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Week of Events
π End of Summer Fundraiser Celebrations at Asbury Book Cooperative π
Help us reach our Summer Fundraising goal! The Asbury Book Coop (ABC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and independent bookstore located in downtown Asbury Park. For six weeks this summer, we are running a Summer Fundraiser to support our community programming and general operations, as well as to purchase books for the annual Asbury Park Summer […]
Sunday, August 9, 2026
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August 9, 2026 -ποΈ SECOND SUNDAY SIDEWALK SALE! ποΈ
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August 9, 2026 -Tours of the Paranormal Museum
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August 9, 2026 -“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
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August 9, 2026 -Louis Montesano at Mutiny Beach π
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August 9, 2026 -Visiting Author Panel | Indie Press at Asbury Book Cooperative
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August 9, 2026 -Anthony Almonte at the Wonder Bar
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August 9, 2026 -Matisyahu at the Stone Pony
ποΈ SECOND SUNDAY SIDEWALK SALE! ποΈ
This Sunday, May 10th, is the first SECOND SUNDAY SIDEWALK SALE in Asbury Park from 9am - 3pm! Asbury Park businesses are invited to sell products outside of their shop […]
Tours of the Paranormal Museum
Step inside The Paranormal Museum for an unforgettable guided tour through one of New Jersey's most intriguing collections of haunted artifacts, supernatural objects, and mysterious relics. Located in a historic setting, every visit is led by a knowledgeable guide who tailors the experience to your group's interests, from ghost stories and paranormal history to haunted […]
“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
The Pulitzer Prize and Academy Award-winning drama Driving Miss Daisy is a heartwarming and humorous journey through an unlikely friendship that transcends race, class, and time. Set in the Deep […]
Visiting Author Panel | Indie Press at Asbury Book Cooperative
Join us for an author panel with Tim DeMarco, Darci Schummer, and Raki Kopernik discussing their process on developing a novel. Three fantastic authors Tim DeMarco (Release Me), Darci Schummer […]
Anthony Almonte at the Wonder Bar
Sunday August 9th @ Wonder Bar Anthony Almonte presents A Wicked Cool Latin Soul Summer Party Anthony Almonte, E Street Band and Disciples of Soul percussionist/vocalist, along with some of New York Cityβs finest musicians, brings the heart of Spanish Harlem to Asbury Park! Join us for a Wicked Cool Latin Soul Summer Party filled […]
Matisyahu at the Stone Pony
MATISYAHU Summer Tour 2026 Creativity is like a fire in a fireplace: You have to tend it or it will go out. For nearly two decades, Matisyahu has kept his creative spirit aflame by evolving his sound, melding genres, and testing the limits of the musical traditions that have inspired him. His latest release, Hold […]
Monday, August 10, 2026
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August 10, 2026 -Little Makers Mondays at the Asbury Art Club π¦π½
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August 10, 2026 -Self Care with Art Workshops at the Center in Asbury π¨πΎβπ¨
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August 10, 2026 -πΆ Music Mondays at Springwood Park π·
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August 10, 2026 -Watercolor Class Pass – Mondays at Over the Moon Art Studio
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August 10, 2026 -Waylon Wyatt at the Stone Pony
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August 10, 2026 -Happy Mondays at the Wonder Bar
Little Makers Mondays at the Asbury Art Club π¦π½
Start the week by making something together. Little Makers Monday is a special art experience created for children ages 4β7 and their grown-ups. Each Monday, families will explore a new […]
Self Care with Art Workshops at the Center in Asbury π¨πΎβπ¨
ART with Nelson. Part of Mind Body Spirit, this workshop focuses on expression. All materials provided. Free and open to everyone in the community! Monday & Wednesday from 3-5 pm. Meet at The Center, 806 Third Ave entrance.
πΆ Music Mondays at Springwood Park π·
Music Mondays celebrates 10 years of uplifting performances in the heart of the cityβs West Side, with weekly shows every Monday featuring The Soul Project NOLA. Concerts are held Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. The series features returning crowd favorites including Alexander Simone, The Men of Soul, JT Bowen, Ms. G and da Guyz, and […]
Watercolor Class Pass – Mondays at Over the Moon Art Studio
Every Monday 6-8pm Our flexible month-to-month watercolor class membership gives you ongoing access to classes without the pressure of a start or end date. This is appropriate for both beginners […]
Waylon Wyatt at the Stone Pony
Waylon Wyatt is a 19-year-old folk-country artist from Hackett, Arkansas, known for his raw, red-dirt take on Americana. He began writing songs as a kid, often after long days working construction with his father. Waylon recorded and produced his debut EP Til The Sun Goes Down in the rec room of his childhood home. The […]
Happy Mondays at the Wonder Bar
Happy Mondays are back at Wonder Bar! THIS IS A FREE EVENT! SEIKO Presents HAPPY MONDAYS Lou Panico Band Above the Moon John Pronto Free admission 21+ admitted 7:00 PM
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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August 11, 2026 -Become a Sponsor – Cycling for the Center π΄πΌββοΈ
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August 11, 2026 -Pat D at Mutiny Beach π
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August 11, 2026 -Free Community Playmaking Program at AP Library
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August 11, 2026 -Asbury Park Concert Band at the Arthur Pryor Bandshell – Now on Tuesdays!
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August 11, 2026 -Trivia Tuesdays at the Black Swan π¦’π€
Become a Sponsor – Cycling for the Center π΄πΌββοΈ
Whether you Cycle for The Center or Make a Donation, every little bit helps those who have much less. Below is another way to support by becoming a Sponsor. Take […]
Free Community Playmaking Program at AP Library
Guided Workshops, Professional Mentorship, Live Performance. Tuesdays in August at the Asbury Park Library - Bradley Room. 5:00 - 6: 15 PM Open to Adults, 18+ ****See flyer for details
Asbury Park Concert Band at the Arthur Pryor Bandshell – Now on Tuesdays!
The Asbury Park Concert Band has been entertaining crowds of all ages since 1945. Now on Tuesday nights and celebrating an incredible 80 years, this beloved community band brings timeless […]
Trivia Tuesdays at the Black Swan π¦’π€
Come on out and put your knowledge to good use Trivia kicks off at 7:30PM. Get yourselves to the pub!
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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August 12, 2026 -“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
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August 12, 2026 -Self Care with Art Workshops at the Center in Asbury π¨πΎβπ¨
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August 12, 2026 -The Rodeo Poets at Mutiny Beach π
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August 12, 2026 -4 Mayors 4 Wellness Walk πΆπ»
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August 12, 2026 -π€ Line Dancing at AP Rooftop! π’
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August 12, 2026 -πΉ Asbury Park Live on the Boardwalk! πΉ
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August 12, 2026 -Bendigo Fletcher at the Wonder Bar
“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
The Pulitzer Prize and Academy Award-winning drama Driving Miss Daisy is a heartwarming and humorous journey through an unlikely friendship that transcends race, class, and time. Set in the Deep […]
Self Care with Art Workshops at the Center in Asbury π¨πΎβπ¨
ART with Nelson. Part of Mind Body Spirit, this workshop focuses on expression. All materials provided. Free and open to everyone in the community! Monday & Wednesday from 3-5 pm. Meet at The Center, 806 Third Ave entrance.
4 Mayors 4 Wellness Walk πΆπ»
Join the first-ever β4 Mayors 4 Wellness Walkβ on Wednesday, August 12 from 5 to 7:30 p.m.Β Plans are to begin the walk at the gazebo on Ocean and Fifth Avenue […]
π€ Line Dancing at AP Rooftop! π’
Stomp and Stride returns to AP Rooftop on August 12th! No cover!
πΉ Asbury Park Live on the Boardwalk! πΉ
AP Live returns for its ninth season on the First Avenue Green, located next to MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos and Watermark on the Asbury Park Boardwalk. This Wednesday night series […]
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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August 13, 2026 -Tours of the Paranormal Museum
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August 13, 2026 -Tom Mancuso at Mutiny Beach π
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August 13, 2026 -7-Week Adult Wheel Course πΊ
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August 13, 2026 -Three Question Marks at Arthur Pryor Band Shell
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August 13, 2026 -“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
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August 13, 2026 -The 502s at the Stone Pony
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August 13, 2026 -Neal Francis with Pearl Charles at the Wonder Bar
Tours of the Paranormal Museum
Step inside The Paranormal Museum for an unforgettable guided tour through one of New Jersey's most intriguing collections of haunted artifacts, supernatural objects, and mysterious relics. Located in a historic setting, every visit is led by a knowledgeable guide who tailors the experience to your group's interests, from ghost stories and paranormal history to haunted […]
7-Week Adult Wheel Course πΊ
Our All Levels wheel courses are perfect for students ranging from beginners to potters who have spent substantial time on the wheel. This course's projects will be sourced by the interests of the class. This class can be taken multiple times. Our multi-week courses meet once weekly for 2 hours of instruction and include unlimited […]
Three Question Marks at Arthur Pryor Band Shell
FREE ADMISSION! Three Question Marks at the Arthur Pryor Bandshell at AP Rooftop on the boardwalk! 6:00PM Show
“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
The Pulitzer Prize and Academy Award-winning drama Driving Miss Daisy is a heartwarming and humorous journey through an unlikely friendship that transcends race, class, and time. Set in the Deep […]
The 502s at the Stone Pony
ElmThree presents THE 502s Up, Up, Up The Coast and Across The Pond Late Night Thoughts The 502s are a Beach Folk Band from Florida, often called βThe Happiest Band on Earth.β With Breezy Banjos, Shout-Along Choruses, and an energy that bursts like a cannonball into a swimming pool, their music feels like sunshine you […]
Neal Francis with Pearl Charles at the Wonder Bar
Asbury Jams presents NEAL FRANCIS Pearl Charles Neal Francis is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Influenced by classic New Orleans artists such as Dr. John, the Meters, and Allen Toussaint, in addition to the classic rockβnβsoul of Sly Stone, Billy Preston, and Curtis Mayfield, His live shows are a mix of NOLA style stomp […]
Friday, August 14, 2026
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August 14, 2026 -Trinity Center Open House
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August 14, 2026 -Tours of the Paranormal Museum
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August 14, 2026 -Play on Pine is back for the summer!
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August 14, 2026 -πΆ Sound Bites – Live Music Fridays at North Eats Food Trucks π
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August 14, 2026 -Tea Dance at Salvation – Asbury Hotel Rooftop
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August 14, 2026 -First Friday – Art and Sound at Press Plaza – MOVED TO AUGUST 14th!
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August 14, 2026 -Brian Kirk & the Jirks at Arthur Pryor Band Shell
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August 14, 2026 -π³οΈ Yacht Rock Revue on the Stone Pony Summer Stage πΉ
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August 14, 2026 -“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
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August 14, 2026 -Sneezy with Waiting on Mongo at the Wonder Bar
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August 14, 2026 -Vance Villastrigo at Robinson Ale House π»
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August 14, 2026 -Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Trinity Center Open House
You're a vital part of our community in action, whether through a donation, a bag of groceries, or showing up when we needed you most. We'd love the chance to say thank you in person. Join us for a light lunch, conversation, and a look at the space where your generosity comes to life. Trinity […]
Tours of the Paranormal Museum
Step inside The Paranormal Museum for an unforgettable guided tour through one of New Jersey's most intriguing collections of haunted artifacts, supernatural objects, and mysterious relics. Located in a historic setting, every visit is led by a knowledgeable guide who tailors the experience to your group's interests, from ghost stories and paranormal history to haunted […]
Play on Pine is back for the summer!
Play on Pine is back for summer! Every Friday from June 19 through August 28, join us on Pine Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues, 5 to 7pm, for free outdoor fun -- chalk, bikes, soccer, and more.
πΆ Sound Bites – Live Music Fridays at North Eats Food Trucks π
Sound Bites is back with live music every Friday from 5 to 7 PM, July 10 through August 28, at North Eats Food Trucks, 1607 Ocean Ave. in Asbury Park. Bring your friends and your dogs for great food, great music, and summer vibes by the shore
Tea Dance at Salvation – Asbury Hotel Rooftop
Join us every Friday at 5 PM on Salvation Rooftop for Tea Dance, hosted by the fabulous Spectra Electra. Kick off the weekend with cocktails, rooftop views, and high-energy beats from rotating DJs Mick Hale and Tyler Valentine. Gather your crew and dance into sunset above Asbury Park.
First Friday – Art and Sound at Press Plaza – MOVED TO AUGUST 14th!
First Friday Art & Sound Returns to Press Plaza Free Monthly Community Block Party Continues in Asbury Park Asbury Park, NJ β First Friday Art & Sound is back at Press Plaza for the summer. The free monthly block party runs from 5 to 9 PM on Friday, August 7th on Emory Street between Cookman […]
Brian Kirk & the Jirks at Arthur Pryor Band Shell
BRIAN KIRK & THE JIRKS at the Arthur Pryor Bandshell, 1200 Ocean Ave, Third Floor DOORS OPEN AT 6pm, SHOW STARTS AT 7pm Friday, August 14 will be the very first time that Brian Kirk & the Jirks perform at the AP Rooftop. Be ready for Kirkβs crazy antics and his incredibly talented musicians. Buy […]
π³οΈ Yacht Rock Revue on the Stone Pony Summer Stage πΉ
CANN presents Yacht Rock Revue β Primetime on The Stone Pony Summer Stage Gates open 7 pm Showtime 8 pm
“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
The Pulitzer Prize and Academy Award-winning drama Driving Miss Daisy is a heartwarming and humorous journey through an unlikely friendship that transcends race, class, and time. Set in the Deep South of 1948βon the cusp of the Civil Rights movementβthis beloved play follows the fiercely independent Miss Daisy Werthan, a sharp-tongued Jewish widow, and Hoke […]
Sneezy with Waiting on Mongo at the Wonder Bar
ElmThree presents Sneezy & Waiting on Mongo Sneezy Born out of the vibrant Chicago music scene, Sneezy is a funk-soul jam band that knows no boundaries. Rooted in lifelong friendships and a shared love for collaboration, the band seamlessly blends funk grooves, neo-soul rhythms, hip-hop beats, and rock energy into a sound uniquely their own. […]
Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Since 2008, the Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours from Asbury Park Tour Company have combined local legends, reported hauntings, and deeply researched history to explore the cityβs fascinating past. Rather than relying on jump scares or fictional stories, the tours focus on the real people, tragedies, scandals, shipwrecks, fires, and historic locations that shaped Asbury […]
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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August 15, 2026 -AP Sunset Farmerβs Market
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August 15, 2026 -City of Asbury Park Community Farm Stand – FREE PRODUCE π₯¦π«π₯
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August 15, 2026 -π₯¬ Community Food Connection at AP Library π
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August 15, 2026 -Tours of the Paranormal Museum
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August 15, 2026 -“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
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August 15, 2026 -Presentation & Signing at Asbury Book Cooperative: Beginner’s Italian by Tom Means, Ph.D.
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August 15, 2026 -The Racket at Mutiny Beach π
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August 15, 2026 -π³οΈ Yacht Rock Revue on the Stone Pony Summer Stage πΉ
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August 15, 2026 -“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
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August 15, 2026 -No Surrender – Springsteen Tribute at Arthur Pryor Band Shell
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August 15, 2026 -Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
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August 15, 2026 -Double Duran – The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience at the Wonder Bar
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August 15, 2026 -Don Dazzo & Blonde Ambition at Palmetto π΄
AP Sunset Farmerβs Market
πSunset Ave at Main St, Asbury Park, NJ β¨ Every Saturday (weather permitting) β¨ Support your local farmer and local vendors. Share the love, spread the word! π¨Please bring your reusable bags & small bills. QUAIL FIELD FARM is CASH ONLY. Facebook: AP Sunset Farmerβs Market Seasonable farm fresh fruit, vegetables, and cut flowers (Quailfield […]
City of Asbury Park Community Farm Stand – FREE PRODUCE π₯¦π«π₯
Fresh, pesticide-free produce is available every Saturday from 9am - 10:30am at the Community Farm Stand, located at the corner of Bangs and Memorial Avenues. Stop by beginning May 16 through mid-October while supplies last and enjoy locally harvested vegetables grown right here in Asbury Park.
π₯¬ Community Food Connection at AP Library π
Free, locally grown produce is coming to the Asbury Park Public Library. Community Food Connection 2026 offers free NJ-grown vegetables from Fernbrook Farms in the Junior Room, 11amβ2pm, on select Saturdays from June through November. June 6 June 20 July 18 August 1 August 15 August 29 Each share includes a mix of fresh seasonal […]
Tours of the Paranormal Museum
Step inside The Paranormal Museum for an unforgettable guided tour through one of New Jersey's most intriguing collections of haunted artifacts, supernatural objects, and mysterious relics. Located in a historic setting, every visit is led by a knowledgeable guide who tailors the experience to your group's interests, from ghost stories and paranormal history to haunted […]
“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
The Pulitzer Prize and Academy Award-winning drama Driving Miss Daisy is a heartwarming and humorous journey through an unlikely friendship that transcends race, class, and time. Set in the Deep South of 1948βon the cusp of the Civil Rights movementβthis beloved play follows the fiercely independent Miss Daisy Werthan, a sharp-tongued Jewish widow, and Hoke […]
Presentation & Signing at Asbury Book Cooperative: Beginner’s Italian by Tom Means, Ph.D.
Come learn Italian with us! Tom Means will walk us through the first steps to speaking one the most romantic languages in the world! All are welcome to join for a presentation and signing with Tom Means! He will be offering an interactive beginner's course on learning Italian and discussing his process of developing a […]
π³οΈ Yacht Rock Revue on the Stone Pony Summer Stage πΉ
CANN presents Yacht Rock Revue β Primetime on The Stone Pony Summer Stage Gates open 7 pm Showtime 8 pm
“Driving Miss Daisy” at Bell Theater
The Pulitzer Prize and Academy Award-winning drama Driving Miss Daisy is a heartwarming and humorous journey through an unlikely friendship that transcends race, class, and time. Set in the Deep South of 1948βon the cusp of the Civil Rights movementβthis beloved play follows the fiercely independent Miss Daisy Werthan, a sharp-tongued Jewish widow, and Hoke […]
No Surrender – Springsteen Tribute at Arthur Pryor Band Shell
NO SURRENDER β The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Arthur Pryor Bandshell β 1200 Ocean Ave, Third Floor No Surender, The Ultimate Springsteen Tribute is comprised of top level NJ musicians with decades of experience performing at outdoor concerts, casinos, private parties, corporate events, bars and even performed at Super Bowl XLVlll at MetLife Stadium. No […]
Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Since 2008, the Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours from Asbury Park Tour Company have combined local legends, reported hauntings, and deeply researched history to explore the cityβs fascinating past. Rather than relying on jump scares or fictional stories, the tours focus on the real people, tragedies, scandals, shipwrecks, fires, and historic locations that shaped Asbury […]
Double Duran – The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience at the Wonder Bar
DOUBLE DURAN The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience Step into the electrifying world of new wave pop with Double Duran β The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience. With a stunning multimedia production, dynamic visuals, and flawless musicianship, Double Duran delivers a show that audiences across the country are calling βthe closest thing to seeing Duran Duran live […]