Free Summer Concerts, Fireworks Shows In Essex County: 2026 Events

Free Summer Concerts, Fireworks Shows In Essex County: 2026 Events

A free series of summer concerts and fireworks shows will be returning to Essex County. Here's the schedule.

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — A free series of summer concerts – including three fireworks shows – will be returning to Essex County throughout June, July and August in 2026.

The Essex County Free SummerMusic Concert Series will kick off June 16 and run through Aug. 22 (see full schedule below). Admission to the concerts is free.

Concerts are held at accessible sites. People who require special accommodation or assistance are asked to call at least two weeks prior to the concert to alert staff about their needs.

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There will be three fireworks shows this year:

“The Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage throughout our historic Parks System,” Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo Jr. said.

“Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze, and dance to the sounds of classical, rock and roll, jazz, big band, rhythm and blues and more,” DiVincenzo added.

For more information, call the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs at 973‑268-3500, ext. 6231.

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