Great Event. And it's 100% FREE. This event is a concert which is held every Thursday in the…read moresummer (July - September) at the Santa Monica Pier. LIVE MUSIC! More info here: (http://brightbulbideas.com/santamonicapier/twilight/) I first came here for their Salsa Concert. The show started at 7 and was still going strong after 10pm. There were tons of people who showed up to dance. The had a dance floor right on the pier! Overall fun time. Other concerts were just as good. My favorite was, Australia Rocks the Pier. There are many other concerts that are coming up during the summer. Most of them start at 7pm. And the shows usually go on for about two hours. I would suggest that you come early. Find a good spot to sit at. Bring a picnic blanket. A picnic basket...And have a picnic on the pier while watching live music. It doesn't get any better than this. There is also an option to picnic down below at the beach. It's a little darker there. But there are tons of people who go there too. From down there you're able to see the concert on a large jumbo-tron that they have. Parking for this place was pretty easy to find. I usually parked at the parking structure attached to the Santa Monica Place and walked down from there.

Every summer, there are concerts that take place at the SM pier. Admission is free, so there is a…read morehuge crowd that comes here. I recommend parking at SM Place, or any of the parking lots adjacent to the promenade. Parking near the pier can prove to be a nightmare during the concert times. Getting in is not hard at all. The line can get long, but it goes by fast. Security is provided by SMPD and LA County Sheriff's. The cops were very nice, and I appreciated them keeping any trouble makers out of this event. The concert itself was enjoyable. The group playing was great, and expanded my horizons as far as music goes. There were props all over the place, which were great. The lighting could use some improvement, as well as the main band's timing (they were 40 minutes late). But all in all, it was a good time and a good way to end the summer.

I had no idea I could leave a review for Grand Performances on Yelp --but I'm so glad I can! I…read morediscovered this gem three years ago, before having my daughter, and spent every summer Friday night there, sitting on the lawn in front of the stage, soaking in the music. It's a true community event, and after a few visits, I started inviting my family to join. Fast forward to now--my daughter is three, and we recently attended the orchestra performance that featured Dr. Dre's music. I brought my entire family, and we all had an amazing time. It felt like a huge picnic under the LA sky. Bring your favorite snacks, food, blankets, and lawn chairs. They also have vendors selling food and drinks if you want to buy something there. The event is completely free--you just sign up for tickets in advance, which helps them gauge headcount. They also offer season passes with prime viewing areas if you want a reserved spot closer to the stage. The bathrooms are clean, the event is well organized, and there's convenient parking right underneath the venue--we paid just $10. It was a packed house and such a great vibe. I've even shared videos because the energy was so incredible. If you love live music, this is a must-try experience. It's family-friendly, fun, and a great way to spend an evening in the city. I truly hope my daughter grows to appreciate these kinds of events as much as I do.

We had an amazing time at the California Love: An Orchestral Celebration of Dr. Dre. The place is…read morebeautiful and such a vibe! Shoutout to the organizers of these summer series of free concerts at this venue. It's great for the community and everyone is very friendly. They do provide some seating here but you can also bring your own chairs. It's surrounded by commercial businesses and tall buildings with several restaurants nearby. We did notice that a lot of the local restaurants close after business hours (around 5p) but there were a few food trucks out front. The food took about 30-35 mins so if you have young ones be prepared. The venue is kid friendly and my boys enjoyed playing on the steps in the front to get their energy out. The open space, the vibe and the acoustics in the area were all such a vibe especially at night! My advice would be to follow grand performance on Instagram and catch one of these summer free concerts with the family, if possible. Make sure to bring a jacket because it does get a little chilly and windy when the sun goes down. As far as parking goes, we parked at the Broad Museum's parking structure on 2nd street for $19. They close their garage at 10:30p so make sure to give yourself about $15 minutes to walk a block to the garage before they close. Overall, I highly recommend checking out a concert here. It was such a great experience and my kids had a blast! This is such a great place for the community. Also note that the historic Angels Flight Railway Trolly is within walking distance and that will take down to the Grand Central Marketplace. Be aware that the wait times can be a little longer before and after a concert due to a lot of people leaving and arriving at the same time. OOOOO 5 out of 5 Afros

I've seen this spot trending for the longest time but I never had the chance to check it out but I…read morewas glad to check it out for the 2019 Season Finale. Ambiance Parking | Street Parking or structured parking around the area. The issue isn't finding parking but what's the cheapest. Seating | There are tables and benches in one corner and donated chairs/benches. People can also stand wherever there is room. Capacity could be about 80 people. Feels | Though it is Asian American influenced it seemed like a pretty diverse and welcoming spot for everyone. I enjoyed the support and friendliness of everyone. The performances vary from music, spoken word, dance, and more! Overall: 5 Stars. An artistic event that brings the best out of everyone and speaks the people's truth. PLUS it's Free.99! You can't go wrong. For a simple cheap thrill in LA, this is your gem. I look forward to coming back here and possibly perform. TL;DR Tips: * First come first serve for open mic so come early! * Sometimes they have food/drink vendors, be sure to check them out.

The vibe is good. I'm just wondering why everybody has to wear a mask. I mean, everybody looks the…read moresame. I thought this could be a celebration of diversity, but it's not, because everybody's face looks the same.

2013 marks the 13th year of the free Summer Concerts in Marina del Rey at Burton Chace Park. Who…read moresaid 13 was an unlucky number? Thursdays: Classical orchestra music. Saturdays: Pop stars of the past (like Taylor Dayne and Billy Ocean) *** Free *** * Starts at 7 p.m. * Parking isn't free unless you want to walk a few blocks. * Lot #4 (1-block), Lot #5 (3-blocks), & Dock 52 (3-blocks) are options * Plan about 20 minutes or more for walking from your car to the park venue * Take the $1 (each way) Water Bus from 6 other stops * Come early if you want to get one of the rental chairs * Come early if you want a spot on the grass with a view of the stage * Plan to sit outdoors enjoying the music; Relax and view the water & boats * Bring your own lawn chair if you need it * Jackets, Blankets, Food, Drink, etc. are a must * There is a small stand selling sodas and such. Bring your own *** 2013 Marina Summer Concerts Schedule *** - July 11 - Classical Thursday: "A Night at the Opera" - July 20 - "Pop" Saturday: Billy Ocean - July 25 - Classical Thursday: Ruslan Biryukov, Cello - August 3 - "Pop" Saturday: Taylor Dayne - August 8 - Classical Thursday: Rufus Choi, Piano - August 17 - "Pop" Saturday: Poncho Sanchez - August 22 - Classical Thursday: Roberto Cani, Violin - August 31 - "Pop" Saturday: Rose Royce

What a great evening! We packed up the dogs and headed to the Marina. We parked in lot 4 - not much…read morechoice as that is were they directed everyone. It is a couple of minute walk to the concert spot - no big deal. Tonight's theme: Lights. Camera. Movie Music - Yana Reznik- Piano We planned to eat the the food trucks that are there. There was only one this night, India Jones Chow Truck. I happen to love Indian so that worked out great. We brought a bottle of wine and a couple of blankets with us. We found a great spot on the lawn. The stage was lit beautifully and the sound was wonderful (see my video). It is fantastic that you can bring your dogs and so many people did. Lots of children as well. Everyone had a great time! This is a free event because it is sponsored. So thanks to the Los Angeles County, Department of Beaches and Harbors with additional support from Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe. DOS 8/7/14

Have been to many performances here and it never disappoints. This past week was amazing watching…read moreLouie Vega, The Roots and Bob James!Easily my newer favorite venue in LA. The food is delicious, service is always on point and I'd like to especially thank Heaven up at the front for her exceptional customer service in the gift shop, her interactions are always so personable and it's awesome to know that Blue Note has employees born and raised in LA like myself! Looking forward to returning to more summer shows coming up.

I've been meaning to write this review sooner, and now I've finally made the time…read more I went to the Slum Village show on Thursday night, (7pm show)and It was such a GREAT EXPERIENCE!!!! I had never been to the venue prior to this show. The service is exceptional! Right when my girls and I got to the venue, we were greeted by the security guard. Jayden was so friendly and polite. Inside we were greeted and because there weren't many people inside we had our pick of seats. Our server, Pie, was amazing! Throughout the show she'd check in. I will definitely be back.

Last night was the second consecutive Friday we made the more than an hour drive out and it was…read moreeven better than our previous visit! With a storied past, this cultural gem continues to provide a space for creatives and listeners to experience intimate performances. No drink minimum, no parking fee, only $20 per ticket -- an absolute bargain! And to see world class musicians in such a small venue with a super chill vibe is amazing!!! 10 points for the sound man who does an OUTSTANDING job!!!

Had a very nice time this evening with my grandchildren at this venue for a tribute to EDDIE…read moreHARRIS! Everyone was so welcoming and wonderful! The venue itself was cozy and the sound was great. Admission is a cash only transaction so remember to bring cash. This is a gem who survives off of donations and ticket sells so if you're able use their website and make a donation!

We attended the Candlelight concert at the zipper concert hall. It is a lovely smaller venue…read more within the music conservatory, this one was featuring a beautiful string Quartet doing classical genres of music with a beautiful twist. We enjoyed all the Beatles songs in a complete different way, it was relaxing, beautifully lit with all the candles and very enjoyable. The musicians were super talented and also humorous and friendly as well.

I just witnessed a grown ass middle aged man chug a Modelo, pour it into audience member's mouth,…read moreask for money, take my money, proceeded to break plates on stage, then go back to conduct an orchestra. While all this was happening, every Colburn Student on stage remained calm and professional, executing the music with the utmost professionalism and care. The schools legacy and excellence shine through these students and make me eager to come back no matter the show. (For context this was an Eric Andre concert)

Lord Chi'le! If this ain't what mah ENTIRE SOUL NEEDS then…read morelet me go! iiiiii LOVE this place! Down home soul, blues & community. Peace

I was fortunate enough to be invited by my cousin to this magical music wonderland. We est, we…read moredance, we made memories we'll always remeber. Thank you for creating this phenomenal space.