Irvine’s Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series is kicking off the summer on Friday, July 16 at Irvine’s Mike Ward Community Park, located in Woodbridge.

Additionally, in support of the city’s of Irvine’s 50th anniversary celebration, the city is looking for non-perishable food donations in order to fill 50 barrels over the course of the Summer Concert. All donations support Families Forward.

This summer’s debut concert will feature the Irvine Barclay Theatre Jazz Band with Orange County jazz musician Ron Kobayashi.

Here’s how the rest of the summer concerts in Irvine are tuning up.

Friday, July 16, 6 p.m.: Irvine Barclay Theatre Jazz Band featuring the Ron Kobayashi Trio (Jazz) Live jazz music presented in partnership with the Irvine Barclay Theatre.

Saturday, July 17, 5:30 p.m.: Yachty by Nature (Groovy Soft Rock)
Yachty by Nature is a six-piece band that brings you the finest in groovy soft yacht rock from the late ’70s and early ’80s.

Saturday, July 24, 5:30 p.m.: Yard Sale (Greatest Dance Hits)
Yard Sale is a high-energy band that will get you dancing to the greatest hits.

Friday, July 30, 6 p.m.: Aloha Friday with Kaleo Phillips (Hawaiian)
Hawaiian music presented in partnership with the Irvine Barclay Theatre.

Saturday, July 31, 5:30 p.m.: Stone Soul (Classic Soul & Motown)
Stone Soul is a horn-blowing, foot stomping classic soul & Motown tribute band that has built a reputation as one of the most entertaining local bands.

Saturday, August 7, 5:30 p.m.: Tijuana Dogs (Dance Party Rock)
The Tijuana Dogs are a popular Orange County rock band. This high-energy party rock band will have you up and dancing the entire time.

Friday, August 13, 6 p.m.: Darcie Roberts (Broadway Revue)
Live Broadway revue presented in partnership with the Irvine Barclay Theatre.

Saturday, August 14, 5:30 p.m.: Neon Nation (’80s Dance Party)
Neon Nation performs the greatest hits of ’80s. Get ready to rock out on the dance floor to this premier ’80s live music experience.

Sunday, August 15: Pacific Symphony in the Cities
At 5:30 p.m., a Musical Playground will open with interactive activities for children. The Pacific Symphony concert begins at 7:00 p.m.

Mike Ward Community Park — Woodbridge is located at 20 Lake Road, Irvine. For more information, visit cityofirvine.org/specialevents or call 949-724-6606.

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