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Shelter Island, San Diego

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay

A 1,400-capacity outdoor amphitheater on the bay between Humphreys Restaurant and the Half Moon Inn — Goldenvoice-booked rock, jazz, blues, and comedy under Shelter Island sunsets.

Outdoor
All-ages
April–October
Goldenvoice

Quick facts about Humphreys Concerts by the Bay

The most common questions, answered.

What's the capacity at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay?

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay holds approximately 1,400 cap. It's a large-format room sized for festival-tier touring acts.

Is Humphreys Concerts by the Bay 21+?

No, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay is an all-ages venue. All ages are welcome. ID requirements vary by event - check the specific show listing for any age-tier sections.

Where is Humphreys Concerts by the Bay located?

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay is located at 2241 Shelter Island Dr, Shelter Island (Point Loma), San Diego, CA 92106. The venue sits in the Shelter Island neighborhood of San Diego.

What music plays at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay?

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay books Rock and Jazz, plus crossover programming year-round. Goldenvoice-programmed seasonal series: rock, jazz, comedy, blues, folk, world. Established touring stop. Presenting sponsor Valley View Casino.

When is Humphreys Concerts by the Bay open?

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay has scheduled programming on select nights. Specific hours: Seasonal — generally April through October; show-by-show.

Capacity
1,400 cap
Sound
Outdoor concert-tier
Ages
All-ages (tickets required for all, including infants; no lap-sitting)
Vibe
Bayside outdoor amphitheater

About Humphreys Concerts by the Bay

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay is a 1,400-capacity outdoor amphitheater on Shelter Island, on the water between Humphreys Restaurant and Humphreys Half Moon Inn. Open-air, intimate by amphitheater standards, seasonal April through October. Reserved seating with some GA standing-only shows.

Goldenvoice books the season; programming spans rock, jazz, blues, folk, world music, and comedy — the kind of mid-size touring acts that fill a thousand-capacity room without losing the bay view. The series is presented by Valley View Casino. Cashless venue (since October 2025), no re-entry, bag size restrictions in effect.

Established in 1982. A San Diego summer staple — recommended for the rare experience of a national tour stop where you can hear the water between songs. All-ages with tickets required for everyone including infants.

What plays here

Goldenvoice-programmed seasonal series: rock, jazz, comedy, blues, folk, world. Established touring stop. Presenting sponsor Valley View Casino.

Rock
Jazz
Blues
Folk
World
Comedy

Notable past + recent shows

Humphreys runs a April–October concert season with 30–40 shows across the run. A snapshot of the venue's character:

SEASONAL
Touring rock / jazz heritage act
Goldenvoice booking · outdoor seated
SEASONAL
Comedy headliner
Outdoor amphitheater · 7–8pm
SEASONAL
Blues / folk / world music night
Genre-spanning summer programming

Find upcoming shows at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay

Tickets and lineups update fast. These are the most reliable places to check for upcoming nights at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay:

Don't miss the next good night here.

The Signal — Weekly drops every Thursday with 5–7 picks for the SD weekend. Humphreys Concerts by the Bay usually makes the list a couple times a month.

Practical info

Address
2241 Shelter Island Dr, Shelter Island (Point Loma), San Diego, CA 92106
Phone
(619) 224-3577
Hours
Seasonal — generally April through October; show-by-show

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