The scenic Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is back for another season of outdoor concerts with a summer 2026 concert lineup that features rock bands, pop stars, rappers, and country stars alike. Concerts will take place from June to September.
Located in Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh, Jones Beach is one of the main outdoor theaters located just east of the five boroughs. First built in 1952 for live theater performances, the venue underwent a its first major transformation in the 1980s to hold concerts.
A second major renovation took place after Hurricane Sandy in 2012, when the seating areas were repaired following major flooding. In 2024, it was renovated again to bring VIP seating, improve the stage, and increase food and beverage areas.
This summer will be jam-packed with shows from the first week of June, kicking off the summer with a bang. Festivals, anniversaries, and world tours come across 48 shows, making for a summer full of music.
Fri, June 6 – Triumph
Triumph will kick off the summer on their Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded tour. This will be their first tour in North America in 38 years in celebration of their 50th anniversary. Members of the original band are set to be a part of the performance. Find tickets here.
Mon, Jun 8 – Kesha
Kesha will be performing on her Freedom tour to promote her album “Period.” This is the first album of hers to be released under her own independent label, which received positive reviews. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Jun 18 – Ashanti & Trey Songz
Ashanti and Trey Songz will co-headline their Girls Night Out tour throughout the summer. The pair will perform different hits from their respective catalogues across the country. Find tickets here.
Fri, Jun 19 – Yacht Rock Revue
Cover band Yacht Rock Revue will be performing on their PRIMETIME tour. The band will perform yacht rock hits from the 70s and 80s throughout the night. Find tickets here.
Sat, Jun 20 – Riley Green
Riley Green will be performing on his Cowboy As It Gets tour. Special guests Justin Moore, Drake White, and Hannah McFarland will be joining him. Find tickets here.
Tues, Jun 23 – James Taylor
James Taylor will be performing on his summer tour with his All-Star supporting band. Taylor will play his folk rock hits across the country, making for an unforgettable evening. Find tickets here.
Weds, Jun 24 – Evanescence
Evanescence will be performing with Spiritbox and Nova Twins. Their tour will travel across the country before going to Europe. Poppy and K. Flay will also embark on the tour with the band. Find tickets here.
Sat, Jun 27 – Godsmack
Godsmack will be performing on their Rise of Rock world tour. Special guest Stone Temple Pilots will join the band on the tour across the country. Find tickets here.
Sun, Jun 28 – Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson will be performing on his Surfilmusic tour. It coincides with the documentary of the same name about Johnson’s life as a surfer, filmmaker, and musician. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Jul 2 – Santana & The Doobie Brothers
Santana & The Doobie Brothers will be performing on their Oneness tour. The group will embark on a spiritual and musical journey full of psychedelic rock and blues. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Jul 9 – Lindsey Stirling
Lindsey Stirling will be performing on her Duality Untamed tour. Stirling will not only provide music, but eye-catching choreography with pop and electronic beats. Find tickets here.
Fri, Jul 10 – The Guess Who
The Guess Who will bring special guest Don Felder of The Eagles on their Takin’ It Back tour. The duo will be embarking on the tour for the first time in decades following legal disputes. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Jul 16 – 311 & Dirty Heads
311 and Dirty Heads will be performing on their So Glad You Made It tour. Perfect for the summer, the two groups will deliver surf and reggae rock to the shore, capturing summer vibes to the max. Find tickets here.
Sat, Jul 18 – Train
Train will be performing on their Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere tour. Special guest Barenaked Ladies will be at the show, celebrating their hits from the 2000s. Find tickets here.
Sat, Jul 19 – Toto, Christopher Cross & The Romantics
Toto will bring special guests Christopher Cross and The Romantics on their Dogz of Oz tour. This is the second summer where Toto and Christopher Cross will join forces and a first for The Romantics. Find tickets here.
Tues, Jul 21 – Dave Matthews Band
Dave Matthews Band will be performing on their summer tour. The band will perform their timeless classics to their dedicated fanbase, along with some deep cuts. Find tickets here.
Weds, Jul 22 – Ne-Yo & Akon
Ne-Yo and Akon will co-headline their Nights Like This tour. Ne-Yo and Akon will play their party hits from the 2000s, making for a sizzling summer night in July. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Jul 23 – Chicago & Styx
Chicago and Styx will co-headline their Windy Cities tour. This is the first time the Chicago-based bands will co-headline together, bringing fans of both together. Find tickets here.
Fri, Jul 24 – Tim McGraw (Pawn Shop Guitar Tour)
Tim McGraw will be performing on his Pawn Shop Guitar tour. Special guest 49 Winchester will be opening the show, setting the tone for some country charisma at the venue. Find tickets here.
Sat, Jul 25 – Muse (The Wow! Signal Tour)
Muse will be performing on their Wow! Signal tour. Special guest Bloc Party will join Muse in delivering alternative rock and stunning visuals for the night. Find tickets here.
Sun, Jul 26 – John Mellencamp
John Mellencamp will be performing on his Dancing Words tour, focusing on his greatest hits. From “Jack and Diane” to “Small Town,” there’s at least one song you can’t miss hearing live. Find tickets here.
Fri, Jul 31 – Rod Stewart (One Last Time Tour)
Rod Stewart will be performing on his farewell One Last Time tour. The tour, which originally started in 2024, was extended into 2026, bringing special guest Richard Marx with him. Find tickets here.
Sun, Aug 2 – The Beach Boys
The Beach Boys will be performing on their summer tour. The tour coincides with the 250th anniversary of the country, along with the 60th anniversary of their hit album, “Pet Sounds.” Find tickets here.
Tues, Aug 4 – Five Finger Death Punch
Five Finger Death Punch will be performing on the band’s 20th anniversary tour ahead of the release of their new album. Special guests Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire will accompany the band. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Aug 6 – Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band
Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band will be performing on their Keep The Party Going tour. An important venue to Buffett, the party will keep going with tailgating and sounds of yacht rock on the beach. Find tickets here.
Weds, Aug 12 – Deep Purple & Kansas
Deep Purple will be performing on tour with special guest Kansas. For fans of progressive rock, this is a can’t miss moment for two legendary bands coming together. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Aug 13 – Zach Top
Rising country star Zach Top will be performing on his Cold Beer & Country Music tour. He will be joined by special guest Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives. Find tickets here.
Sun, Aug 16 – Beatstock
Beatstock will be a dance-themed dance festival held at the venue. 80s artists Boy George, Joey McIntyre, C+C Music Factory, and Right Said Fred are expected to appear. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Aug 20 – Howard Jones
Howard Jones will be performing on his own Things Can Only Get Better tour. Special guests Wang Chung, The English Beat, and Modern English will perform as well. Find tickets here.
Fri, Aug 21 – Lynyrd Skynyrd & Foreigner
Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner will be performing on their co-headlining Double Trouble Double Vision tour. Special guest Six Gun Sally will join them in playing their greatest hits. Find tickets here.
Sat, Aug 22 – The Fray & Dashboard Confessional
The Fray will be performing on their Summer of Light tour. Emo band Dashboard Confessional will join them in delivering acoustic pop and rock sounds. Find tickets here.
Tues, Aug 25 – Pitbull & Lil Jon
Pitbull will be performing on his I’m Back tour with special guest Lil Jon. From beginning to end, it will be a full on party as both artists perform their greatest hits. (more) Find tickets here.
Weds, Aug 26 – Chris Stapleton
Country star Chris Stapleton will be performing on his All-American Road Show tour. Special guest Carter Faith will be performing on the tour. Find tickets here.
Fri, Aug 28 – Outlaw Festival
Outlaw Music Festival will make a stop on the beach, bringing country and rock stars such as Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, and The Avett Brothers. Find tickets here.
Sat, Aug 29 – Berzerkus Festival
Berzerkus Music Festival will also make a stop on the beach, bringing hard rock and metal bands such as Lamb of God, Black Label Society, and Down. Find tickets here.
Sun, Aug 30 – Empire of the Sun (Ask That God: Afterlife Tour)
Empire of the Sun will be performing on their Ask That God: Afterlife tour. This will be in support of their latest album, “Ask That God.” Special guest Polo & Pan will perform. Find tickets here.
Sat, Sept 5 – Breaking Benjamin
Breaking Benjamin will be performing on their summer tour. This tour will extend into the fall, with special guests Chevelle, Starset, and Kami Kehoe performing rock hits. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Sept 10 – Lil Wayne
Legendary rapper Lil Wayne will be on tour playing most of his hits from Tha Carter albums. Special guest and frequent collaborator 2 Chainz will also be a part of the celebration. Find tickets here.
Fri, Sept 11 – Jason Aldean
Country star Jason Aldean will be performing on his Songs About Us tour. He will be joined by country artists Chase Matthew, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Dee Jay Silver. Find tickets here.
Sat, Sept 12 – Fogerty & Steve Winwood
John Fogerty and Steve Winwood will be performing on their co-headlining Legacy tour. Both artists will be performing their respective hits from their decades-long music catalogue. Find tickets here.
Sun, Sept 13 – Wu-Tang Clan
Rap group Wu-Tang Clan has extended their farewell tour into the summer. They will be perfroming on their Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber tour. The group will deliver their hip-hop classics, along with each member’s individual songs. Find tickets here.
Mon, Sept 14 – Staind
Staind will be performing on their Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary tour. It will be a night of 2000s rock to remember, with special guests Seether, Hoobastank, and Hinder performing their hits. Find tickets here.
Tues, Sept 15 – TLC, Salt & Pepa, En Vogue
R&B legends TLC, Salt & Pepa, and En Vogue will be performing on their It’s Iconic tour. It is the first time the three influential groups will headline together. Find tickets here.
Thurs, Sept 17 – Dan + Shay
Dan + Shay will be performing on their Young tour. This tour will support their latest album, titled “Young.” Special guests Tyler Hubbard and Josh Ross are set to join. Find tickets here.
Fri, Sept 18 – O.A.R.
O.A.R. will be performing on their Three Decades tour. This will act as the band’s 30th anniversary tour, with singer-songwriters Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall joining the tour. Find tickets here.
Weds, Sept 30 – Logic & G-Eazy
Logic and G-Eazy will close out the summer with their Endless Summer Tour Part II. This will be the second time G-Eazy and Logic co-headline, previously going on the first Endless Summer Tour in 2016. Find tickets here.
The theater is not strictly doing concerts this year. In August, comedians Sebastian Maniscalco, Gabriel Iglesias, and Jeff Dunham will have live shows at the venue. For the full schedule, click here.
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