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The North to Shore Festival at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Dates: 6/13/2026 - 6/28/2026
📍 Theatre: New Jersey Performing Arts Center
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The North to Shore Festival returns for its fourth year from June 13 to June 28, 2026, showcasing music, comedy, and community arts across New Jersey’s vibrant cities of Newark and Asbury Park. Produced by the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), this festival highlights the state’s local talent while offering world-class performances at renowned venues, including the Prudential Arena and the Stone Pony Summer Stage. The festival also emphasizes social outreach, particularly through initiatives addressing food insecurity, solidifying its role as a cornerstone of New Jersey’s cultural landscape.
Cast and Creative Team for The North to Shore Festival at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Creative Team
David Rodriguez
Executive Producer
Dr. Sherri-Ann Butterfield
Senior Vice President, Social Impact
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
Producer
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Partner
Prudential Financial
Sponsor
NJM Insurance Group
Sponsor
United Airlines
Sponsor
Mosaic / NJ Advance Media
Sponsor
News About The North to Shore Festival at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
NORTH TO SHORE FESTIVAL to Return for Fourth Summer With Hundreds of Free Events
June 22, 2026 NJPAC's NORTH TO SHORE FESTIVAL returns for its fourth summer with hundreds of free events across Asbury Park, Newark, and Atlantic City, featuring big-name artists, local talent, and community performances.
NORTH TO SHORE FESTIVAL to Bring Janelle Monae, Primus & More to Asbury Park
June 12, 2026 The North to Shore Festival is underway in Asbury Park and Newark, featuring concerts by Janelle Monae, Primus, Brian Fallon, and Yellowcard alongside hundreds of free public events at venues including Stone Pony and NJPAC.
AN EVENING WITH OCTOBER LONDON AND ERIC BENÉT to Come to NJPAC
June 03, 2026 October London and Eric Benét are set to perform at NJPAC in Newark as part of the North to Shore Festival, bringing a night of soul and R&B to the stage.
René Vaca to Perform at NJPAC During North to Shore Festival
May 07, 2026 Comedian René Vaca will perform at New Jersey Performing Arts Center as part of the North to Shore Festival. The June performance will bring Vaca’s stand-up comedy to Prudential Hall during the multi-city New Jersey festival.
North to Shore Festival Reveals 2026 Community Arts Awards for NJ Artists
April 22, 2026 The North to Shore Festival announced its 2026 Community Arts Awards, spotlighting New Jersey artists and organizations across more than 80 events, including concerts, poetry readings, art exhibits, and dance workshops.
NORTH TO SHORE FESTIVAL Set to Return Summer 2026
January 27, 2026 The North to Shore Festival will return in Summer 2026, featuring a lineup of performances across various genres and venues, celebrating arts and culture in a vibrant community setting.
NJPAC Creates Memorable Moment for Lung Transplant Recipient at Kumail Nanjiani Comedy Show
July 29, 2025 The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) recently created a one-of-a-kind experience for lung transplant recipient Dawn Burke, who attended Kumail Nanjiani’s Doing This Again comedy show on Saturday, June 21, as part of the third annual Prudential North to Shore Festival in Newark.
GARDEN STATE LIVE! to Spotlight Rising New Jersey Artists at Hard Rock Atlantic City
June 30, 2025 The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and the Prudential North to Shore Festival are teaming up to launch Garden State Live!, a new monthly concert series showcasing some of New Jersey’s most promising musical talents.
Latin Superstars Prince Royce & Wisin Perform At Boardwalk Hall Arena This June
April 22, 2024 As part of the North to Shore Festival presented by Prudential, there will be a Latin takeover. Two of the biggest superstars, Prince Royce and Wisin, will perform their biggest hits at Boardwalk Hall Arena on Friday, June 21st, at 8 p.m.
Construction Underway on Redesign of Arts Center's Chambers Plaza and Installation of New Essex County Green
April 22, 2024 The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced that construction on the redesign of Chambers Plaza — the outdoor space in front of the downtown Newark theater complex — began on April 17.
Matchbox 20 With Special Guest Andy Grammer Set To Perform At Prudential Center
April 11, 2024 Newark, Get Ready to experience the unique blend of music and entertainment at the North to Shore festival, proudly sponsored by Prudential.
Apply Now for the North to Shore Music Festival Creators Grant
October 12, 2023 Apply for the North to Shore Music Festival Creators Grant and join a diverse group of artists, musicians, poets, and businesses in showcasing local NJ talent. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this exciting event!
INAUGURAL NORTH TO SHORE FESTIVAL Doubles In Size For 2023
May 09, 2023 Hundreds of New Jersey artists will take center stage at more than 60 new events added to the lineup of the inaugural North to Shore Festival, the three-city, three-weekend summer celebration of the arts, film and tech slated for June 2023.
Resorts Casino Hotel plays host to Remember Jones - Bat out of Hell Live
April 27, 2023 As part of the North to Shore Festival announced recently by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy at NJPAC’s Prudential Hall, the popular Meat Loaf & Jim Steinman tribute band (Remember Jones – Bat of Hell Live) will perform inside the Superstar Theatre.
Jazmine Sullivan, Jhene Aiko And Queen Naija Set To Perform At The Prudential Center In Newark
April 04, 2023 Multi-Grammy-nominated powerhouse singer/songwriter Jazmine Sullivan, Hot off the heels with her blockbuster new release earning her two Soul Train Awards (Album of the Year and Best R&B/Soul Female Artist) and receiving three Grammy Awards nominations (Best R&B Album, Best R&B Performance, and Best R&B Song for 'Pick Up Your Feelings') will be performing her hits in Atlantic City on June 10th.About the Theatre
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What shows are coming up next at New Jersey Performing Arts Center?
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Ben Folds with New Jersey Symphony (06/13/26-06/13/26)
New Jersey Ballet - New Voices. Bold Visions. (04/24/26-04/25/26)
Nimbus Dance & NJ Symphony Present Firebird and Dark Water (03/07/25-03/09/25)
Backstage Pathways (10/03/24-05/17/24)
Hillary Clinton Live (09/17/24-09/17/24)
New Jersey Ballet - New Voices. Bold Visions. (04/24/26-04/25/26)
Nimbus Dance & NJ Symphony Present Firebird and Dark Water (03/07/25-03/09/25)
Backstage Pathways (10/03/24-05/17/24)
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