Live bands.
Beach vibes.
Furry friends.

WELCOME TO
THE WONDER BAR

The Wonder Bar is a true classic in Asbury Park, known for great live music, tasty food and the world famous Yappy Hour—where dogs run the show.

YAPPY
HOUR

Why should humans should have all the fun? We welcome dogs big and small, young and old to run around and get off the leash for a few hours.

MENU

As you can tell, we’re not your usual beach bar. Our menu features favorites like burgers, fries and wings, and offers a taste of the unexpected, too.

UPCOMING
EVENTS

  • Sandy Mack & Friends Wonder Jam Reunion

    Sandy Mack & Friends Wonder Jam Reunion

    at the Wonder Bar
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    SANDY MACK & FRIENDS WONDER JAM REUNION

    The Wonder Jam ran on Sundays at the Wonder Bar for about 10 years, bringing together the Asbury Park jam band scene. Sandy Mack hosted fun matinee shows with a rotating house band and lots of guest musicians. Join us for this special Wonder Jam bringing together many of the wonderful musicians who made Wonder Jams so much fun!

    House band featuring RONNIE PENQUE (New Riders of The Purple Sage), MIKE FLYNN (Panama Dead), BILLY SIEGEL (Cosmic Jerry), DAVE HALPERN (John Eddie, Colossal Street Jam), SANDY MACK (Holy Tokers) plus special guests including ANTHONY KRIZAN (Spin Doctors, Noel Redding), PETE TONTI (The New Gypsy Cowboys), PAUL AVRUTIN (Dead on Live), JOHNNY BURKE (ResX) and BRIAN ABRECHT (Meraki).

    “We want to take a moment to acknowledge Sandy Mack. What he does for the music community week after week is incredible. How he manages to put together a top notch band of musicians twice a week every week is to be commended! Sandy is the pied piper of talented music freaks. He also happens to be one of the most honest and caring folks I’ve ever met. There is never an ego in the room when his friends gather to make some music and party noise. Asbury Park may have saved music but Sandy Mack is saving music one note at a time. My hat is off to the Jam Master of our Jamily! Thank you Sanford Mack for all you do. You are much loved and appreciated!” — The Jamily

    Door 7:00 PM
    Show 7:30 PM

    21 AND UP

    Price

    $10 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $10 at the door

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    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Happy Mondays

    Happy Mondays

    Fake Pockets, Brian Bonz, Mom Pop Duma

    at the Wonder Bar
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    HAPPY MONDAYS

    Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.

    Fake Pockets, Brian Bonz, Mom Pop Duma

    Doors at 7 pm
    21+ admitted

    Price

    FREE! (21+ admitted)

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    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Rose Betts

    Rose Betts

    Traveling Feet US Tour

    at the Wonder Bar
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    ROSE BETTS
    Traveling Feet US Tour
    with special guest Simone

    A regular on the London music scene and darling of Sofar Sounds, Grammy nominated artist Rose Betts toured the UK in 2017, self released her first EP The Stars Look Down and in 2021 she featured as part of Zack Snyder’s Justice League soundtrack album in which she performs her cover of ‘Song To The Siren.’ In 2022 she signed to Warner Chappell and released her debut album ‘White Orchids’ which included her viral single ‘Driving Myself Home’. Her songs have had major TV placements, including Greys Anatomy, New Amsterdam and Legacies. She is continuing to blur the lines of conventionality through her collaborations with art, film, theatre and virtual technology.

    Doors at 7 pm, showtime 8 pm

    Price

    $18 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $20 at the door

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    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Artikal Sound System

    Artikal Sound System

    at the Wonder Bar
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    Artikal Sound System
    Mouse Powell

    With the release of its debut LP, Welcome to Florida, Artikal Sound System defines its daring and eclectic, alt rock-reggae, R&B inflected sound. Fronted by the vibrant sun-kissed chanteuse Logan Rex, and flanked by accomplished instrumentalists Chris Montague (guitar), Fabian Acuna (bass), Christopher Cope (keyboards) and Adam Kampf (drums), this colorful South Florida ensemble carves out the slinkiest of rhythms amongst deep grooves and evocative lyrics. The group delivered a slew of scintillating turns onstage, appearing with an array of talent including dates with Stephen Marley, festivals with Slightly Stoopid, a national fall tour with Iration, and a guest appearance with Andy Frasco, not to mention a signature headlining run. As their latest single featuring up-and-coming alt hip-hop duo, Little Stranger, continues to make noise in tastemaker circles, A.S.S enters the studio to begin production on their forthcoming LP slated for release this year.

    Doors: 7pm
    Show: 8pm

    21+

    Price

    $20 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $25 at the door

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    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Tramps Like Us 

    Tramps Like Us 

    Springsteen Tribute Show

    at the Wonder Bar
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    Tramps Like Us
    Springsteen Tribute Show

    Tramps returns to the intimacy of the Wonder Bar with a special 60th birthday bash show for Tramps front man and founder Mark Salore.

    Join us in welcoming new sax man Dan Hutchinson to Tramps Like Us in his first official public show with the band. Having spent the last 15+ years performing in venues all across the east coast, Dan has shared the stage with some of the New Jersey greats, including Pat Roddy, Suit & Mai Tai, and many more. Come celebrate his ‘Runaway American Dream’ in channeling the Big Man with Tramps Like Us, featuring E Street classics, deep cuts and all the hits in two long Tramps sets.

    Door 7:00, show 8:00 to 11:30

    21+

     

    Price

    $25 in advance plus applicable surcharges, $30 at the door

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    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
    Directions
  • Happy Mondays

    Happy Mondays

    S0ulfood, Catch Me If You Can, Mar!, Alors Alors

    at the Wonder Bar
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    HAPPY MONDAYS

    Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.

    S0ulfood, Catch Me If You Can, Mar!, Alors Alors

    Doors at 7 pm
    21+ admitted

    Price

    FREE! (21+ admitted)

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    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Magic Beans

    Magic Beans

    at the Wonder Bar
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    Magic Beans
    Squeaky Feet

    7pm doors
    8pm show
    21+

    Price

    $21 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $26 at the door

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    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Billy Walton Band

    Billy Walton Band

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    Billy Walton Band
    Two-set headline show

    High energy blues rockers BWB are a “blues band,” but they bring so much more to every live show. Join us at the Wonder Bar for a night of contagious singing and dancing with the Billy Walton Band.

    Billy Walton is an accomplished guitar master from the vibrant New Jersey Shore music scene. He earned his stripes in the rock & roll trenches, playing lead guitar for many years with Jersey icon, Southside Johnny. He has also shared the stage with music legends Little Steven, Gary US Bonds and Steven Tyler, to name a few.

    The Billy Walton Band grew out of this rich musical heritage, and found its groove when Billy connected with bassist William Paris. With the addition of Tom Petraccaro on sax, Eric Safka on Hammond B3, Bruce Krywinski Jr on trumpet, Destinee Monroe guitar/vocals and Shane Luckenbough on drums. Their efforts met with immediate interest from the fertile British blues scene, leading to multiple successful tours across Europe and eastern United States. They have a solid, dedicated fan base which is growing quickly. In addition to blues rock fans, the jam band scene has also embraced the band -– hungry for their high energy live shows.

    Door 7:00 PM
    Show 7:30 PM

    21 AND UP

    Price

    $20 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $20 at the door

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
    Directions
  • Waiting On Mongo

    Waiting On Mongo

    with special guest All Night Boogie Band

    at the Wonder Bar
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    WAITING ON MONGO
    with special guest All Night Boogie Band

    A power funk septet, WOM is an immersive experience that can only be described as a soulful journey that pushes the limits in the 4th dimension of psychedelic grooves. With strutting guitar riffs, transcendent horns, and heady organ depth, the live performances take you on a cathartic journey where you shed the weight of the world with everyone in attendance. Traversing the inner workings of the human soul, everything seems to be in its right place when the Mongo party hits full throttle.

    WOM has relentlessly displayed a level of musicianship that continues to impress both music critics and fans alike, winning awards in their hometown of Asbury Park for consecutive years. With a permeating aura of soulful energy, that illuminates every venue, the band is on a collision course for new locations to spread the love that is their music.

    ALL NIGHT BOOGIE BAND

    All Night Boogie Band is a blues, rock & roll, and soul-inspired band hailing from the Green Mountains of Burlington, Vermont. Formed in late 2021, the young yet experienced quintet expresses a unique sound full of originality, vigor, and dedication to the resonance of great American music.

    All Night Boogie Band won “Vermont Rising Stars” in the 2023 New England Music Awards and were nominated for “Best Blues Artist” in the 2023 Seven Daysies Awards. They were featured as a Relix Magazine “Artist on the Rise” in their July 2022 Edition, won Vermont’s 2023 Blues Challenge, and were Semifinalists at the Blues Foundation’s International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee in January 2023.

    Seven Days (VT’s Weekly) described their 2022 debut single “A Woman Like I” as “A six-minute-plus blast of blues and soul, the track reveals a shocking amount of authenticity for such a young band. Massive, soulful vocals; big horns; and a powerfully tight rhythm section combine to create a huge blues sound.”

    Their 2022 debut album “Taste These Blues” was also reviewed by Seven Days: “The young Burlington band has put out a record brimming with love for the blues, as well as hints of jazz and soul music. Taste These Blues, the band’s debut, showcases guitarist Brendan Casey’s strong and studious songwriting and lead singer Jessica Leone’s powerful, soulful vocals. Over eight tracks, the band showcases impressive instrumental prowess but also hints at a strong live show. It’s a compelling debut, full of character and promise.”

    Their 2nd LP titled “Angel of the Airwaves”, was released on August 3rd, 2023. Seven Days says, “With their second LP, Angel of the Airwaves, All Night Boogie Band have lived up to the promise of their debut. The group has delivered a versatile record that remains steeped in its blues roots while pursuing new stylistic frontiers with which Taste These Blues merely flirted.”

    21 AND UP

    Price

    $18 ADVANCE/$23 DAY OF SHOW (plus applicable service charges)

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    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Happy Mondays

    Happy Mondays

    Neon Rayon, Mamadrama, Sacred Lawns

    at the Wonder Bar
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    HAPPY MONDAYS

    Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.

    Neon Rayon, Mamadrama, Sacred Lawns

    Doors at 7 pm
    21+ admitted

    Price

    FREE! (21+ admitted)

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Will Hoge

    Will Hoge

    at the Wonder Bar
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    WILL HOGE
    Jett Holden

    The Wonder Bar is happy to welcome back Will Hoge! Will has a career whose milestones include No. 1 hits, Grammy nods, major label record deals, and hard-won independence. Years before Americana music received its own category at the Grammys, Hoge was on the frontlines, helping to pilot and popularize the genre’s blend of American roots music. In the current digital era dominated by influencers seeking shortcuts to stardom, Will Hoge proudly treads the scenic route, immersing himself in the journey rather than fixating on the destination.

    Doors at 7 pm
    Showtime 8 pm

    21+

    Price

    $20 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $22 at the door

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    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Saltwater Country

    Saltwater Country

    Country Halloween Party

    at the Wonder Bar
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    Calling All Cowboys and Cowgirls!
    Country Halloween Party featuring
    SALTWATER COUNTRY
    America’s Beach Country Tribute Band

    Based on the east coast, Saltwater Country is a 7-piece new/classic country tribute with a beach vibe that’s taking the area by storm. Get those cowboy boots and hat on (but keep your flip flops nearby) and be ready to dance and sing along!

    21 AND UP ADMITTED

    Price

    $17 in advance (plus applicable service charges), $20 at the door

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    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Hi-Tide Halloween Double Feature

    Hi-Tide Halloween Double Feature

    Black Flamingos, Primitive Finks & more

    at the Wonder Bar
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    HI-TIDE HALLOWEEN DOUBLE FEATURE
    Black Flamingos
    The Primitive Finks
    Plus! Extra added attractions
    The Coffin Daggers
    Charlie & The Tropicales
    DJ Grey Haas spinning monster 45s

    Hi-Tide Recordings takes over the Wonder Bar for THE Monster Mash party of 2024, featuring spooky surfin’ sounds, cocktails, great food, monster movie reels, costume contest & more!

    Door 7:00 PM
    Show 8:00 PM

    21 AND UP

    Price

    $25 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $25 at the door

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
    Directions
  • Happy Mondays

    Happy Mondays

    Ruby Bones, Deirdre Forrest, The Mercury Brothers

    at the Wonder Bar
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    HAPPY MONDAYS

    Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.

    Ruby Bones, Deirdre Forrest, The Mercury Brothers

    Doors at 7 pm
    21+ admitted

    Price

    FREE! (21+ admitted)

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Cloud Nothings: 10 Years of Here and Nowhere Else

    Cloud Nothings: 10 Years of Here and Nowhere Else

    10 Year Anniversary Tour

    at the Wonder Bar
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    Cloud Nothings: 10 Years of Here and Nowhere Else
    Equipment
    Farmers Wife

    21+

    Price

    $26 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $30 at the door

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • A Mister Tickle Hands Halloween Party

    A Mister Tickle Hands Halloween Party

    with special guests partylord

    at the Wonder Bar
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    A Mister Tickle Hands Halloween Party
    with special guests partylord

    Join us for a spine-tingling night of thrills and chills at the Wonder Bar! This Halloween, immerse yourself in the whimsical and wacky world of Mister Tickle Hands, the beloved maestros of mischief, as they take the stage for a night of unforgettable fun and fright. Prizes will be awarded to those dressed in the best costumes. Get ready for a night of laughter, music and Halloween magic. Join us as we celebrate the season in style with Mister Tickle Hands. Don’t miss out — this is one Halloween show that promises to be a real treat!

    Show 7:30 pm

    21 AND UP

    Price

    $20 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $20 at the door

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Statesboro

    Statesboro

    A Tribute to the Allman Brothers

    at the Wonder Bar
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    Statesboro
    A Tribute to the Allman Brothers

    Get ready for an unforgettable night with Statesboro, the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute band led by keyboardist Arne Wendt and the blazing slide work of Charlie Macarone. Experience the timeless classics, and electrifying performances that will take you back to the heady days of the Fillmore East.

    “When Statesboro cranks it up, all you have to do is close your eyes and let the music carry you back to At Fillmore East and Eat a Peach. This isn’t just a tribute band; Statesboro plays with an improvised passion that would make Duane, Gregg, Dickey, Berry, Jaimoe and Butch proud. Be sure to catch Statesboro whenever and wherever you can; you’ll want them to play all night!” — John Lynskey – Resident Historian, The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House Macon, Georgia

    Door 7:00 PM
    Show 8:00 PM

    21 AND UP

    Price

    $30 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $30 at the door

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Jersey Fest

    Jersey Fest

    at the Wonder Bar
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    Jersey Fest

    A celebration of the Garden State and the people who make it great. Join us for an evening of incredible NJ bands, brews, spirits, food and more!

    The Hard Maybes

    Christian Sparacio & the Yellowbrooks

    Dentist

    21 AND UP

    Price

    $20 in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $30 at the door

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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  • Happy Mondays

    Happy Mondays

    The Looms, Milk St., Louis Montesano, Tabitha Booth & Wax Majestic

    at the Wonder Bar
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    HAPPY MONDAYS

    Happy Mondays return to the Wonder Bar with free live music by local and national artists, plus food & drink specials.

    The Looms, Milk St., Louis Montesano & The Shark Party, Tabitha Booth & Wax Majestic

    Doors at 7 pm
    21+ admitted

    Price

    FREE! (21+ admitted)

    Time

    Location

    Wonder Bar
    1213 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712
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