Sizzling Summer Nights 2008

Every Thursday in July and August
6:30 pm to 9 pm

Nighttime at the Autry National Center is just about to get a little hotter!

The Autry’s annual Sizzling Summer Nights live music and outdoor family dance party returns for an extended summer-long session filled with the scintillating sounds of mambo, son, Latin jazz, charanga, and Afro-Cuban beats.





Great date night with fantastic music in a beautiful outdoor setting. It’s a nice unique experience, unlike a stuffy night club. - Jeff Barber

This year’s line-up includes some old favorites and fresh faces:
 
July 3:
Yari Moré
 
July 10:
Susie Hansen Latin Band
 
July 17:
Francisco Aguabella and his Latin Jazz Ensemble
 
July 24:
Lucky 7
 
July 31:
Perico Hernandez y Son de la Tierra
 
August 7:
Orquesta Son Mayor
 
August 14:
Orquesta Charangoa
 
August 21:
Los Compadres
 
August 28:
Johnny Polanco y su Conjunto Amistad





I love coming to Sizzling Summer Nights every year because there’s good music, fun dancing and drinks! - Aileen Ochoa



Everyone is welcome from the youngest dance divas to veterans of the salsa scene or those just interested in a little cha cha cha. Come enjoy a night under the stars and:


  • Live music from L.A.’s hottest Latin bands
  • High-energy dancing and a separate dance floor for kids
  • Complimentary dance lessons by Trish Connery
  • Taco and drink bar serving up the best margaritas in Griffith Park (Café and bar open at 6pm)
  • Extended museum hours
  • And visit the Museum Store special markdowns, and CDs from our featured bands!

Admission is only $5, or better yet…free for Autry members! Purchase membership on-site or online and enjoy all nine Sizzling Summer Nights free!



A very special thanks to our sizzling sponsors*:
   


*Exciting program and in-kind sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Amy Whitman, Associate Director of Corporate Giving at (323) 667-2000, extension 281 or at awhitman@autrynationalcenter.org.

All Sizzling Summer Nights photos:
Ventura Imagery

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