Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce

An Evening with Chris Pinnella & 15-Piece Orchestra
2023-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Tim McLoone’s Supper Club, 1200 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, 07712
An Evening with Chris Pinnella & 15-Piece Orchestra
Join powerhouse vocalist & NJ native Chris Pinnella (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) for the debut of an all-new night of chart-topping hits and classics reimagined featuring Pinnella’s stellar 15-Piece Orchestra.
Part rock band, part symphony orchestra, the group will play through all new arrangements, reimagined. With a set list spanning decades by iconic artists ranging from The Beatles, Neil Young, Guns n’ Roses, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and The Righteous Brothers to contemporary songwriters like Ray Lamontagne, James Bay, Ben Rector, Cody Fry, Brandi Carlile and more.
“Pinnella possesses a soaring rich voice that just leaves you speechless. With his amazing orchestra he takes each song into majestic territory.” (New York Times)
USA Today says, “Pinnella has managed to unify a diverse catalogue of music and beautifully make it his own.” and Tri-City News says the show is “Genre bending. Pinnella has the pipes to deliver the sincerity of each lyric in all its glory.”
Grab your tickets in advance for this one night only evening of epic proportions, exclusively at Tim McLoone’s Supper Club. VIP+ packages are available and include a signed poster by the full orchestra.

oso oso
2023-06-15 19:00 - 21:30 | House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
Nothing goes quite like you plan it, and the same could be said for oso oso’s fourth full-length, “sore thumb”. The album is an unexpected and unintentional return-to-form; a capsule of early 2021 when oso’s Jade Lilitri (he/him; vocals/guitar/bass/drums) and his late cousin Tavish Maloney (he/him) holed themselves up at producer Billy Mannino’s (Bigger Better Sun) Two Worlds Recordings. For a solid month, the three of them practically lived at the studio, crafting this entire album together in between nerf gun fights and psychedelic trips. The idea was to spend that month writing and demoing, then take a month off to decide where and who to work with to bring it to life––but everything happens for a reason.
Less than a month later, when Tavish suddenly passed away, Jade knew immediately that he was not going to be touching these songs. Almost nothing has changed since; aside from a brilliant mix by Mike Sappone, “sore thumb” was nearly complete the day the two cousins left the studio.
Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/oso-oso-house-of-independents-tickets/13157468?pl=hoi

Dentist w/Little Hag & Low Light
2023-06-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Wonder Bar, 1213 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, 07712
Dentist. Little Hag. Low Light. These three awesome indie bands have been burning up stages around Asbury Park, and now they’re coming together on one bill as part of the North2Shore festival.
Dentist is an indie surf rock-pop trio whose sound combines vibey California surf punk with fuzzy garage rock.
Little Hag is the rare combo of songwriting talent and rockstar presence. She was named one of 8 New Jersey musicians you need to know by the Asbury Park Press in 2018 and 2022, and her brazen in-your-face rock is as Jersey as it gets.
Low Light is an off-pop genre-mashing indie band best described as ‘roadhouse chic,’ showcasing a signature cinematic sound that balances vintage and modern production.

Similar Kind with Loveseat Pete
2023-06-15 19:00 - 21:30 | The Basement at Bond St. Bar, 639 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park, 07712
Similar Kind is an indie pop band from Norwalk, CT. It originated as just a few friends jamming in a garage and has blossomed into a five-piece band playing shows all over the northeast. Similar Kind has played with acts such as Sunflower Bean, Bad Bad Hats, Hot Flash Heat Wave, No Vacation & more. You just can’t help but have a smile on your face when you’re listening to Similar Kind.

North To Shore Festival (8 Events)
2023-06-16
The North 2 Shore Festival is presenting eight events on June 16. Some are free, and some are ticketed events with varied pricing. To view all of them please visit the link below to the N2S calendar. The NorthToShore calendar shows more than 50 events that feature artists and other groups who were selected via a grant application process designed to help fund and stage their events. Dozens of these events are free to the public and we encourage everyone to take part in whatever festivities match their personal interests. The North To Shore Festival encompasses events held in Atlantic City, Asbury Park and Newark, NJ.

Suminagashi (Japanese Water Marbling)
2023-06-16 15:00 - 21:00 | Over the Moon Art Studios, 808 Springwood Ave., Asbury Park
Looking for a unique art experience that’s both fun and educational? Join us at Over the Moon Art Studios for our Suminagashi Japanese Water Marbling Art Class. Our 1.5-hour sessions will run throughout the day from 3pm to 9pm, so you can easily fit in a class between festival activities. This family-friendly event is open to all ages, but the project is best suited for older children and adults. Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and beverages to enjoy while you create.

The Fake Pockets | The Extensions | Foes of Fern
2023-06-16 17:30 - 19:00 | The Asbury Hotel, 210 5th Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
Not one, not two, but THREE top local indie bands are sharing a bill and a release date for their latest albums. Head over to the Baronet Rooftop of the Asbury Hotel, because you’re invited! Presented by Mint 400 and Telegraph Hill Records, come hear the latest from Fake Pockets, The Extensions and The Foes of Fern.
Foes of Fern are a troupe of eclectic musicians creating non-stop fun with gritty gracefulness. Their live shows are the kind of good time you can see coming from a mile away.
Named one of the “31 New Jersey Bands You Need to Hear in 2020” by NJ.com, The Extensions have been winning fans all over with their dynamic live shows.
Fake Pockets is an indie rock group that blends power pop and 90s alternative, creating songs that are uniquely nostalgic, with upbeat melodies juxtaposed by earnest, lovesick songwriting.
Sandy Froonjian hosts.

Vintage Turf Club Show
2023-06-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Turf Club, 1200 Springwood Ave., Asbury Park, 07712
The Asbury Park African-American Music Project is pleased to announce that the Dorian Parreott Jazz Quintet will join us for the Vintage Turf Club Show: A Celebration of Springwood Ave. with Live Music at the Turf.
Extraordinary musician, educator, mentor and instrument repair expert, Mr. Dorian Parreott is a man of many talents and an Asbury Park music legend. Born and raised in Asbury Park, Dorian began singing in the children’s choir. He started the CuBops and played in talent shows, the Apollo Theater and auditioned on the Ted Mack Show. While playing with the CuBops, he started to move towards the saxophone as his main instrument. He attended North Carolina Central and majored in music. While in North Carolina, Parreott played in a band that performed around North Carolina. After returning to New Jersey, Parreott worked in instrument repair and taught music at Asbury Park High School for 23 years before becoming a professor at Kean University. Dorian is President of Local 399 American Federation of Musicians and served as president of the New Jersey Music Teachers’ Association. Dorian performs all over the Jersey Shore Region.
The Dorian Parreott Jazz Quintet:
Dorian Parreott – Sax and Vocal
Mark Cohn – Keyboard
Jimmy Givens – Drummer
Fred King- Trumpet
Bob Pilcher- Guitar
*In the event of inclement weather, this event will be held at the Asbury Park Public Library.

Demi Lovato
2023-06-16 18:00 - 20:30 | The Stone Pony Summer Stage, 913 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, 07702, United States
Demi Lovato is a GRAMMY-nominated and award-winning musician, actor, advocate and New York Times best-selling author. She was first known for her onscreen talents, and soon after became a musical phenomenon for her remarkable vocal ability. With an audience of over 215 million on social media, Demi has established herself as a global sensation.
With nearly 30 billion streams earned worldwide, Demi has captivated audiences with her renowned powerhouse vocals and illustrious songwriting. From the resilient ballad “Skyscraper,” to the unapologetic earworm “Sorry Not Sorry” and her enduring queer anthem “Cool for the Summer,” Demi’s discography showcases her musicality knows no bounds, with a genre- blending approach that has infused pop, R&B, rock, soul and more. Through several sold-out tours, Demi has brought her undeniable stage presence to venues across the globe, while live performances such as her rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the Super Bowl LIV and the powerful debut of her single “Anyone” at the 62nd GRAMMY Awards have garnered universal acclaim.
Demi has released eight studio albums, all of which debuted in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 and four which boast over one billion streams on Spotify. Her most recent album, HOLY FVCK, is a sonic journey grounded in Demi’s rock and pop-punk roots that illustrates an earnest yet tongue-in-cheek retrospective of her life experiences and opened to widespread acclaim from both critics and fans. The album was hailed as “the best we’ve heard from Lovato to date” (Variety) and was described as “fiery album filled with passion, thoughtful reflection, and a dash of good ol’ fashioned rage” (Vogue), with Demi receiving praise as a vocal “powerhouse” (Pitchfork). HOLY FVCK debuted at #1 on several Billboard charts including the Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart, the Top Rock Albums chart, and the Top Alternative Albums chart. The album also marked Demi’s eighth consecutive Top 10 album on the Billboard 200 and landed in the Top 5 of the Top Album Sales chart. The single “29” resonated with listeners worldwide and was deemed “the best song on the album” (TIME), with critics commending Demi’s emotional delivery that reflects a “new, clear-eyed perspective” (Recording Academy).
Demi has been lauded by fans and peers alike for her authenticity and vulnerability, demonstrating her transformative growth across two celebrated documentaries, 2017’s Simply Complicated and 2021’s Dancing with the Devil. As an advocate, Demi serves as Global Citizen’s official ambassador for mental health, with a special focus on vulnerable communities around the world.
Lovato has been honored with numerous awards and accolades over her career, including an MTV Video Music Award, 14 Teen Choice Awards, five People’s Choice Awards, an ALMA Award, a Latin American Music Award and a GLAAD Vanguard Award for her services to LGBTQ+ activism. She has also received two GRAMMY Award nominations, four Billboard Music Awards nominations and three Brit Award nominations for her work.
A native of Dallas, Demi resides in Los Angeles.

Summer Solstice Kirtan at Yoga with Love
2023-06-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Yoga With Love, 417 Euclid Ave, Loch Arbour, NJ, 07711, United States
We joyfully welcome back – That Kirtan Band !
As we join together for the official beginning of summer with a Kirtan to celebrate the Summer Solstice, which arrives on Wednesday, June 21st this year. Fee $25
That Kirtan Band are four yogis who love the devotional practice of Bhakti yoga and delight in sharing the experience with others through the chanting of kirtan. Kirtan is a call and response-style group singing experience that opens the heart and mind using mantras/chanting to invoke our highest selves. Any and all are welcome to participate or simply just enjoy.
*Registration is required

Brick + Mortar
2023-06-16 19:00 | House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
House of Independents presents Pop group Brick + Mortar

Brick + Mortar
2023-06-16 19:00 - 21:30 | House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
Brick + Mortar is a quirky and fun indie rock group from NJ that’s been steadily building a name as one of the strongest live acts to come out of the state. B+M’s musical style is best described as indie rock meets electronic rock, drum + bass and alternative rock combined with brilliant songwriting and master musicianship.
Known for high-energy shows, they performed at such popular festivals as Lollapalooza and Sea.Hear.Now. They’ve also made inroads in film and TV world – their remixed cover of Jimi Hendrix’s “Voodoo Child” was used in the trailer for Hitman: Agent 47 and their single “Train” was used in the trailer for the TV series Elementary. Also included in the evening’s lineup are the bands Pollyanna and Jhariah. Catch these bands live!
Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/brick-mortar-house-of-independents-tickets/12937425?pl=hoi

Bonfires on the Beach
2023-06-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Asbury Park Boardwalk & Beach
Bonfires are back! The fires will burn…
Every Friday at 7 pm in May + June
Every Wednesday at 8 pm in July + August
Every Friday at 7 pm in September
Bonfires will be located at different beach locations along the boardwalk each week.
Please follow our social media channels for location updates and cancellations.
May
Fridays at 7:00 pm
May 19th @ 5th Avenue
May 26th @ Sunset Avenue (North of Convention Hall)
June
Fridays at 7:00 pm
June 2nd @ 5th Avenue
June 9th @ Sunset Avenue
June 16th @ 5th Avenue
June 23rd @ 3rd Avenue
June 30th @ Sunset Avenue

JUNEteenth Concerts: Dr. K's Motown Revue
2023-06-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, 07756
An evening of favorite Motown hits from the Supremes and Marvin Gaye to Junior Walker, Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight and Mary Wells.
All Juneteenth performances are presented by JSAC and TCT Artists Exchange. Doors open at 6:00pm and tickets are non-refundable except in the event of a cancellation. Please check our website and social media for event and program updates.

Nicole Atkins
2023-06-16 20:00 - 22:30 | Wonder Bar, 1213 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, 07712
If you ever wondered what it would sound like if classic Broadway merged with 70s punk rock, 60s psychedelia, 50s crooner + plenty of soul, seek out Nicole Atkins. This Shore native has been steadily building a reputation as an artist of unparalleled style and attitude. With a bold voice that cuts through in her intricately crafted and lyrically rich songs, she feels like a throwback while remaining not just current, but even ahead of the curve musically. American Songwriter called her 2020 album, Italian Ice, one of the finest albums of the year, and her follow-up release, Memphis Ice (an acoustic version of Italian Ice) puts her solidly in the category of ‘can’t-miss’ artists.

North To Shore Festival (13 Events)
2023-06-17
The North 2 Shore Festival is presenting 13 events on June 17. Some are free, and some are ticketed events with varied pricing. To view all of them please visit the link below to the N2S calendar. The NorthToShore calendar shows more than 50 events that feature artists and other groups who were selected via a grant application process designed to help fund and stage their events. Dozens of these events are free to the public and we encourage everyone to take part in whatever festivities match their personal interests. The North To Shore Festival encompasses events held in Atlantic City, Asbury Park and Newark, NJ.

Asbury Park Bazaar
2023-06-17 11:00 - 18:00 | The Grand Arcade of Asbury Park Convention Hall
Don’t miss this pop-up celebration of makers, music & art in Asbury Park! Enjoy shopping at a curated market of local designers, artists, vendors, and small businesses in a beautiful historic setting by the sea. Featuring provisions and entertainment at Seahorse, Asbury Oyster Bar, and Beach Bar. www.asburyparkbazaar.com/north-to-shore-pop-up/.

ASBURY PARK/NEPTUNE JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION!
2023-06-17 13:00 - 17:00 | Springwood Park, 126 Atkins Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
MUSIC, ACTIVITIES, FOOD, PERFORMANCES, VENDORS & MORE!
CONTACT EMAIL: APJUNETEENTHDAY@GMAIL.COM

Symposium of Supervillainy
2023-06-17 17:00 | The Basement at Bond St. Bar, 639 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park, 07712
Supervillainy is headed to Asbury Park. Prepare yourself for an immersive musical theater performance like no other with the Symposium of Supervillainy, featuring live music by Johnny Neutrino and The Order of the Crawling Hand and other curated bands and performers. Inspired by cartoon supervillainy, this interactive event celebrates individuality, diversity, and artistic expression with music, art and performance. It offers something for everyone, from live music, comedy, and variety entertainers to a supervillain costume contest and a scavenger hunt around Asbury Park. Johnny Neutrino is a multidisciplinary artist and the world’s greatest rock & roll supervillain. Focusing on cartooning, music, painting, animation and digital art, his work explores the roles of comics, rock & roll and professional wrestling and their interplay with counterculture, personal ethos and identity in postmodernity. With 30+ years of experience, he knows how to put on a good (and truly unique) show. Looks like there’s a new devil in town…

The Haunting
2023-06-17 17:00 | House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
House of Independents presents alternative group The Haunting

Old School Dance Party
2023-06-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Springwood Park, 126 Atkins Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
A throwback dance party in the park featuring DJ Gregg Bouie of Bouie Brothers Disco flashing back to their DJ days at the Turf Club. Put on your Solid Gold records and practice your moves, because there’s a smoking hot dance party headed your way! You’re invited to the Old School Dance Party; show us what you got!
Asbury Park African-American Music Project is dedicated to sharing the music, cultural heritage and stories of Springwood Avenue through oral histories, research, writing, and programs. View the Turf Club Photography Collection at the Asbury Park Library and learn about the legendary spaces along Springwood Avenue that helped turn Asbury Park into Music City, NJ.
Presented by AP-AMP.

The B-52s
2023-06-17 18:00 - 20:30 | The Stone Pony Summer Stage, 913 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, 07702, United States
Are you ready to party with the World’s Greatest Party Band? The B-52s, those proud purveyors of love and unity through music, are coming to the Summerstage. The band made a name for itself through high-energy shows and uber catchy songs like multiplatinum hits “Love Shack” and “Roam.” A musical act synonymous with a good time, the B-52s bring the party wherever they go. Warm up your vocal cords and get ready to sing and shimmy along with the B-52s.
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/

“Ladies to the Front”: An All Women Art Exhibition and Celebration at Parlor Gallery
2023-06-17 18:00 - 22:00 | parlor gallery, 717 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, 07712
A group art exhibition featuring an amazing gathering of female artists is set to take place at Parlor Gallery from June 17th to August 1st, 2023, with the opening night reception scheduled for Saturday, June 17th from 6-10pm. This special exhibition will take place during the North to Shore Festival; an art, music, comedy, film, and technology festival hosted by three New Jersey cities: Atlantic City, Asbury Park, and Newark.
“Ladies to the Front” is a celebration honoring the diverse and unique perspectives that women bring to the art world and to Parlor Gallery. The exhibition will feature works of art in a variety of media, including painting, sculpture, photography, installation art, digital art, and mixed media. Visitors, art lovers and collectors will have the opportunity to view and purchase original pieces from a selection of talented artists.
Parlor Gallery is directed, owned, and loved by two women that have made It part of their mission to showcase, support, promote and collect art created by women and female identifying creators. Each year at Parlor Gallery, we curate 6-9 exhibitions at our gallery, with additional pop-up shows at alternative spaces locally. We have vowed to ensure that female creators are heavily represented in the overall curatorial programming.
Female artists have historically been underrepresented in the art world, and they often face greater challenges in gaining recognition and earning a living from their work. . In major US museums, less than 13% of artworks on display were created by women. Women artists make up only 2-5% of the art market and only 11% of art acquisitions at major US museums are works by women.
Art has the power to reflect and shape culture; so, upon learning of these statistics, it became a priority to curate yearly exhibitions, which focuses on local, national, and international women creators. “Ladies to the Front” will present the work of 50+ brilliant women, their work hung in a salon-style presentation.
The phrase “Ladies to the Front” originated in the punk rock movement of the 1990s, particularly with the band Bikini Kill. The lead singer, Kathleen Hanna, would often yell “Ladies to the front” during concerts, encouraging women to come forward and occupy space traditionally reserved for men in mosh pits and other areas of the venue. The phrase has since been adopted by feminists and activists as a rallying cry to promote gender equality and encourage women to take up more space in various fields. In the context of an all-female art exhibition, “Ladies to the Front” could be used to promote the idea of showcasing women’s artwork and giving their voices and perspectives greater visibility and recognition in the art world.
The exhibition and celebration are open to the public and free to attend. All are welcome to join in the festivities and support the work of these talented women artists.
Event Details:
Opening Night of “Ladies to the Front” is Saturday, June 17th, 2023, from 6-10pm
Parlor Gallery is located at 717 Cookman Avenue, (on the Arts Bloc) in Asbury Park, NJ
For more information, please contact Jenn Hampton at juicyjenn@parlor-gallery.com

The Haunting
2023-06-17 19:00 - 21:30 | House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
New Jersey’s The Haunting is an alternative-pop 3-piece band that might be the only act capable of effectively incorporating eerie sound effects into pop songs. Inspired by vintage horror films, The Haunting offers pop melodies juxtaposed with dissonant atmospheric textures, creating the perfect soundtrack to an 80s post-apocalyptic hellscape.
Fellow Jersey Shore bands Echo Plum (Indie rock) and Surf Haven (dreampop/surf rock) will be opening the show.
For Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/

JUNEteenth Concerts: Jackie Venson
2023-06-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, 07756
Soul/pop guitarist and vocalist with N&D Electric Duo and Valerie Adams & Dimension
All Juneteenth performances are presented by JSAC and TCT Artists Exchange. Doors open at 6:00pm and tickets are non-refundable except in the event of a cancellation. Please check our website and social media for event and program updates.

Jeremy Jordan & Ashley Spencer
2023-06-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Ave, Deal, 07723
Tony- and Grammy-nominated star Jeremy Jordan (Broadway’s Newsies, Waitress, Little Shop of Horrors) and Broadway star Ashley Spencer (Broadway’s Grease and Hairspray) make their debut Axelrod PAC. Jeremy is known for his Broadway work as well as his TV appearances, including CW’s Supergirl and NBC’s Smash and films The Last 5 Years opposite Anna Kendrick, Joyful Noise with Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton. Ashley debuted on Broadway as Sandy in Grease after appearing NBC’s You’re The One That I Want!, the reality TV show to cast the 2007 revival. Jeremy and Ashley married in 2012.

The Smithereens w/Marshall Crenshaw
2023-06-17 20:00 - 22:30 | Wonder Bar, 1213 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, 07712
Founded in 1980 in Central NJ, The Smithereens have been creating an electrifying take-no-prisoners rock n’ roll sound that has resonated with fans worldwide over the course of more than 4 decades, 17 albums, and 2500+ live shows. After the passing of lead singer Pat DiNizio, the band pushed forward as a trio, enlisting the musical talents of guest vocalists Marshall Crenshaw, Robin Wilson, and Susan Cowsill as they continued to rock fans worldwide. With the release of their latest album, Covers, in 2022, the band shows no signs of slowing down. Marshall Crenshaw will be joining them at the Wonder Bar this summer.

DJ Tyler Valentine
2023-06-17 21:00 | The Asbury Hotel, 210 5th Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712, United States
Come watch the sunset at Salvation, sip on a scrumptious cocktail, and listen to music from the talented DJ Tyler Valentine!

North To Shore Festival (10 Events)
2023-06-18
The North 2 Shore Festival is presenting 10 events on June 18. Some are free, and some are ticketed events with varied pricing. To view all of them please visit the link below to the N2S calendar. The NorthToShore calendar shows more than 50 events that feature artists and other groups who were selected via a grant application process designed to help fund and stage their events. Dozens of these events are free to the public and we encourage everyone to take part in whatever festivities match their personal interests. The North To Shore Festival encompasses events held in Atlantic City, Asbury Park and Newark, NJ.
