With just under six months remaining until Sea.Hear.Now, we’re already envisioning the sand beneath our feet, the sun’s warmth on our backs, and the vibrant music filling the air.
Asbury Park’s annual celebration — returning to North Beach on September 19-20 — has just unveiled its 2026 lineup of performers, and as anticipated, it has sparked considerable excitement.
Prominent acts gracing this year’s roster include the effortlessly cool garage rockers The Strokes, beloved folk-pop group Mumford and Sons, ’90s mainstays Goo Goo Dolls, rebellious party-starters The Offspring, and the legendary R&B diva Chaka Khan.
They will be joined on stage by The War on Drugs, Pixies, Moby, Fontaines D.C., and The All-American Rejects.
The two-day festival also features performances by Shaggy, Men At Work, Ziggy Marley, Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles, and Sonic Youth icon Kim Gordon.
In total, 30 musical acts (specifically 15 each day) are slated to perform in Springsteen’s cherished hometown this September.
Beyond the impressive array of artists, Sea.Hear.Now also showcases professional surfers, a variety of captivating art installations, and, notably, the iconic Stokehenge, described by Live For Live Music in their extensive 2024 event recap as “an area dedicated to murals painted on wooden walls by local artists.”
The culinary offerings were also highlighted, featuring BBQ, pizza, tacos, banh mi, burgers, and numerous vegan selections.
“The audience was, as promised, quite relaxed,” Mr. Hipster commented in an candid review of last year’s S.H.N. “The festival grounds were, true to form, exceptionally clean and well-organized. Even the portable restrooms were of the deluxe variety, equipped with flushing mechanisms. Water stations with ample spigots were readily available for refilling bottles…and every festival worker was incredibly friendly.”
Passes will first become available through a pre-sale beginning Thursday, March 26 at 10 am EST via Ticketmaster, but can already be purchased on reputable secondary market platforms like StubHub and Vivid Seats.
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Sea.Hear.Now tickets
All single and multi-day Sea.Hear.Now dates, along with links to acquire tickets, can be found below.
Sea.Hear.Now 2026 lineup
You’ve likely noted our mention of 30 acts on this year’s bill. To ensure you have the full picture, here’s every single one of them, presented through Sea.Hear.Now’s beautifully designed poster:
Major music festivals in 2026
Even though Easter is still some time away, many of this year’s premier festivals have already generously unveiled their eagerly anticipated 2026 lineups. Below, discover five events that are already creating significant buzz.
| Essential 2026 Music Festivals |
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| Coachella Music and Arts Festival April 10-12 and April 17-19 at Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Turnstile, Sombr, The Strokes |
| BottleRock Music Festival May 22-24 at the Napa Valley Expo in Napa Valley, CA Backstreet Boys, Foo Fighters, Lorde, LCD Soundsystem, Lil Wayne |
| Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival June 11-14 at the Manchester Farm in Bonnaroo, TN The Strokes, Skrillex, Noah Kahan, Turnstile, Teddy Swims |
| Hinterland Music Festival July 30 through Aug. 2 at the Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater in Saint Charles, IA Lorde, Mumford and Sons, The Format, Geese, Suki Waterhouse |
| Bourbon and Beyond Sept. 24-27 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY Mumford & Sons, Foo Fighters, Chris Stapleton, Dave Matthews Band, Kacey Musgraves |
Seeking even more live music experiences? Explore our comprehensive guide to all the biggest artists touring in 2026 to find the perfect performance for you.
This article was authored by Matt Levy, a live events reporter for the New York Post. Levy keeps current on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway premieres, sporting events, and various other live shows – and uncovers excellent ticket prices online. Since commencing his role at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, among other notable contributions. Please be aware that deals may expire, and all prices are subject to change.