What's On at The Observatory, Santa Ana
Explore 96 concerts at The Observatory in Santa Ana, United States.
About The Observatory
The Observatory is a live music venue in Santa Ana. Gigvault tracks every show that has happened here — setlists, attended bands and the fans who were there. Browse the venue's full concert history, see who recently played and find friends who were at the same show.
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The Observatory on record
Gigvault documents 96 concerts at The Observatory, spanning 2015 to 2026. The busiest year on record is 2026, with 42 shows. 90 different acts have played here, and Cold Cave has come back most often (2 times).
The Observatory — Venue information
Step inside The Observatory Santa Ana and feel the pulse of Orange County's vibrant music heart. This isn't some soulless arena; it's a gritty, intimate temple where the sweat-soaked energy of rock, the hypnotic thump of electronic, and the raw poetry of hip-hop converge. Expect to be shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow devotees, each note vibrating through the floor and straight into your core, creating a connection that goes beyond just listening. From legendary indie acts to up-and-coming local heroes, The Observatory consistently delivers visceral, unforgettable performances that define the OC sound. It's more than a venue; it's a vital cultural anchor, a beacon for anyone seeking authentic live music in Southern California.
Recent bands at The Observatory
Concerts at The Observatory
Concerts at The Observatory by month
When The Observatory was busiest, and who was on stage.
- September 2026 — 5 concerts: Dead Kennedys, Public Image Ltd, Screeching Weasel, The Dandy Warhols, The Charlatans
- August 2026 — 6 concerts: Little Stranger, Red Fang, The Sword, Wishy, Beach Bunny, slayr
- June 2026 — 4 concerts: Death Angel, Toadies, Tigers Jaw, Allah-Las
- May 2026 — 7 concerts: underscores, Matt Maeson, Magic Sword, Mercury Rev, The Afghan Whigs, Yebba
- April 2026 — 3 concerts: Gary Numan, Orbit Culture, Lexa Gates
- March 2026 — 3 concerts: Boyce Avenue, cupcakKe, Neko Case
- February 2026 — 3 concerts: I Promised the World, Cold Cave, Evening Elephants
- January 2026 — 8 concerts: Tropical Fuck Storm, Living Colour, John 5, Green Day, Blu DeTiger, Scott Mulvahill
- December 2025 — 7 concerts: The Academy Is…, The Dillinger Escape Plan, OsamaSon
- November 2025 — 5 concerts: underscores, Danny Brown, The Expendables, Set It Off, Despised Icon
- October 2025 — 6 concerts: POiSON GiRL FRiEND, Miss May I, Blessthefall, Texas Is the Reason, Kula Shaker, The Dandy Warhols
- July 2025 — 2 concerts: Saosin, Sweet Pill
- June 2025 — 5 concerts: Spacehog, Ecce Shnak, EMF, Buddha Trixie, Screeching Weasel
- March 2025 — 3 concerts: Signs of the Swarm, Russian Circles, Darkest Hour
- January 2025 — 2 concerts: John 5, Tool
- October 2024 — 2 concerts: MisterWives, Icon for Hire
- September 2024 — 2 concerts: Pearl & The Oysters, Cold Cave
- February 2024 — 3 concerts: The Hotelier, Tigercub, Porno for Pyros
Concerts at The Observatory with setlists
The most recent shows here for which Gigvault holds a full song list.
- Dead Kennedys — 2026-09-09, 16 songs played
- Public Image Ltd — 2026-09-08, 12 songs played
- Screeching Weasel — 2026-09-04, 28 songs played
- The Dandy Warhols — 2026-09-03, 8 songs played
- The Charlatans — 2026-09-03, 18 songs played
- Little Stranger — 2026-08-21, 17 songs played
- Red Fang — 2026-08-16, 15 songs played
- The Sword — 2026-08-16, 14 songs played
- Wishy — 2026-08-08, 3 songs played
- Beach Bunny — 2026-08-08, 20 songs played
Track your The Observatory shows
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Frequently asked questions
What concerts are coming up at The Observatory?
All upcoming shows at The Observatory in Santa Ana, United States are listed live at the top of this page – including tour dates, headliners and support acts.
Who has played at The Observatory?
The full concert history of The Observatory – from setlists to past headliners – is in the "Past Shows" section. Setlists are pulled automatically from setlist.fm and the Gigvault community.
How do I track which shows I've been to at The Observatory?
Create a free Gigvault account and mark shows at The Observatory as attended. Your venue history flows into your Concert Wrapped and stats automatically.
Where do I find the setlist of my show at The Observatory?
Open the past show in question – you'll see the full setlist, the date and other fans who were at the same concert at The Observatory.
Is Gigvault free for The Observatory?
Yes. Tracking shows, saving setlists and building your The Observatory concert history is 100% free – no subscription, no ads.