Berkeley Heights Recreation Summer Concert Series

Free Summer Concerts Return to Berkeley Heights This July

Lawn chairs go up on the grass. Kids find the bounce house before their parents find a good spot. Food trucks line the perimeter. And somewhere close to 7 p.m. on a Wednesday evening, the music starts.

Berkeley Heights' free Summer Concert Series is back, and Union County Life has the full schedule for the five remaining shows running through July 30. The Berkeley Heights Recreation Department is hosting the series at two locations: Veterans Memorial Park at 205 Plainfield Avenue and The Grove at Connell Park at 200 Connell Drive.

All five performances are free and open to the public. No registration is required.

The 2025 lineup covers a range of genres. Mission Dance opened the series June 25 at Memorial Park. Lost in Place followed July 2, also at Memorial Park. Austin City Nights, a modern country act, takes the stage July 9 at Memorial Park. The series then moves to The Grove at Connell Park for Audio Riot on July 23, before closing out with an All Decades cover band on July 30.

Every show runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Along with live music, each concert includes airbrush tattoos, a balloon artist, food trucks, free water, and a bounce house. Local businesses set up tables at every event.

A few things to know before heading out: Veterans Memorial Park has a playground on-site. The Grove at Connell Park does not. Dogs are welcome but the township notes they are not recommended, as some attendees may be uncomfortable around them. Alcohol is not permitted under New Jersey state law.

For weather cancellations or updates, check the Berkeley Heights Township website or the Recreation Department page before you leave.

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FAQ

Where are the Berkeley Heights summer concerts held?
The series rotates between two locations: Veterans Memorial Park at 205 Plainfield Avenue and The Grove at Connell Park at 200 Connell Drive in Berkeley Heights.

What time do the Berkeley Heights summer concerts start?
All concerts begin at 7:00 PM and run until 8:30 PM.

Are the Berkeley Heights summer concerts free?
Yes. All five shows in the 2025 series are free and open to the public with no registration required.

What is the remaining concert schedule for 2025?
Austin City Nights performs July 9 at Memorial Park, Audio Riot plays July 23 at The Grove at Connell Park, and an All Decades cover band closes the series July 30 at The Grove.

Can I bring my dog to the Berkeley Heights concerts?
Dogs are permitted, but the township does not recommend it, as some attendees may be uncomfortable around them.

What food options are available at the concerts?
Food trucks are on-site at every show. You may also bring your own food and snacks.