What a Wonderful Year

01/25/2026

LIVE from the snow storm right now and all day! Have some fun while staying safe and warm on your couch with the Snows of Fern and Last Snow Standing!

The Foes Of Fern

https://www.youtube.com/live/hvt4wR7jWF8k sto

With everyone stuck inside because of the winter storm the madmen from Outlaugh and SurviFern decided to see who can survive the storm and the game. This is ...

12/31/2025

Watch this space. Recaps, photos, videos, interviews, and more from WAWY 2025 are coming in January and beyond. We have so many people to thank, so many stories to tell and so much footage and photography to go through. And we will.

But first, we’re taking a beat.

For now, please know how deeply grateful we are to everyone who sponsored, played, worked, attended, and supported What a Wonderful Year. We felt the love and were blown away by it. This only exists because of you.

12/28/2025

It ain’t over til it’s over. Set times for night 2 are out. You don’t want to miss this- there’s still tickets at the door. Get there early before they sell out.
We’re back for our 9th year, December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. What a Wonderful Year celebrates the city’s vibrant live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Music runs nonstop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th. Tickets are on sale now at the Stone Pony Box Office through Dec 21 or at the door, and on Ticketmaster any time.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it’s Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:

12/27/2025

THIS JUST IN! Swipe for revised set times. Happy to welcome to the WAWY STAGE. Get your tickets at the door, don’t miss it.
We’re back for our 9th year, December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. What a Wonderful Year celebrates the city’s vibrant live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Music runs nonstop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th. Tickets are on sale now at the Stone Pony Box Office through Dec 21 or at the door, and on Ticketmaster any time.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it’s Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:

12/27/2025

Night ☝🏻 is here! Set times are out! There’s still some tickets at the door, don’t miss it.
We’re back for our 9th year, December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. What a Wonderful Year celebrates the city’s vibrant live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Music runs nonstop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th. Tickets are on sale now at the Stone Pony Box Office through Dec 21 or at the door, and on Ticketmaster any time.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it’s Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:

12/26/2025

1️⃣ day to go! Are you ready for
Asbury Park’s annual after-party?

We’re back for our 9th year, December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. What a Wonderful Year celebrates the city’s vibrant live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Music runs nonstop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th. Tickets are on sale now at the Stone Pony Box Office through Dec 21 or at the door, and on Ticketmaster any time.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it’s Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:

12/25/2025

✌🏻 days to go!
(also, Merry Christmas 🎄)
Asbury Park’s annual after-party is back for its 9th year, happening December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. What a Wonderful Year celebrates the city’s vibrant live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Music runs nonstop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th. Tickets are on sale now at the Stone Pony Box Office through Dec 21 or at the door, and on Ticketmaster any time.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it’s Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:

12/24/2025

3️⃣ days to go!

Asbury Park’s annual after-party is back for its 9th year, happening December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. What a Wonderful Year celebrates the city’s vibrant live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Music runs nonstop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th. Tickets are on sale now at the Stone Pony Box Office through Dec 21 or at the door, and on Ticketmaster any time.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it’s Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:

12/22/2025

Last Wave Brewing is fueled by the surf culture of Point Pleasant Beach, crafting easygoing, coastal-inspired beers that celebrate good times and local roots. Every pour reflects their love of community, craft and the Jersey Shore.

You can enjoy What A Wonderful Beer in cans from your local liquor store, on tap at Last Wave Brewing and of course at the Wonder Bar during the WAWY show.

Asbury Park’s annual after-party is back for its 9th year. This year the show happens December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. Tickets are on sale now, and advance purchase price specials end on December 24. Buy now and save $$$

The What a Wonderful Year (WAWY) music festival celebrates Asbury Park’s vibrant, diverse, and supportive live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Catch local favorites and emerging artists who stood out in 2025, the music runs non-stop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it's Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:









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12/21/2025

Set against the tide in Neptune, Shipwreck’d isn’t just a dispensary, it’s a destination. Offering a curated cannabis experience grounded in quality and community. Their mission says it all: "help discover products that elevate your day and calm your mind, with education and care at every step."

Stop in during this holiday season and find something special for friends and family.

Asbury Park’s annual after-party is back for its 9th year. This year the show happens December 27 and 28 at the Wonder Bar. Tickets are on sale now, and advance purchase price specials end on December 24. Buy now and save $$$

The What a Wonderful Year (WAWY) music festival celebrates Asbury Park’s vibrant, diverse, and supportive live music community with 20 bands across two stages over two nights. Catch local favorites and emerging artists who stood out in 2025, the music runs non-stop from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturday the 27th and 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday the 28th.

As always a portion of ticket sales will benefit a local Asbury Park nonprofit. This year it's Urban Community Farm.

WAWY 2025 is brought to you by the following sponsors:









Photo/Video credit to with thanks to Colossus Media Group. Art credit to