Music Concerts in Los Angeles This Weekend (October 11-12, 2025)
Los Angeles offers a vibrant mix of pop, classical, and orchestral performances this weekend. Highlights include major arena shows and intimate symphonic experiences. Check Ticketmaster or Songkick for tickets, as they may sell out.
| Date | Artist/Performer | Venue | Time | Genre/Notes |
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| Sat, Oct 11 |
Lorde (Ultrasound World Tour) |
Intuit Dome, Inglewood |
8:00 PM |
Alternative pop (supporting new album Virgin) |
| Sat, Oct 11 |
ELDEN RING Symphonic Adventure |
Dolby Theatre, Hollywood |
7:00 PM |
Symphonic/orchestral (video game soundtrack tribute) |
| Sat, Oct 11 |
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt 10th Anniversary Concert |
Various theaters (e.g., via Ticketmaster listings) |
Evening (TBD) |
Orchestral/film scores (live epic soundtrack) |
| Sun, Oct 12 |
Joe Hisaishi (Studio Ghibli Live) |
Various theaters (e.g., candlelit quartet at Los Angeles Theatre) |
7:00 PM |
Classical/film scores (tributes to Spirited Away, Totoro, etc.) |
| Sun, Oct 12 |
Shawn Mendes (On the Road Again Tour) |
Intimate theaters (e.g., via Songkick) |
8:00 PM |
Pop/acoustic (intimate set from new album Shawn) |
Additional Highlights:
- Oktoberfest at Santa Anita Park (Sat-Sun): Live Bavarian folk bands with horse racing—festive outdoor vibe starting noon.
- Smaller gigs: Indie acts at The Echo or Troubadour; check Bandsintown for 20+ club shows.
For more, visit Songkick LA October 2025 or Ticketmaster LA Concerts.
Music Concerts in Orange County This Weekend (October 11-12, 2025)
Orange County's lineup features pop-punk, classical chamber music, and free outdoor symphonies. Venues like The Observatory and Segerstrom Hall are hotspots.
| Date | Artist/Performer | Venue | Time | Genre/Notes |
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| Sat, Oct 11 |
The Story So Far |
Observatory Festival Grounds, Santa Ana |
5:30 PM |
Pop-punk/rock (outdoor festival set) |
| Sat, Oct 11 |
Chamber Music Society (James Ehnes, Inon Barnatan, Jonathan Vinocour, Raphael Bell) |
Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa |
8:00 PM |
Classical/chamber (Ravel & Shostakovich program) |
| Sat, Oct 11 |
Pacific Symphony On The Go |
Los Rios Park, San Juan Capistrano |
6:00 PM |
Orchestral/classical (free family-friendly outdoor pops) |
| Sun, Oct 12 |
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Constellation Room, Santa Ana |
6:00 PM |
Electronic/indie (intimate club performance) |
| Sun, Oct 12 |
The 805 Social Club: The History of Pop |
Marina Park, Huntington Beach |
4:00 PM |
Pop tribute (free outdoor concert series) |
Additional Highlights:
- Parker + Barrow (Sat): Folk/blues at Ivan'z House at Mozambique, Laguna Beach—cozy beachside set.
- Candlelight tributes (if scheduled): Coldplay or similar at venues like the Richard Nixon Library.
Browse The Observatory OC or Pacific Symphony for updates.
Sporting Events in Los Angeles This Weekend (October 11-12, 2025)
MLB playoffs heat up with the Dodgers in the NLDS, plus college football and MLS action. Dodger Stadium buzzes for potential Game 5.
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| Sat, Oct 11 |
USC Trojans vs. Michigan Wolverines |
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum |
4:30 PM PT |
College Football (Big Ten matchup) |
| Sat, Oct 11 |
Los Angeles Galaxy vs. FC Dallas |
Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson |
7:30 PM PT |
MLS Soccer (key Western Conference game) |
| Sun, Oct 12 |
Angel City FC vs. Houston Dash |
BMO Stadium, Los Angeles |
2:00 PM PT |
NWSL Soccer (women's league showdown) |
Additional Highlights:
- Santa Anita Park Horse Racing (Sat-Sun): Daily races starting 12:30 PM in Arcadia, with Oktoberfest festivities.
- No NHL (Kings) or NBA (Lakers) games this weekend—seasons ramp up later.
Tickets via Ticketmaster Sports or team sites.
Sporting Events in Orange County This Weekend (October 11-12, 2025)
Focus on soccer and potential Ducks preseason, with family-friendly options. Angel Stadium is quiet post-season.
| Date | Event/Teams | Venue | Time | Sport/Notes |
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| Sat, Oct 11 |
Orange County SC vs. El Paso Locomotive FC |
Championship Soccer Stadium, Irvine |
7:00 PM PT |
USL Championship Soccer (home league match) |
| Sun, Oct 12 |
Anaheim Ducks Preseason Exhibition (opponent TBD, e.g., vs. San Jose Sharks affiliate) |
Honda Center, Anaheim |
5:00 PM PT |
NHL Hockey (preseason tune-up) |
Additional Highlights:
- Silverado Country Fair & Folk Festival (Sat-Sun): Includes athletic demos and folk games in Buena Park—more fun run than pro sport.
- Horse racing at nearby Los Alamitos (Fri-Sat evenings)—quarter horse action.
Check OC Sports Commission or Orange County SC for confirmations. Enjoy the action! **Please check all times and locations to insure accuracy.
Frank
