Jersey Shore Music Festivals 2026

Annual celebration of the Jersey Shore music scene honoring local artists, venues, and industry professionals at Convention Hall.

Two-day music and surf festival on North Beach featuring 25+ bands on three stages (two in sand, one in park), pro surf competitions, and large-scale art installations. All ages.

Annual jazz festival at Sound Waves inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino showcasing top jazz performers. Evening celebration of jazz music and culture.

36th annual chamber music festival featuring world-class classical and jazz performances in intimate Victorian venues throughout Cape May.

World-class jazz performances across multiple Cape May venues. Indoor and outdoor concerts featuring renowned artists in intimate Victorian settings.

Sea.Hear.Now music and surf festival in adjacent Asbury Park draws 30,000+ attendees. Loch Arbour residents have walking access to this major two-day beachfront festival.

Annual gathering of Methodist choirs from across the region performing at the Great Auditorium. Features massed choir performances, workshops, and organ showcases celebrating 150+ years of Ocean Grove's musical heritage.

Free outdoor music festival on Bay Avenue featuring live bands, food vendors, craft beer, and waterfront views. Draws 5,000+ visitors annually.

Official start of summer season with live music at Bay Avenue bars, waterfront dining specials, and extended hours across the strip.

End-of-summer gathering at Deauville Inn with live music and special bay-view dining. Community tradition marking the close of peak season in this quiet beach town.

Northeast's largest outdoor country music festival draws 40+ top country artists to Wildwood Beach for four days of live performances and beach party atmosphere.