Free Concert Series At PNC Bank Arts Center In Holmdel

The concert season has started here in New Jersey. Big-name concerts will be sprinkled all over the Garden State in big, small, and medium-sized venues, both indoor and outdoor concerts.

In looking over different concerts, the cost of attending is exorbitant. The ticket prices are rising each year. I know that you have noticed that too. Well, concert relief is on the way.

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The Garden State Arts Foundation has announced its free concert series at The PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel this spring.

Big names and tributes are scheduled along with a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

While the schedule may skew to older adults, the entertainment is family-friendly and provides for a great night out with no ticket costs.

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Here is the 2026 Garden State Arts Foundation Free Concert lineup:

Tuesday, May 12 at 1:30 p.m.
Rick Michel’s Afternoon with Sinatra & Friends

Thursday, May 28th at 7:30 p.m.
Tommy James & the Shondells and Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone

Thursday, June 11 at 1:30 p.m.
Tommy Lynn & One Hot Night – America’s Neil Diamond Tribute
Shadows of the 60’s – a Tribute to Motown’s Super Groups

Wednesday, July 1 at 7 p.m.
A celebration of America’s 250th Birthday featuring the United States Army Field Band with the opening act American Bombshells.

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