Most concerts save their biggest moment for the encore. This one stops halfway through for fireworks.
On Friday night, Ocean Beach Park offers something a little different. Scenes, starring Ben Eramo, opens the evening with a full set of Elton John classics, recreating the costumes, vocals, and larger-than-life stage presence that made Sir Elton one of music’s most enduring performers. Just when the crowd thinks intermission has arrived, the sky over Long Island Sound becomes the headliner as fireworks burst overhead in a dazzling waterfront display.
When the final shell fades, the night isn’t over. Instead of packing up and heading home, the band returns to the stage for a second set, turning what would normally be the end of the evening into another opportunity to sing along with songs like Rocket Man, Tiny Dancer, Your Song, and Bennie and the Jets. It’s a simple idea, but one that makes the event feel different from a typical summer concert.
Whether you’re an Elton John fan or simply looking for a memorable Friday night, the combination of live music, fireworks, and an oceanfront setting is hard to beat. Bring a chair, settle in by the water, and enjoy two great shows for the price of one.
Need to know: Check out the complete Elton John Tribute + Fireworks Display event guide for admission information, the entertainment schedule, parking details, and everything else you need before you go.
