MUMFORD & SONS and THE STROKES will headline the 2026 edition of Sea.Hear.Now Festival, along with performances by THE OFFSPRING, GOO GOO DOLLS, FONTAINES, D.C., THE WAR ON DRUGS, MOBY, CHAKA KHAN, PIXIES, THE ALL-AMERICAN REJECTS, ZIGGY MARLEY, SHAGGY, MEN AT WORK and many more. Over 25 artists will perform across three stages at the beach at North Beach and Bradley Park in Asbury Park, NJ on September 19th – 20th, joined by a professional two-day surf contest, immersive art installations, and an onsite gallery.
TICKETS FOR SEA HEAR NOW FESTIVAL 2026 CAN BE FOUND HERE >>>
Between the two main stages fans can watch some of the biggest east coast surf legends catch waves between the jetties. This year’s surf contest returns with the ocean calling the winner; the “North Beach Sessions” pro surfer who catches the “wave of the day” will take home the prize purse. The 2026 esteemed surf lineup includes Sam Hammer, Cassidy McClain, Cam Richards, Balaram Stack, Rob Kelly, Pat Schmidt, Mike Gleason, Tommy Ihnken, Logan Kamen, Jamie DeWitt, Cole Deveney, Audrey Iglay, Paul Francisco, Mia Gallagher, Eden Edwards, and Cruz Dinofa.
Asbury Park artists Pork Chop and Brad Hoffer will return with their iconic jellyfish installation and surfboard arch, serving as the festival’s visual compass, while Stoke Henge rises once again on both sides of Convention Hall as the center of all things art, anchored by the disco ball–adorned “Jonathan the Sea Monster” emerging from the sand. Legendary Jersey Shore surf photographer Bruce Chrisner will lead the community murals on the beach, joined by a diverse range of contributors from the Asbury Park community including youth, seniors, and internationally recognized local artists. Transparent Gallery will also return, showcasing special artwork from participating festival musicians alongside pop-up performances, with additional announcements to follow; proceeds from artwork sales will benefit local Asbury Park charities.
If you are looking for a place to stay for Sea.Hear.Now Festival 2026 then check out our interactive accommodation map below. Just add in the dates you want to stay and the venue and you will be able to see what’s available nearby!
If you also need to find a flight to get you there, try our flight search feature below! Simply add in your home and destination city, select the dates you want to travel and search away!
