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The Stone Pony, Asbury Park, NJ

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The Stone Pony

913 Ocean Ave · Asbury Park, NJ

Why you should go…

The Stone Pony has been a live music club on Ocean Avenue since 1974 and is closely tied to the careers of Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi and Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes. The indoor room holds about 850 people and books concerts year-round, from national touring acts to local bands and tribute nights. In warmer months the Stone Pony Summer Stage puts larger shows outdoors next to the Asbury Park boardwalk.

  • #live music
  • #rock club
  • #bruce springsteen
  • #jersey shore
  • #concert venue

Good to know

General nightlife guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Doors, showtime, last call

    Three different times, and only one of them is usually on the poster. Check all three.

  • Covers and minimums are normal

    Weekend nights often carry a door charge or a per-person minimum, especially for table seating.

  • Bring ID either way

    Age policies shift by night and by room, so carry it even if you have not been asked in years.

  • Weeknights show the room properly

    Quieter nights are the ones where you can actually hear the band and find a seat.

What's around here?

The closest stops to The Stone Pony, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Jenkinson's Boardwalk

    Under $25

    A classic Jersey Shore boardwalk with an amusement park, aquarium, arcades, and mini golf steps from the beach.

    8.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Family Favorite

    Circle A Stables

    $50+

    Guided one hour horseback trail rides through Allaire State Park, suitable for beginners.

    9.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Sandy Hook

    Free

    Swim at ocean and bay beaches, tour a historic lighthouse and walk the old Army post of Fort Hancock.

    17 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Nightlife
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    Blue Note Jazz Club

    $25–$50

    Sit close to the stage for nightly live jazz with dinner and drinks at this Greenwich Village club.

    35 mi awayMore like this

  • Nightlife
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    Village Vanguard

    $25–$50

    Walk down fifteen steps to a small triangular basement and hear two sets of live jazz a night.

    36 mi awayMore like this

  • Nightlife
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    Birdland

    $25–$50

    Hear live jazz every night in two rooms, the Birdland Jazz Club and the Birdland Theater, with food and drinks served at your table.

    37 mi awayMore like this