Summer in Bergen County means free live music almost every night of the week. From the Kasschau Memorial Shell in Ridgewood to Hackensack’s Green, Bergen County summer concerts are one of the best ways to enjoy the season with family, friends, and neighbors. We’ve pulled together every confirmed 2026 series — municipal stages, county park amphitheaters, and bandshell lineups — in one place, updated weekly as new schedules are released.
All events below are free and open to the public unless noted otherwise. Bookmark this page — most towns announce their lineups in May and June, and this guide is updated every week as new concert dates drop.
What’s in This Guide
- Bergen County Parks Concert Series (County-Wide)
- Municipal Concert Series: Town-by-Town Schedules
- More Bergen County Towns: Schedules Coming Soon
- What to Bring
- FAQ: Bergen County Summer Concerts
Bergen County Parks Concert Series 2026
Bergen County Parks runs its own free outdoor concert series each summer across multiple park locations — concerts only, with no admission charge and no tickets required. The 2026 schedule has not yet been officially published but is expected in late May or early June. Based on prior years, the concert season runs Thursday evenings from mid-July through late August.
UPDATE: 2026 Bergen County Parks concert schedule not yet published. Check bergencountynj.gov/press-releases for the official announcement. This guide updates the moment the lineup is live. Looking for outdoor movies at Van Saun and Pascack Brook? Those are covered separately in our Bergen County Outdoor Movies 2026 guide. |
Overpeck County Park Amphitheater — Ridgefield Park
Address: 199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ
The Overpeck County Park Amphitheater is the flagship concert venue in the Bergen County Parks series. Free Thursday evening shows start at 7:00 PM and typically run from mid-July through mid-August. Past lineups have included boyband tributes, Motown classics, Latin orchestra, 80s rock, and Bon Jovi/Journey tribute acts. Bring lawn chairs.
Official schedule: bergencountynj.gov/press-releases
Pascack Brook County Park — Westwood / Emerson
Address: 150 Emerson Road, Westwood, NJ
Pascack Brook County Park hosts Tuesday evening concerts as part of the county series. Past performers have included Motown tribute acts, modern country, R&B, salsa bands, and Taylor Swift tributes. A quieter, more relaxed alternative to Overpeck for Pascack Valley residents.
Official schedule: bergencountynj.gov/press-releases
Wortendyke Barn Museum — Park Ridge
Address: 13 Pascack Road, Park Ridge, NJ
The Wortendyke Barn at Bergen County’s historic landmark hosts Sunday afternoon concerts as part of the county parks programming — a smaller, more intimate setting with performances running into the fall. Check the Bergen County Parks calendar for 2026 Barn concert dates.
Official calendar: bergencountynj.gov/bergen-county-department-of-parks
Bergen County Summer Concerts 2026: Town-by-Town Guide
Bergen County’s municipal concert series are the real backbone of the summer music calendar. Dozens of towns run their own free outdoor lineups all summer long. Here’s everything confirmed for 2026, organized alphabetically.
Crestwood Lake Summer Concert Series — Allendale, NJ
One of Bergen County’s most scenic concert settings — live music right on the lake at Crestwood Lake. Bring a chair, bring a friend, and enjoy a free summer night out. All shows run 7:00–10:00 PM.
Crestwood Lake, Allendale, NJ | Free admission
2026 Schedule:
- Friday, June 19 — Floyd Pink
- Saturday, June 20 — Skye Lark
- Saturday, July 11 — No Drama
- Saturday, July 18 — MidLife Crisis
Bring a chair · No glass permitted · All shows free View on Instagram
Closter — Concert Corner at Closter Plaza
Closter runs its summer concert series at the Concert Corner stage at Closter Plaza. This walkable downtown location makes it easy to grab dinner first and settle in for a show.
Official updates: closterboro.com/article/2854242
Elmwood Park — Summer Concert Series at Field Band Shell
Location: Field Band Shell, 500 Mola Boulevard, Elmwood Park, NJ
Elmwood Park runs one of Bergen County’s most impressive tribute-band lineups every summer at the Field Band Shell on Mola Boulevard. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM. Free admission — bring your lawn chairs. The full 2026 lineup:
- July 7 — Yacht Rock Band (Yacht Rock Tribute)
- July 14 — So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience (starring Robert Neary)
- July 21 — Mayor’s Concert Under the Stars (Bob Miranda & The Happenings)
- July 28 — Dr. K’s Motown Band
- August 4 — The Chiclettes and Bobby Wilson
- August 11 — Bee Gees Gold (Direct from Las Vegas)
- August 18 — Pure McCartney (Paul McCartney Tribute Band)
- August 25 — 60’s Mania (Direct from Las Vegas)
Free admission. Official source: facebook.com/ElmwoodParkNJ
Fort Lee — Music in the Park at Fort Lee Commons
Location: Fort Lee Commons Park, Fort Lee, NJ
Organized by the Business District Alliance of Fort Lee, Music in the Park runs select Friday evenings from 6:00–8:30 PM at Fort Lee Commons. The series stretches further than most — four dates spread from June through September. Bring lawn chairs and the family. The 2026 dates:
- June 12
- July 10
- August 7
- September 18
Specific performers to be announced. Free admission. Official source: bdaftlee.com/music-in-the-park
Fair Lawn — Robert ‘Scooter’ Young Special Events Stage
Location: Memorial Park, Fair Lawn, NJ
Fair Lawn puts on one of the strongest municipal concert lineups in Bergen County every summer. The 2026 lineup at the Robert ‘Scooter’ Young Special Events Stage at Memorial Park includes:
- The Main Event Big Band
- Two Flights Up
- No Surrender Band
- Jersey Sound
- Steppin’ Out Band
- B.D. Lenz All-Stars
- Grupo Warachando
- Here’s Elton (Elton John Tribute)
- Reminisce
- Kover-Up Band
- Cameos
Full schedule and dates: fairlawn.org/concerts
Hackensack — Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Location: The Green, outside Bergen County Courthouse, Hackensack, NJ
Hackensack’s Sounds of Summer runs Friday evenings at 7:00 PM on The Green — the open lawn just outside the Bergen County Courthouse in the heart of downtown. The series covers jazz, soul, swing, and contemporary hits. Rain location: Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC). All events are free.
Updates: hackensack.org
Hasbrouck Heights — Summer Concert Series at Woodland Park
Location: Woodland Park, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Hasbrouck Heights brings three free outdoor concerts to Woodland Park’s pavilion this summer, running Thursday evenings from 6:00–8:00 PM. The 2026 lineup:
- June 25 — Anthony Liguori (Hasbrouck Heights’ own — Elvis’ greatest hits)
- July 23 — The Individuals
- August 20 — The Past Masters
Free admission. Official source: facebook.com/BoroHasbrouckHeightsNJ
Lodi — Summer Concert Series
Lodi’s 2026 summer lineup kicks off in June with three confirmed dates:
- June 12: The Individuals
- June 20: Party of Five
- June 25: FC Inc. / Rock Solid Band
Official source: lodi-nj.org
Midland Park — Library Concert Series
Location: Midland Park Memorial Library, 250 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ
Presented by the Friends of the Midland Park Memorial Library, this free Wednesday evening concert series runs 7:00–8:30 PM on the library grounds. The 2026 lineup includes:
- 7/15 — No Surrender (The Ultimate Springsteen Tribute Band)
- 7/22 — ODB
Lyndhurst — Music Under the Stars
Location: Town Hall Park, Delafield Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ
Lyndhurst’s Music Under the Stars is one of Bergen County’s biggest free outdoor music events — a four-night summer festival at Town Hall Park featuring two bands per night across every genre from ABBA tributes to Chicago, doo-wop, and rock. The 2026 festival runs July 8–11:
Wednesday, July 8
- 7:00–8:30 PM — Jukebox Heroes
- 9:00–10:30 PM — Karly C
Thursday, July 9
- 7:00–8:30 PM — The Duprees
- 9:00–10:30 PM — Stifler’s Mom
Friday, July 10
- 7:00–8:00 PM — Dancing Dream (ABBA Tribute Band)
- 8:30–10:30 PM — The Bronx Wanderers
Saturday, July 11
- 7:00–8:00 PM — Jobonanno & The Godsons
- 8:30–10:30 PM — Chi-Town (Chicago Tribute — Transit Authority)
Free admission. Official source: instagram.com/commissionerdavidmateen
Maywood — Summer Concerts at Memorial Park Band Shell
Location: Memorial Park Band Shell, Grant Avenue, Maywood, NJ
Maywood’s Summer Concerts run on Wednesday evenings from 7:00–8:45 PM at the Memorial Park Band Shell on Grant Avenue. Food trucks on site — bring a chair. Rain policy: check maywoodnj.com after 12:00 PM on the day of the show. The full 2026 lineup:
- June 10 — Reminisce Band (Oldies)
- June 24 — Exit 102 Band (Jersey Rock)
- July 8 — Ladies of the 80s (80s Rock n Roll)
- July 22 — Summer Breeze (Yacht Rock)
- August 5 — Valarie & The Dimensions (Motown & R&B)
- August 19 — Forever Young (Doo Wop)
Free admission. Official source: maywoodnj.com
Mahwah — TD Summer Concert Series at Ramapo College
Location: Bandshell Lawn, Ramapo College of New Jersey, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ
Ramapo College’s TD Summer Concert Series brings free live music to the scenic Bandshell Lawn on the RCNJ campus — one of the most unique outdoor concert settings in Bergen County. Shows run Thursdays in July from 7:00–9:00 PM, with fireworks closing out the opening night. The full 2026 lineup:
- July 9 — The Fabulous Infernos + Fireworks at dusk (America’s #1 Show Band — soul, funk, rock & pop)
- July 16 — Super 70’s Rock Show featuring Super Trans AM (high-octane 70s arena rock tribute)
- July 23 — The Nerds (NJ classic rock/R&B/pop cover band, performing since 1985)
- July 30 — Brian Kirk & the Jirks (legendary Jersey Shore party band)
Free admission. Official source: ramapo.edu/summer-concert
Additional dates to be confirmed — check the library events calendar for the full lineup.
Free entry. Official source: midlandparklibrary.org
Oradell — Summer Concerts 2026
Location: Memorial Field and Schirra Park, Oradell, NJ
Oradell packs six concerts into its summer calendar, most of which run Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM at Memorial Field. The lineup spans country, island, doo-wop, and big band — and the August 9 Tommy’s Bubble Time Summer Show is a standout family pick for younger kids. The full 2026 lineup:
- July 9 — The Counterfeiters — 7:00 PM, Memorial Field
- July 16 — The Country Fresh Band — 7:00 PM, Memorial Field
- July 23 — Dave Patrick & The Island Band — 7:00 PM, Memorial Field
- July 30 — The Chiclettes — 7:00 PM, Memorial Field
- August 9 — Tommy’s Bubble Time Summer Show — 6:30 PM, Memorial Field (family/kids show)
- August 19 — Van Martin & The Big Band — 4:30 PM, Schirra Park
Free admission. Official source: oradell.org/recreation
Terrific Tuesdays Summer Concerts — Paramus Bandshell, Paramus
The Paramus Cultural Arts Council hosts free live music every Tuesday evening, July through August, at the Paramus Bandshell. Shows run 7:00–9:00 PM, and the 2026 lineup covers everything from Billy Joel tributes to disco to modern country — a great low-key summer night for all ages.
116 E. Century Rd., Paramus, NJ | Free admission
2026 Schedule:
- June 30 — North Jersey Concert Band
- July 7 — Suit & Mai Tai Yacht That Rocks!
- July 14 — Midnight Rock Show (Tribute to the Golden Age of Arena Rock)
- July 21 — Disco Divas
- July 28 — Hazzard County (Best of Modern Country)
- August 4 — Captain Jack (Billy Joel Tribute Band)
- August 25 — Dave Fields All Stars (Blues, Rock, Funk, Jazz, Pop & More)
Rain cancellations: call 201-599-ARTS (2787). For full details, visit the Paramus Borough website.
Park Ridge — Summer Concert Series
Location: Memorial Field Covered Pavilion (behind Borough Hall), Park Ridge, NJ
Free outdoor shows every Thursday in August under the covered pavilion behind Borough Hall. One of Bergen County’s most charming municipal setups. The 2026 lineup:
- The Kootz
- Sheridan Ruitin
- London Calling (The Clash Tribute)
- The Big Ones
- North Jersey Concert Band — with fireworks!
Time: Thursdays in August, 6:30–8:00 PM
Official source: parkridgeboro.com/government/news/750-summer-concert-series-2
Paramus — Terrific Tuesdays Concert Series
Location: Paramus Bandshell at the Main Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ
The Paramus Cultural Arts Council’s Terrific Tuesday Summer Concert Series runs Tuesday evenings from 7:00–9:00 PM at the Paramus Bandshell. Presented by the Paramus Cultural Arts Council and sponsored by Valley Hospital. The full 2026 lineup:
- June 30 — North Jersey Concert Band
- July 7 — Suit & Mai Tai (Yacht That Rocks!)
- July 14 — Midnight Rock Show
- July 21 — Disco Divas
- July 28 — Hazzard County
- August 4 — Captain Jack
- August 25 — Dave Fields All Stars
Official source: paramusborough.gov
Ridgewood — Kasschau Memorial Shell
Location: Kasschau Memorial Shell, Ridgewood, NJ
Ridgewood’s Kasschau Memorial Shell runs one of the most ambitious free concert programs in all of Bergen County — two nights a week, every week, from June through early August. Tuesdays run 8:30–10:00 PM, and Thursdays run 7:30–9:30 PM, giving you more than 18 performances across the summer. The 2026 season opens June 4 with the Ridgewood High School Bands. It spans everything from choral music and jazz to Springsteen tributes, Grateful Dead covers, and a Grammy-nominated Latin jazz septet. Standout dates include the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra on June 30, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, and the Dads’ Night Band — Ridgewood’s own — on July 16.
Weather updates are posted by 6:00 PM on show days and the full 2026 lineup can be found at kasschaumemorialshell.com
Rutherford — Lincoln Park Band Shell
- Location: Lincoln Park Band Shell, Rutherford, NJ
- Rutherford’s free outdoor concert series runs Thursday evenings at the Lincoln Park Band Shell.
- Time: Thursdays, July 9–August 20, 7:30–9:30 PM
- Official source: rutherfordboronj.com
Teaneck — Community Band Concert Series
Location: Milton A. Votee Park Bandshell, Palisade Avenue, Teaneck, NJ
Now in its 81st season, the Teaneck Community Band brings free Wednesday evening concerts to Votee Park’s bandshell at 8:00 PM. The band draws from over 100 volunteer musicians and covers a wide range of music, including classical, pop, Broadway, movie themes, and traditional marches. In the event of rain or extreme heat, concerts move to Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 655 Teaneck Road. 2026 dates expected in late June — check teanecknj.gov for the announcement. Official source: teanecknj.gov
Westwood — Summer Concert Series + Community Band
Location: Veterans Memorial Park, Westwood, NJ
Westwood runs two separate concert programs: the Summer Concert Series at the historic bandstand in Veterans Memorial Park, and the Westwood Community Band series. The bandstand regularly draws packed crowds from across the Pascack Valley. 2026 dates confirmed — full lineup to be posted.
Official source: westwoodnj.gov/348/Special-Events
Woodcliff Lake — Woodcliff Wednesdays
Location: Woodcliff Lake Park, Woodcliff Lake, NJ
Woodcliff Wednesdays is a summer staple in the Pascack Valley. The 2026 series runs on Wednesday evenings at Woodcliff Lake Park.
Dates: June 24 – August 12, 2026 (Wednesdays)
Full lineup: wclnj.com
More Bergen County Concerts: Schedules Coming Soon
Many Bergen County towns run summer concert series and are expected to announce their 2026 lineups soon. This list updates weekly as confirmations come in:
- Bergenfield — outdoor concert series
- Emerson — check with the borough
- Englewood — borough events and BergenPAC community programming
- Hillsdale — community events throughout the summer
- Old Tappan — community summer events
- Ramsey — summer concert series
- Saddle Brook — outdoor summer concerts
- Tenafly — summer entertainment programming
- Wyckoff — community outdoor programming
What to Bring to Outdoor Concerts in Bergen County
- Lawn chairs or a large blanket
- Bug spray (essential for July and August evenings)
- A light jacket or layer for after sunset
- Snacks and water — most venues allow outside food
- Cash for food trucks if present
- Arrive 20–30 minutes early — prime lawn spots go fast at popular shows
Frequently Asked Questions: Bergen County Summer Concerts
Are Bergen County summer concerts free?
Yes — virtually all Bergen County municipal concert series and Bergen County Parks concerts are completely free and open to the public. No tickets, no registration, just show up with your lawn chairs.
When do Bergen County summer concert series run?
Most series run late June through late August. Lodi kicks off as early as June 12. Park Ridge and Rutherford run through mid-to-late August. Peak programming is July and August across the county.
What happens if it rains?
Most Bergen County towns have rain contingencies — shows move to a nearby covered venue (school gym, performing arts center) or are pushed to an announced rain date. Always check the official town social media or website the day of the event before heading out.
What towns in Bergen County have summer concert series?
Confirmed 2026 series include Closter, Fair Lawn, Hackensack, Lodi, Midland Park, Park Ridge, Paramus, Ridgewood, Rutherford, Teaneck, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake. Bergen County Parks also runs concerts at Overpeck County Park, Pascack Brook County Park, and Wortendyke Barn. Additional towns including Bergenfield, Fort Lee, Mahwah, Maywood, and Tenafly are expected to announce soon.
Are there outdoor movies in Bergen County too?
Yes — outdoor movies are covered in a separate guide. See our Bergen County Outdoor Movies 2026 post for the full Van Saun County Park film schedule, Pascack Brook movie nights, Westwood Movies in the Park, and more: bergencountylifestyle.com/events/bergen-county-outdoor-movies-2026/
More Bergen County Summer Fun
Summer concerts are just the beginning. Pair your evenings out with our guides to the best diners in Bergen County for a post-show meal, and family-friendly activities in Bergen County for full weekend planning.
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