— and that’s exactly what you’ll find at North City LIVE, the free outdoor concert series returning to San Marcos on Saturday, September 6 from 5–9 PM.
Picture this: live music at sunset, local eats from Buona Forchetta and Maya’s Cookies, era-inspired decor, kid-friendly games, and ice cream in hand on the dance floor. It’s more than just another Saturday night — it’s a fun, free way to celebrate music, community, and a night out in North County.
For this edition of North City LIVE, local music collective Eras is performing Chic Bum Buffet, a set that blends mellow yacht rock with the sunny twang of laid-back beach country — the perfect soundtrack for sipping, swaying, and soaking up that “vacation state of mind.”
One of the best parts of North City is the lineup of restaurants and cafes just steps from the concert stage. Before you sit down to enjoy — or get to dancing at — the free live concert, you can:
Here’s how to get the full experience:
📍 Where: 250 North City Drive, San Marcos, CA
🕔 When: Saturday, September 6, 5–9 PM
🎟 Cost: Free + family-friendly
🎶 Follow for updates: @northcitysandiego
Mark your calendar, gather your crew, and let San Marcos surprise you with a night that feels equal parts concert, block party, and neighborhood hangout.
North City LIVE is keeping the energy rolling with more concerts this fall. Next up: October 25, when Eras returns with The Heartland — a showcase of classic rock, Americana, and folk.
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