Entertainment
Locations listed counter-clockwise from 1st Street, down State Street, and up Main Street back to 1st Street. Final list of bands for each month subject to change. Check back a couple days before each event for the latest info.
If it rains during the event, some bands may cancel, some may play outside under a small canopy, and others may be able to play inside.
1. Draegers – 5:00-8:00pm
342 1st St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Buy some fresh food from the Draegers’ BBQ, and dance along to one of our fantastic bands!
School Of Rock Palo Alto
Our School of Rock house band, representing the best of our students, plays throughout the city at numerous street festivals, block parties, and charity events. Our students must audition to be selected for the exclusive show team, which performs a mix of great family-friendly rock songs from various eras and styles. Our set list includes songs from Michael Jackson, Joan Jett, The Beatles, The Eagles, Journey, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, Elle King, Taylor Swift, and many more.
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2. Amandine Lounge
235 1st St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Enjoy a cocktail at Amandine Lounge, or bring a small folding chair to sit a while as you enjoy one of our bands.
Analog Kid
Analog Kid is a trio that delivers a big sound and plenty of groove. We cover soul, classic rock, funk, reggae, and 90s favorites, bringing our own twists to your favorite songs. Two lead vocalists trade off and sing tight harmonies, backed up by John Jordan’s killer solos, Aidan Young’s funky bass groove’s, and Megan Thompson’s rhythms that hit deep in the pocket.
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3. At B K Collections
342 State St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Stroll on over to BK Collections to enjoy one of our local bands. Bring a folding chair if you’d like to sit a while.
Slow Down Idiot
Slow Down Idiot is the South Bay’s most Radiohead-inspired indie rock band. Their setlists feature originals and covers, with fresh harmonies, hook-y riffs, and angst.
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4. Dogma
☆First Friday Sponsor☆
149 2nd St, Los Altos, CA 94022
FIRST FRIDAY PARTY! Featuring live music, drinks, and more!
Enzo
Born in Costa Rica, Enzo made his musical debut at only five years old. Enzo has performed in 3 different languages at theaters, special events, and restaurants, and has recorded an album, “Mas que palabras”. Enzo also performs at his own concerts.
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5. At Linden Tree Books
265 State St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Have a seat and enjoy one of our bands in the cozy sitting area outside this beloved downtown book store.
Pinki Martini
“PINKI MARTINI is a newly formed band with the bones of Charline’s Angels and our new singer Pinki. We’re playing rock and pop covers from the past 50 years that everybody knows. We’re available for private parties, corporate events”
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6. INSIDE State Street Market
☆First Friday Sponsor☆
State Street Market, located in Downtown Los Altos, is a community space to connect with friends, family, and food. The hand-picked vendors include The Good Salad, Konjoe Burger, Miko’s CALiTALIA, Little Blue Door, Orenchi Ramen & Sushi, The Penny Ice Creamery, Little Sky Bakery and Murdoch’s Bar. State Street Market hosts live music inside the food hall on First Fridays.
9 South
Friends since their high school days in Cupertino, 9 South plays acoustic renditions of (mostly) rock songs from the 60’s to the 2000’s. The band consists of Walter Saleme (vocals, guitar, ukulele, trumpet, etc) and Tom Johnson (guitar, vocals, ukulele, percussion).
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7. Assistance League of Los Altos
169 State St, Los Altos, CA 94022
This beautiful plaza is a great place to enjoy some local music. Bring a folding chair if you’d like to sit a while.
Fully Funded
Fully Funded is a classic rock cover band from Los Altos that has been performing regularly at First Friday events for many years. We play classic favorites from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s. We enjoy seeing families and kids playing, dancing, and singing along to our music.
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8. At Enchante Boutique Hotel
1 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Make a dinner reservation for an exquisite meal while you enjoy the msuic.
House Band
at Enchante Boutique Hotel
1 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
House Band plays high energy dance music from the Stones, Beatles & Elton John, to Pink, Black Keys & Adele.
Tom Corn – guitar/lead vocals, Brendan DeLumpa – guitar/lead vocals, Bob Kaplan – drums, Barbara Nelson – keys/vocals, Rob Van Wandelen – bass/lead vocals.
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9. At Veterans Community Plaza
Main St &, State St, Los Altos, CA 94022
This location is sponsored this month by Tesla. Stop by during First Friday for free test rides.
Big Mike & The Hart Beats
at Veterans Community Plaza
Main St &, State St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Big Mike & The Hart Beats are a fun family band that plays Rock, Pop and Swing. They play danceable music from the 1960’s all the way to the best hits of today!
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10. At Round Robin
146 Main St Suite 1A/100A, Los Altos, CA 94022
Pour Choices
Newly formed patio band that is having fun exploring 70s and 80s rock and pop music and some Latin and new country music.
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11. At Chase Bank
199 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Rock out to one of our bands at the plaza outside Chase Bank. Limited seating is available, so consider bringing a folding chair if you’d like to sit and listen for a while.
Eurotrash
Eurotrash is a San Jose-based band playing Rock and Blues tunes from the 50s, 60s, and 70s, as well as a bit of Funk, Country, and whatever else grooves. They play concert venues, wineries, company events, and private parties.
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12. Outside Rustic Oyster House
☆First Friday Sponsor☆
295 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
A great spot to have dinner and enjoy one of our bands!
Jazz Before Midnight
Jazz Before Midnight plays swing tunes from the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s, Brazilian Bossa’s, Cool Jazz tunes and our favorites from the Great American Songbook. We’ll have your toes tapping, your body swaying, and will put a smile on your face.
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13. At Le Boulanger
301 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
This location has seating, so pull up a chair and enjoy one of our bands.
Sunday Seven
Sunday Seven was formed fifteen years ago with seven musicians on a Sunday afternoon. The band enjoys playing polkas, waltzes, oldies, and sing-alongs at venues in the South Bay Area.
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14. Inside Le Banc
366 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
Out Of Office
Out of Office rocks the best 80s, 90s, and 00s covers in the Bay. Those songs that make you feel a certain kind of way. Grab your ripped jeans, your flannel shirt, and your Doc Martens, because you’ll be on your feet dancing and singing!
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15. At The Post
☆First Friday Sponsor☆
395 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
A great spot to have dinner and enjoy one of our live bands!
The Wanderers
Every First Friday, make The Post your go-to spot for great food, tasty beverages, and live music with The Wanderers! Sonia, Russ, Jeff, and Daniel bring classic rock and pop favorites to the stage – from the ’60s through the 2000s with tight harmonies, and infectious grooves. Visit their website to see where they’ll wander next and book them for your upcoming celebrations!
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Vocal Capital
We’re four guys who share a passion for singing barbershop.
Other Activities
Line Dancing at In The Moment Dance Studio from 6:30-8:30pm.
Free Downtown art installation walking tour with Arts Los Altos at 5:00pm. Meet at Assistance League of Los Altos, 169 State Street.
Music at Rancho Shopping Center! This month enjoy music from Tebo’s Experience.