This year’s Independence Day weekend promises to be spectacular, with fireworks lighting up both bay and ocean skies, free concerts echoing across the dunes, and parades marching through charming beach towns from Barnegat Light to Beach Haven.

Whether you’re planning to stake out a prime spot for Beach Haven’s crown jewel fireworks display at Taylor Park or prefer the more intimate setting of Surf City’s bay beach show, LBI offers something for every celebration style. From family-friendly theatrical performances and festival rides to evening concerts under the stars, the island transforms into a red, white, and blue playground where summer memories are made. Pack your beach chairs, gather your loved ones, and get ready to experience why LBI’s 4th of July celebrations draw visitors from across the region year after year.

All Week Long

Festival of the Sea. St. Francis of Assisi Parish & Center parking lot. July 1st – 5th from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Get tickets.

Surf City Shuffle Scavenger Hunt. How You Brewin’, Surf City. Multiple Dates and Times. Get tickets.

Events on July 3rd

Lacey Fireworks Spectacular. Rainier Vista Community Park. 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm.

The Fireworks Display at Lacey Township High School. Event begins at 7:30 pm. Fireworks begin 9:15 pm.

The Jersey Tenors. Waterfront Park, Ship Bottom. 6:30 pm.

Rob Connolly. Wooden Jetty Beach, Holgate. 6:30 pm.

Fireworks in Surf City. 17th St. Bay Beach, Surf City. 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm.

Cat 5 Band. Bird and Betty’s, Beach Haven. 9:00 pm – 12:00 am.

Events on July 4th

Tuckerton’s Fourth of July Parade. Begins at the intersection of Marine Street and Route 9 and ends at Great Bay Boulevard. 10:00 am.

4th of July Flag Event. LBI National Golf & Resort, Little Egg Harbor. Tee times until 2pm.

Unlimited Ride Pass. Fantasy Island. Unlimited rides for $35 a rider. 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm.

Roger Jinx & Happy Hour Before Fireworks. Buckalew’s, Beach Haven. 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm.

4th of July Clambake. Queen City Market. 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Get tickets.

Independence Day Parade in Barnegat Light. 10 W 10 St, Barnegat Light. 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm.

Annual Surf City 4th of July Parade. 5th Street at the bay in Surf City. 6:30 pm.

Fire Pit Friday. 68th Street Beach Fire Pits, Long Beach Township. 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Fireworks Boat Cruise. Lighthouse Dock at Tuckerton Seaport. 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm. Get Tickets.

Annual 4th of July Fireworks in LBI. Taylor Ave Bayfront, Beach Haven. 9:30 pm.

GoodMan Fiske. Joe Pop’s, Ship Bottom. 10:00 pm.

July 4th Fireworks Party with 3AM Tokyo. Bird & Betty’s, Beach Haven. 10:30 pm – 1:30 am.

Events on July 5th

The Royals at Fire Pit Friday. 68th St Beach, Long Beach Township. 7:00 pm.

Fireworks at Barnegat High School. The event starts at 5:00 pm. Fireworks begin at 9:15 pm.

The Nerds. Joe Pop’s, Ship Bottom. 10:00 pm.

Friend Zone. Nardi’s, Long Beach Island. 10:00 pm.

Stealing Savanah. Bird and Betty’s, Beach Haven. 10:30 pm – 1:30 pm.

Remember to arrive early for popular events, bring plenty of water and sunscreen, and most importantly, take time to soak in those magical moments when the island comes together to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Whether this is your first 4th of July on LBI or your fiftieth, the memories you make this weekend will be treasured long after the summer sun sets. Happy Independence Day from all of us here on Long Beach Island!

The magic of summer evenings on Long Beach Island comes alive with the return of our beloved Free Summer Concert Series. This year’s lineup promises to deliver unforgettable musical experiences across multiple venues, from the bayside breezes of Ship Bottom’s Waterfront Park to the oceanfront atmosphere of Long Beach’s beach fire pits. Whether you’re looking to unwind after a day at the beach or seeking family-friendly entertainment under the stars, these concerts offer something for every musical taste, featuring everything from classic rock tributes to tropical island vibes.

Every Monday at 7:00 pm

Bay Breeze Park in Barnegat Light

• June 30 – Epic Soul
• July 7 – The Chris Fritz Band
• July 14 – The Kootz
• July 21 – Tequila Rose
• July 28 – Shorty Long
• August 4 – No Discipline
• August 11 – Pure Petty
• August 18 – Bullzeye
• August 25 – Facedown
• August 29 (Friday) – The Danksters

Every Wednesday – Two Venues

Sunset Park in Harvey Cedars (6:30 pm)

• July 9 – Mushmouth
• July 15 – Tequila Rose
• July 23 – Chevy Lopez
• July 30 – The Pickles
• August 6 – Ty Mares & The Metaphoricals
• August 13 – Riptide

Veteran’s Park in Beach Haven (7:30 pm)

• June 25 – The Pickles
• July 2 – Tequila Rose Band
• July 9 – Jimmy & The Parrots
• July 16 – Rave-Ons
• July 23 – Diablo Sandwich Band
• July 30 – The Suyat Band
• August 6 – The Kootz
• August 13 – Carnaby Street
• August 20 – McLean Ave Band
• August 27 – Gypsy Moon Duet

Thursdays at 6:30 pm – Two Venues

Wooden Jetty Beach in Holgate

• July 3 – Rob Connolly
• July 10 – Josh Werner Band
• July 17 – Ty Mares Trio
• July 24 – Gypsy Moon
• July 31 – Sahara & Zinnia Moon
• August 7 – Jack Mangan Band
• August 14 – Pentley Holmes
• August 21 – Allison Stella
• August 28 – James Gate

Waterfront Park in Ship Bottom

• July 3 – The Jersey Tenors
• July 10 – Simmerr
• July 17 – Dread Pilot Roberts
• July 24 – Tequila Rose Band
• July 30 – The Counterfeiters
• August 7 – Chris Fritz Band
• August 14 – The Verdict
• August 21 – Danny’s 52nd St. Band
• August 28 – Jimmy & The Parrots

Fridays & Sundays

68th Street Beach Fire Pits in Long Beach Township

Fridays at 7:00 pm

• June 27 – Suit & Mai Tai
• July 4 – The Royals
• July 11 – Man Down
• July 18 – Glenn Roberts Band
• July 25 – Frontiers
• August 1 – Chris Fritz Band
• August 8 – Who Brought the Dog
• August 15 – Garden State Radio
• August 22 – The Pickles
• August 29 – Sneak Attack

Sundays at 12:00 pm

• June 29 – Bryan Hansen Band
• July 6 – Acoustricats
• July 13 – Naughty Pines
• July 20 – Chevy Lopez
• July 27 – East Two Three
• August 3 – Gypsy Moon
• August 10 – Jimmy Brogan Band
• August 17 – Black Ties
• August 24 – Innlet
• August 31 – DJ Lotta

Pack your beach chairs, grab your friends and family, and join us for what promises to be another spectacular season of free outdoor entertainment. These concerts offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy the island’s welcoming energy while discovering new artists and reconnecting with familiar favorites. Don’t miss this chance to create lasting summer memories on beautiful Long Beach Island. Admission is always free, but the experiences are priceless.