BERKELEY – Now in its 20th year, the Sounds of Summer, a free concert series put on by Berkeley Township, begins on June 26.
Most concerts, unless noted, are held at Veterans Park on Veterans Boulevard. All concerts are free to the public, with free parking. It’s a good idea to bring your own chairs and blankets.
Refreshment vendors will be at the park. These booths are run by local civic organizations that use these concerts as fundraising opportunities.
The Mayor’s School Supply Drive will also be taking place during the concerts. The Recreation Department booth will be collecting new school supplies and monetary donations to by supplies for the children in town. Donors will receive raffle tickets for one of four $25 Visa gift cards to be raffled off on Community Pride Day.
Here is a list of recreation events taking place throughout the township this summer, although not all of them are run by the town:
Wednesday, June 26, 6 p.m.
Garden State Radio
Opening act: Rock N’ Rhythm
Fireworks after the show at 9 p.m.
Wednesday, July 10, 6 p.m.
The Duprees
Atlantic City Headliner Gerard Esposito
Fireworks after the show at 9 p.m.
Wednesday, July 24, 6 p.m.
Beginnings, the Ultimate Chicago Tribute Band
Opening Act: Sounds of the Street
Fireworks after the show at 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 27, starting at 11 a.m.
Soulsational
Day-long activities such as live music, health and wellness, and family entertainment. Soulsational.info
Wednesday, July 31, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
13th Annual Summer Beach Party
Featuring: Alotta Colada
Different location: the beach at 23rd Avenue, South Seaside Park
Wednesday, Aug. 7, 6 p.m.
Night Out Against Crime
7:30 p.m. concert: The Infernos
Fireworks after the show at 9 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 10, noon to 8 p.m.
Family Unity Day
Rides, contests, talent show
Different location: 3rd Avenue in Manitou Park
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 6 p.m.
Wanted DOA, Bon Jovi Tribute Band
Opening Act: Julian & Dominique
Fireworks after the show at 9 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 7, 11 a.m.
Community Pride Day
Rides, games, vendors for families (fee for rides)
5:30 p.m.: Opening Act: Jukebox Legends
7:30 p.m.: Featuring: New Power Soul
Fireworks after the show at 9 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Car Show by United Car Clubs of Ocean County
Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 15
Saturday, Sept. 14
JonMarco Gaydos Action Sports Competition
Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 15
