What’s Happening Around the Shore This Week

Hey Folks,

Going forward, I’ll be sending these Weekend Shore Updates every Thursday or Friday morning so you’ll have plenty of time to make plans for everything happening around Atlantic City, the Jersey Shore, and South Jersey. From concerts and festivals to family events, live entertainment, local news, and a few hidden gems, my goal is to make this your go-to guide for the weekend ahead.

We’re kicking things off a day later than planned this week, but I didn’t want to wait until next Friday to get started. There are simply too many great things happening around the Shore this weekend not to share them with you.

So grab a cup of coffee, take a few minutes to look through what’s happening, and maybe you’ll discover your next adventure right here in our own backyard.

❤️ Good News Around Our Communities

One story that really stood out this week comes from Brigantine, where the Police Department continues making a difference through its L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs) program. For the past five years, officers have been building relationships with local students long before they ever need them during an emergency. That’s community policing at its best, and it’s the kind of positive story we need more of.

Congratulations also go out to Stockton University, which announced two new deans to lead its Schools of Health Sciences and Business. Stockton was also recognized for the fifth consecutive year as one of the nation’s most transfer-friendly universities, continuing its commitment to helping students succeed right here in South Jersey.

If live theater is your thing, don’t miss the Ocean City Theatre Company production of Sister Act this August at the Bill & Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center. I’ve been to several OCTC productions over the years, and they consistently put on first-class performances.

🎟️ Learn more and purchase tickets at Ocean City Theatre Company.

🎶 Free Outdoor Concerts Around the Shore

• Saturday, August 1
  Ventnor Summer Beach Jam
  Newport Avenue Beach • 6:30 PM
  Beatlemania Again brings the music of The Beatles to the beach. Vendors begin serving food at 5:30 PM. Bring your beach chair or blanket.
• Sunday, August 2
  Absecon Concerts in the Park
  Heritage Park • 7:00 PM
  Enjoy Motts Creek Pickers in a free outdoor concert. Food and beverages available.
• Monday, August 3
  Lundi Gras on the Boardwalk
  Kennedy Plaza • Atlantic City • 7:00 PM
  Gary U.S. Bonds & The Roadhouse Rockers with special guest Anthony Krizan kick off another summer of Monday night concerts.
  Event Information
• Tuesday, August 4
  It’s Pure AC Concert Series
  Kennedy Plaza • 7:00 PM
  Hosted by Dave Damiani & The No Vacancy Orchestra featuring The Budesa Brothers and Keith Hollis.
• Wednesday, August 5
  Mardi Gras on the Boardwalk
  Kennedy Plaza • 7:00 PM
  Grammy winner Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience.
  More Information
• Wednesday, August 5
  Sunset at Ski Beach
  Ventnor • 6:30 PM
  Dead Reckoning performs the music of the Grateful Dead. Food trucks begin at 5:30 PM.
• Thursday, August 6
  Jazz on the Beach
  Kennedy Plaza • 7:00 PM
  Featuring Warren Wolf & The Wolfpack along with Keith Hollis & Friends.
• Wednesday, August 12
  Brigantine Summer Concert Series
  Community Center Side Lawn • 7:00 PM
  Live Wire performs. Bring your beach chair or blanket.

For the complete Tony Mart summer concert lineup, including Lundi Gras, Mardi Gras and the famous Legacy Concerts on the Beach in Somers Point, visit TonyMart.com.

🎤 Big Shows in Atlantic City This Weekend

If you’re looking for a great night out, Atlantic City’s entertainment calendar is packed with nationally known performers this week.

• • Saturday, August 1 • 8:00 PM
    Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters
    Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City
    Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton brings his acclaimed band The Boxmasters to Atlantic City for a night of Americana, country rock and classic storytelling.
    Tickets & Event Information

• • Saturday, August 1 • 8:00 PM
    Nikki Glaser
    Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
    Fresh off another huge year, Nikki Glaser brings her sharp, no-holds-barred comedy to Atlantic City.
    Hard Rock Entertainment Calendar

• • Saturday, August 1 • 6:00 PM
    Blues Traveler • Gin Blossoms • Spin Doctors
    Ovation Hall • Ocean Casino Resort
    Three legendary bands share one stage for one incredible night featuring hits like Run-Around, Hey Jealousy, and Two Princes.
    Tickets & Information

• Sunday, August 2 • 4:00 PM
  Boat House Row
  Ovation Hall • Ocean Casino Resort
  Philadelphia’s premier Yacht Rock tribute band performs all your favorite hits from the ’70s and ’80s.
  Ocean Entertainment Calendar

📅 Looking Ahead

The Somers Point Arts Commission is currently accepting artists and photographers for the 10th Annual Art in the Park on September 19 at Kennedy Park. It’s one of those hometown events that perfectly captures the creative spirit of South Jersey.

Atlantic County health officials also announced that mosquito samples collected in Egg Harbor Township recently tested positive for West Nile Virus. It’s simply a good reminder to wear insect repellent and eliminate standing water around your home during mosquito season.

🗓️ What’s Coming Up

• • Saturday, August 1 • 6:30 PM
    Ventnor Summer Beach Jam
    📍 Newport Avenue Beach, Ventnor
    Beatlemania Again performs the biggest Beatles hits. Food vendors begin at 5:30 PM. Bring a chair or blanket.

• • Sunday, August 2 • 7:00 PM
    Absecon Concerts in the Park
    📍 Heritage Park, Absecon
    Motts Creek Pickers perform a free concert. Snacks and beverages available.

• • Monday, August 3 • 7:00 PM
    Lundi Gras on the Boardwalk
    📍 Kennedy Plaza, Atlantic City
    Gary U.S. Bonds & The Roadhouse Rockers with Anthony Krizan. Free concert.
    Complete Schedule

• • Tuesday, August 4 • 7:00 PM
    It’s Pure AC Concert Series
    📍 Kennedy Plaza, Atlantic City
    Dave Damiani & The No Vacancy Orchestra with The Budesa Brothers and Keith Hollis.

• • Wednesday, August 5 • 6:30 PM
    Sunset at Ski Beach
    📍 Ventnor
    Dead Reckoning performs Grateful Dead favorites. Vendors open at 5:30 PM.

• • Wednesday, August 5 • 7:00 PM
    Mardi Gras on the Boardwalk
    📍 Kennedy Plaza, Atlantic City
    Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience.
    More Information

• • Thursday, August 6 • 7:00 PM
    Jazz on the Beach
    📍 Kennedy Plaza, Atlantic City
    Warren Wolf & The Wolfpack headline another outstanding evening of jazz.

• • Every Friday Through September 11 • 7:00 PM
    Legacy Concerts on the Beach
    📍 William Morrow Beach, Somers Point
    One of South Jersey’s premier free concert series continues every Friday night.
    Full Concert Schedule

• Saturday, September 19 • 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  Art in the Park
  📍 Kennedy Park, Somers Point
  Local artists, photographers, food vendors and live entertainment highlight this annual community favorite.

⭐ Mike’s Pick of the Week

If I had to pick just one event this week, I’d head to Kennedy Plaza Monday night for Lundi Gras on the Boardwalk. Gary U.S. Bonds is a true rock and roll legend, and Tony Mart always knows how to put together a fantastic night of music. Best of all, it’s free. Grab dinner at one of Atlantic City’s great restaurants beforehand, bring a chair, and enjoy a classic summer evening on the Boardwalk.

❤️ Support Local This Week

Whether you’re taking in a free concert, catching a headline show at Hard Rock or Ocean Casino Resort, enjoying dinner at your favorite local restaurant, or simply walking the Boardwalk with family and friends, remember that every visit helps support the businesses and organizations that make South Jersey such a special place to live, work and visit.

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Thanks for spending a few minutes with me this weekend. I hope to see you somewhere around the Shore!

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AC Mike