:  noon - 4 p.m.: Pounding Surf Jam Session plus tribute to Belairs,  Eddie and the Showman and special guests Bella Terra Mall Concerts Thursday and Saturday performances are  Time:  6 - 9 p.m., Friday performances  Time:  7 - 9 p.m., and Sunday event times vary. Performances take place in the amphitheater outside the Century Theaters. The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Ave. Call: (714) 897-2534.  bellaterra-hb.com   he Bella Terra amphitheater is the perfect venue to enjoy live concerts under the sun and stars - taking advantage of Huntington Beach's endless summer! From jazz to rock, Latin to classical, our exciting lineup of free musical entertainment offers something for everyone. Thursday, August 4th from 6:00-9:00 pm The Blues Odyssey Blues Friday, August 5th, from 7:00-9:00 Danny Maika Singer, Guitarist playing Alternative Soft Rock Saturday, August 6th, from 6:00-9:00 Different Drum Linda Ronstadt Tribute Band Thursday, August 11th from 6:00-9:00 pm Stepping Feat. Trio Dave Mathews Tribute Band Friday, August 12th, from 7:00-9:00 Jonathan Blake Salazar Singer, Guitarist playing Soft Rock Saturday, August 13th, from 6:00-9:00 Rockit Scientists Classic Rock of 50’s, 60’s and Beyond Sunday, August 14th, from 5:00-8:00 Saxophone Artist Ricky Sims Smooth Jazz Thursday, August 18th from 6:00-9:00 pm Person To Person Surf & 60's Rock Friday, August 19th, from 7:00-9:00 Jeremy Snyder Folk and Country Music Saturday, August 20th, from 6:00-9:00 The Alley Cats America’s Premier Doo Wop Group Sunday, August 21st, from 2:00-7:00 Sebastian Sidi Pop Rock & Classical Piano Thursday, August 25th from 6:00-9:00 pm Stellar Hit's of the 70's, R&B and Motown Friday, August 26th, from 7:00-9:00 H Street Band 60’s to 90’s Hits Sunday, August 28th, from 6:00-10:00 Alturas Authentic South American Folk & Contemporary Music Saturday, August 27th, from 6:00-9:00 AWOL Hot Classic Rock June 30, 2011 Person to Person, Surf,  60s Rock   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 1, 2011 Abe Gurakar, Indie Rock Guitar and Vocals   Time:  7 - 9 p.m. July 2, 2011 Sugah Daddy, R&B,  Boogie Woogie   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 3, 2011 Sebastian Sidi, Classical and Pop Piano Favorites  Time:  2 - 7 p.m. July 7, 2011 Retro Fury, Beatles Tribute   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 9, 2011 This Side Up Blues, Jazz,  R&B   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 10, 2011 Ricky Sims, Smooth Jazz Saxophone   Time:  5 - 8 p.m. July 14, 2011 Sechman, Ott and Borden, Classic Rock   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 15, 2011 Whiskey Tango, Classic Rock   Time:  7 - 9 p.m. July 16, 2011 Aquarius, 60s Tribute   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 17, 2011 Jonathan Blake Salazar, Acoustic Guitar,  Vocals   Time:  4 - 7 p.m. July 21, 2011 Flipout, Classic and Modern Rock   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 22, 2011 Stan Zabek, American Classic Songs   Time:  7 - 9 p.m. July 23, 2011 The Breakaways, Surf   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 24, 2011 Alturas, South American Music   Time:  6 - 10 p.m. July 28, 2011 Reunion, 80s   Time:  6 - 9 p.m. July 29, 2011 Adam's Attic, Alt Rock   Time:  7 - 9 p.m. July 30, 2011 U.K. Beat, British Rock   Time:  6 - 9 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa Free Summer Concerts 2011 Pete's Sunset Grille, HB Hyatt Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy. Concerts 7 -10 p.m. Call (714) 845-4775. vibeentertainment.com Pete's Summer Nights Concert Series is back! Bring the family to enjoy great music, tasty buffets, umbrella drinks, ocean sunset views and dancing. Note: Up to 3 hour parking validation w/ purchase of food or drink. July 1, 2011  Open Road Classic Rock & Pop July 2, 2011  Pete's Blues and BBQ  Swing/Chicago Blues with 2000 LBS OF BLUES July 8, 2011  The Ravelers July 9, 2011 Porterhouse Bob New Orleans Barrelhouse Blues July 15, 2011 Beatroots Beatles Tribute July 16, 2011  Shakey Pete Jump Blues  July 22, 2011  Hard Rain Classic Rock, Americana music July 23, 2011  Buck Wildstar West Coast, Roots Blues July 29, 2011 The UK Beat 60s British Rock July 30, 2011  Savage City Swing, R&B August 5, 2011  Martin Gerschwitz & Friends  Classic Rock August 6, 2011 The Blues Odyssey Modern Electric Blues August 12, 2011  Soundcake 80s Classic Rock August 13, 2011  Billy Watson Harmonica Blues August 19, 2011  Chain Reaction Classic Rock & Soul  August 20, 2011  Brad Wilson Modern Electric Blues August 26, 2011 Retro Fury  Classic Rock & Pop August 27, 2011  Sugah Daddy West Coast Swing September 2, 2011  Jamie Browning Classic Rock  September 3, 2011  Jumpin Jack Benny  Chicago, Modern Electric Blues Huntington Harbour View Park Concert August 7, 2011,  4:30 - 6:30 p.m. 16600 Saybrook Lane Huntington Beach, CA  92649 Held annually in Harbour View Park next to Huntington Harbour School, the concerts features popular bands. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit back, relax and enjoy! Cost: Free. Location: Sponsored by Property Owners Association   Huntington Beach Ocean View Hotels: Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort Huntington Beach Inn Shorebreak Hotel Joie de Vivre

Surfin' Sundays Concert Series has a new reason to come and enjoy the concert. The opening of the Shorebreak Hotel offers a location no more than a block or two to the concert itself.  Huntington   Beach, Calif. offers one of the best free summer concert series programs on the West Coast. The concerts are all held outdoors in perfect weather this region is known for, and the concerts bring some of the finest, diverse sounds to the city that is home to outstanding musicians of all genre. For tourists visiting, the easiest concerts to attend are walking distance from the great beach hotels and resorts. For HB locals, the drive to any of the concerts is no more than 15 minutes from most locations in the city.

The free summer concerts hold a long tradition in HB. In addition to the the Big 3: Surfing Museum; Central Park Huntington Beach City Band Concerts; and free concerts in the courtyard at Bella Terra Mall.  Nearby concerts we've also enjoyed are a free summer concert series at Eisenhower Park overlooking the beach at Seal Beach; Westminster Civic Center Plaza concerts; Long Beach concerts at MarketPlace, and several parks, and free concerts at the bandshell on Balboa Peninsula overlooking the Balboa Pier.  Huntington Beach paid concert series BBJAZZ features monthly smooth jazz concerts that are held at Central Library Theatre and hotels during the holidays. These concerts charge a fee (usually begins at $35 - up) and the proceeds benefit special causes.