Join us October 24th for Bert’s Monster Bash – a free, all-ages Halloween party honoring our friend Bert Barrera with live music from OutlanderZ, Exit Only, and The Alex Orbison[…]
Malibu,CA90265United States
Experience the ultimate Halloween party at our Top of the Harbor Ballroom with panoramic beach views, live music, and costume fun. Featuring Rey Fresco, Anora, Katie Skene Band, and more!
Ventura,CA93001United States
Irie Third Fridays are a fresh, new monthly event to bring you a consistent spot for top quality reggae music – right here in San Luis Obispo. These events feature the[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Discover a night of legendary reggae and ska as Burritos (Sublime tribute) and Lively Up (Bob Marley tribute) bring iconic classics to life at The Garden Amphitheater in Garden Grove.
Garden Grove,CA92840United States
Irie Third Fridays are a fresh, new monthly event to bring you a consistent spot for top quality reggae music – right here in San Luis Obispo. These events feature the[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Irie Third Fridays are a fresh, new monthly event to bring you a consistent spot for top quality reggae music – right here in San Luis Obispo. These events feature the[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Irie Third Fridays are a fresh, new monthly event to bring you a consistent spot for top quality reggae music – right here in San Luis Obispo. These events feature the[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Irie Third Fridays are a fresh, new monthly event to bring you a consistent spot for top quality reggae music – right here in San Luis Obispo. These events feature the[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Reggae has firmly established itself in Southern California’s diverse musical landscape, with vibrant scenes across several major cities. In Los Angeles, venues like The Echoplex, The Roxy, and The Reggae Lounge regularly feature both local talent and international reggae stars. The city’s multicultural makeup has fostered a unique SoCal reggae sound, blending traditional Jamaican influences with Latin rhythms and California surf culture.
Long Beach hosts the annual Cali Vibes Fest in June, while Topanga has the annual Reggae on the Mountain festival.
In Orange County, Irvine’s Great Park Live has hosted some big touring acts, while Ivan’z House Live in Laguna Beach brings in some great live Reggae every Sunday for their Reggae Sundays events.
San Diego’s reggae community thrives in neighborhoods like Ocean Beach and Pacific Beach, where beachside venues such as Winston’s and Belly Up have become legendary spots for reggae performances. The city’s proximity to Mexico has created interesting cross-border reggae collaborations, with bands often incorporating elements of Latin music into their reggae compositions.
Santa Barbara, though smaller, boasts a passionate reggae following centered around venues like SOhO Restaurant & Music Club and The Arlington Theatre. The Santa Barbara Reggae Festival draws thousands of attendees and has featured prominent artists like Ziggy Marley, Steel Pulse, and Rebelution—a band that actually formed at UC Santa Barbara and has gone on to international acclaim.
Throughout Southern California, reggae culture extends beyond music into lifestyle, influencing fashion, art, and even local cuisine. The region’s year-round sunshine and beach culture have proven to be the perfect environment for reggae’s positive vibrations to flourish.
Past Reggae Shows in Southern California:
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Explore the boundary-defying sounds of The Hip Abduction, led by globetrotting songwriter David New. This versatile ensemble blends African rhythms, reggae, and American indie influences into an energetic musical journey.
Ventura,CA93001United States
The Hip Abduction blends African rhythms, reggae grooves, and American indie sounds into a genre-defying musical journey, led by songwriter David New and brought to life by a versatile ensemble[…]
Irvine,CA92618United States
Reggae legends Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear bring their Do The Reggae Tour to Great Park Live on Sunday, October 19th, featuring eight-time Grammy winner Marley and two-time Grammy recipient[…]
Yucca Valley,CA92284United States
Discover Mihali, the Vermont-based musical innovator whose evolving sound blends reggae, rock, and healing vibes. From co-founding Twiddle to collaborations with reggae royalty, his journey continues with his third album[…]
Los Angeles,CA90017United States
The Hip Abduction blends African rhythms, reggae grooves, and American indie sounds into a genre-defying musical journey, led by songwriter David New and brought to life by a versatile ensemble[…]
Paso Robles,CA93446United States
Reggae royalty Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear bring their Do The Reggae Tour to Vina Robles Amphitheatre on October 18. This historic pairing features nine-time Grammy winner Marley and reggae[…]
Irvine,CA92618United States
Experience the ultimate California summer as Rebelution headlines the Good Vibes Cali Tour 2025, bringing reggae-rock bliss alongside Pepper, The Elovaters, and Aurorawave for a sun-soaked coastal journey.
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
Evoking the ocean and guided by the spirit of travel, The Hip Abduction pilot a sonic expedition past genre barriers. The band is the moniker for singer/songwriter David New who writes and produces music in between travel excursions and touring. Live[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Irie Third Fridays are a fresh, new monthly event to bring you a consistent spot for top quality reggae music – right here in San Luis Obispo. These events feature the[…]
Irvine,CA92618United States
Experience the ultimate California summer as Rebelution headlines the Good Vibes Cali Tour 2025, bringing reggae-rock bliss alongside Pepper, The Elovaters, and Aurorawave for a sun-soaked coastal journey.
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Experience an electrifying night of reggae fusion as Hirie and Artikal Sound System take over the historic Fremont Theatre in San Luis Obispo, blending captivating rhythms with pop, R&B, and[…]
Santa Barbara,CA93103United States
Celebrating two decades of success, reggae pioneers Rebelution bring their signature sound to the Good Vibes Cali Tour 2025, joined by Pepper, The Elovaters, and Aurorawave for a sun-soaked musical[…]
Hermosa Beach,CA90254United States
Doors at 7pm
Avila Beach,CA93424United States
Experience the ultimate California summer as Rebelution headlines the Good Vibes Cali Tour 2025, bringing reggae-rock bliss alongside Pepper, The Elovaters, and Aurorawave for a sun-soaked coastal journey.
Avila Beach,CA93424United States
Experience the ultimate California summer as Rebelution headlines the Good Vibes Cali Tour 2025, bringing reggae-rock bliss alongside Pepper, The Elovaters, and Aurorawave for a sun-soaked coastal journey.
San Diego,CA92107United States
The Guest Room is an indie Pop/R&B collective that thrives on collaboration. With every track, they open the door for fresh voices to join in, creating a dynamic mix of[…]
San Diego,CA92107United States
Featuring: Rudy Roots Mydol Orthodox Dready Lion Jahtiva
Ventura,CA93001United States
Live music from 12-4pm on the Aqua Bar Patio No cover All Ages
San Diego,CA92109United States
Rain Or Shine, Standing Room Only Doors 5pm
Laguna Beach,CA92651United States
Pato Banton comes to Laguna Beach for a Sunday evening show at Ivanz House, above Mozambique. Pato Banton is a reggae singer and toaster from Birmingham, England. He received the[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
Irie Third Fridays are a fresh, new monthly event to bring you a consistent spot for top quality reggae music – right here in San Luis Obispo. These events feature the[…]
Laguna Beach,CA92651United States
Black Uhuru comes to Laguna Beach for a Sunday evening show at Ivanz House, above Mozambique. For over 50 years Black Uhuru has remained one of the most popular recognized[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
The most successful of the second-generation reggae bands, Jamaica’s Black Uhuru maintained their high quality despite numerous personnel changes throughout their many decades together. The first reggae band to win[…]
Venice,CA90291United States
San Clemente,CA92672United States
Come groove with us at the Boys & Girls Club of San Clemente for a day filled with live music between 2 stages, vendors selling art, vintage and more, a[…]
Ventura,CA93001United States
We couldn’t get enough of Wisdom Tree in August so we had to bring them back to kick off September. The music starts at 6, but the organic beer starts[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
DMMB returns to the Grateful Brunch @ The Venice West Saturday 8/30 12pm to 3pm!!! We always have an amazing time at the Grateful Brunch but we are extra excited[…]
Hermosa Beach,CA90254United States
Zach Deputy declared he would be a professional musician before ever purchasing his first guitar at the young age of thirteen. Given this, a career outside of music was never[…]
Simi Valley,CA93063United States
Roots Down Vibes Up presents Chris Murray Reggae Sunday takes place every week at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar in Simi Valley from 3-5pm. All ages!
Big Bear Lake,CA92315United States
Celebrate the close of summer with high-energy water competitions, lakeside lounging, live music, family-friendly fun, and that unbeatable mountain sun. This isn’t just a festival—it’s Big Bear’s farewell to summer,[…]
Oxnard,CA93035United States
Legendary singer HR of hard-core punk/Reggae band Bad Brains live & direct at Mrs Olsons with special guest, the UPBEAT Doors 7pm
Laguna Beach,CA92651United States
The Wailing Souls come to Laguna Beach for a Sunday evening show at Ivanz House, above Mozambique. 3x Grammy nominees, The Wailing Souls push the musical limits of the reggae[…]
San Diego,CA92101United States
Join us at WorldBeat Center for a powerful and uplifting Marcus Garvey Day Celebration honoring the life, legacy, and vision of one of the greatest Pan-African leaders of the 20th[…]
Laguna Beach,CA92651United States
Music can be contagious, inspiring, and poignant. Quinto Sol carries that type of emotion and sound – deeply rooted in community and roots music – from the Americas, to the[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
Wailing Souls are standard bearers and among the few active surviving elder statesmen from the birth and the golden era of reggae music, still led by charter members, Winston “Pipe”[…]
West Hollywood,CA90069United States
Dirty Beetles and Loomiere.live Present:SOLID GOLD POOL PARTY 2025 Coming to ya in all it’s golden glory! Featuring an all-star DJ lineup with World Class selectors from 5 LA-based Burning[…]
Long Beach,CA90802United States
LONG BEACH, IT’S HERE! In 2025, we’re bringing you an unforgettable night at the hidden gem, Grey LB. Catch performances by Chapis, Soundfrom, Quadroon & The Goons, Palm Sugar and[…]
Simi Valley,CA93063United States
Roots Down Vibes Up presents King Sol and the Vibes Reggae Sunday takes place every week at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar in Simi Valley from 3-5pm. All ages!
Topanga,CA90290United States
Founded in 2009 ROTM began as a grassroots festival in Topanga Canyon, Ca. Produced out of a love of music, the desire to learn and share culture, and the concept[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
Pato Banton is a grammy nominated reggae legend that has recorded and toured the world with The English Beat, Steel Pulse, UB40 & STING! (just to name a few) .[…]
Simi Valley,CA93063United States
Roots Down Vibes Up presents Doralee Reggae Sunday takes place every week at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar in Simi Valley from 3-5pm. All ages!
Simi Valley,CA93063United States
Roots Down Vibes Up presents Chris Murray Reggae Sunday takes place every week at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar in Simi Valley from 3-5pm. All ages!
Simi Valley,CA93063United States
Roots Down Vibes Up presents Irie Nature Reggae Sunday takes place every week at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar in Simi Valley from 3-5pm. All ages!
Los Angeles,CA90057United States
WHAT: Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles (Levitt LA) is celebrating its 18th annual concert series by presenting 10 world-class performances that are all free and open to everyone. The concerts will[…]
Los Angeles,California90012United States
Parks are made by people! Throughout Los Angeles, our green spaces reflect the values and the determination that it takes as a community to cultivate spaces of respite from industrialization[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
Al Lover’s World Party: DJ Al Lover (Desert Daze) spins “interplanetary Grooves From Around The Globe”. International Disco, Boogie, Funk & House all night long.
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
Full bar and kitchen will be open with bloody marys, eggs benedict, chicken and waffles…. AND MORE