Asbury Park is the Jersey Shore’s heart of culture and music, and there’s no place more associated with that than The Stone Pony. This iconic live-music venue opened in 1974, and played a key role in launching the careers of some of the Garden State’s most famous musicians – including Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi. And from there…it just kept going! This music venue is still going strong today, hosting new and classic acts regularly. And that means it’s time for a huge New Jersey anniversary in 2024, and a party to match. That’s right, the Stone Pony is turning 50 years old, but it certainly doesn’t feel its age. If you’ve been to The Stone Pony over the years, it’s the perfect time to go back – and if not, it’s the perfect time to make a grand entrance for the music event of the year.

The Asbury Park boardwalk is an iconic sight, but there's one spot on it that's more famous than any other.
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The Stone Pony, NJ's most beloved live music venue, just turned 50 in 2024 - and a year of music is planned.
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The Stone Pony has gone through a lot of changes over the years, but the core is still the same. It's an all-ages music venue for most shows, with drinks available for purchase for adults.
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The retro atmosphere is a big part of the appeal, with 50 years of memories proudly displayed on the walls.
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When the lights go down, the music plays - and the Pony regularly hosts both boldface names and up-and-coming Jersey artists looking to put themselves on the map.
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During the summer concert series, the biggest names drop by and take the stage on a much larger outside arena.
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The Stone Pony has been part of half a century of New Jersey music memories - and some of those old-timers who were there when it opened will be lucky enough to return to celebrate!
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Are you planning to visit The Stone Pony for this epic New Jersey anniversary in 2024? What are your fondest Stone Pony memories? Let us know in the comments section. You can visit The Stone Pony website and The Stone Pony Facebook page for the latest updates on the upcoming year of music. That’s just scratching the surface – Asbury Park is an amazing all-year destination. And there’s no better place to see it than from the iconic Asbury Ocean Club Hotel.

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