Summer pop music concerts at the Shore include events in Asbury Park, Cape May, and numerous shows in Atlantic City.

This summer marks the second consecutive year without oversized beach concerts in Atlantic City, yet the region remains vibrant with musical offerings across various venues. The local entertainment landscape features an engaging schedule encompassing casino performances, Cape May concert series, Asbury Park clubs, and events on the Atlantic City Boardwalk.

For those in search of music festivals along the shore, the Barefoot Country Music Fest will take place in Wildwood from June 19 to June 22. Additionally, the Sea. Hear. Now festival returns to Asbury Beach on September 13-14, drawing attention to a diverse lineup of musical talent.

The Cape May Jazz Festival, set to occur from May 16 to May 18, introduces an exciting lineup that includes Philadelphia pianist Orrin Evans leading the Captain Black Big Band. The band will feature Lisa Fischer, a notable vocalist known for her long-standing association with the Rolling Stones. Another prominent figure on the schedule is vocalist Paul Jost, expected to make a guest appearance. The festival elevates its offerings with performances on Saturday by the acclaimed New Orleans trumpeter Terence Blanchard, a collaborator with filmmaker Spike Lee whose opera “Fire Shut Up in My Bones” marked a historic first for the Metropolitan Opera. Sunday’s schedule highlights Samara Joy, a rising star and Grammy-winning vocalist compared to the legendary Sarah Vaughan.

Atlantic City’s casino venues are bustling with prominent entertainers throughout the summer months. Alice Cooper, the pioneer of shock rock, is scheduled to perform at Ovation Hall on May 24, reuniting with original band members for a new album titled “The Revenge of Alice Cooper.” The Wilson sisters, Ann and Nancy of Heart, are set to appear at Hard Rock Live on May 31.

Additional notable performances include R&B singer Ledisi at Caesars on June 6, with fellow artist Marsha Ambrosius opening for her. On June 13, Josh Homme will lead the Queens of the Stone Age at the Hard Rock, followed the next day by a concert featuring David Foster alongside his wife, Katharine McPhee. Other summer highlights include Def Leppard at the Borgata Event Center on June 28, and Darius Rucker of Hootie & the Blowfish on July 12.

In Asbury Park, the North to Shore Festival will feature a diverse range of artists, including Steel Pulse, Larkin Poe, and memorable performances by Gary Clark Jr. and the Avett Brothers.

Beyond the casino and festival circuit, the music scene extends to venues such as the Anchor Rock Club, which will host a variety of acts, including Mammoth WVH and punk stalwarts Dead Milkmen. Meanwhile, performances at the Ocean City Music Pier will include the Mike Love-led Beach Boys, along with other nostalgic acts throughout the summer.

For those venturing further south, Cape May will host concert series featuring artists like Mac McAnally and the Drifters, alongside wine-themed events at Hawk Haven Vineyard, ensuring that music lovers can enjoy a summer filled with vibrant performances and diverse genres along the Jersey Shore.

This extensive schedule of events highlights the resilience and enthusiasm of the local music scene, offering entertainment options that cater to a broad spectrum of tastes, from jazz to country, rock, and beyond. Audiences can expect a summer enriched by live music experiences throughout the region.

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