Concerts in the Park Returns for its 33rd Season on May 1, Bringing Nine Weeks of Free Live Music to Downtown Sacramento
Today, Downtown Sacramento Partnership unveiled the lineup for its highly anticipated Concerts in the Park series, marking the return of free live music in downtown Sacramento on Friday evenings beginning May 1. A cornerstone of the region’s summer calendar, the concert series continues to showcase a mix of nationally touring artists and local favorites, further energizing Sacramento’s growing music scene.
Reflecting the strong reception to last year’s earlier schedule and condensed format, Concerts in the Park will once again run as a nine-week series in Downtown Plaza Park (910 I St). Gates will open at 6 p.m., with performances concluding at 9:30 p.m. The 2026 season will also spotlight expanded genre programming, including the addition of Latin Night and Juneteenth Night.
“Over the past few years, we’ve seen just how much enthusiasm there is for programming that reflects the diversity of our city,” said Amelia Chew, Events Manager of Downtown Sacramento Partnership. “That demand has only continued to grow, and we’re incredibly excited to expand our programming for Concerts in the Park this season with our Latin Night and Juneteenth Night. Our goal has always been for Concerts in the Park to feel welcoming and representative of the community we see every day in Sacramento, and this year’s lineup builds on that commitment in a meaningful way.”
Now in its 33rd year, Concerts in the Park remains free to attend – a deliberate choice that reinforces the event’s role as an inclusive gathering space for residents, workers, and visitors alike. As downtown Sacramento continues to evolve, the series serves as a vibrant hub where community members can connect, celebrate, and share in a collective experience.
The 2026 lineup features a dynamic mix of artists spanning genres and audiences, including Edgehill (indie) on Opening Night, Andrea Bejar (Latin pop) on Latin Night, The Temper Trap (indie rock), and Kid Ink (hip-hop) on Juneteenth Night. A detailed lineup with more information about Concerts in the Park is available here.
A production of Downtown Sacramento Partnership, Concerts in the Park is proudly sponsored by Dignity Health, Donaghy Sales, Office of Traffic Safety presented by CalTrans, Xfinity, BeatBox, Zen Garden Wellness, Lime, Republic Services, Fox40, and Audacy. For more information about downtown Sacramento, please visit DowntownSac.org.
