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Sea Hear Now has officially announced its 2026 festival lineup with major headliners. Mumford & Sons and The Strokes will lead a star-studded two-day event on September 19-20 in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The festival drops 30 total acts across three stages.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Festival Dates: September 19-20, 2026 at the Asbury Park waterfront
- Saturday Headliner: Mumford & Sons with The Offspring, Chaka Khan, and The War on Drugs
- Sunday Headliner: The Strokes with Goo Goo Dolls, Fontaines D.C., and Pixies
- Ticket Sales: Presale began March 26 at 10 AM ET with public on-sale at 11 AM
Mumford & Sons and The Strokes Take Over Jersey Shore This September
Mumford & Sons will headline Saturday, September 19, marking their return to the Jersey Shore after headlining the beachfront since 2015. The British folk-rock legends bring infectious energy and stadium-sized hits to Asbury Park. The Strokes follow on Sunday, delivering iconic New York rock that defined the 2000s era.
The festival spans three stages, including two in the sand and one in Bradley Park. This unique setup creates an unforgettable summer experience with ocean views and live music for 35,000 expected attendees. The event typically sells out, making early ticket purchases essential.
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Saturday’s Complete Lineup Spans Folk-Rock to Reggae
Mumford & Sons anchors Saturday alongside The Offspring, Chaka Khan, The War on Drugs, The All-American Rejects, and Shaggy. Additional performers include Men at Work, Susanna Hoffs, and more emerging artists. The day represents a genre-spanning celebration from punk rock revivals to soul legends.
Lineup breakdown shows performances across three simultaneous stages, preventing conflicts between must-see acts. Attendees can navigate between beach and park venues, discovering new talent while catching their favorite established artists performing mid-afternoon through evening sets.
Sunday Delivers Rock Legends and Festival Favorites
The Strokes headline Sunday with Goo Goo Dolls, Fontaines D.C., Moby, Pixies, Ziggy Marley, and Kim Gordon completing the star-studded bill. The lineup emphasizes guitar-driven rock, electronic innovation, and reggae heritage. Additional acts include Die Spitz and Alice Phoebe Lou.
| Festival Element | Details |
| Location | Asbury Park, New Jersey waterfront and Bradley Park |
| Dates | September 19-20, 2026 |
| Total Acts | 30 artists, 15 per day |
| Stages | Three stages with beach and park venues |
“Sea Hear Now delivers a long list of top-line rock, punk, pop and folk acts to the Asbury Park sand and neighboring Bradley Park.”
— Festival Description, via official sources
Historic Festival Returns After Successful Years
Sea Hear Now launched in 2018, establishing itself as a premier summer destination. Past editions featured legendary headliners including Blink-182 and Hozier (2025), Bruce Springsteen and Noah Kahan (2024), Foo Fighters and The Killers (2023), and Green Day with Stevie Nicks (2022). The festival consistently draws 35,000 fans and sells out due to its unique waterfront setting.
Mumford & Sons previously curated their own Gentlemen of the Road beach festival in Seaside Heights back in 2015. Their return demonstrates the Jersey Shore’s sustained appeal for major artists seeking intimate yet large-scale venues for live performance.
Will You Secure Your Tickets Before They Sell Out?
Presale tickets launched on Thursday, March 26 at 10 AM ET, with general public on-sale at 11 AM for any remaining inventory. Given the festival’s consistent track record of selling out within days, early registration remains the best strategy for guaranteed attendance. The beachfront location, star-studded lineup, and three-stage setup make this one of summer 2026’s most anticipated events.
Attendees should prepare for September beach weather, plan for extended parking, and bring cash and cards for on-site vendors. The festival’s oceanfront dancing, combined with legendary performances, promises memories that rival decades of Jersey Shore festivals.
Sources
- NJ.com – Official festival lineup announcement with headliner details
- BrooklynVegan – Complete roster of Saturday and Sunday performers
- Sea Hear Now Official Website – Festival dates, stage setup, and ticket information
