Nikon at Jones Beach Theater

The Nikon at Jones Beach Theater is an open-air venue along the shoreline with permanent seating arranged in ascending rows facing the Atlantic Ocean. The stage and audience area form an integrated structure that takes advantage of the natural slope of the beach.

The theater opened in 1952 as one of the first major outdoor music venues on the American coastline. Since its inception, it has grown into a significant destination for live performances and summer entertainment.

The venue attracts touring musicians and performers from around the world who take the stage before thousands of attendees. It has become a gathering place for music lovers looking to spend their summer evenings by the shore.

The venue is easy to reach by car and offers extensive parking right near the beach. Public transportation options connect the theater to nearby train stations and bus stops for those without personal vehicles.

The venue underwent a complete modernization after a major storm in 2012 that affected the entire facility. This restoration brought new technical systems and updated infrastructure that visitors see today.

Location: Wantagh

Inception: 1952

Architects: Robert Moses

Official opening: June 26, 1952

GPS coordinates: 40.60122,-73.50261

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04