Poway Concerts in the Park Series

Sundays,  June-August

Lake Poway
14644 Lake Poway Road
Poway, CA
poway.org
Free
Parking $10 approx. for non-residents

2026 Concerts

5:30-7 p.m.

May 24, 2026, 2-3:15 p.m. Desert Valley Winds Band Concert
Concert band music
Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road

June 21, 2026 Pickleback Shine
Country Western
Lake Poway

June 28, 2026 The Jackstones
Lake Poway

July 19, 2026 Britain's Finest
Beatles tribute
Lake Poway

August 2, 2026 Pop Vinyl
Party, dance music
Lake Poway Park, 14644 Lake Poway Road

August 16, 2026 Cheez Whiz
80s tributes & covers
cheezwhizband.com
Lake Poway

According to the City of Poway, Over 59,000 people enjoy  Concerts in the Park and other events.

For Lake Poway concerts, parking is free for residents and $10 fee for nonresidents. A free shuttle service will be provided from the north parking lot of Poway High School to Lake Poway. This event draws large crowds; please arrive early and plan on taking the shuttle. Parking is free for the Old Poway Park concerts. Arrive early to secure a good spot in front of the stage. 

Bring your blanket or chair, picnic dinner or snack, and have a great time with family and friends. Food trucks at Lake Poway concerts.

The Summer Concert in the Park Series features an annual musical lineup which always includes a variety of bands that are sure to keep your feet stompin' and your groove groovin'.

Everyone is invited to bring a blanket or chair, picnic dinner or snack, and head on out to the park for a great time with family and friends. 

Sam Hinton Folk Festival

June 6, 2026, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Old Poway Park
14134 Midland Road
Poway, CA
Free, poway.org | sdfolkheritage.org/ events/ sam-hinton-25/

2026 Concert

• Billy Lee and the Swamp Critters: Gulf Coast Music. A gumbo of Cajun, Zydeco, Mardi Gras & Texas Swing
• Kaylee Daughtery: One of San Diego’s top jazz vocalists and songwriters
• Nathan and Jessie: A unique blend of jazzy folk and blues on resonator guitars and accordion
• Whiskey and Burlap: A local trio combing Americana, bluegrass, country, and folk music
• The Winter Sisters: An original songwriting trio of local favorites Cathryn Beeks, Sande Lollis, and Bonnie Nicholls
• Fast Heart Mart: A banjo blend of rock, folk, punk, old-time country, bluegrass, blues, rap, and Indian raga…or simply Punkgrass music

Bluegrass, Olde Time, Irish music, and many more genres are performed at the  Annual Sam Hinton Folk Festival hosted by San Diego Folk Heritage. This wonderful outdoor event will feature musical performances, musical workshops, group jams and an open mic stage. A great variety of folk music will be offered including Bluegrass, Olde Time, Irish music, and much more.

Community Band Festival

May 16-17, 2026, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Old Poway Park
14134 Midland Road
Poway, CA
Free, poway.org

pomeradoband.org/band-festival/

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Sax Diego
Huntington Beach Concert Band
Valley Winds
Coronado Big Band
San Diego Community Jazz Band
Pacific Coast Concert Band
Ahwatukee Foothills Concert Band
North County Winds

Sunday May 17, 2026

San Diego City Guard Band
Kearny Mesa Concert Band
San Diego British Brass Band
San Diego Concert Band
Germania Blaskapelle
Pomerado Community Band

Listen to bands from near and far offering a variety of musical genres from blue grass ensembles to full concert bands. Old Poway Park Action Committee members, the Pomerado Community Band and the Poway Arts and Crafts Guild,  host the annual California Band Festival and Arts and Crafts Market.

Fun community events are held throughout the year in Poway. Old Poway Park provides entertainment throughout the seasons and one very special time is the Tree Lighting Ceremony and Santa's Arrival by train.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.