Los Gatos Free Music Concert Series: Music in the Park, Jazz on the Plazz and Vasona Vibrations Schedule of Events and Performers

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Update on the 2020 Summer Music in Los Gatos

Normally in April and May I’m collecting all the information on the summer musical events in Los Gatos. This year, however, we are in the midst of a Shelter in Place order due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Sadly, it looks like none of the concerts will not be allowed anytime soon.

A few days ago, the Vasona Vibrations Facebook page released this statement:

Due to the Shelter-in-Place restrictions to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, our Vasona Vibrations concerts are cancelled this summer. These are uncertain times, and we don’t know if large gatherings will continue to be banned, even as some restrictions may be lifted. Vasona Vibrations concerts require months of planning for a successful series and we strive to offer you a high-quality musical experience. We hope you’ll understand and we’ll post any future plans. We will miss it as much as all of you.

Vasona Vibrations canceled for 2020

Today Governor Gavin Newsom laid out his four stage plan for reopening California.  Only in Stage 4 will concerts, conferences, and very large gatherings of people be permitted. And that won’t be until there’s herd immunity, an effective vaccine, and / or treatments that make this virus less of a threat.

In the coming days we will get more questions answered. The one at the top of my mind is when can I see the relatives with whom I’m not living?

You can read more about the governor’s plan at the Mercury News article linked here.

 

 

 

Below is the information for the 2019 concert series in Los Gatos:

Summer 2019 is just around the corner and we’re all revved up and ready for those free concerts around Los Gatos. Most artists and schedules have been announced and, knowing that you are as excited about these as I am, I have compiled a calendar of free outdoor music events for us all! Below please find a compilation of the FOUR different Los Gatos free musical concert series (and don’t forget Independence Day festivities)! As always, the information below should be reliable but as with any concert or outdoors event it is subject to change, so double check the website prior to going and always read the rules (especially if you plan to picnic). Hope to see you there!

Los Gatos Free Music Concert Series List of Events

(1) Vasona Vibrations  5-7pm every Saturday of June & July (pl;us a bonus Open Mic on Aug 3) at Vasona Lake County Park, schedule of performers has recently been announced here at the event’s website. Performances are held on the lawn near the Ranger Office, just down the hill from the pedestrian entrance at University Ave and Pepper Tree Lane. Consider bringing food and cash donations to Second Harvest Food Bank, which are accepted at every concert. Please note that a $6 fee is charged for parking within the County Parks.

(2) Music in the Park   5-7pm Sundays from July 7th – August 4th, usually with a dance party finale at the Los Gatos Civic Center campus lawn.  Get more information (rules, dates, location, schedule and lineup) when available at the website, closer to June.

(3)  Jazz on the Plazz 6:30-8:30pm Wednesdays, June 19 – August 21 at the Los Gatos Town Plaza (where the farmers market is held) on West Main St and Santa Cruz Ave by the post office. More information and a schedule is available on the website. Please note that while the other music venues are 100% free, with Jazz on the Plazz, the “best” seats come with a price tag.

(4) Fiesta de Artes open 10am-6pm August 10th – 11th, at the Civic Center Lawn in Downtown Los Gatos. The Fiesta is the only art and wine festival in Los Gatos and offers musical performances both days from start to finish. Find the schedule here.

Don’t forget to include the Fourth of July in your plans – it is always spectacular, and is one of the more child-
friendly concerts! The events are held at Oak Meadow Park, and Los Gatos residents park for free. Event page is showing information from 2017, this is normally updated as we approach July. Last year, a new event was held the weekend prior, the Red, White, & Blue Block Party on sjws 4thSaturday, July 1st, 2017. Santa Cruz Avenue in Downtown was closed for festivities including, music, family games, a bike parade, and dunk tank. No updated information has been given yet, but we hope the party will be back in 2018!

Now for the full schedule of performances. Once again, please double check all rules, directions, and schedule information with the information on the festival website so you can enjoy the music to the fullest. A complete list of performers is not yet available, the chart will be filled in as details become available.

 

Series Date Day Time Performer & Link
Vasona Vibrations 1-Jun Sat 5:00-7:00pm Top Shelf Big Band
Vasona Vibrations 8-Jun Sat 5:00-7:00pm Blue House
Vasona Vibrations 15-Jun Sat 5:00-7:00pm The Jones Gang
Jazz on the Plazz 19-Jun Wed 6:30-8:30pm Jane Monheit
Vasona Vibrations 22-Jun Sat 5:00-7:00pm Andre Thierry
Jazz on the Plazz 26-Jun Wed 6:30-8:30pm Tiffany Austin
Vasona Vibrations 29-Jun Sat 5:00-7:00pm Windy Hill
Vasona Vibrations 30-Jun Sat 5:00-7:00pm Andre Thierry
Jazz on the Plazz 3-Jul Wed 6:30-8:30pm Curtis Stigers with Full Spectrum Jazz
4th of July Celebration 4-Jul Thurs 1:00pm Symphony in the Park – San Jose Wind Symphony
4th of July Celebration 4-Jul Thurs 11:00am The Hipwaders (for kids) on 2nd stage
Vasona Vibrations 6-Jul Sat 5:00-7:00pm Blue Summit
Music in the Park 7-Jul Sun 5:00-7:00pm The Sun Kings (Beatles tribute)
Jazz on the Plazz 10-Jul Wed 6:30-8:30pm Paula West (Facebook Link)
Vasona Vibrations 13-Jul Sat 5:00-7:00pm Jessica Johnson
Music in the Park 14-Jul Sun 5:00-7:00pm Sweet HayaH
Jazz on the Plazz 17-Jul Wed 6:30-8:30pm John Proulx
Vasona Vibrations 20-Jul Sat 5:00-7:00pm Isis and The Cold Truth
Music in the Park 21-Jul Sun 5:00-7:00pm Ryan Scripps
Jazz on the Plazz 24-Jul Wed 6:30-8:30pm To Be Announced
Vasona Vibrations 27-Jul Sat 5:00-7:00pm Bean Creek
Music in the Park 28-Jul Sun 5:00-7:00pm Stealin’ Chicago
Jazz on the Plazz 31-Jul Wed 6:30-8:30pm Jamie Davis
Vasona Vibrations 3-Aug Sat 4:00-7:00pm Vasona Vibrations Acoustic Open Mike
Music in the Park 4-Aug Sun 5:00-7:00pm Caravansarai (Santana Tribute)
Jazz on the Plazz 7-Aug Wed 6:30-8:30pm Monterey Jazz Festival County High School All Stars
Jazz on the Plazz 14-Aug Wed  6:30-8:30pm  Roberta Gambarini
 Jazz on the Plazz  21-Aug Wed  6:30-8:30pm The Funky Godfather
Los Gatos Dance Party 31-Aug Sat 7 – 9:30 pm See https://liveinlosgatosblog.com/los-gatos-park-dance-3/
Fiesta de Artes 21 & 22-Sept Sat & Sun 10am –  6 pm See https://losgatosfiesta.com/
That is quite the roundup! Los Gatos is a fantastic place in which to live and recreate, but no time more than in the summer. Enjoy!