Summer in Downtown San Jose promises to be unforgettable with Levitt San Jose’s 2025 concert series kicking off in St. James Park. This lineup of free, family-friendly shows brings a wide range of musical genres—blues, country, souldies, cumbia, and more—right to the heart of the city. Beyond the music, these events foster a sense of community, turning the park into a lively gathering spot for all ages, complete with food trucks, a beer and wine garden, and activities for kids.
The series launches on June 1st with a blues-packed afternoon co-presented by The Fountain Blues Foundation. Maxx Cabello Jr., a Bay Area guitarist and vocalist with a knack for captivating crowds, headlines the show, joined by opener M’ssippi Slide. Later, on June 22nd, Cash’d Out takes the stage, delivering a spot-on tribute to Johnny Cash’s early sound with a high-energy twist that appeals to fans across generations.
From July through September, the series keeps the momentum going with an eclectic mix of performances. Expect souldies on July 6th with Thee Heart Tones and The Charities, a cumbia and Latinx rock explosion on July 20th featuring Tropa Magica, and a psychedelic Latinx night with Valley Wolf on August 3rd. The lineup rounds out with a reggae bash on August 24th and a cumbia celebration on September 6th, each event co-presented by local arts groups that highlight San Jose’s rich cultural diversity.
Every concert is free and designed for families, with plenty of on-site extras like food vendors and kid-friendly fun. It’s a chance to enjoy live music while supporting the local scene and the vision for a permanent Pavilion structure in St. James Park.
Want to be part of it? Grab your friends and family and head to St. James Park this summer. For those who feel inspired, Levitt San Jose welcomes volunteers and donations to keep the music playing. Check out www.levittsanjose.org or follow @LevittSanJose on social media for the latest updates and details.
