THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring Los Angeles’ first responders, military, and emergency management partners.
Kings of Chaos will rock the LA Waterfront right in front of the iconic Battleship IOWA. The band features legends like:
- Sammy Hagar
- Robin Zander (Cheap Trick)
- Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple)
- Kevin Cronin (formerly of REO Speedwagon)
- Steve Stevens (Billy Idol | Top Gun Anthem)
- Orianthi (Alice Cooper | Michael Jackson)
- Matt Sorum (Guns ‘N’ Roses | Velvet Revolver | The Cult)
- Carmine Rojas (Rod Stewart | David Bowie)
- Brent Woods (Gene Simmons | Chevy Metal)
- Paul Trudeau (Billy Idol)
More special guests to be announced. And featuring event emcee: actor, comedian, US Air Force veteran BJ LANGE and an appearance by ABC News chief national correspondent Matt Gutman.
ATTENTION FIRE FIGHTERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS
Thanks to our generous partners, we have a block of seats reserved for firefighters, police officers, and other first responders, available at no cost. Each eligible first responder can bring a guest to enjoy the evening of stories from the frontlines and good old rock and roll!
To claim free tickets, responders will need to fill out the attached form by FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2025. Please note, the form is a request, not a ticket, and a mobile ticket will be issued upon confirmation.
We are considering additional requests that include immediate family members of first responders, based on availability. Priority will be given to any first responders who were on the front line of the recent LA Fires.
This event not only honors their hard work but also raises critical funds through Pacific Battleship Center, the official non-profit for the LA Disaster Recovery and Resilience Collective (LADRRC), which supports disaster recovery efforts across LA.
IMPORTANT EVENT GUIDELINES
- Rain or Shine: The event will take place rain or shine, so please plan accordingly.
- No Personal Chairs: For safety and comfort, personal chairs are not permitted in the venue.
- Outside Food & Beverage: In order to maintain the integrity of the event, outside food and alcohol are not allowed.
- Bags Subject to Search: For the safety of all attendees, all bags will be subject to search upon entry.
- Final Ticket Purchases: All ticket purchases are final. No refunds will be issued.
- Donations: All donations are non-refundable.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us provide a safe, enjoyable, and successful event for everyone!
The Rock for Responders benefit concert will be held Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Battleship IOWA Museum in San Pedro, CA. Hosted in partnership with the Port of Los Angeles and Princess Cruises, Rock for Responders will celebrate and support local firefighters, police, military, and emergency agencies, highlighting their critical roles in ensuring community resilience and recovery.
Food and beverages will be available onsite from various local-area food trucks. ABSOLUTELY NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL.
Tickets for the event will be free for first responders and distributed in advance by event organizers. Blocks of tickets will be available for sponsors and veterans, and individual tickets will be available for sale to the public.

Mail Check to:
Pacific Battleship Center
Attn: EMD Fund
250 S. Harbor Blvd.
San Pedro, CA 90731
Pacific Battleship Center presents the Rock for Responders benefit concert with Princess Cruises and Port of Los Angeles as supporting sponsors. Contact Laurie Baker at lbaker@lafleetweek.org for sponsorship opportunities and additional event information.
Pacific Battleship Center is a 501c3 non-profit with Federal Tax ID # 26-3934742 located at 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA 90731.
All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.