Asbury Park Events Calendar 2026
Every festival, parade, concert and tournament on the Asbury Park calendar — with confirmed 2026 dates.
Asbury Park runs 29 annual events across the 2026 calendar, weighted toward cultural & heritage, music festivals and food & drink events. Where Music Meets the Sea. August is the busiest stretch with 10 scheduled events, and 6 of the town's events are free to attend.
The anchor event is Sea.Hear.Now Festival at North Beach & Bradley Park, held September 19-20, 2026.
Daily beach badges run $7 ($70 for the season), so budget for those on top of any ticketed event. Everything below is drawn from our Monmouth County events dataset — 29 of the 29 entries carry a confirmed 2026 calendar date.
January in Asbury Park
All January shore events →February in Asbury Park
All February shore events →March in Asbury Park
All March shore events →Asbury Park St. Patrick's Day Parade
Parade past Stone Pony and Wonder Bar celebrating Irish heritage.
Garden State Film Festival
24th annual independent film celebration in Asbury Park with screenings and panels.
April in Asbury Park
All April shore events →May in Asbury Park
All May shore events →Vegan Festival Asbury Park
Two-day plant-based food festival with 50+ vendors at Convention Hall.
June in Asbury Park
All June shore events →Jersey Pride
NJ's largest LGBTQ+ celebration with parade, entertainment, and community celebration.
North to Shore Festival
Music, comedy, and arts across Asbury Park, Newark, and Atlantic City — extended to July 19, 2026.
Asbury Park Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival
Boardwalk tasting festival with 100+ craft beers, wines, and spirits in Asbury Park.
Asbury Park Pride
Largest Jersey Shore Pride celebration with parade and boardwalk festivities.
AsburyFest
Three-day Bradley Park festival with artisan crafters, beer garden, and live music.
Asbury Park Juneteenth Festival
Free Juneteenth community festival with live music, food, vendors, and kids' activities.
July in Asbury Park
All July shore events →Shakey Graves & Dope Lemon
Shakey Graves and Dope Lemon co-headline the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage with Texino opening.
Lucy Dacus at Stone Pony Summer Stage
Lucy Dacus headlines the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage with Smidley and Ratboys supporting.
Asbury Park Lifeguard Tournament
Evening lifeguard tournament on the Asbury Park beachfront with swim, paddle and dory row events.
August in Asbury Park
All August shore events →Asbury Park National Night Out
Community night out in Springwood Park with public safety demonstrations, food and family activities.
Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors
Nineties triple bill on the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage steps from the Asbury Park boardwalk.
Dogs in a Pile at Stone Pony Summer Stage
Jersey Shore jam band Dogs in a Pile headlines the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage on the Asbury Park beachfront.
Asbury Park Summer Games
Three-day team fitness competition on the Asbury Park beach and boardwalk, with Elite, RX, Masters and Intermediate divisions.
Yacht Rock Revue at Stone Pony Summer Stage
Two-night Yacht Rock Revue stand on the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park.
The Fray & Dashboard Confessional
The Fray and Dashboard Confessional co-headline the Stone Pony Summer Stage with Colony House opening.
Dylan Scott at Stone Pony Summer Stage
Country headliner Dylan Scott plays the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage on the Asbury Park beachfront.
Chance the Rapper at Stone Pony Summer Stage
Chance the Rapper headlines the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park on a Sunday evening.
Shadow of the City featuring Bleachers
Jack Antonoff's annual one-day festival at the Stone Pony Summer Stage, headlined by Bleachers with Real Estate and Toadies.
Fetty Wap at Stone Pony Summer Stage
New Jersey rapper Fetty Wap closes out August on the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park.
September in Asbury Park
All September shore events →November in Asbury Park
All November shore events →Asbury Park Tree Lighting
Three-story tree with 40,000 lights inside Convention Hall.
Weekly summer programming in Asbury Park
These run on a repeating schedule through the season rather than on a single date.
🚗 Asbury Park Circuit
Every Thursday at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM · June 1 – September 30 · Free
Weekly vintage car cruise on Cookman Avenue with classic cars, food, and music.
🥬 Asbury Fresh Farmers Market
Every Sunday at 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM · May 1 – October 31 · Free
Asbury Park's beloved farmers and makers market. Local produce, artisan goods, prepared foods, and live music. A weekly favorite for locals and tourists alike.
Also on the Asbury Park calendar
- Stone Pony Anniversary — Early February
- Asbury Park Film Festival — March 26-29, 2026
- Spring Disco Night Market — April 17, 2026
- Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival — May 16-17, 2026
- July 4th Fireworks — July 4th
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Asbury Park events — frequently asked questions
What events are happening in Asbury Park, NJ in 2026?
Asbury Park has 29 annual events on the 2026 calendar. Confirmed dates include Light of Day WinterFest (January 14-18, 2026), Stone Pony 52nd Anniversary (February 6, 2026), Asbury Park Music Awards (February 20, 2026), Asbury Park St. Patrick's Day Parade (March 8, 2026), Garden State Film Festival (March 26-29, 2026). Full listings by month are on this page.
What is happening in Asbury Park in July and August 2026?
Peak season in Asbury Park brings 13 dated events: Shakey Graves & Dope Lemon on July 24, 2026, Lucy Dacus at Stone Pony Summer Stage on July 25, 2026, Asbury Park Lifeguard Tournament on July 27, 2026, Asbury Park National Night Out on August 4, 2026, Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors on August 6, 2026, Dogs in a Pile at Stone Pony Summer Stage on August 8, 2026, Asbury Park Summer Games on August 14-16, 2026, Yacht Rock Revue at Stone Pony Summer Stage on August 14-15, 2026.
Are there free events in Asbury Park?
Yes — 6 of Asbury Park's 29 annual events are free, including Asbury Park St. Patrick's Day Parade, Asbury Park Pride, Asbury Park Juneteenth Festival, Asbury Park Lifeguard Tournament.
What is the biggest event in Asbury Park?
Sea.Hear.Now Festival, held at North Beach & Bradley Park, is the largest event on the Asbury Park calendar, drawing around 35,000 daily people. Two days of beach music featuring Mumford & Sons, The Strokes, and 25+ artists on Asbury Park oceanfront.
Where should I stay for Asbury Park events?
Asbury Park sits in Monmouth County, and event weekends book out well ahead — especially anything falling on a summer Saturday. Hotels and vacation rentals in Asbury Park and the neighbouring Monmouth County towns are the practical options; book before the headline events fill the town.
Where to stay for Asbury Park events
Event weekends are the hardest nights of the year to book in Asbury Park. Compare hotels and vacation rentals before the calendar fills.
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