Concerts in New Jersey 2026-2027

Trending Concerts in New Jersey

Popular Music Venues in New Jersey

Most Exciting Musical Concerts Scheduled in New Jersey This Season

There are a lot of exciting upcoming concerts in New Jersey this season, with something for every taste — from chart-topping pop to funk, R&B, and classic rock. Pop superstars the Jonas Brothers (Dec 21, 2026) headline the Prudential Center in Newark as part of their Burning Up Tour All Over Again. Expect an arena-sized singalong, so grab your tickets early.

No Doubt frontwoman Gwen Stefani on Nov 20, 2026 is also stopping by, bringing her solo hits to the Borgata Event Center in Atlantic City. If ska-pop anthems and chart-topping bangers are your thing, this is a night not to miss.

Fans of soul and funk are spoiled for choice too. Legendary hitmakers Earth, Wind & Fire (Dec 11, 2026) play the Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena in Atlantic City, followed by reggaeton pioneer Don Omar on Mar 03, 2027 and his The Last King World Tour at the Prudential Center.

Looking further ahead, hip-hop icon LL COOL J (Nov 29, 2026) headlines the Rock The Bells Festival at the Prudential Center, while rock legends Foreigner on Apr 28, 2027 cap off the season with their Celebrating Fifty Years show at The Wellmont Theater in Montclair.

Which Venues Host the Most Popular Concerts in New Jersey?

Most of the New Jersey concerts happen in Newark, while cities like Sayreville, Morristown, Montclair, and Red Bank keep the Garden State's music scene buzzing all year long.

The Prudential Center in Newark is the state's premier arena, hosting chart-topping tours and marquee names on one of the biggest stages in the region. 

For something with a grittier, high-energy edge, the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville is a beloved standby, delivering rock, punk, and rising acts in an intimate general-admission setting that fans adore. 

Up in Montclair, The Wellmont Theater pairs vintage charm with a lively, up-close atmosphere, making it a favorite stop for touring artists across every genre. 

The Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) in Morristown and the Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center in Red Bank round out the list, both boasting packed calendars of concerts, comedy, and live performances. In fact, you can find something to attend this weekend itself!

Choosing the Right Concert for You

If you’re having trouble deciding between all the NJ concerts taking place, here are some tips to narrow down your list:

Consider the venue’s location, travelling distance, parking and hotel availablity, etc. There’s bound to be amazing concerts near you which don’t involve you travelling halfway across the state and spending a fortune in the process.

Get your calendar and pin down all the dates you definitely can and can’t make.

Know your music taste and filter music concerts by genre. If your favourite bands aren’t playing, Concerts50 will always recommend a similar artist that is!

Explore artist line ups and check out the setlists and support bands before booking your tickets.

Check reviews of the venue beforehand to make sure it’s the best fit for you. The venue might impose age restrictions, may not be disability-accessible, etc.

Find out the best time to visit the venue, and if there are any concurrent exhibitions at the same venue which might spark your interest.

Tips on Finding Concert Tickets Cheaper

Going to gigs can get expensive, so here’s our list of tricks to getting concerts ticket cheaper:

• Compare prices across multiple trusted platforms so you know you’re not missing out on deals, or getting caught out by unusually high service charges.
• Follow your favourite artists and venues on social media to get first dibs on tickets.
• Subscibe to artists’ and venues’ mailing lists for a chance to get discount codes, pre-sale tickets and other surprises.
• Call into radio station giveaways for a chance to win free tickets for you and a friend.
• Check if the venue offers student or group discounts.
• Buy tickets directly from the venue’s box office to avoid online processing fees and service charges.
• Be aware of standard, premium and dynamic pricing on concert tickets. Ticket prices aren’t always the same; low-selling events might drop their prices dramatically!

How to Prepare for a Concert in New Jersey

All you really need to prepare for a concert in New Jersey are your tickets. But here are some additional tips on what to and not to do when going to a music gig:

1. Keep valuables secured in an inside pocket or small concealed bag, away from pick-pockets.
2. Be aware of venue policies, e.g. most venues won’t allow entry to ticketholders with large bags as a security measure.
3. Outside food and drink are usually prohibited within venues, so leave your reusable water bottle at home.
4. Plan your transportation in advance; including booking cabs, train tickets, hotel rooms etc.
5. Leave any expensive jewellery or clothes at home in case they get lost.
6. Dress light; it’s bound to get hot in the crowd.
7. Wear noise-reducing earplugs to reduce hearing damage from extended, loud noise.
8. Find somewhere to eat before entering the venue.

Why Use Concerts50 to Book Your Next Music Concert?

At Concerts50, we make the gig-booking process simpler than ever before. With over 130,000 concerts listed on our site, all you need to do is filter events by date, state, genre or venue to find the ultimate gigs near you. And if you’re not sure what you want to see next, just sort events by popularity to see the trending gigs in your city which you just can’t miss. We update our listings regularly and source tickets only from trustworthy partners in the music space.

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