See What Shows Are Coming To Monmouth County’s New Outdoor Performance Venue

FREEHOLD, NJ — ParkStage, the new outdoor performance venue set to open in Monmouth County over the summer, has officially announced the first wave of artists set to perform there.

Made in collaboration between the Count Basie Center for the Arts and Monmouth County Tourism, the following artists are set to play at ParkStage over the summer:

• Friday, June 19: Sublime (as part of the North2Shore Festival)
• Friday, June 26: The Head and The Heart with special guests Wilderado (as part of the North2Shore Festival)
• Saturday, July 11: The B-52s with special guests The English Beat

Located at the East Freehold Fairgrounds (home of the annual Monmouth County Fair), ParkStage was announced in Summer 2025 as part of the Count Basie Center for the Arts’ Centennial Celebration.

According to Adam Philipson, the president and CEO of the Basie Center, the new venue is a meaningful part of the centennial, which looks to honor “where we’ve been and look ahead to what’s possible.”

“It reflects our belief in the power of the arts to bring people together, support the local economy, and create moments of joy for everyone in our community," he said.

Centrally located in one of NJ’s fastest-growing population corridors, ParkStage offers easy access via all major roadways and a “scenic setting that blends rural charm with modern convenience,” officials said. There will also be free on-site parking and luxury VIP accommodations.

As part of Monmouth County’s larger effort to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the U.S., as well as the Basie Center’s centennial, officials said ParkStage will become “a marquee destination” for live entertainment in New Jersey, drawing thousands of attendees to a variety of shows including music, comedy and more.

The new venue will also offer fans a number of ticketing options, including elevated VIP platforms, an upfront pit section, and a vast general admissions area.

More information will be shared at the site, as well as the venue’s socials, as additional shows are announced this winter and spring.

Tickets for the first wave of shows set for ParkStage go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday through ParkStage.org and Ticketmaster.com.

Previous Coverage

• New Outdoor Performance Venue Coming To Monmouth County: See Details
• Count Basie Center For The Arts Announces 16-Month ‘Centennial Celebration’