ONE805 Rock for First Responders Concert Sells Out at Granada Theatre

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – It was a night of singing, dancing, and honoring first responders as the sold-out Rock for 805 concert took place Saturday night at the Granada Theatre, drawing a massive crowd. The event was organized by the nonprofit ONE805.

A portion of the proceeds was donated to MusiCares to support musicians affected by recent wildfires. Additional funds will benefit the mental wellness of first responders in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.

"We felt it was very, very important to divide the funds between our first responders and musicians," said Kirsten Cavendish Weston-Smith, co-founder and CEO of ONE805.

During the VIP cocktail hour, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, made a surprise appearance, spending time speaking with first responders.

The event featured performances by Kenny Loggins, Macy Gray, and Hootie & the Blowfish, keeping the audience engaged throughout the night.

"Living in Santa Barbara County is a privilege, but paradise comes at a cost. Wildfires and other disasters are part of the price we must pay to live and work here," said Santa Barbara County Sheriff Bill Brown.

A special announcement was made during the show, revealing that ONE805 will collaborate with Blue Origin, an American space technology company.

A live auction featured a guitar signed by the performing artists and Prince Harry, which sold for $9,000. The winning bidder was able to move closer to the stage and head backstage to enjoy the rest of the concert.

Numerous first responders took the opportunity to set their worries aside, singing and dancing the night away.

The show ended with an encore featuring Hootie & the Blowfish alongside Toad the Wet Sprocket.