Live on the Lawn at Fashion Island

Saturday, June 13, 2026
4:00 PM 7:00 PM

Fashion Island 401 Newport Center Drive Newport Beach, California, 92660 United States (map)

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This summer for six magical nights, Fashion Island, Newport Beach's premier retail and lifestyle destination, is once again welcoming back music lovers to the Neiman Marcus – Bloomingdale’s Lawn for “Live on the Lawn” – a luxe outdoor music series. In collaboration with ETA Presents, every Saturday from June 13 through August 1, this sunset residency will feature sonic-bending jazz sessions presented by a diverse lineup of Los Angeles' acclaimed and Grammy-lauded musicians who have accompanied prolific talents including Aloe Blacc, Jason Mraz, Red Hot Chili Peppers, John Legend, and Kendrick Lamar.

2026 Live on the Lawn Lineup:

June 13: A Tribute to Dr. Lonnie Smith
- Renowned organist Wil Blades honors the legendary Dr. Lonnie Smith, alongside era-defining guitarist Jeff Parker, who has recently toured with Flea from the Red-Hot Chili Peppers and percussionist John Davis.
June 20: Danny Janklow + Elevation Band
- Led by Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Danny Janklow, the Elevation Band features John Davis on drums and Cooper Appelt on bass, together blending funk and jazz while moving naturally across genres.
June 27: Millstone Reverie with Adam Levy and Molly Miller
- Two jazz guitar forces unite for a unique blend of Americana with the sounds of modern jazz. Molly Miller lends her talents as principal guitarist in Jason Mraz’s touring and recording band, and Adam Levy has performed on legendary records such as Tracy Chapman’s “Give Me One Reason.”
July 18: Alex Schwarz Trio
- Bassist Alex Schwarz leads a trio of the LA scene’s most compelling innovators with Horace Bray on electric guitar and Anthony Fung on drums. As a collective they create original compositions and sharp, modern jazz improvisation.
July 25: A Tribute to James Williams
- Drawing on deep ties to the New York jazz scene, drummer Shawn Baltazor leads an all-star quintet of Sam Brash on piano, Jameel Robers on saxophone, and Brad Williams on electric guitar, celebrating the musical legacy of American jazz pianist James Williams.
August 1: Daniel Rotem Quintent
- Saxophonist Daniel Rotem leads a quintet of Kellen Harrison on bass, Nicole McCabe on saxophone, Juliet Knowles on trumpet, Jonathan Richards on bass and Jonathon Pinson on drums to highlight classic jazz standards and original works.