Turn It Up to 7: The Ultimate Ocean Entertainment Lineup

Summer is hitting a high note—and Ocean Casino Resort is the stage. As part of the Lucky Summer of Sevens birthday celebration, Ocean is delivering more music, more lights and more late-night energy than anywhere else on the Atlantic Coast. Whether you're here for classic rock, pop icons, comedy legends, or next-level DJ sets, this is the season to turn it up to 7 and catch the best of Atlantic City concerts summer 2025.

From Ovation Hall to HQ2 Nightclub to HQ2 Beachclub, the lineup is stacked with back-to-back headliners, themed parties and unforgettable after-hours moments. And with fireworks and drone shows every Friday night starting June 27, your summer nights just got seriously upgraded.

Ovation Hall: Where the Legends Play

Big names. Big sound. Big summer vibes. This isn't just a venue—it’s a performance experience. Ovation Hall sets the stage for top-tier talent, and this season’s setlist is seven stars strong (plus a few bonus acts for good measure).

Live Acts You Can’t Miss:

• Lynyrd Skynyrd – May 30

• Trisha Paytas – June 7 & 8

• 311 – June 20

• Tina Fey + Amy Poehler – June 21

• Blues Traveler + Gin Blossoms – July 19

• Daryl Hall – July 25

See the full Ocean Events Calendar for updated schedules and tickets & entertainment info.

HQ2 Beachclub + Nightclub: DJs, Day Parties & After-Dark Energy

The HQ2 Beachclub is where summer goes full throttle—sun, beats, and bottle service with your toes in the sand. Once the sun sets, HQ2 Nightclub takes over with Vegas-style production, high-energy crowds, and internationally renowned DJs.

HQ2 Summer Lineup Highlights:

• Meduza – June 7
• Fisher - June 21
• Joel Corry – June 28
• Steve Aoki – July 12
• Nicky Jam – August 10
• Tiësto – August 30

Whether you're here for daytime dancing or midnight mischief, the HQ2 Beachclub and HQ2 Nightclub lineups are overflowing with energy.

Every Friday: Fireworks, Drones & FOMO

Mark your calendar—every Friday night from June 27 through August brings fireworks and drone shows lighting up the Atlantic City sky. These are full-sensory spectacles set to music and designed to match the high of a live show or a post-club buzz.

Combine a headliner with dinner and a sky show? That’s peak summer.

Bonus Round: Comedy, Theme Nights & More

Ocean’s entertainment game doesn’t stop at the big names. From surprise comedy drop-ins to curated theme parties, expect the unexpected. Think late-night cabaret, post-show happy hours, and DJ-led afterparties you’ll brag about well into fall.

Check the Ocean Events Calendar often—new acts and themed experiences are being added all summer long.

Stay at Ocean: Because the Night Deserves a Morning After

Planning to catch a show or dance all night? Make it an overnight. Booking a stay means no rideshare roulette or late-night traffic—just plush rooms, ocean views and recovery perks like spa mornings, poolside brunch and late checkout options.

Lock in your dates, upgrade your weekend and stay at Ocean to keep the party going (or wind down in style).

This Summer, the Stage Is Set

With the biggest names in music, comedy and nightlife packed into one unforgettable summer, Ocean isn’t just hosting events—it’s owning the season. So whether you're chasing a guitar solo, a bass drop or a champagne toast at sunrise, there’s no better place to be.

This is your summer soundtrack—turn it up to 7.