Music Under the Stars Fundraising Concert Series
Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series is a fundraising concert series in support of preservation and sustainability of Mission San Juan Capistrano, historic California landmark #200 and museum. Music Under the Stars features a top-notch tribute band lineup, celebrating a variety of timeless and nostalgic classics in popular music at the beautiful and historic setting of the Mission.
2026 Band Lineup

Saturday
June 27, 2026
Super Diamond
The Neil Diamond Tribute
OPEN SEATING
SOLD OUT!
TABLES STILL AVAILABLE!

Saturday
July 11, 2026
The Long Run: Experience the Eagles Music
with Fortunate Son: Greatest CCR Tribute
TABLES SOLD OUT!
OPEN SEATING SOLD OUT!

Saturday
July 25, 2026
Concert Series Final
Disco Inferno:
Ultimate Disco Cover Band
Ticket Information, Seating Map & Pricing

SEASON TABLE PACKAGES
SEASON TABLE RENEWALS:
Wednesday, February 4 at 10AM through Sunday, February 8
Season table holders from 2025 may renew their season table package online or on the phone beginning at 10AM on February 4, 2026.
Eligible season table holders will receive a renewal packet in the mail in early January.
SEASON TABLE RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS:
Philanthropy Quads (A&B) – $250 Supporting Plus Membership Required
C Quad, Corral & Corridors – $150 Supporting Membership Required
Membership must be active in the through the month of February to be eligible for renewal.
NEW SEASON TABLE PACKAGES ON SALE TO MEMBERS:
Wednesday, February 11 at 10AM – ONLINE ONLY
Members may purchase a NEW season table package by going online on Wednesday, February 11 at 10AM.
NEW SEASON TABLE REQUIREMENTS:
You must have an active Mission Membership at a $150 Supporting Level or Above.
Season Table purchase requires purchase of the same table for all three concerts.
CHANGES TO SEASON TABLE LOCATIONS:
Changes and upgrades will not be available for season table holders. If a member would like to relocate or upgrade their table. They must relinquish the 2025 season table by skipping the renewal period and select a new table on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. If a member relinquishes a table in hopes of changing location, a table is not guaranteed. The table relinquished will become available to other members for purchase on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
INDIVIDUAL TABLES
Individual Tables On Sale: Wednesday, February 18 at 10AM
Members may purchase individual reserved tables for each concert. Available for purchase ONLINE ONLY. Tables in the D Quad are sold as individual tables only.
OPEN SEATING TICKETS (GENERAL ADMISSION)
OPEN SEATING TICKETS: Wednesday, February 25 at 10AM – ONLINE ONLY
Must have an active membership (any level) at the time of purchase. Can purchase tickets to any or all concerts. Tickets are $75 each.
PIBLIC TICKET SALES
Any tables and open seating tickets will be made available for purchase to the public on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10AM – ONLINE ONLY.
See the seating map above for public pricing.
TICKET POLICIES
TICKET SALES FINAL
Ticket sales are final. It requires immense effort and administration to process ticket orders for this fundraising series for Mission San Juan Capistrano. We are unable to accommodate refunds or exchanges. Thank you for your understanding
Event Information
Concerts are held on Saturday evenings throughout the summer. Mission entrance gates open at 5:15 p.m.; Music begins at 6:15 p.m. and ends at 9:15 p.m.
The best way to stay up to date with Music Under the Stars is to become a Mission Member. You’ll receive all the latest information as the lineup is announced and tickets go on sale. Members receive discounted rates on concert tickets and advance purchase benefits. Become a Member today!

PLEASE NOTE: Mission Preservation Society Membership supports the preservation of the historic Mission and grants access to special on sale dates for concert tickets. However, the availability of tables and tickets is not guaranteed. Tickets are limited and will sell out! Purchase early!
Table Sizes
Table for 10: 60” round
Table for 6: 48” round
Table for 4: 36” round
Entrances • Will Call • ETickets
Please take note there are THREE gates to enter the Mission on concert evenings.
Gate House – Main entrance to the Mission on Old Mission Road.
Group Entrance – Corner of Old Mission Road and Camino Capistrano
East Gate – On El Camino Real (the longest line forms here; visit another entrance for quick entry)
PLEASE NOTE: For the safety of our guests, the West Gate on Camino Capistrano (across from Ciao Pasta) will NOT be open as an entrance or exit on concert evenings. Guests may enter and exit instead through the nearest entrance, located at the front of the Mission. Due to the historic nature of the site, please watch your step upon entry, exit and throughout the evening.
ETICKETS: When you purchase open seating tickets online, please be sure to print and bring your tickets with you to the concert. Your etickets can be found in your confirmation email sent after your ticket purchase was completed (allow up to 24 hours for the confirmation email). If you purchased reserved tables or open seating tickets to multiple Music Under the Stars Concerts you will receive one email containing a link per concert to download and print your tickets.
Ticket Policies
TICKET SALES FINAL
Ticket sales are final. Mission San Juan Capistrano is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. It requires immense effort and administration to process ticket orders. We are unable to accommodate refunds or exchanges. Thank you for your understanding.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO USE YOUR TICKETS
1) Find someone you know to use and enjoy your tickets – a friend, neighbor or colleague. Sorry, we are unable to maintain a waiting list.
2) Donate your tickets to a charitable organization or fundraising event;
3) Donate your reserved table tickets back to Mission San Juan Capistrano. It will be used for fundraising purposes to support the historic Mission and you may receive a donation receipt to present to your tax preparer. Please donate your table back at least ONE week prior to the event date to allow sufficient time for proper arrangements to be made for use of the table.
EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY
Should there be conditions related to weather, rain, emergency or other conditions beyond control of Mission staff that should necessitate cancellation of the event, tickets will not be refunded. Please consider the cost of your tickets a charitable donation in support of Mission San Juan Capistrano, historic California landmark #200 and 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization #95-1904079.
Food and Drinks
Personal picnics are encouraged at Music Under the Stars. There are no dinner vendors on-site for the concerts, so bring everything you need for dining together. Music Under the Stars will feature only a coffee/dessert vendor onsite at each concert.

Sundried Tomato Bistro: Music Under the Stars Menu Click Here

Tavern at the Mission
26860 Old Mission Road
(directly across the street from The Mission)
‘Walk directly across the street and show your ticket after the concert and receive one shared complimentary dessert per table either our Bananageddon Sundae or our Hot Belgian Chocolate Souffle baked to order.
Please always plan for a safe ride home. Use Uber or Lyft from your smartphone or call California Yellow Cab at (949) 444-4444.
Music Under the Stars ends at 9:30 p.m. Shop, dine, stay and discover all that our historic downtown has to offer.
Safety and Prohibited Items
For the health and comfort of our guests, smoking and vaping are PROHIBITED on the Mission grounds. Thank you for your cooperation.
Safety Reminders: Please be safe attending Music Under the Stars.
• Due to the historic nature of the site, please be mindful and watch your step.
• Please no alcoholic drinks on the dance floors.
• Due to crowded conditions on the dance floors, please no children under the age of 14.
• Always plan for a safe ride home. Call for a cab or use Uber or Lyft to get to and from the concert.
Prohibited Items:

For the safety and comfort of our guests, please note the prohibited items. Decor, centerpieces, and equipment are subject to the evaluation of the Mission’s Safety Committee and the Mission reserves the right to ask for the removal of those items deemed to be unsafe or interruptive to our guest experience. Please note: Open flame is prohibited to preserve the safety and integrity of our historic site.
2026 Sponsors
We are grateful to our generous Music Under the Stars Sponsors who invest their support and goodwill at Mission San Juan Capistrano, Historic California Landmark #200 and Museum.
We invite you to renew your sponsorship or become a new sponsor for the 2025 season. Sponsorship of Music Under the Stars helps support the preservation and sustainability of the historic Mission while providing valuable benefits and opportunities for exposure for your business. Each concert hosts a sold-out audience of 1,500 guests, and sponsors receive recognition all year long on the Mission website.
To become a sponsor, call (949) 234-1316 for more information and to receive a Sponsorship Opportunities Packet. The sooner your sponsorship is received, the sooner you will begin receiving the benefits of sponsorship. Submit your sponsorship to ensure inclusion in first exposure opportunities in January and early priority for reserved tables. We look forward to partnering with you!
Thank you to our 2026 Music Under the Stars Sponsors for their Generous Support

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Thank You to Our 2025 Event Partners for Their Generous Gift-In-Kind Support
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club
Brewery X
Buy My Bikes
Camp Bow Wow San Clemente
Capital Genealogy
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching
El Adobe de Capistrano
Goldscheider of Vienna
gorjana
Grove of Anaheim
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
Immaculate Waters
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano
In-N-Out Burger
Irvine Park Railroad
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Jellycat Inc.
K1 Speed
La Vita Salon & Spa
Laguna Art Museum
Luciana’s Ristorante
Lugano
Metropolitan Theatres
Mission Fine Art Gallery
Musical Theatre West
Newport Harbor Boat Rentals
Newport Landing
Ocean Institute
Ortega Equestrian Center
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Paper Annex
Petersen Automotive Museum
Pretend City Children’s Museum
Quilling Card
Red and White Kitchen Company
Ricardo’s Place
Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
River Street Ranch
San Juan Capistrano Historical Society
Santa Ana Zoo
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Margarita Water District
Splendid Iris
Stickers Northwest
Studio Pilates San Juan Capistrano
Studio Vertu
The Broad
The Children’s Museum at La Habra
The Ecology Center
The Greek Theatre
The Huntington
The Laguna Playhouse
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
The Massage Associates
The Orange County Zoo
Tudaloo
USS Midway Museum
Voluspa
Wheel Fun Rentals at Irvine Park
Wilson Creek Winery
Underwriting and Sponsorships
Underwriting and sponsorships available for all events, for more information please contact Stephanie Montes de Oca, Events Director at (949) 234-1316 or by emailing smontesdeoca@missionsjc.com.
Mission San Juan Capistrano Policy on Amplified Sound
Mission San Juan Capistrano, California Landmark #200, is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Special events held on the historic Mission grounds are limited and help to raise funds for historic preservation of the Mission. In order to serve as a good neighbor to the San Juan Capistrano community and protect the well-being and experience of event guests, Mission San Juan Capistrano maintains a limit for sound amplification of 90 decibels inside the Mission grounds. Decibel measurement is in effect for each event held at Mission San Juan Capistrano to carefully monitor sound levels. Ninety-eight percent of events and sound amplification end by 10:00 p.m. with two percent of specially-approved events ending by 11:00 p.m. Any concerns should be directed to Executive Director,
Mechelle Lawrence Adams, at mlawrence-adams@missionsjc.com.
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