BERKELEY – The line-up of free concerts held throughout the summer have been announced.
Most of the events will be held at Veterans Park, 489 Forest Hills Parkway, Bayville. There is one noted below that is held on the barrier island.
The concerts are free to the public, and parking is also free. Town officials encourage you to bring lawn chairs and blankets, and make an evening of it.
The concert area is surrounded by local nonprofits selling meals, snacks, and refreshments. These serve as a major fundraiser for these organizations.
For more information, visit btrec.org.
Wednesday, July 2. Jukebox Legends 6 to 7 p.m.; Naked Jake Band 7:30 to 9 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. after the show.
Jukebox Legends prides itself as being “New Jersey’s #1 50s, 60s & 70s Tribute Group.”
Naked Jake Band plays a variety of rock hits with their own specific vibe.
Wednesday, July 16. Nu Rhythm 6 to 7 p.m.; We May Be Right (Billy Joel tribute) 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, July 30. Sketchy Medicine 6 to 7 p.m.; Mid-Life Crisis 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sketchy Medicine bills themselves as “A classic rock-n-roll band to soothe your musical needs.”
Mid-Life Crisis says they are “New Jersey’s premier rock, dance and party and wedding band serving the greater tri-state area.”
Wednesday, August 13. Chris Yoder Band 6 to 7 p.m.; Suit & Mai Tai 7:30 to 9 p.m.
The Chris Yoder Band promises an acoustic experience that is “A little rock; a little country; ALL heart.”
Suit & Mai Tai will be “performing yacht rock classics with a twist of YOUR rock ‘n roll favorites!”
Saturday, August 23. Alotta Colada, advertised as “NJ’s premier island band,” will perform from 5 to 8 p.m. As opposed to the other performances that are part of the Sounds of Summer Concert Series, this will be held at White Sands Beach, 23rd Avenue, in the South Seaside Park section of town.
Saturday, September 20. Slap Happy opening for Garden State Groove 12 to 8 p.m. This will be during Founder’s Day.
Slap Happy is from Ocean County, describing themselves as “a fun party band with a music library that will satisfy all age groups. We cover a variety of songs and genres from The Beatles to Godsmack.”
Garden State Groove “brings the party with a high energy show, playing the most contemporary hits. With a widely diverse repertoire that pays tribute to the memorable hits of the decades from the 70s up to the latest chart toppers elevates events.” Additionally, Berkeley’s San Gennaro Festival will be on Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21.
