20th Annual “Music on the Square” Free Concerts Every Friday (Redwood City)

Courtesy Redwood City Events

20 years ago, we said it was gonna be big. Turns out… we were just getting started.

From Music on the Square to Shakespeare under the stars, Redwood City Events became more than a series. It’s the soundtrack of this city. And 20 seasons later? Yep… we’ve still got it!

Marking these 20 years of live music and community celebration, Downtown Redwood City’s Music on the Square offers something for all ages. Featuring the best of rock, reggae, funk, Latin, and soul on Friday nights from May 29 through September 4, this fourteen-week series of free concerts delivers powerhouse performances that keep Courthouse Square buzzing from 6 to 8pm.

Summer 2026 Schedule – shows from 6pm – 8pm
May 29 – Carnaval!
June 5 – Boys of Summer
June 12 – Shades of Blue
June 19 – Patton Leatha
June 26 – Bululú
July 3 – NO SHOW
July 10 – Sounds of Skynyrd
July 17 – Native Elements
July 24 – Careless Whisper
July 31 – Mercy and the Heartbeats
August 7 – Aja Vu
August 14 Cisco Kid
August 21 – Foreverland
August – 28 Starman SF
September 4 – Pride & Joy

Presenting outstanding talent from across the Bay and beyond, the season launches with the high-voltage Santana Tribute of Carnaval and finishes with the irresistible pop and soul of Pride & Joy. With its lively atmosphere and ideal summer setting, Music on the Square invites you to gather, connect, and celebrate.

Enjoy appetizing fare from nearby restaurants, bring a lawn chair or blanket, and let the rhythm move you; it’s the Peninsula’s go-to Friday night tradition!
https://www.redwoodcity.org/musiconthesquare
Check out our Music on the Square Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUIDcCw12RA&t=1s

Along with Music on the Square, other exciting FREE events in Redwood City include: Music in the Park on Wednesdays; Movies on the Square on Thursdays; Pub in the Park and Kids Rock! Music Series on Saturdays; Classical on the Square with Redwood Symphony; Shakespeare in the Park on Weekends in August; plus special outdoor exhibits featuring ART on the Square complementing 4 dates of Music on the Square.
More info at https://www.RedwoodCityEvents.com

Redwood City’s Music on the Square is brought to you by Redwood City Parks, Recreation and Community Services, and is proud to be supported by Community Partners: Mark Zuckerberg & Priscilla Chan, Redwood City Parks & Arts Foundation – Supporting Sponsors: Embarc Redwood City, Monterra, Kaiser
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