DOWNTOWN’S LEGENDARY MUSIC SERIES IS BACK!
We are thrilled to return for our 36th season of curated live music in downtown San Jose.
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Friday, July 24, 2026 | 5-10pm
Freestyle Explosion:
with Stevie B
& The Cover Girls
Featuring Angel OCG, Trinere, Johnny O, George Lamond, Rockell, Seduction, and NYAISA
Get ready for an unforgettable night of freestyle as the Freestyle Explosion takes over the park with a stacked lineup of legendary artists and nonstop throwback energy.
Headlining the night is Stevie B, the undisputed King of Freestyle and one of the defining voices of the late-’80s dance explosion. His set features timeless No. 1 hits including Because I Love You (The Postman Song), alongside crowd favorites like Spring Love, Party Your Body, and I Wanna Be The One.
Also taking the stage are The Cover Girls, whose breakout hit Show Me helped launch freestyle into the mainstream. Their performance brings more dance-floor classics including Because of You, My Heart Skips a Beat, and Wishing on a Star.
Joining them is Trinere, the Miami-born Queen of Freestyle, known for signature tracks like All Night and I’ll Be All You Ever Need that helped define an era of club anthems and soulful vocals.
The lineup continues with freestyle favorites Johnny O, Seduction, Rockell, George Lamond, and Nyasia—delivering hit after hit on one outdoor stage for one massive night of classic freestyle energy.
This is a live outdoor concert experience built for true freestyle fans—high energy, unforgettable performances, and a full night of iconic music under the open sky.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the sound of freestyle, this is your chance to experience the electrifying performance of an ’80s and ’90s icon. With his smooth vocals and infectious beats, Stevie B will have the whole park dancing and singing along all night long.
Stevie B will be joined by Jaya and Shannon. Known as the “Queen of Soul” in the Philippines, Jaya has captivated audiences with hits like “Dahil Tanging Ikaw,” “Wala Na Bang Pag-ibig,” and “If You Leave Me Now.” With her exceptional vocal range, heartfelt performances and commanding stage presence, Jaya bridges classic soul influences with contemporary music.
A true icon of the freestyle movement, Shannon burst onto the scene with her smash hit “Let the Music Play,” a track that helped define the sound of ’80s dance-pop and continues to fire up dance floors today. With her distinctive voice, synth-driven beats and timeless hooks, Shannon is a pioneer of the genre and a fixture in the era’s club and radio milieu—and beyond.
Her performances are an energetic mix of high-octane rhythm and emotional flair. From the first beat to the last chorus, Shannon will have fans moving and grooving.
Stevie B., Jaya and Shannon will be supported by an all-star roster of Bay Area DJs: Hugo & Chuy Gomez, DJ Looney Tunes & DJ Cris Campos, Brotha Reese and local legend Cutso, of The Bangerz.
S. Market St. btw. W. San Carlos & W. San Fernando St.
San Jose, CA 95113
Sunday, July 26, 2026 | 5-11pm
WAR
with MALO & Los Yesterdays
CAR CLUBS, LUCHA LIBRE WRESTLERS AND, A SALUTE TO RAY RODRIGUEZ
WAR’s signature fusion of funk, soul, jazz, Latin, rock and street music is what first propelled them to prominence 55 years ago, but it was their ability to craft songs of social consciousness that further cemented their place in the modern American songbook. The immediate global impact of “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” was so profound that NASA transmitted the title track into space during the historic Apollo-Soyuz mission in 1975. Since then, WAR have continued to sing out against racism, hunger, crime and conflict, while their music has been sampled by Janet Jackson, Tupac, Beastie Boys, Method Man, Sublime, Redman, Cypress Hill, Shaggy, A$AP Mob, Scarface, The Geto Boys, De La Soul, Flo Rida, Liam Payne, Thomas Rhett and more, and covered by everyone from Willie Nelson to The Muppets, George Clinton, Phish, ZZ Top and The Isley Brothers.
With more than 50 million albums sold, 20 gold, platinum and multi-platinum records, three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame noms, a GRAMMY Hall of Fame entry, four #1 LPs, nine Top 10s and twenty Top 40 songs, WAR didn’t just define the sound of the 1970s—they became a lasting voice for creative collaboration and social change, with a mission of love and harmony that resonates now more than ever. From the prophetic message of “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” to the timeless groove of “Low Rider,” this collection captures WAR at their most innovative and socially impactful. More than just a musical milestone, Why Can’t We Be Friends? (50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition) reaffirms the album’s relevance—both as a reflection of the polarizing era that inspired it, and as a beacon of hope for our present and future.
As WAR enters its sixth decade, their influence remains undeniable. Recent honors—including their inductions/presentation of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame—further cement WAR’s status as musical and cultural giants. Meanwhile, WAR will hit the road for dozens of tour dates across the US and abroad, including a hometown, headline performance at the LA County Fair, and many more you can find at https://war.com/tour.
S. Market St. btw. W. San Carlos & W. San Fernando St.
San Jose, CA 95113
Vendor Application
Music in the Park is accepting exhibitor applications for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, July 24-26. Spots are limited to enable vendor success. Early application improves your chances of acceptance.
Food Truck Application
Music in the Park is currently accepting food truck applications for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, July 24-26. We can only accept FOOD TRUCKS with Santa Clara County Health Certificates.