DOWNTOWN LIVE MUSIC SERIES
Thursday nights ROCK in Downtown Gilroy
Get Your Gilroy Groove On
Come out to historic downtown Gilroy on Thursday nights to enjoy a perfect summer evening with friends and family! Dance to rock, country, and R&B classics from various local bands at the FREE Downtown Live summer music series.
In addition to the live music, there are also vendor booths, food trucks, and a fun-tastic Kid Zone. Grab dinner before the show at any of the great restaurants or food trucks downtown and help support local businesses while you enjoy a night on the town.
This FREE event is kid-friendly and pet-friendly. You may bring your own blankets and folding chairs (and don’t forget those dancing shoes!).
Event Details
- Thursday nights from June through August.
- Event starts at 5pm; bands typically play from 7-9pm
- On Monterey Street in the heart of downtown Gilroy, California
- FREE – no reservations required
Dine & Dance
Downtown Gilroy restaurants make it easy for guests to order takeout and enjoy during the concert. Find dining options in our historic downtown on our restaurants page.
2026 Concert Dates
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June 18 - Riff Riot
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June 25 - James Durbin and the Lost Boys
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July 2 - NO SHOW
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July 9 - Neverland
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July 16 - Chicano All Stars
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July 23
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July 30
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August 6
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August 13
Brought to you by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association
Downtown Live is sponsored by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association (GDBA), a non-profit organization dedicated to building community pride by re-establishing Downtown Gilroy as the “Heart and Soul” of Gilroy.


This Annual Summer Concert Series is hosted by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association
All interested vendors, volunteers, sponsors, and other inquiries - please contact the organizers directly.