Celebrate summertime outdoors with 9 free concerts and 12 free movie screenings at OC Parks
June 5 to September 3, 2026.
(Orange County, Calif.) – The County of Orange and OC Parks are excited to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series. Set against the natural beauty of Orange County’s regional parks, these beloved outdoor events invite families and friends to gather for memorable summer nights filled with live music and movie screenings. All events are free to enjoy, with free parking and food and drink options available for purchase.
OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings, July 9 to Sept. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from an incredible lineup of bands and performers at Mason Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Dance the night away to pop hits, nostalgic throwbacks, rock classics and more, there’s a band for every music lover to enjoy.
Summer concerts start July 9 with award-winning ‘80s cover Flashback Heart Attack, followed by other must-see performances including Queen Nation (Queen tribute), Boy Band Review (boy band tribute), Beatles vs. Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was, Mariachi Divas, Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Dream Like Taylor (Taylor Swift tribute). Family Style will close out the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach, performing rock ‘n’ roll hits and more!
OC Parks Sunset Cinema film series showcases a mix of recent hits and classic favorites at some of Orange County’s premiere parks. Enjoy 12 free movie screenings Friday nights, beginning June 5 through Aug. 28, at Carbon Canyon Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Yorba Regional Park, Laguna Niguel Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Guests of all ages are encouraged to arrive early for lively pre show entertainment, including character meet and greets, DJ led games, themed photo opportunities and more. Cinema events begin at 6 p.m. with films beginning after sundown.
Friday movie nights kick off June 5 and include Lilo & Stitch (2025), E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), Freakier Friday (2025), Monsters, Inc. (2001), How to Train Your Dragon (2025), Elio (2025), Twilight (2008), The Wild Robot (2024), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999), Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024), Jumanji (1995) and Top Gun (1986).
“OC Parks’ annual Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema events have become a beloved tradition, and we’re excited to welcome the community back for another memorable season of music and movies in our parks,” said Doug Chaffee, Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors. “These free events highlight incredible performers, celebrate our vibrant community and invite everyone to enjoy summer evenings surrounded by the natural beauty of Orange County’s regional parks.”
OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema events are open to all ages and are free to attend with free parking. Each evening features a selection of food trucks offering a variety of delicious bites, and beer and wine concessions for guests 21 and older. Bring your chairs, blankets, friends and family to spend the summer enjoying free concerts and movie nights with OC Parks.
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OC Parks Summer Concert Series
Thursday nights, 5 p.m. (Event starts at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m.)
*Translation services available upon request*
Date: July 9
Concert: Flashback Heart Attack at Mason Regional Park
Date: July 16
Concert: Queen Nation at Irvine Regional Park
Date: July 23
Concert: Boy Band Review at Irvine Regional Park
Date: July 30
Concert: Beatles vs. Stones: The Greatest Show That Never Was at Craig Regional Park
Date: August 6
Concert: Mariachi Divas at Craig Regional Park
Date: August 13
Concert: Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena at Mile Square Regional Park
Date: August 20
Concert: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Mile Square Regional Park
Date: August 27
Concert: Dream Like Taylor at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
Date: September 3
Concert: Family Style at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
OC Parks Sunset Cinema
Friday nights, 6 p.m. (Event starts at 6 p.m., movie begins at sunset)
*All movies will be shown in English*
Date: June 5
Movie: Lilo & Stitch (2025) at Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Date: June 12
Movie: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) at Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Date: June 19
Movie: Freakier Friday (2025) at Craig Regional Park
Date: June 26
Movie: Monsters, Inc. (2001) at Craig Regional Park
*No cinema event July 3 in observance of Independence Day weekend.
Date: July 10
Movie: How to Train Your Dragon (2025) at Mason Regional Park
Date: July 17
Movie: Elio (2025) at Yorba Regional Park
Date: July 24
Movie: Twilight (2008) at Yorba Regional Park
Date: July 31
Movie: The Wild Robot (2024) at Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Date: August 7
Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) at Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Date: August 14
Movie: Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024) at Irvine Regional Park
Date: August 21
Movie: Jumanji (1995) at Irvine Regional Park
Date: August 28
Movie: Top Gun (1986) at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
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