Schedule for Free Atlantic City Boardwalk Summer Concert Series
The ocean breeze, the sound of the waves, the lights of the Boardwalk, and great music filling the air. Honestly, music always sounds a little better when you're standing on the boards in Atlantic City.
The best part? These concerts are absolutely FREE.
If you're looking for an affordable summer night out at the Jersey Shore, Atlantic City has you covered with a fantastic lineup of Boardwalk concerts running from late June through early September. Grab a beach chair, bring some friends, and enjoy live music under the stars.
Free Mardi Gras Wednesday Concert Series
The Wednesday night concerts begin at 7 pm and run throughout the summer. The concerts will be at Kennedy Plaza is located directly on the Atlantic City Boardwalk at 23rd and 24th Streets, right in front of Boardwalk Hall.
June 24th, 2026
- Tony Mart Allstars Superstar Rock Tribute
July 1st, 2026
- Ana Popovic & Fantastafunk
- Ocean Avenue Stompers
July 8th, 2026
- Tab Benoit
- Sgt. Splendor
July 15th, 2026
- Shemekia Copeland
- Soul Project NOLA
July 22nd, 2026
- George Porter Jr. & Runnin' Pardners
- John "Papa" Gros
July 29th, 2026
- Mitch Ryder
- Tony Mart Allstars
August 5th, 2026
- Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience
August 12th, 2026
- Ivan Neville
- Dumpstaphunk
August 19th, 2026
- Booker T. Jones
- Billy Walton Band
August 26th, 2026
- Dead Zep
- Hayley Jane
September 2nd, 2026
- Love TKO: The Official Teddy Pendergrass Tribute
- The Ashcats
Nothing Beats Free Music at the Shore
Summer nights at the Jersey Shore are already special, but free concerts on the Atlantic City Boardwalk make them even better.
Whether you're into classic rock, blues, soul, funk, jam bands, or tribute shows, there's something on this schedule for everyone. Best of all, you can enjoy it without spending a dime.
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Pack your beach chair, take a walk on the boards, grab some Boardwalk treats, and enjoy some incredible live music by the ocean this summer. That's a New Jersey summer tradition that's hard to beat.
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