SCV’s Free Summer Concert Lineup Just Dropped 🎸

Good morning, SCV. This is The SCV Insider. Temps are rising this week, the sun is back, and the seasonal existential crisis is blooming right on schedule.

In today's SCV Insider:

• This week’s events 🥳 

• Concerts in the park lineup drops 🎶

• Wine, magic & dinner at Le Chene 🍷

Let’s get into it.

— Kate

This Week’s Events

Tuesday, May 6

🔄 Recurring Tuesday Events

🎵 Live Music at Maginn's Pubb | 6:30–9:30 PM | Maginn's Pubb | Free | Enjoy live tunes every Tuesday night at Maginn's Pubb in Old Town Newhall!

🌮 Rooftop Tacos & Trivia at Pocock Brewing | 7–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Public House | Free | Test your knowledge with free trivia by Trivia With Budds and enjoy rooftop tacos every Tuesday night in Newhall!

🧠 Trivia at The Local Pub & Grill | 7–9 PM | The Local Pub & Grill | Free | Challenge your brain with King Trivia every Tuesday night! Grab your friends, enjoy drinks, and compete in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

🧠 Trivia Night at Newhall Refinery | 7–9 PM | Newhall Refinery | Free | Test your knowledge with King Trivia while enjoying delicious food every Tuesday night at Newhall Refinery in Santa Clarita!

Wednesday, May 7

🔄 Recurring Wednesday Events

🍎 Canyon Country Farmers Market | 4–8 PM | Canyon Country Community Center | Free Entry | Shop fresh produce, fruits, and more every Wednesday evening at the Canyon Country Community Center. Don’t miss the fresh finds and good vibes!

🏍️ Bike Night at Route 66 Classic Grill | 6–10 PM | Route 66 Classic Grill | Free Entry | Ride over for live music, raffle prizes, BBQ, and drink specials every Wednesday night. Don’t miss the fun at this weekly tradition!

🎯 Pocock Public House Dart Tournament | 7–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Public House | Free | Join the weekly dart tournament every Wednesday night! Sign-ups start at 6:30 PM—don’t miss your chance to compete!

🧠 Trivia at Pocock Brewing | 7–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Company | Free | Test your knowledge with Trivia With Budds every Wednesday night while enjoying freshly made pizza and the perfect brew.

🧠 Trivia Night at MB2 | 7–9 PM | MB2 Entertainment | Free | Gather your friends and test your knowledge with King Trivia every Wednesday night. Enjoy laughs, challenges, and friendly competition—perfect for a fun midweek outing!

Thursday, May 8

🆕 New Events

🤝 API Business Council Connect Lunch | 12:30–2:00 PM | Holiday Inn Express, Valencia | $10 Members / $15 Non-Members | Celebrate API Heritage Month with a midday networking lunch hosted by the SCV Chamber of Commerce. Connect with local entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders as you build relationships, share ideas, and honor the achievements of Santa Clarita’s Asian and Pacific Islander business community. Advance registration recommended.

🎨 Pints & Paints at Lucky Luke | 6:00–10:00 PM | Lucky Luke Brewing, Santa Clarita | $40 + tax | Sip and get creative! On the second Thursday of each month, Color Me Mine Valencia brings the pottery fun to Lucky Luke Brewing. Your ticket includes a beer and a ceramic mug to paint—perfect for date night or a crafty night out with friends.

🎷 SNAP Sports Fundraiser | 6:30–8:30 PM | Salt Creek Grille, Valencia | Enjoy an evening of blues, bites, and big-hearted giving at this food and wine tasting event benefiting SNAP Sports. The Lowdown Knights will bring the Chicago-style blues while you sip, savor, and bid on silent auction and raffle prizes. All proceeds go toward adaptive sports programs and gear for local athletes with special needs.

🧙‍♂️ Puffs: A Hilarious Underdog Tale | 7:00–9:00 PM | Rio Norte Jr. High, Valencia | $14.18–$17.30 | What if the story of a certain wizarding school was told by the other kids—the ones just trying to get by? Rio Norte’s production of Puffs delivers laughs, chaos, and heart in this magical parody. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just along for the ride, you’ll leave rooting for the underdogs.

⚡ The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical | 7:00–9:00 PM | West Ranch High School Theater, Stevenson Ranch | $9–$11 | Demigods, sword fights, rock music, and a 10-foot minotaur—West Ranch Theatre brings Rick Riordan’s hit novel to life in this action-packed, mythical musical. With larger-than-life puppetry and plenty of laughs, it’s a high-energy adventure for all ages.

🔄 Recurring Thursday Events

🎵 Rooftop Sessions at Pocock Brewing | 6–9 PM | Pocock Brewing Public House | Free | Enjoy live music from local artists every Thursday night on the rooftop patio. Soak in the sounds and great vibes at Pocock Brewing Public House!

🎲 Bingo at Pocock Brewing | 7–9 PM | The Barrel Room SCV | Free | Test your luck with Bingo With Budds every Thursday night at the Barrel Room. Enjoy great drinks, food, and a fun-filled evening!

Local Stories

Community

🎶 Get ready to rock—Concerts in the Park is back for its 35th summer with its biggest lineup ever! Every Saturday from July 12 to August 30, Santa Clarita’s Central Park transforms into a free, open-air concert venue featuring epic tribute bands, tasty food trucks, and good vibes under the stars.

Here’s the full 2025 lineup:

• July 12 — Twist on Taylor: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

• July 19 — Far Out Boy: A Tribute to Fall Out Boy

• July 26 — Twisted Gypsy: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

• August 2 — Redneck Rodeo: Country Hits

• August 9 — Locked Out of Heaven: A Tribute to Bruno Mars

• August 16 — Always, Adele: A Tribute to Adele

• August 23 — Blonde Ambition: A Tribute to Madonna

• August 30 — The PettyBreakers: A Tribute to Tom Petty (Headliner), Dustland Fairytale: A Tribute to The Killers, and Dark Desert Highway: A Tribute to The Eagles

This year’s finale is an extended celebration with three bands in one night—because 35 years of free community concerts deserves a big birthday bash. Free music, killer covers, and the best kind of small-town summer magic.

Entertainment

✨ Looking to wow Mom before the big day? Celebrate Mother’s Day Eve with a little magic (and a lot of wine) at Le Chene French Cuisine on Saturday, May 10. This enchanting evening includes:

• A three-course gourmet dinner (hello, Roast Prime Rib 👀)

• Hand-selected wine pairings like Bokisch Albariño and Amadeo Tempranillo

• And a spellbinding magic show featuring Sharpo from the Magic Castle, plus guest magicians Darryl Charles, Charlie Mount, and Katia Lopez

It’s $130 per person (all-inclusive), and spots are limited—because magic deserves a front-row seat. 🔗 Reserve your table now before they vanish.

Business

🏡 Big things are happening in Valencia! FivePoint just shared what’s next for their massive westside development, and it’s a whole lot more than just new homes. Think solar-powered neighborhoods, miles of trails for e-bikes and golf carts, EV charging stations, and even subsidies to help homeowners go green. Over 1,500 homes have already sold (most below the county’s median price), and 300 affordable units are on the way. Bonus: they’re building rec centers, preserving open space, and planning a new library, school site, and fire station. TL;DR: it’s not just more houses, it’s an entire future-forward community, and it’s growing fast. (The Signal)

Thanks for reading today.

May your coffee be strong, your WiFi steady, and your patience as reliable as the line at In-N-Out on a Friday night.

Cheers,

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