Families will flock to Jones Beach State Park for summer fun day in and day out throughout the season, as they’ve done for generations. And for the 19th year, the summer will unofficially kick off with the famous Bethpage Federal Credit Union Air Show at Jones Beach.
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will headline and make their 17th appearance in this year’s air show, which runs Memorial Day Weekend on Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28. But as Long Islanders know, the air show marks just the beginning of exciting performances to be seen all summer long at Jones Beach.
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater’s 2023 lineup features some of the world’s top-selling music artists. Whether you’re into pop, metal, country, rock, hip-hop, or a little of every genre, there’s a concert for you at Jones Beach. Here’s a look at what’s to come at Long Island’s favorite venue on the water this summer.
Jones Beach 2023 Concert Lineup
TLC AND SHAGGY
These iconic R&B stars bring openers En Vogue and Sean Kingston on their “Hot Summer Nights” tour. $66.42+ 7 p.m. June 13.
103.5 KTUPHORIA 2023
The annual concert held by 103.5 KTU will feature Kylie Minogue, Daya, Deborah Cox, Ally Brooke, and several more yet to be announced. $49.21+ 7:30 p.m. June 17.
STEVE MILLER BAND AND JOE SATRIANI
Rock out with this ‘70s rock band, whose hits include “The Joker” and “Take The Money And Run” on their summer tour. $79.96+ 7:30 p.m. July 1.
LUKE BRYAN
Coming off his sixth season as a judge on American Idol, this music star brings “Country on Tour” this summer. $151.30+ 7 p.m. July 6.
COUNTING CROWS WITH DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL
These popular alternative rock bands stop on Long Island as part of their “Banshee Season” tour. $68.88+ 7:30 p.m. July 8.
BIG TIME RUSH
This beloved boy band who got their start with a television series on Nickelodeon will bring newcomer Max and overnight pop sensation Jax, known for her hit “Victoria’s Secret,” on their “Can’t Get Enough” tour. $91.02+ 7:30 p.m. July 9.
SAM HUNT
This singer-songwriter brings Brett Young and Lily Rose on his “Summer on the Outskirts” tour. $71.34+ 7:30 p.m. July 14.
KIDZ BOP LIVE
The “Kidz Bop Never Stops” tour will feature young singers Jackson, Kiya, Shila, and Tyler belting out your favorite radio hits. $72.57+ 6 p.m. July 15.
MATCHBOX TWENTY
This American rock band led by frontman Rob Thomas heads out on tour following the release of their first album in more than a decade in May. $72.57+ 7:30 p.m. July 18.
DAVE MATTHEWS BAND
The popular jam band performs on the “Walk Around the Moon” tour. $98.41+ 7:30 p.m. July 19.
BOY GEORGE AND CULTURE CLUB
These ‘80s new wave icons will bring special guests Howard Jones and Berlin on the “Letting It Go Show” tour. $55.35+ 7 p.m. July 23.
MUDVAYNE
Support for these theatrical heavy metal rockers will include bands Coal Chamber, GWAR, Nonpoint, and Butcher Babies. $60.28+ 5:30 p.m. July 28.
HARRY POTTER CINEMATIC FILM CONCERT
The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra will perform alongside a screening of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. $68.88+ 7:30 p.m. July 29.
GODSMACK AND STAIND
These hard rock bands come together after both achieving more than 25 years of success since they came bursting on the scene in the late ‘90s. $52.89+ 7 p.m. July 30.
FOREIGNER
After more than 45 years of hit songs, this British rock band will play their last tour this summer with special guest Loverboy. $56.58+ 7 p.m. Aug. 2.
GOO GOO DOLLS AND O.A.R.
These two well-loved bands hit the stage on the “Big Night Out” tour this summer. $60.28+ 7 p.m. Aug. 5.
JOE BONAMASSA & FRIENDS
Renowned rock ‘n’ roll band Styx and Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles, join the guitar virtuoso. $77.49 6 p.m. Aug. 12.
THE LUMINEERS AND JAMES BAY
Expect nothing but chill vibes from these well-established soft rock bands on the “Brightside” world tour. $150.07+ 7:30 p.m. Aug. 18.
DISTURBED AND BREAKING BENJAMIN
In an evening of metal and hard rock that’ll knock your socks off, these two bands welcome opener Jinjer on the “Take Back Your Life” tour. $105.78+ 6:30 p.m. Aug. 19.
SLIGHTLY STOOPID AND SUBLIME WITH ROME
The “Summertime 2023” tour will include opening performances by Atmosphere and The Movement. $54.13+ 5 p.m. Aug. 26.
SMASHING PUMPKINS
This ‘90s grunge rock band welcomes Interpol and Rival Sons to play on the “World is a Vampire” tour. $59.05+ 6:30 p.m. Aug. 30.
THE OFFSPRING, SIMPLE PLAN, AND SUM 41
“Let The Bad Times Roll” is the ultimate alternative-punk show you don’t want to miss. $91.02+ 7 p.m. Sept. 2.
JAMES TAYLOR AND HIS ALL-STAR BAND
This Grammy Award winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer performs during his “Fire and Rain” tour. $66.42+ 7:30 p.m. Sept. 3.
STING
Hear this English rocker play hits from the Police and from his solo career on his “My Songs” tour with special guest Joe Sumner, Sting’s son. $131.61 8 p.m. Sept. 8.ROB ZOMBIE AND ALICE COOPER
Special guests for the “Freaks on Parade Super Shock Show” tour will include Ministry and Filter. $71.34 6 p.m. Sept. 9.
ZAC BROWN BAND
One night with these country rockers isn’t enough on their “From the Fire” tour with King Calaway. $95.94+ 6:30 p.m. Sept. 16 & 17.
For tickets and more information, visit jonesbeach.com.