Save Ocean Beach Park Presents CT Summer Series & Fireworks Night
Save Ocean Beach Park presents CT Summer Series & Fireworks Night on Friday, June 26, with an evening of live music, community celebration, and fireworks overlooking the shoreline at Ocean Beach Park in New London. The special event features tributes to local history, live performances, and a spectacular fireworks display as part of the park’s popular summer concert series.
The evening begins with a special presentation by the Save Ocean Beach group honoring Mr. Ocean Beach, Tony Pero. Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite or silliest hats in tribute, and everyone who participates will receive a special treat. Following the ceremony, the park welcomes RetroVerse Band for its first performance as the opening act of the 2026 CT Summer Series.
RetroVerse delivers a high-energy Rock & Roll Theatrical Extravaganza celebrating the music and fashion of favorite decades. The band’s diverse setlist features classic rock, one-hit wonders, alternative rock, progressive rock, movie soundtracks, country music, metal, and much more. After the opening performance and fireworks spectacular, RetroVerse returns to the stage to close out the evening with another live set.
Whether you’re looking for live music, fireworks, or a memorable summer night by the beach, CT Summer Series & Fireworks Night offers an evening of entertainment for the whole family at one of Connecticut’s favorite waterfront destinations.
Event Schedule
7:30 PM
- Tribute honoring Mr. Ocean Beach, Tony Pero
- Hosted by Save Ocean Beach
- Wear your favorite or silliest hat to participate and receive a special treat
8:00 PM
- RetroVerse Band performs
- Fireworks display
- RetroVerse returns after the fireworks to finish the evening
Event Details
Date: Friday, June 26
Location: Ocean Beach Park
Address: 98 Neptune Avenue, New London, CT 06320
