Salinas is a hub for exciting live entertainment. We've analyzed our sales data to bring you the most popular events so you can easily plan your next outing. Whether you're searching for the top concerts, must-see sporting events, or unique things to do in Salinas, you'll find it all right here.

Top Events in Salinas This Weekend

Planning your weekend? There are 68 events happening around Salinas this weekend! Here are the most popular events happening in Salinas from Thursday to Sunday. Don't miss out on the action!

Event Name	Date	Venue	Lowest Price
The Black Crowes, Whiskey Myers & Southall	Aug 20	Shoreline Amphitheatre - CA	$53
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 20	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$32
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer	Aug 21	Hammer Theatre Center	$80
Ty Myers, Brent Cobb & Benny G	Aug 21	The Fruit Yard Amphitheater	$321
Mount Westmore: Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40 & Too Short	Aug 21	SAP Center	$96
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 22	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$47
Desi Banks	Aug 22	San Jose Improv	$71
Undertale Live: The Determination Symphony	Aug 23	San Jose Civic	$197
Corazon Serrano & Manolotm	Aug 23	Meta Space 24/7 Event Center	$405
Allen Stone & The Dip	Aug 23	Mountain Winery	$108

Top 2026 Summer Events in Salinas

Summer is the perfect time for live events in Salinas! Check out this list of the top events happening from May through September.

Event Name	Date	Venue	Lowest Price
Ne-Yo & Akon	Aug 19	Shoreline Amphitheatre - CA	$111
Mount Westmore: Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40 & Too Short	Aug 21	SAP Center	$96
Muse, Portugal. The Man & The Temper Trap	Aug 27	Shoreline Amphitheatre - CA	$52
Monster Jam	Sep 5	SAP Center	$42
Monster Jam	Sep 6	SAP Center	$45
Carin Leon	Sep 18	SAP Center	$108
Godsmack, Stone Temple Pilots & Dorothy	Sep 19	Shoreline Amphitheatre - CA	$40
Motley Crue & Tesla	Sep 24	Shoreline Amphitheatre - CA	$57
Dogstar	Sep 24	Golden State Theatre	$106
San Francisco 49ers vs. Arizona Cardinals	Sep 27	Levi's Stadium	$148

Cheap Things to Do in Salinas This Weekend (Under $100)

Looking for fun in Salinas that won't break the bank? You've come to the right place. This list features the best-selling events this weekend with tickets under $100.

Event Name	Date	Venue	Lowest Price
The Black Crowes, Whiskey Myers & Southall	Aug 20	Shoreline Amphitheatre - CA	$53
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 20	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$32
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer	Aug 21	Hammer Theatre Center	$80
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 21	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$63
Mount Westmore: Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40 & Too Short	Aug 21	SAP Center	$96
Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons	Aug 21	Hammer Theatre Center	$96
Oliver Koletzki	Aug 21	Public Works	$83
Desi Banks	Aug 21	San Jose Improv	$71
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 22	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$47
Desi Banks	Aug 22	San Jose Improv	$71

Most Popular Family-Friendly Events in Salinas This Weekend

Looking for something fun for the whole family? Check out this list of top family events happening this weekend in Salinas. From children's concerts and theater to magic and circus shows, there's something for everyone!

Event Name	Date	Venue	Lowest Price
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 20	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$32
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 20	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$32
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 21	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$63
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 21	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$63
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 22	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$47
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 22	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$47
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 22	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$47
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 23	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$32
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 23	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$32
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus	Aug 23	West Wind Capitol Drive-In	$32