While New Jersey has been the home of several festivals in the past, one new festival is looking to take over the whole state rather than one specific venue.

Announced today, the North 2 Shore Festival will take place in three major cities throughout June: Atlantic City (June 7–11), Asbury Park (June 14–18) and Newark (June 21–25). The festival will feature a slew of musical performances, comedy sets, and film screenings from talent such as Halsey, Natalie Merchant, Bill Burr. The full lineup can be seen below. More events will be added leading up to the festival.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy said this about the festival:

“This superstar event, held over three weekends in June, will attract folks from all over, creating another great reason for tourists to visit the Garden State as well as opportunities for local businesses in three of our iconic cities to shine. These festivals will generate economic activity and have a significant impact on our region and we look forward to shining a light on the diversity, creativity, and energy that makes New Jersey unique this summer.”

Tickets for North 2 Shore Festival will go on sale to the general public this Friday (March 17). More information about the festival can be found here.

Atlantic City events

Gavin DeGraw & Colbie Caillat

June 9, 2023 – Adrian Phillips Theater | Boardwalk Hall

Multi-platinum, two-time Grammy winning singer/songwriter Colbie Caillat and Platinum recording artist Gavin DeGraw bring their hit “We Both Know” to the Atlantic City Boardwalk.

• Montclair Film | Beach Screening: Black Panther, Wakanda Forever

June 9, 2023 - Chicken Bone Beach at Playground Pier

Grab a seat on the sand for a free sunset screening of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, sponsored by the Montclair Film Festival.

• Montclair Film | Beach Screening: Top Gun, Maverick

June 10, 2023 - Chicken Bone Beach at Playground Pier

The need for speed returns. The Montclair Film Festival sponsors a free screening of Top Gun: Maverick.

• Ladies Night Out Comedy Tour: Loni Love, Jess Hilarious, B. Simone, Jackie Fabulous, Nene Leakes

Sunday, June 11, 2023 - Boardwalk Hall, Adrian Phillips Theater

Four queens of comedy tear it up in AC this summer with The Ladies Night Out Comedy Tour, featuring Jess Hilarious, B. Simone, Jackie Fabulous + special guest Loni Love.

• Remember Jones

June 10, 2023 - Resorts Casino Hotel, Superstar Theater

You’re sure to remember the spectacular showmanship of NJ’s own soul/pop singer/storyteller Remember Jones.

• Jay Wheeler

Saturday, June 10, 2023 - Tropicana

Considered the new urban music superstar, Puerto Rican reggaeton singer/songwriter Jay Wheeler is his fans’ "La Vox Favorita.”

ADDITIONAL EVENTS

• DJ Chiko and DJ Shino

June 9-11, 2023 - El Charro

Grab a margarita and dance the night away with DJ Chiko and DJ Shino, two of the hottest DJs in town.

• Jazz Brunch: Tony Day Trio

June 11, 2023 - Kelsey’s Supper Club

Fancy a bit of jazz with your Sunday Brunch? Head over to Kelsey’s Supper Club for a morning of great music and delicious food.

• Quizzo

June 7, 2023 - Tennessee Ave Beer Hall

Are you ready to get your trivia on? Grab a team and get yourself over to the Tennessee Ave Beer Hall for Quizzo.

• Open Mic with Live Band

June 8, 2023 – Kelsey’s Supper Club

Head to our weekly open mic (featuring a live backing band) and show off your musical skills!

• Yuengs, Wings, & Zings Comedy and Open Mic with Michelle Tomko

June 8, 2023 - Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

Get laughing and share a song at Yuengs, Wings, and Zings Open Mic, hosted by Michelle Tomko.

• Amanda and Teddy Duo

June 9, 2023 - Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

The Amanda and Teddy Duo provide just the right amount of smooth with their original soul + rock tunes.

• North 2 Shore Opening Night Dance Party | Featuring Joe McGinty & The Losers Lounge

Saturday, June 9, 2023 - The Anchor Rock Club

Bust out your best moves at the N2S opening dance party with The Loser’s Lounge performing the top pop music from 60s, 70s + 80s.

• Miss Canteloupe / Molly Ringworm

June 9, 2023 - The Anchor Rock Club

Catch Miss Cantaloupe and Molly Ringworm, two female-fronted indie rock acts that will blow your mind.

• Anthony Krizan Band

June 10, 2023 - Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

Anthony Krizan (The Spin Doctors) goes solo with soulful, swampy rock & roll.

• Resurrextion: Allman Brothers Tribute Band

June 10, 2023- Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

Ready for some classic Allman Brothers? Head down to the Tennessee Beer Garden for tribute band Resurrextion.

• Weir Wolves Bob Weir Tribute

June 11, 2023 - Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

Head on down to the Tennessee Beer Garden for the Bob Weir tribute band, Weir-Wolves.

Asbury Park events

Brian Fallon

June 14, 2023 - Stone Pony Summer Stage

NJ’s Brian Fallon of The Gaslight Anthem strips it down this summer with an intimate singer/songwriter performance showcasing the joy of living in the moment.

• TechUnited: BetterCapital Conference

Thursday June 15, 2023 - Asbury Lanes

Celebrate and explore technology with other top innovators at the TechUnited: BetterCapital Conference on June 15 at Asbury Lanes.

• TechUnited: Catalyst Awards

Thursday June 15, 2023 - Asbury Lanes

Celebrate entrepreneurs at the Catalyst Awards Ceremony June 15 in Asbury Park with North2Shore.

• Demi Lovato

June 16, 2023 - Stone Pony Summer Stage

Get ready for pop-rock powerhouse Demi Lovato to bring the house down with raw honesty and pure passion this summer.

• The B-52’s

June 17, 2023 - Stone Pony Summer Stage

American new wave sensation The B-52s are bringing their pop music lovefest to the Summer Stage.

• Nicole Atkins

June 16, 2023 - The Wonder Bar

Shore native Nicole Atkins brings her unique fusion of Broadway theatricality, classic rock, 60s psychedelia + plenty of soul to the stage this summer.

• The Smithereens with Marshall Crenshaw

June 17, 2023 - The Wonder Bar

The Smithereens and Marshall Crenshaw bring catchy 1960s-influenced pop-rock tunes with attitude to the Jersey Shore.

• Clarence Clemons Celebration

June 18, 2023 - The Wonder Bar

Jarod Clemons and the Late Nights pay tribute to the Big Man himself, Clarence Clemons, at the legendary Wonder Bar in Asbury Park.

ADDITIONAL EVENTS

• Westside Wednesday

June 14, 2023 - Asbury Park Library

An Evening of Springwood Ave. Art (featuring Turf Club Photography Collection) Presented by The Turf Club/Asbury Park African American Music Project.

• Sensational Soul Cruisers

June 14, 2023 - Wonder Bar

When you want to shake your groove thing, New Jersey’s own Sensational Soul Cruisers is just the ticket.

• Dentist/Little Hag/Low Light

June 15, 2023 - The Wonder Bar

It’s a three-in-one as Dentist, Little Hag, and Low Light share a bill to rock Asbury Park at The Wonder Bar for N2S.

• Brick + Mortar

June 16, 2023 - The House of Independents

Don't miss the sick beats, brilliant tunes + off-the-hook performances by Jersey’s own Brick + Mortar.

• Vintage Turf Club Show

June 16, 2023 - Turf Club

The Turf Club is back and ready for rejuvenation. Celebrate the West Side of Asbury Park with Asbury Park

African American Music Project.

• Old School Dance party featuring the Bouie Brothers Disco Dance Party

June 17-18, 2023 - Springwood Avenue Park

Shake your groove thing at the Old School Dance Party featuring the Bouie Brothers Disco, presented by The Turf Club/Asbury Park African American Music Project.

Newark events

Halsey with Live String Ensemble

Wednesday, June 21 and Thursday, June 22, 2023 – NJPAC, Prudential Hall

A special two-night only engagement to benefit arts programs and arts education across New Jersey.

• Santana

Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - Prudential Center

When Santana shows up with that signature Latin-blues-rock groove, you know you’re in for an electrifying experience.

• Alanis Morissette with special guest Aimee Mann

Thursday, June 22, 2023 - Prudential Center

Alt-rock goddess Alanis Morissette returns to New Jersey for an exclusive metro area performance with special guest Aimee Mann.

• Daymond John - A Better Future for All, Starts with Entrepreneurship TechUnited: BetterX Summit

June 22, 2023 – NJPAC, Victoria Theater

Daymond John comes to North2Shore to share the philosophies and practices that have helped him in his continued success.

• Marisa Monte

Friday, June 23, 2023 – NJPAC, Prudential Hall

Experience multi-Latin GRAMMY® winner Marisa Monte’s sophisticated swirl of Brazilian pop, rock and samba.

• Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes

Friday, June 23, 2023 – NJPAC, Victoria Theater

Straight from the Jersey Shore… get on your feet with Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes!

• Bill Burr

Saturday, June 24, 2023 - Prudential Center

American comedian, podcaster and actor Bill Burr is bringing his irreverent, self-deprecating brand of humor to the Garden State.

• Stephen Colbert and Jim Gaffigan

Saturday, June 24, 2023 – NJPAC, Prudential Hall

Join comedians Stephen Colbert and Jim Gaffigan for an evening of conversation between two of the wittiest and most insightful voices in the biz.

• Ross Mathews

June 25, 2023 - Victoria Theater

The hilarious Ross Mathews joins North2Shore at the Victoria Theater June 25 for a night of storytelling, comedy + fun.

• Natalie Merchant

Sunday, June 25, 2023 – NJPAC, Prudential Hall

Folk rock singer/songwriter Natalie Merchant of 10,000 Maniacs mesmerizes audiences with her strong, clear voice, heart-on-her-sleeve lyrics + catchy melodies. This will be a very special performance with The Orchestra of St. Luke’s.

ADDITIONAL EVENTS

• NIFF: 4/26/92 Screening: “4/26/92”

June 21, 2023 – City Plex

Newark International Film Festival screens “4/26/92”, an iconic film about the days leading up to the LA riots of 1992.

• NIFF Lighting for Film and Television

June 22, 2023 - The Atrium @ 744 Broad Street

Learn how to light your set for film and television from professional lighting designers in the industry.

• NIFF Screening: DAME DASH STUDIOS

June 22, 2023 – City Plex

Dame Dash Studios premiers a new film at the Newark International Film Festival June 22.

• NIFF Special Screening

June 22, 2023 - City Plex

Newark International Film Festival premiers a special screening with top Hollywood Talent. Secure your seat today!

• NIFF Acting Workshop with Tobias Truvillian

June 22, 2023 - Express Newark

Tobias Truvillian leads this workshop on the craft of acting and how to achieve your goals as a performer.

• Leading Men in Hollywood Panel

June 23, 2023

NIFF brings you a sit-down chat with Lance Gross, Jay Ellis, Tobias Truvillian, Larenz Tate, J. Alphonse Nicholson.

• Leading Women in Hollywood Panel

June 24, 2023

Sit down with Hollywood’s Leading Ladies Michelle Mitchenor, Logan Browning, Eva Marcille, and Brandee Evans as part of NIFF at North2Shore.

• NIFF Acting Workshop with Wendy McKenzie

June 24, 2023 - Express Newark

Acting coach and entrepreneur Wendy McKenzie leads this informal acting workshop to talk about the what, who, how, and why of acting.

• From Hip Hop to Hollywood Celebrity Panel

June 24, 2023

Newark International Film Festival presents From Hip Hop to Hollywood with Dupre (DoItAll) Kelly, Redman, Ludacris + Lady London.