Another extraordinary summer is just around the corner on LBI, and this year the island is bringing everything: sun-drenched beach days, vibrant community celebrations, live music under the stars, and the kind of laid-back coastal magic that keeps people coming back year after year.
Stretching 18 miles along the Jersey Shore, Long Beach Island is known for its wide sandy beaches, jaw-dropping sunsets, and a small-town warmth you can feel the moment you cross the causeway. Whether you’ve been coming to LBI for decades or you’re planning your very first visit, summer 2026 has something worth showing up for.
The Long Beach Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to help you plan a season full of unforgettable moments. This year’s calendar is shaping up to be one for the books, from free outdoor concerts and waterfront farmers markets to beloved annual festivals making their return. Think live music echoing over the dunes, family fun on the sand, Surflight Theatre productions, and five nights of carnival rides and community spirit at the Festival of the Sea.
What makes summer on LBI one of a kind? It’s the blend of things you can’t quite replicate anywhere else. Stroll through Viking Village in Barnegat Light, grab a bite in Beach Haven, browse the boutiques along the Boulevard in Surf City, or simply find your spot on the sand and let the waves do the rest. When the island comes together, whether it’s a concert series, a craft festival, or a fireworks show over the bay, you’ll feel exactly why LBI summers hold such a special place in people’s hearts.
So grab your beach badge, pack the cooler, and mark your calendar. Here’s a look at what’s coming this summer (& many more, this list is only a glimpse at some events):
🌟 Signature Summer Events Across the Island
- Beach Haven Art Walk | May 30
- 18th Annual Lighthouse International Film Festival | June 10-14
- 11th Annual Hop Sauce Festival | June 13
- 18th Annual Coquina Jam Surf Competition | July 19
- Festival of the Sea | July 28 – August 1
- Viking Village Shows | May 24 & August 2
🎶 Weekly Summer Favorites
Running from mid-June through early September, these recurring events bring life to every day of the week:
- Sundays at 68th Street Beach – Summer Concert Series
- Monday Morning Surf City Farmers Market
- Monday Nights in Barnegat Light – Summer Concert Series
- Wednesday Morning Beach Haven Farmers Market
- Wednesday Night Concerts on the Green in Beach Haven – Summer Concert Series
- Wednesday Nights in Harvey Cedars – Summer Concert Series
- Thursday Night Concerts in Ship Bottom – Summer Concert Series
- Friday Morning Beach Haven Artisan Market
- Firepit Fridays at 68th Street Beach – Summer Concert Series
This is just a taste of what’s in store — more events will be announced throughout the season. 🎉
For the full 2026 event calendar, click here.
Want to add an event to our calendar? Let us know at info@welcometolbi.com.
