Redwood City Summer Events Series: June Events

City of Redwood City
Redwood City VOICE
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7 min readMay 24, 2019

Enjoy summer events and planned activities for the whole family and stay in the know through this blog series!

We can’t believe it either, how is June almost here? The good news is even if you are not ready, we’ve got your fun covered with Redwood City summer events! Join us for fun music, movies, art and more all summer long. With so many events happening in downtown Redwood City, you can make this summer an unforgettable one. Follow along in our monthly series so you can stay in the know and add your favorite events to the calendar. Here is what is planned for June.

Summer Events — June

Music on the Square

May 31 SONA

June 7Illeagles-Eagles Tribute

June 14The Big Fit

June 21Caravanserai with Tony Lindsay

June 28Super Diamond

Courthouse Square is the place to be on Friday nights! Enjoy fourteen nights of music, fun and everything downtown Redwood City has to offer! Redwood City is renowned for its incredible variety of free concerts and entertainment, featuring top-quality local and national performers. With top-quality local and national musical performers — from rock and pop, to reggae and much more — music fans of all ages will be thrilled to discover and enjoy our free summer concert series in Downtown’s living room. Thanks to sponsorship and community support, we are able to continue to bring you these two-hour (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) high-energy shows that get everyone off their feet dancing and having a great time.

Reminder: Glass bottled beverages are NOT allowed at events. This policy will be enforced.

View all the scheduled concerts here.

Have questions about Music on the Square? Go here.

Classical Series

June 22 — Redwood Symphony

For the classical, instrumental and opera music lover, or anyone who appreciates great musical talent, these concerts are for you! Families will love these free concerts, performed outdoors on beautiful Courthouse Square. The Symphony is a thrilling concert of popular classics. This performance begins at 7:00 p.m.

View all the scheduled summer Classical concerts here.

Art on the Square

June 14

ART on the Square brings the best in original fine arts and crafts to downtown Redwood City. Find painting, photography, jewelry, glass, fiber art, woodwork, and more — with prices for every budget. Join us on Courthouse Square from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

If you are an artist who would like to participate in ART on the Square, view the application deadlines and download an application here.

If you are an individual, business, or restaurant that would like to sponsor ART on the Square, view sponsorship information here.

To view the full summer schedule, visit here.

Movies on the Square

June 7Green Book (PG-13)

June 14Angels in the Outfield (PG)

June 21Avengers: Infinity War (PG-13)

June 28 Despicable Me 3 (PG)

Join us every Thursday summer night with your family and friends for a free movie on Courthouse Square! Experience Redwood City’s high definition surround sound 25’ outdoor theater. Bring your blankets and pick up take-out food from Redwood City’s nearby wonderful restaurants! We also have a small snack bar on site serving up popcorn, candy, and water. Thursday evening movie nights start at sundown (approximately 8:45 p.m.). Come early for the best seats (a limited number of chairs and tables are available). You are also welcome to bring your own!

Go here for more details.

Kidchella

June 23The Hipwaders

Redwood City is proud to offer our kids music series for a seventh consecutive year! Sponsored by Redwood City’s Public Library and Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, this series will provide a safe and fun environment for kids to dance, play, and enjoy live music from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Your family will be thrilled to enjoy music, along with an inflatable play-land at the Kidchella concerts this summer!

To view the full summer schedule, visit here.

Sounds of the Shores

June 23The Shanks

Head to the shores this summer and enjoy your favorite music on the water’s edge! Redwood City takes its summer music out to Redwood Shores! Marlin Park is located on the lagoons of Redwood Shores and provides a picturesque setting for live music. Each concert will feature a new food truck, this month is Grillzilla, for more information, go here. Concerts run from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

To view the summer schedule of Sounds of the Shores, visit here.

Music in the Park

June 12Janel and the Heist

June 19 California Cowboys

June 26 The Klipptones

Join us for free music in Stafford Park on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bring blankets and chairs to relax in the park while listening to live music. There is a concession tent selling hamburgers, hot dogs, potato chips, and drinks, graciously operated and donated by the Optimist Club of Redwood City. All proceeds benefit the Save the Music program in Redwood City Schools.

To view the full summer schedule, visit here.

Have questions about Music in the Park? Go here.

Pub in the Park

June 15 in Mezes ParkThe Stragglyrs

Come lounge in the park, listen to live Americana and Bluegrass music, sip delicious local brews and enjoy lawn games at Pub in the Park! Our British-style inflatable pub will offer quality beers on tap from local breweries including Blue Oak Brewing, Freewheel Brewing Company, and cider from South City Cider during four Saturdays from June to September. Pub in the Park offers a laid-back space to hang with friends and family and enjoy some cold ones. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a picnic style afternoon. Food trucks will also be available for guests’ enjoyment.

For the full Pub in the Park summer schedule, go here.

Magic Lantern 3D Light Show

The Redwood City Improvement Association (RCIA) invites you to experience a 3D video mapping light show! The Magic Lantern 3D Light Show, designed by world-renowned light show artist Bart Kresa, covers the San Mateo County History Museum with an array of colorful lights, taking viewers on an abstract adventure. The 20-minute show is free and family-friendly at 8:30 p.m. through the remainder of May, and 9 p.m. on June Tuesday nights! **Shows may be cancelled due to weather**

To view the full summer schedule, visit here.

Putt’n Around Mini Golf

Putt’n Around Mini Golf is the latest pop-up recreation activity for all ages. We’ve brought back your favorite mini-golf memories with an 18 hole course complete with scaled decorations and nighttime black light golf! Book your tee time today!

May 3 through mid-July
Fridays-Sundays
The Armory in Red Morton Park
939 Valota Road, Redwood City 94061-
map

Fri- 3pm-10pm (Last tee time 9:15pm)
Sat- 10am-10pm (Last tee time 9:15pm)
Sun- 10am-8pm (Last tee time 7:15pm)
Closed Mon-Thurs (open for rentals- see below)

Last tee time: 45 min before close

Putt’n Around is open for team building events, summer camps, and special groups. Please email events@redwoodcity.org to schedule events for weekdays. Rates are $300 for the first hour and $150 for additional hours.

Click here for more info and to reserve tee times online.

More Details

At events on Courthouse Square, a limited number of tables and chairs will be available. At any event, you can also bring your own setup to be comfortable throughout the event. You are also welcome to bring food to the events. Please remember to help keep Redwood City beautiful by picking up your belongings and any waste before you leave the event.

With so many events happening downtown, grab a bite to eat at any of the nearby restaurants before or after the event. Visit here to view our updated downtown dining guide and find information on parking, transportation and more!

To view all City events, visit here.

We also encourage the community to follow us on social media and sign up for our electronic newsletters so you never miss event announcements!

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