The annual One805LIVE! charity concert is returning in 2026 with an expanded two-day format and a lineup that organizers say reflects the event’s continued growth. Actor and musician Kevin Costner will perform with his band Modern West, joining previously announced artists Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, and George Thorogood for the September fundraiser.
Scheduled for September 25 and 26, the performances will again take place at Costner’s oceanfront property in Summerland, California. The event raises money for Santa Barbara County First Responders, continuing a mission launched after the devastating Montecito debris flow in 2018.
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All performers donate their time, making the concert a major charitable effort supported entirely by volunteer participation from musicians and organizers. Since its founding, One805LIVE! has focused on providing resources for emergency personnel, including funding for equipment purchases and wellness programs.
Costner has played a central role in the event’s development. A longtime Montecito resident, he hosts the gathering at his home each year and remains closely involved with the nonprofit’s activities. His band, Modern West, formed in 2007, blends country and Americana influences and has toured extensively. Their recent project, Tales From Yellowstone, features music connected to the television drama series…