St. James Park is going to rock this summer.

Friends of Levitt Pavilion San Jose (FLPSJ) — the nonprofit dedicated to creating a permanent, open-air space at St. James Park for 50 free community concerts year-round — has released its 2025 summer concert series lineup.

Don't miss a beat at these free shows:

Celebrating Africa Day co-presented by AWO | Sunday, May 25 | The openers will be Anambra State Cultural Association of Nigeria and Chinyakare Ensemble, followed by headliner Riddim Exchange.
Blues co-presented by The Fountain Blues Foundation | Sunday, June 1 | Catch M’ssippi Slide as the opening act before headliner Maxx Cabello Jr. takes the stage.
Country Vibes | Sunday, June 22 | William Johnston will open, followed by Cash’d Out, a San Diego-based band that pays tribute to Johnny Cash.
Souldies Summer | Sunday, July 6 | This show features two headliners: Thee Heart Tones and The Charities, each with soul-meets-oldies vibes.
Cumbia, Latinx Rock + Ska Explosion | Sunday, July 20 | La Matilda Cruda will open for headliner Tropa Magica.
Psychedelic Latinx Night co-Presented by Needle to the Groove | Sunday, Aug. 3 | This show will focus on funk + Mexican rock via Ritmos Tropicosmos and headliner Valley Wolf.
Roots Reggae Bash co-presented by Cukui | Sunday, Aug. 24 | It’s all love at this reggae-themed concert featuring Kruel Summer and Groundation.
Sabado de Cumbia en el Parque co-presented by MACLA | Saturday, Sept. 6 | This celebration of Cumbia will feature El Pecado de Juana, Flaco El Jano y Sus Perros Callejeros, and headliner Bululú.

Pro tips: Find the fun at the corner of 3rd and E. St. James streets. Bring your own blankets, chairs, and a picnic — or buy snacks from local food vendors at the concerts. There will be fun activities for the kids and you can bring your dog, too.

One more ditty: FLPSJ is continuing to raise funds to make Levitt Pavilion a reality — donate to the efforts. SJ’s venue will be part of a network of Levitt venues + concert series run by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through free, live, accessible music. Stay connected to the local project through FLPSJ's Instagram page.