The Festival only Jersey can handle returns for a fourth year!

The North to Shore Festival will return in June 2026 to kick off the Garden State summer with another three-city celebration of the arts, entertainment and new ideas.

Conceived by Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy, the North to Shore Festival aims to spotlight New Jersey’s role as a destination for the arts and entertainment and an incubator of new ideas and fresh talent.

Now we’re back!

Launched in 2023, the festival is a unique combination of performances by artists beloved both internationally and in their hometowns. In its first two years, the festival brought in more than $25 million for ticketed events and has drawn a total audience of over 500,000 to more than 650 shows in approximately 250 venues in Newark, Asbury Park and Atlantic City.

The North to Shore Festival will provide exciting and varied programming in New Jersey during its 2026 season.

North to Shore Festival Community Arts Program

The North to Shore Festival Community Arts Program celebrates and supports New Jersey’s vibrant creative communities by providing local organizations with a platform and bring original, dynamic arts events to life. This program not only boosts each city’s creative economy, but also spotlight under-recognized artists and organizations working year-round to amplify their cities.

“North to Shore isn’t just about bringing global headliners to New Jersey—it’s also about giving local artists a platform to shine. Today and every day, we celebrate New Jersey’s homegrown talent and the vibrant artistic communities that help define life in the Garden State. Their creativity and passion are an essential part of who we are as New Jerseyans.”

– John Schreiber, President and CEO of NJPAC