Everyone has experienced it: a day at the Jersey Shore that slips by so quickly that somehow it’s already nighttime, and hunger is kicking in. There’s nothing worse than a late-night craving hitting, so we compiled a list of eateries that keep their kitchens open down the Jersey Shore. Keep reading for a guide to restaurants open late that are close to some of those beloved Jersey beaches.
10th Ave Burrito | 801 Belmar Plaza, Belmar
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10th Ave Burrito serves Mexi-Cali food in Belmar; it has live music and an extensive tequila selection. It has a special late-night menu available until midnight, Thursday to Sunday. This menu features some locals’ favorites from 10th Ave Burrito, like its Mexican street corn bites, nachos, flautas, and homemade chips + salsa. Customers may also recognize its wings featured on the Food Network: the wings are tossed in adobo, buffalo, sweet chili, or general tso’s and served with avocado ranch.
The Chicken or The Egg | 207 North Bay Avenue, Beach Haven
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The Chicken or The Egg is a staple to the LBI community; locals love that it has something for anyone — from waffles to wings, sandwiches to crab cakes, and pretty much everything in between. The Chicken or The Egg doesn’t pass judgment on anyone who wants a food indulgence at any hour, as it is open 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Its ‘anytime’ menu has breakfast favorites like omelets, pancakes, and French toast, but it also has salads, wings, burgers, and desserts.
Clem’s Steaks Unlimited | 14 Dupont Avenue, Seaside Heights
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Clem’s Steaks Unlimited is a quaint spot in Seaside Heights that is a local favorite. Clem’s Steaks Unlimited has various cheesesteak options, wraps, burgers, and fries. FYI: Besides the cheesesteaks, Clem’s is also known for its cheese balls. Most people who know Clem’s Steak Unlimited say it feels like this spot is open 24/7. Still, JSG was told it is open Monday to Thursday until midnight and Fridays + Saturdays until 2:30AM (but this could be extended depending on the business that night).
Concord Cafe | 7800 Dune Drive, Avalon
Concord Cafe is a family restaurant in Avalon within walking distance of many hotels and attractions. It serves everything from Italian favorites like pizza and pasta to seafood like crab cakes or bar food and classic choices like burgers and cheesesteaks. On weekdays, Concord Cafe’s kitchen is open until 11PM; on weekends, it stays open until 12AM. Concord favorites include the shrimp + avocado BLT and hot roast beef sandwich.
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Frankie’s Bar + Grill | 414 Richmond Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach
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Frankie’s Bar + Grill has a vintage aesthetic that gives this casual eatery nostalgic vibes with its black and white tiles on the floor and old-school wall art. Frankie’s has a late-night menu from 10PM to 1AM. Customers can order cheeseburgers, roasted clams, shrimp cocktails, sandwiches, hot dogs, wings, or tenders.
Franny’s Pizzeria + Restaurant | 279 Bay Avenue, Highlands
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Franny’s Pizzeria + Restaurant serves New York-style pizza and oil-pressed, square, grandma, and Sicilian-style pies. Its special late-night menu is available on Fridays and Saturdays from 10PM to 2AM. FYI: all orders must arrive by 1:30AM, and customers can pick up the food or choose to get it delivered. The menu has specialty pies, including the granny oil-pressed 16″ square pie with toppings, salads, and garlic knots.
Harrigan’s Pub | 703 Baltimore Boulevard, Sea Girt
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Harrigan’s Pub is an Irish pub located in Sea Girt. It is known for its sizzling sliced steak sandwich, and it has over 25 craft beer selections. On Fridays and Saturdays, its kitchen is open until 11PM. The menu has items from the ‘land’ pork chops and Guinness BBQ half rack ribs, but it also has items from the ocean, such as salmon and beer-battered fish tacos. There are also starters, salads, burgers, and sandwiches. FYI: the menu indicates which items are gluten-free.
Jamian’s Food + Drink | 79 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
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Jamian’s Food + Drink is a local Red Bank bar serving late-night food. Its kitchen is open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. The menu includes pizza, sandwiches, soup, salads, and classic appetizers. Jamian’s often has live music, so customers can get entertainment mixed in with the late-night eats.
Johnny Mac’s House of Spirit | 208 Main Street, Asbury Park
Johnny Mac House of Spirit is a fun bar that will entertain customers with its arcade games and alternative music hits, which typically play in the background while sipping drinks at its indoor or outdoor bars. Johnny Mac’s has a ton of draft beers and a large outdoor seating area with picnic and ping-pong tables. When customers order a drink, they get a ticket, which can be used to grab a personal pizza, typically served until 1AM daily.
JR’S | 75 Brighton Avenue D, Long Branch + 17 West Front Street, Red Bank
JR’S is the spot for those looking for casual eats into the wee hours in Long Branch and Red Bank. It has burgers, sandwiches, seafood, grilled wraps, and vegetarian selections. JSG loves that it has a portion of the menu dedicated to sides like breaded zucchini sticks and jalapeno poppers. JR’s has fun sauce options for those continent enthusiasts, like Kraft Cheese Whiz, wasabi mayo, and open-pit BBQ sauce. Both locations are open until midnight Sunday to Wednesday, 2AM on Thursdays, and on Fridays + Saturdays JR’s extends its hours until 3AM.
Kelly’s Tavern | 43 NJ-35, Neptune City
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Kelly’s Tavern serves American and Irish food in a comfortable environment. Its Irish section has items like shepherd’s pie, corned beef, pastrami, and meatloaf sandwiches. There are also salads, pizza, wings, burgers, and appetizers for sharing. For those looking for somewhere to eat late on a Wednesday, its kitchen is open until 1AM, and depending on business, the kitchen stays open every other night of the week.
Kim Marie’s Eat n’ Drink Away | 1411 Kingsley Street, Asbury Park
Kim Marie’s Eat n’ Drink Away is just steps from Asbury Park’s boardwalk. After a night out, stop by this classic Irish pub for late-night food, which is served until midnight. Kim Marie’s has all those comfort food desires that may hit past dinner time; expect burgers, grilled cheese, mac n’ cheese, and wings. The fried foods like the mozzarella sticks and chicken fingers will be hard to resist. Kim Marie’s stays open until 2AM every day, and is known for its $5 Guinness pint that is sure to mix well with any of its indulgent plates.
MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos | 632 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park
MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos is located on Cookman Avenue, which is a hub of some of Asbury Park’s favorite bars, so this is a convenient spot to visit if the group is hungry after a night out as its kitchen is open on Fridays + Saturdays until 3AM. MOGO brings Korean flavors to tacos; it has meats, fish, tofu, and salad combinations served on a fresh flour tortilla, perfect for a quick late-night meal. It also has burritos, bowls, a Korean fried chicken sandwich, and a Bibimbap Burger. JSG recommends trying Korean doughnuts, which are a sweet way to end the night.
Pizza Shop | 1508 Main Street, Belmar
Pizza Shop in Belmar is the pizzeria to turn to if no one wants to leave the house — it has delivery until 2AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Its menu has specialty pies, and JSG loves that there are plenty of toppings to choose from. For those who aren’t craving pizza, it also serves focaccia sandwiches, salads, and pasta.
Reef + Barrel | 153 Sea Girt Avenue, Manasquan
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Reef + Barrel serves seasonal pub plates, events + live music, and daily specials. Its kitchen is open until 10PM during the week, and on the weekends, customers can get food until 11PM. The menu features casual eats like burgers, wraps, fried food, and tacos. JSG suggests catching the sunset on its rooftop and staying late to try out one of its fun dishes, like short rib ravioli, jambalaya, and fajitas.
Sally Boy’s Pizza | 1 Broad Street, Red Bank
Sally Boy’s Pizza in Red Bank serves three distinct types of pizzas, called the trifecta of pizza perfection — Classic NY Style, Neapolitan Style, and Roman Style. Sally Boy’s Pizza has a street-access pickup for late-night cravings. It is open Thursday nights from 10PM to 12AM and Friday and Saturday nights from 10PM to 2AM. Besides pizza, Sally Boy’s has cold or hot subs, monster calzones, specialty rolls, and classic Italian entrees.
The Mix Lounge + Food Bar | 71 Brighton Avenue, Long Branch
The Mix Lounge + Food Bar is a casual dining spot that serves pizza, pub grub, and creative cocktails. Its kitchen is open until 11PM every day of the week. The menu features a wide range of items that will keep the whole group happy- tacos, beer-battered onion rings, bag o’ fries, eggplant rollatini, and meatballs. Its specialty pizzas are a good option for a late-night bite, and for those who want a healthy but filling option, it also has big bowl salad options.
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The Shore House Tavern | 2114 NJ-88, Point Pleasant
The Shore House Tavern is a family-owned tavern located in Point Pleasant. Its menu features salads, wings, flatbreads, pizza, and handhelds, all available until 10PM. The Shore House Tavern also has a special late-night menu, served until 12:30AM daily, and it has fun options like its jumbo pretzel and fried foods. For those who live about twenty minutes away, The Shore House Tavern has a free shuttle service, which makes this late-night food option even more convenient.
Vagabond Kitchen + Tap House | 672 North Trenton Avenue, Atlantic City
Vagabond Kitchen + Tap House is an Atlantic City tavern with a laid-back vibe; it has creative burgers and a ton of beers on tap. On Fridays and Saturdays, Vagabond keeps its kitchen open from 12:30AM to 1AM, depending on business. It has plenty of appetizers, such as its famous ‘banger’ calamari, chips, salsa + guacamole, and quesadillas, all good choices for sharing. JSG loves its fries menu, which sounds perfect for late-night pickings. It gives customers a choice of truffle fries, hand-cut Belgium style, loaded fries, and add-ons like BBQ pulled pork and signature sauces for dipping.
The Official Stone Pony Summer Stage 2025 Lineup in Asbury Park
As the weather warms up and the Jersey Shore comes alive, The Stone Pony Summer Stage is gearing up for another season of unforgettable live shows in 2025. The outdoor concert venue — located at 909 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park, New Jersey — is known for hosting some of the biggest names in pop, rock, punk, country, alternative, and indie music. Fans can anticipate high-energy performances, fan-favorite bands, and rising stars, as well as gorgeous summer nights singing and dancing along to old classics and new hit singles. Read on to learn more about what musical acts are coming to the Stony Pony Summer Stage in 2025.
What is the Stone Pony Summer Stage?
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The Stone Pony Summer Stage is an outdoor venue connected to The Stone Pony that hosts concerts from May to October. The Summer Stage’s crowd capacity is 4,500 people, which is far larger than The Stone Pony’s indoor capacity of 850. The Stone Pony Summer Stage opened in 2009 and has since hosted an expansive array of musical acts such as Snoop Dogg, Demi Lovato, The Counting Crows, Sublime, Peter Frampton, Phoebe Bridgers, New Found Glory, Dropkick Murphys, Greta Van Fleet, and Dashboard Confessional — just to name a few. The venue is general admission, first come, first serve, standing room only. The outdoor stage has a hard 10:30PM curfew. The town’s sound ordinance means a show very rarely goes past 10PM, as amplified music is only permitted between the hours of 12PM and 10PM each day in public areas of Asbury Park. Local food vendors Bubbakoos Burritos + Rocco’s Pizza are on-site at every Summer Stage show serving up delicious concert fuel.
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The Stone Pony Summer Stage 2025 Lineup
May
Friday, May 2nd, 2025 – Warren Zeiders + Tyler Braden
Country music singer-songwriter Warren Zeiders will kick off the 2025 Summer Stage season with opening act Tyler Braden. Warren Zeiders is most known for his single Pretty Little Poison which was a number one hit on country radio in 2023. In 2024, the 25-year-old Pennsylvania-native won a CMT Award for "Breakthrough Male Video of the Year" for his song Pretty Little Poison and toured with Jelly Roll on the Beautifully Broken Tour. For fans of Morgan Wallen, Cody Johnson, or Brantley Gilbert.
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 — Joe Russo’s Almost Dead
Joe Russo’s Almost Dead is a Grateful Dead cover band composed of Marco Benevento, Dave Dreiwitz, Tom Hamilton, Scott Metzger, and Joe Russo. The cover band reinterprets the music of the Grateful Dead with a fresh, electrifying intensity. The open-air setting of the Stone Pony Summer Stage adds an extra layer of magic to JRAD’s adventurous improvisation and unpredictable setlists. For fans of the Grateful Dead, Phish, Goose, or Umphrey’s McGee.
Sunday, May 25th, 2025 — Mayday Parade, Microwave, Grayscale, + Like Roses
Pop-punk band Mayday Parade is bringing the Three Cheers for 20 Years Tour — celebrating the band’s 20-year career — to the Stone Pony Summer Stage. Expect nostalgic emo singalongs and high-energy crowd surfers from the lineup of Warped Tour alumni. For fans of Fall Out Boy, Paramore, The Maine, or State Champs.
Friday, May 30th, 2025 — Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, The Infamous Stringdusters, + Melt
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong is a funk jam band from Baltimore, Maryland, known for live shows that are an explosion of funky rhythms, wild jams, and crowd-engaging antics. PPPP’s setlist contains danceable, free-spirited music, which is a heavenly vibe on a warm summer night by the beach in Asbury Park. For fans of Phish, Umphrey’s McGee, or Goose.
June
Friday, June 6th, 2025 — Russell Dickerson, Niko Moon, + Jake Scott
Russell Dickerson is a country artist known for his upbeat, feel-good tracks and energetic stage presence. Most recently, Dickerson earned his fifth career number one with God Gave Me A Girl and is currently working on his fourth studio album featuring the current single Bones.”For fans of Thomas Rhett, Kelsea Ballerini, or Sam Hunt.
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 — Glass Animals + Sofia Isella
Glass Animals is an alternative band known for its dreamy, genre-blending sound that incorporates elements of indie rock, pop, electronic, and psychedelic music. Most know Glass Animals from their hit single Heat Waves, which debuted in 2020 but went viral on TikTok in 2022. For fans of Tame Impala, Foster the People, or The Japanese House.
Friday, June 13th, 2025 — The Driver Era
The Driver Era is an indie pop-rock duo made up of brothers Ross and Rocky Lynch. The two initially gained fame as members of a Disney Channel-outfitted band called R5. The Driver Era is the brothers’ more mature, experimental project with a full band that blends indie rock and pop. For fans of Wallows, Role Model, or LANY.
Saturday, June 14th, 2025 — The Black Keys + The Heavy Heavy
The Black Keys are a blues-rock duo consisting of Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney. The band is most known for massive hits like Lonely Boy and Gold on the Ceiling as well as their chart-topping album El Camino. For fans of The White Stripes, Cage The Elephant, or Kings of Leon.
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 — Lawrence + Allen Stone
Lawrence is an energetic fusion of feel-good funk, soul, pop, and R&B. The band is led by siblings Gracie and Clyde Lawrence. The group’s dynamic stage presence and infectious grooves will make for an unforgettable night of dancing and singing along at the Stone Pony Summer Stage. For fans of AJR, Lake Street Dive, and Anderson .Paak. This show is part of the North 2 Shore festival lineup in Asbury Park.
Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 — Slightly Stoopid, Iration, and Little Stranger
Slightly Stoopid is a California-based band known for its sunsoaked blend of reggae, ska, punk, rock, and hip-hop. The band's songs emit a unique, feel-good vibe that combines tropical rhythms, upbeat rock hooks, and reggae-inspired beats. The Stone Pony Summer Stage is an ideal spot to catch a Slightly Stoopid show due to the open-air, beachy, and party-ready atmosphere of the Asbury Park Boardwalk. For fans of 311, Rebelution, The Dirty Heads, or Pepper.
Thursday, June 26th, 2025 — Jack’s Mannequin
The North 2 Shore Festival presents Jack’s Mannequin at the Stone Pony Summer Stage. The pop-punk and alternative rock band led by Andrew McMahon is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a highly anticipated stop in Asbury Park. The band’s gold-certified debut album Everything in Transit – which was released in 2005 — launched them into indie-pop stardom with hits like Dark Blue and The Mixed Tape. For fans of Something Corporate, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Dashboard Confessional, OAR, or Bad Suns.
Friday, June 27th, 2025 — Streetlight Manifesto
The North 2 Shore Festival presents New Jersey natives Streetlight Manifesto for a familiar return to the Stone Pony Summer Stage. The high-energy ska-punk band is known for its fast-paced horn sections, intricate melodies, and thought-provoking lyrics. The Stone Pony’s outdoor space provides plenty of space for fans to skank, jump, and sing along. For fans of Reel Big Fish, Less Than Jake, or The Interrupters.
Sunday, June 29th, 2025 — George Clinton + Parliament Funkadelic + Living Colour
George Clinton + Parliament-Funkadelic (often called P-Funk) are legends of funk music and are known for their psychedelic, high-energy performances, deep grooves, and larger-than-life stage presence. Seeing George Clinton + Parliament-Funkadelic live is not just a concert — it’s an experience. Most will recognize the classic funk anthem Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker). For fans of Prince, Janelle Monáe, or Kendrick Lamar. This show is part of the North 2 Shore festival lineup in Asbury Park.
July
Friday, July 4th, 2025 — Dispatch, John Butler, G. Love + Special Sauce, + Donavon Frankenreiter
Spend Fourth of July vibing out in Asbury Park with Dispatch. Dispatch is an indie, folk-rock band known for their genre-blending sound, socially conscious lyrics, and high-energy live performances. Their music mixes folk, rock, reggae, and funk. Dispatch delivers interactive and passionate live performances with a setlist that shifts between acoustic singalongs and jam-heavy rock moments. For fans of Michael Franti + Spearhead, The Head and the Heart, Lord Huron, or Slightly Stoopid.
Saturday, July 5th, 2025 — Gary Clark Jr. + Joy Oladokun
Gary Clark Jr. is a modern blues-rock powerhouse who is most known for his electrifying guitar playing and soulful vocals. The four-time Grammy Award winner is often compared to legends like Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and B.B. King. For fans of Leon Bridges, Tash Sultana, Alabama Shakes, or Nathaniel Rateliff + The Night Sweats.
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 — Dinosaur Jr. + Snail Mail
Dinosaur Jr. is an alternative rock band known for their loud guitars, melodic songwriting, and raw, emotional energy. The band is most known for their 1994 hit song Feel the Pain. For fans of Smashing Pumpkins, Pixies, or Sonic Youth.
Saturday, July 26th, 2025 — Rainbow Kitten Surprise + Petey USA
Rainbow Kitten Surprise is an indie rock band that blends folk, alternative rock, and soul influences. The band is known for its powerful live performances and emotionally charged music. Their song, It's Called: Freefall is RIAA-certified Platinum and has over 500 million streams on Spotify — NBD. For fans of Shakey Graves, Mt. Joy, or Cage The Elephant.
Thursday, July 31st, 2025 — The Head and the Heart, Wilderado, and Marfa
The Head and the Heart is an American indie folk band from Seattle, Washington, who is known for blending folk, rock, and pop. The song Rivers and Roads has been featured in several TV shows, including Chuck, How I Met Your Mother, New Girl, and The Good Doctor. For fans of The Lumineers, Mt. Joy, or Lord Huron.
Friday, August 1st, 2025 — Guster + The Mountain Goats
Guster is a Boston-based alternative rock band known for their folk, rock, and pop sound. The band formed in the early 90s, garnering a loyal and dedicated fanbase that has followed them throughout albums and tours over the years. The band played at the Sea. Hear. Now. music festival in 2024 and will return to Asbury Park for what is set to be a divine evening of live music and warm ocean breezes at the Stone Pony Summer Stage. For fans of Barenaked Ladies, Ben Folds Five, and Counting Crows.
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 — Yacht Rock Revue
Yacht Rock Revue — “the world’s premier soft-rock party band” as per Rolling Stone — invites concert goers on a nostalgic journey through sun-soaked songs of the ‘70s and ‘80s. The tribute band is dedicated to delivering live shows of feel-good soft rock with breezy melodies, funky basslines, and perfectly polished harmonies. Expect to sing and dance the night away to classic cover songs while wearing a sailor's hat, of course. For fans of Hall + Oats, Steely Dan, and the Doobie Brothers.
Thursday, August 7th, 2025 — Cody Jinks + Shane Smith +The Saints
American country music singer-songwriter Cody Jinks’ and his Hippies and Cowboys Tour will stop by the Stone Pony Summer Stage this summer. Jinks is recognized as the world's biggest independent country music artist as he built his entire career and gained a huge following without any major label support. His hit songs include Loud + Heavy and Must Be The Whiskey. For fans of Chris Stapleton, Tyler Childers, and Zach Bryan.
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 — Dropkick Murphys + Bad Religion
The Dropkick Murphys are a punk rock band known for an energetic blend of traditional Irish folk and punk rock music. The band formed in Boston in the ‘90s and have since released iconic, anthemic tracks, such as widely recognized, fan-favorites like Shipping Up To Boston and Rose Tattoo. Their raucous sound and high-energy live shows are not to be missed — especially at an outdoor space like the Stone Pony Summer Stage, which leaves a lot of room for moshing, skanking, and dancing. For fans of Flogging Molly, Against Me!, or The Offspring.
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 — The Bouncing Souls
The Bouncing Souls is a New Jersey-born punk rock band who are no stranger to slaying the summer stage. Every year, the band hosts its “Stoked For The Summer” concert at the Stone Pony Summer Stage with a lineup of incredible acts. While bands for the 2025 event have not been announced yet, fans can anticipate a high-energy show featuring a setlist of hit songs like Hopeless Romantic and True Believers. For fans of NOFX, Anti-Flag, or Rise Against.
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 — Chevelle, Asking Alexandria, + Dead Poets Society
Chevelle is an alternative metal and hard rock band who are known for its intense sound and emotionally charged lyrics. Popular songs include The Red and Send the Pain Below. For fans of Tool, Breaking Benjamin, or Shinedown.
Friday, August 29th, 2025 — The Red Clay Strays
The Red Clay Strays is an up-and-coming Southern rock band known for blending classic rock, blues, and country. The Alabama-based band’s 2022 single Wondering Why saw success in late 2023 after going viral on TikTok. For fans of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Chris Stapleton, or The Black Crowes.
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 — The Menzingers
Philadelphia punk band The Menzingers is headlining the Stone Pony Summer Stage for what is sure to be a magical end-of-the-season September set. The band — known for its punk rock sound and heartfelt storytelling — has a deep love for Asbury Park. The cover art for their 2017 album “After The Party” features a photo of the Asbury Park Boardwalk from 1980 taken by Joe Maloney. The band’s song Lookers also gives a shout out to The Stone Pony’s sister venue “The Wonder Bar” – which is located just down the street on Ocean Avenue. For fans of The Gaslight Anthem, The Wonder Years, or The Bouncing Souls.
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How To Get Tickets To The Stone Pony Summer Stage
Tickets for the Stone Pony Summer Stage can be purchased on Ticketmaster.com or at The Stone Pony box office. Box office hours are Thursday through Sunday from 12PM to 5PM and during all show hours. JSG pro-tip: A benefit of buying tickets from the box office is that the ticket price will be a little cheaper since they are sold without the Ticketmaster online service fees.
