Margate heats up in June, and never more so than for BEACHSTOCK 2026 The Planet’s Biggest Beach Party. Admission is always FREE and no beach badges are ever required at the event. This year features new food vendors, more kid’s activities, an eclectic live music line-up, free surf and kite lessons, cornhole, volleyball, Tiki Beach Bar and so much more! Beachstock, a Margate tradition for fourteen years, attracts over 5,000 visitors and returns to the beach Saturday June 27th (Rain Date: Sunday, 28th) 8:00am – 10 pm between Huntington and Granville Ave, Margate.

HOME RUN DERBY

Back by popular demand, and now a part of Beachstock on Saturday, is the MBA Wiffle Ball Home Run Derby on the Granville Ave. beach from 11am-1pm. All hitters will be divided into age groups and have 10 swings off a tee to hit the most home runs over the fence in their age group for awesome prizes. USA DJ Entertainment will provide player introductions and music. For contest rules and to register in advance, go to www.margatehasmore.com. Sponsored by Colmar Home Center, Wawa, USA DJ Entertainment, and Shore Local.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

This year’s Beachstock food scene is bigger and better than ever. New culinary additions include DonutNV, Margate Clam Shack, Squeezies Lemonade, Philly Pretzel Factory, and The Other Lucy, bringing a fresh range of flavors to the event. Fan favorites like Margate Dairy Bar & Burger, Cali Shakes, Tacocat, The Muffin top and South Jersey Smoke House return to deliver the tastes attendees have come to crave.

The waterfront Tiki Bar will offer a refreshing variety of new adult beverages, perfect for sipping by the sea! A must visit for the 21 and older crowd is the beer garden featuring adult beverage tastings and service area of to drink canned products wine and beer. The area will be highlighted by an island vibe complete with palm trees, flamingos, Adirondack chairs, umbrellas, cornhole games, swag giveaways and more! Make sure you try samples from Alibi Gin, Beach Whiskey, Sea Isle Iced Tea, & Little Water Distillery!

FREE ACTIVITIES

Returning to Beachstock is the Sustainable Downbeach tent featuring terrapins, fun environmental educational interactive activities, displays and more. Those wanting to learn more about what lives in our waters and all the beautiful aspects of our beach can meet at the main stage for an environmental walk hosted by “Scuba” Steve Jasecki, a member of the Sustainable Downbeach team.

Sand sculpting lessons with Matthew Deibert, Margate Fire Departments Cool Blast, Kid’s Treasure Hunt, limbo contests, surf lessons with Stacey’s Surf Camp, Air Circus Kite Shop single/double line stunt kite demonstrations and lessons, and WAWA Margate giveaways. The Margate City Police Department will be at their tent providing valuable public information and give aways. NJ Unclaimed Property will also be on site to help reconnect residents with lost assets.

LIVE MUSIC

Beachstock 2026 brings an all-day soundtrack of incredible live performances to Margate’s shoreline. Kicking off at 11:30 AM, the main stage comes alive with crowd favorites Sunrise Cries and the high-energy Mas Tequila Orchestra. The Hook will dazzle the audience with family-friendly feats of skill and spectacle, while the South Pacific Island Dancers return with their enchanting traditional performances. Country music fans won’t want to miss Nikki Briar’s dynamic set, sure to get the beach crowd on their feet. Capping off the night, NJ British Invasion hits the stage at 8:30 PM with iconic hits from the Beatles, Rolling Stones, and The Who.

AFTER DARK

The fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down!

At 6:30 PM, enjoy a sunset movie screening on the beach, followed by a glowing bonfire to light up the night. Be wowed by the South Pacific Island Dancers as they bring the beach to life with their mesmerizing moves. Then at 8:30 PM, NJ British Invasion rocks the stage with legendary hits from The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and more.

Hot music, firelight, and ocean air — the perfect summer night.