If your ideal summer night includes a killer sunset, a burger you don’t have to flip yourself, and the soulful sounds of a band you’ll probably end up following on Instagram—Terranea’s Summer Sound Series just might be your weekend calling.
The cliffside resort in Rancho Palos Verdes is once again throwing its hat into the summer concert ring with 27 nights of live music at Nelson’s, its oceanfront dining spot perched dramatically above the Pacific. Most Friday and Saturday nights through the end of August, the Sunset Bluff transforms into a live music venue with serious vacation energy—even if you’re just driving in from Torrance.
While resort guests can stroll in without flashing a ticket, locals can snag general admission for $30 (kids 13 and under are free), with the option to level up to a private cabana if you’ve got seven friends and a group text that actually works. And yes, that fee is before the inevitable service charge and taxes—so plan for that.
What sets this series apart from your average park concert or pier gig? For one, the backdrop. The ocean view here is so postcard-perfect it almost feels fake. But it’s also the way Terranea leans into the laid-back luxury vibe. You’ll find reggae, classic rock, 80s tribute acts, and SoCal staples like KAYLN and Anthem Road—but also shrimp hoagies, pulled pork sandwiches, and craft cocktails served just steps from the stage. Basically: it’s flip-flops meets date night.
This year’s lineup feels especially curated for maximum nostalgia. The 80s All Starz (June 28) promise big hair and bigger choruses, while Remix (June 21 and August 9) is back to cover your favorite guilty-pleasure pop hits. Local faves The Reel Band (July 12 and August 15) are also pulling double duty, bringing island vibes and good energy.
And for those who like their summer nights less surfside and more swanky, the Lobby Bar and Casamigos Terrace inside the resort are hosting nightly live music at 7 p.m.—a quieter, cocktail-forward alternative if the bluff gets breezy.
Whether you’re booking a room or just heading over for the show, Terranea’s Sound Series is an easy way to feel like you’ve gone on vacation without actually leaving LA County. And if you time it right, you’ll be dancing to “Sweet Caroline” just as the sun dips below the horizon—and honestly, that’s the kind of summer magic we could all use a little more of.
[More info and tickets at terranea.com/summer-celebrations]
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