The First PNC Bank Arts Center Concert of 2027 Is Officially Announced
There's something special about seeing a concert at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey.
Maybe it's the excitement of pulling into the parking lot, the smell of summer in the air, or the thousands of fans.
Whatever it is, the PNC Bank Arts Center has been a Jersey Shore summer tradition for generations, and it's easy to understand why.
Why PNC Bank Arts Center Is One of New Jersey's Best Concert Venues
Located just off the Garden State Parkway in Holmdel, the PNC Bank Arts Center has entertained New Jersey music lovers since 1968.
Over the decades, some of the biggest names in music have taken the stage, from legendary rock bands to country superstars and today's biggest hitmakers.
One of the things that makes this venue so special is its atmosphere.
With approximately 17,500 seats and lawn spaces combined, the amphitheater offers something for just about everyone.
Want to get close to your favorite artist? Grab a seat under the pavilion.
Prefer to spread out on the lawn and enjoy a beautiful summer night with friends? That's an experience all its own.
And unlike an indoor arena, listening to live music under the stars makes a concert feel even more memorable.
For many New Jersey residents, summer doesn't officially begin until they've attended their first concert at the PNC Bank Arts Center.
It's become a tradition, whether you're catching a classic rock favorite, singing along to a country star, or enjoying a night out with friends.
Of course, anyone who's attended a sold-out show knows that getting out of the parking lot afterward can test your patience. But that's part of the experience, too!
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Matchbox Twenty First Announced Concert at PNC Bank Arts Center For 2027
The excitement for another summer of live music is already building!
Matchbox Twenty is the first announced concert for the PNC Bank Arts Center's 2027 season!
The band behind unforgettable hits like "3 AM," "Push," "Unwell," and "If You're Gone" is heading back to New Jersey on July 8, 2027. Our friends at Live Nation have on-sale and ticket information.
And if this first announcement is any indication, music fans have plenty to look forward to as the 2027 concert calendar begins taking shape.
Stay tuned for more announcements, and take a look back at all the excellent 2026 shows.
2026 PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Lineup
Gallery Credit: Matt Ryan
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