Enjoy Live Music in Downtown LA
Downtown's hottest performance venues

Music truly captures the magic of long, warm summer nights in the city. And whether it's jazz, sing-alongs, undiscovered bands, outdoor concerts, world music, opera, or something new, there are many options to enjoy live music in Downtown Los Angeles throughout the spring and summer.

Summer on the Plaza FREE

Through July 29 at FIGat7th (formerly 7+FIG)
Now in its fourth season, Arts Brookfield presents this free weekly concert series featuring Smooth Jazz, R&B and World Music. Space is limited and early arrival is suggested.

July 15 – Kick-off with R&B soul singer Leela James
July 22 – GRAMMY award-winning saxophonist and jazz phenom Mike Phillips
July 29 – World Music songstress Lira, from South Africa

Downtown Stage, Summer 2011 FREE

Through August 20 at Pershing Square
Presenting 6 weeks of entertainment, this summer lineup includes live music, film screenings, and more.

Thursdays: Spaceland Under the Stars
Begins July 14 with The Californian
Fridays: Friday Night Flicks
Begins July 15 with Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Saturdays: Summer Concerts
Begins July 16 with A Flock of Seagulls & Little Red Radio
Wednesdays: Lunchtime Concerts
Continues July 20 with Gilli Moon

Active Arts at the Music Center FREE

Come sing, dance, make music and share stories. Be active with this series of low- or no-cost, do-it-yourself programs for couples, friends, and families!

Every Other Friday: Dance Downtown
Continues July 15 with Argentine Tango
Every Other Friday: Friday Night Sing-Alongs
Continues July 22 with 70s Funk
Select Saturdays: Drum Downtown
Continues August 13 with Found Sounds

Grand Performances: 25th Season FREE

Thursday through Saturday at California Plaza
Grand Performances presents free outdoor concerts and performing arts, reflecting the best of global culture and inspiring community among the diverse peoples of LA. Upcoming shows include:

July 15, 12pm – Los Angeles Electric 8
July 15, 8pm – Seun Kuti & Egypt 80
July 16, 8pm – Baloji and Tasneem
July 21, 8pm – Traveling Pickle Factory
July 22, 12pm – Meklit Hadero
July 22, 8pm – Africa Caribe by Joaquin "Joe" Claussell
July 23, 8pm – Celebrating The Community Band

For more live music events in Downtown,
visit DowntownLA.com/LiveMusic!