Sammy Hagar & Jay Buchanan Will Headline Youth Music Foundation’s Inaugural Gala at Stage Red on 10/29

What:

Rock legends and hometown heroes Sammy Hagar and Jay Buchanan will headline the inaugural fundraising gala, presented by Earl Minnis Presents, for the newly established Stage Red Fontana Youth Music Foundation on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at Stage Red Fontana, 8463 Sierra Ave. The evening will feature live performances by Hagar and Buchanan, along with the launch of the foundation they founded in partnership with the City of Fontana to expand music education opportunities for young people. Gibson Gives has donated a Les Paul in cardinal red to raise money for the event.

This year’s inaugural honoree, Anthony Allmond, will be recognized for decades of leadership in shaping young musicians as music director at Kaiser High School. The Kaiser High School Marching Band will kick off the celebration with a spirited march down Sierra Avenue before welcoming guests to the gala.

The Stage Red Fontana Youth Music Foundation is dedicated to empowering youth through music by funding instruments, resources, and educational opportunities across the community. Each year, the foundation will honor individuals who inspire through their dedication to music and service.

When:

Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
5:45 p.m. –  Kaiser High School Marching Band to march down Sierra Avenue

6 p.m. – Cocktail Reception
7 p.m. – Dinner & Program
8 p.m. – Live Performances

Where:

Stage Red Fontana
8463 Sierra Ave.
Fontana, California

Who:

Sammy Hagar – Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Fontana native, and foundation co-founder; Jay Buchanan – Grammy-nominated frontman of Rival Sons and foundation co-founder; Mayor Acquanetta Warren – City of Fontana; Anthony Allmond – Honoree and former Kaiser High School music director

Why:

To celebrate the launch of the Stage Red Fontana Youth Music Foundation, created by Hagar and Buchanan in partnership with the City of Fontana to inspire and support young musicians.

Tickets:

Individual tickets are $500 (floor and balcony) and $350 (mezzanine).
For reservations, sponsorships, or donations, contact pburum@stageredfontana.com.

Visuals:

Interviews with and live performances by Sammy Hagar and Jay Buchanan

Kaiser High School Marching Band opening procession on Sierra Avenue

Red carpet arrivals and photo opportunities with Fontana community leaders and honorees