Costa Mesa Concerts in the Park 2026: Live Music, Food Trucks and Summer Fun at Fairview Park

Summer in Costa Mesa is officially in full swing, and one of the city’s favorite community traditions is back! The Costa Mesa Concerts in the Park 2026 series brings three evenings of free live music, local food, family activities and neighborhood fun to Fairview Park.

Whether you have lived in Costa Mesa for years, recently moved to the area or are simply looking for a fun summer activity in Orange County, Concerts in the Park is a great way to enjoy a warm evening with friends, family and neighbors.

2026 Costa Mesa Concerts in the Park Schedule

This year’s free concerts will take place on three consecutive Tuesdays:

• Tuesday, July 14: Sega Genecide

• Tuesday, July 21: Tijuana Dogs

• Tuesday, July 28: Common Sense

Pre-show activities begin at 5:00 p.m., followed by the opening act at 6:00 p.m.

Where Are the Costa Mesa Concerts in the Park?

The concerts will be held at:

Fairview Park2525 Placentia AvenueCosta Mesa, CA 92626

Fairview Park is one of Costa Mesa’s most unique outdoor spaces, offering plenty of room to spread out, enjoy the sunset and take in live music with the community.

What to Expect

The Costa Mesa Concerts in the Park are about more than just music. Each evening will include:

• Free live entertainment

• Gourmet food trucks

• A beer and wine garden

• Activities for children

• A relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere

Bring a blanket or low-back chairs, arrive early to find a comfortable spot and plan to grab dinner from one of the participating food trucks.

Parking and Transportation Tips

Concert nights can bring significant traffic around Fairview Park. The City of Costa Mesa encourages attendees to walk, bike, scoot, skate, carpool or use a rideshare service whenever possible. Temporary bicycle racks will also be available during the event.

Residents who live nearby may find that biking or walking is the easiest way to avoid parking delays while enjoying a beautiful Costa Mesa summer evening.

Why Community Events Make Costa Mesa Special

Concerts in the Park is one of the many events that makes living in Costa Mesa feel special. From neighborhood parades and outdoor movie nights to local festivals, farmers markets and community fundraisers, there is always something bringing people together.

As someone who grew up in Costa Mesa and now helps people buy and sell homes throughout the city, these are the moments I love most. Events like this are a reminder that Costa Mesa is more than a convenient place to live—it is a community where neighbors connect, families create traditions and local businesses are supported.

Make the Most of Summer in Costa Mesa

Mark your calendar, invite a few friends and enjoy one—or all three—of the 2026 Costa Mesa Concerts in the Park. Admission is free, and it is one of the best family-friendly summer activities in Costa Mesa.

For the most current event information or possible schedule changes, visit the City of Costa Mesa’s official Concerts in the Park event page.

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Kendra Fisher Torelli Realty

Costa Mesa Realtor and Local Community Expert