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Under Their Thumb
October 17, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$40
Monmouth Arts will provide a special author talk and book signing with Bill German as part of the organization’s “Artful Experience” series. Under Their Thumb: How a Nice Boy from Brooklyn Got Mixed Up with The Rolling Stones. Under Their Thumb centers on Bill German’s true account of his life with the Rolling Stones. Cameron Crowe’s 2000 classic film “Almost Famous” was based on German’s time with The Stones. German met the band while he was a teenager, shortly after launching his Stones-only magazine, Beggars Banquet. The publication lasted for seventeen years, during which time he traveled the world with The Stones, stayed at their homes, and witnessed their recording sessions. He lived the dream of every Rolling Stones fan until he eventually had to leave the life behind.
Where to Watch Fireworks at the Jersey Shore for Summer 2025
Every year, the Jersey Shore welcomes locals and bennies to enjoy a quintessential summer experience: fireworks at the beach. A long day of swimming in the ocean, skeeball, sunbathing, ice cream, and salt water taffy can only be topped off by enjoying a breezy summer night sitting on a blanket watching a spectacular pyrotechnics show with loved ones. From spectating on the eclectic Asbury Park Boardwalk or while going on family-friendly amusement rides at Jenkinsons to casino-hopping in Atlantic City, each location provides a fun and unique fireworks-viewing experience. Read on for a growing list of where to catch fireworks at the Jersey Shore in 2025.
Asbury Park
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When: Friday, July 4th, 2025
Where: 1300 North Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park
Asbury Park will celebrate Independence Day with its annual Fourth of July Fireworks show on Friday, July 4th, 2025. The fireworks display will begin at 9PM from the Second and Fourth Avenue beaches. The fireworks are best viewed from a spot on the Asbury Park Boardwalk, but can be seen from the Ocean Grove and Bradley Beach boardwalks as well. Grab a drink at the AP Rooftop bar or make a reservation for an outdoor table at Tim McLoone’s Supper Club on the Asbury Park Boardwalk for an elevated fireworks viewing experience. This year, Dispatch will be soundtracking Fourth of July in AP, as they will be performing live on the Stone Pony Summer Stage at the same time as the fireworks show.
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Atlantic City
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When: Various dates during May through August
Where: Tropicana Casino + Resort, 2831 Boardwalk
Tropicana Casino + Resort in Atlantic City hosts a stunning summer fireworks display visible from the beach and the iconic Atlantic City boardwalk. The fireworks light up the night sky at 10PM. Fireworks from the Tropicana are scheduled for the following dates in 2025: May 24th, June 28th, July 4th, July 19th, August 2nd, August 16th, and August 30th.
Beachwood
When: Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Where: Beachwood Beach
Beachwood will host its annual Fourth of July fireworks spectacular on Saturday, July 5th, 2025. The best viewing spots include the banks of the Toms River in Beachwood, Pine Beach, Ocean Gate, Toms River, South Toms River, and Island Heights. More information can be found on the Beachwood website.
Bradley Beach
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When: Saturday, July 5th, 2025 (Rain Date: Sunday, July 6th)
Where: Ocean Avenue, Bradley Beach
Bradley Beach’s Independence Day Fireworks will be held on July 5th. Fireworks are launched from the beachfront at 9PM. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, July 6th. Be sure to check the Bradley Beach Facebook for updates.
Brick
When: Every Thursday in July
Where: Windward Beach Park, 265 Princeton Avenue
Brick Township’s SummerFest will celebrate its 30th season in 2025. Windward Beach Park hosts SummerFest every Thursday night in July, with additional dates added in case of inclement weather. The weekly event features a live concert, food trucks, and a fireworks display at the end of the night. The concerts are free, and music starts at approximately 7PM every week. Brick Township offers a complimentary shuttle bus service that brings locals to and from Windward Beach. The shuttle bus pick-up + drop-off locations are Drum Point Elementary School, Veterans Memorial Middle School, Midstreams Elementary School, Lanes Mill School, and Brick Township High School. Parking at Windward Beach is very limited, and vehicle access to the park is closed once the lot is filled, so use of the shuttles is highly encouraged. More information can be found on the SummerFest website.
Lakewood
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When: Select dates throughout April, June, July, and August 2025
Where: 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood
Minor League Baseball team, the Jersey Shore Blueclaws, tops off some of its most popular games with the biggest, brightest, most colorful fireworks shows at the Jersey Shore. The following games will have Post-Game Fireworks Nights in 2025: May 9th and 23rd, June 13th and 20th, July 3rd (Independence Week fireworks show), 18th, 19th, and 25th, August 8th, 21st, and 22nd, and September 5th and 6th. Tickets to Jersey Shore BlueClaws Fireworks Nights can be purchased on the team’s website.
Seaside Heights
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When: Every Wednesday during July + August 2025
Where: Boardwalk, Seaside Heights
Fireworks kick off at 9:30PM every Wednesday in the Summer — weather permitting — in Seaside Heights. The fireworks are visible from anywhere on the Seaside beach and boardwalk. Guests should get to the boardwalk early to ride some amusement rides, visit the arcades, grab an ice cream cone from Kohr’s, and post up at a prime viewing spot for the fireworks display. Visit Exit82’s events calendar for more information about fireworks on the Seaside Heights boardwalk.
Stone Harbor
When: Friday, July 4th, 2025
Where: 81st Street Recreation Fields
Stone Harbor will host its 2025 Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 4th, at 9:15PM. The best viewing spots are from the 81st Street Recreation Fields or on the beach. More information can be found on the Stone Harbor events calendar.
Wildwood
When: Every Friday night in July and August
Where: Wildwoods Boardwalk
Celebrate Independence Day on the Wildwoods Boardwalk and enjoy the Fireworks Spectacular on Friday, July 4th at 10PM. This special fireworks spectacular — launched from the beach at Pine Avenue — is synchronized to patriotic music that will play over the Wildwoods Boardwalk speaker system. Fireworks can also be enjoyed on the Wildwoods Boardwalk every Friday night at 10PM during July and August. More information about the 2025 fireworks schedule can be found on the Wildwoods NJ website.
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Atlantic Highlands
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Avalon
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Belmar
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Cape May
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Jackson (Six Flags)
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Keansburg
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Lavallette
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Long Branch
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Manasquan
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Ocean City
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Point Pleasant
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