A collaboration between Monmouth County Tourism and the nonprofit Count Basie Center for the Arts

ParkStage is a collaboration between the nonprofit Count Basie Center for the Arts and Monmouth County Tourism, which has created a large-scale, open-air performance venue set to spend its summer at the East Freehold Park Showgrounds. ParkStage is also just part of the celebrations surrounding the America and Monmouth County 250 birthday celebrations, and the Basie Center’s own ‘Centennial Celebration.’ 



Ticket Options

Fans attending events at ParkStage have a number of ticket options from which to choose:

VIP Platforms: Located on each side of the main stage, ParkStage’s VIP Platform setups offer upgraded amenities like:

 

  • Dedicated concessions and restroom facilities
  • Fast access to the stagefront pit section
  • An elevated, covered viewing area of the main stage
  • Freedom to move around the entire ParkStage audience area, including the pit and general admission areas.

 

Pit Section: Located right in front of the stage, pit section tickets afford fans the perfect, upfront view of their favorite performing artists. Need a break? Pit tickets also afford access to the general admission area.

 

General Admission: Widely-available access to ParkStage’s largest viewing space

 

VIP Entertainment Experiences

Looking to impress clients, cultivate new business, celebrate a friend’s birthday or just have a great, upgraded time this summer ParkStage delivers unforgettable concert experiences that go beyond the ordinary. 

 

  • Reserved, dedicated space for your group in one of our VIP platforms
  • VIP parking and early event entry
  • Lounge-style seating
  • Enhanced food and beverage options upon request
  • Dedicated hospitality staff
  • Commemorative gifts for each member of your party
  • And more!


VIP Entertainment Experience packages are available to groups of 25 or more. For more information, email psvip@thebasie.org.  

 


Parking

The ParkStage experience includes plenty of free parking for all patrons, courtesy of JCP&L. Gates for all ParkStage shows open two hours prior to the showtime listed on your ticket.

Patrons interested in quick-access parking closest to the venue can secure VIP parking when they purchase their tickets online.
Patrons must NOT park on public roads or in residential areas. Violators will be subject to towing at their own expense.

Amenities

ParkStage will offer a variety of concessions options, from standard fare to vegan / vegetarian selections.

The Count Basie Center for the Arts, in collaboration with Monmouth County Tourism, proudly announces the launch of ParkStage — a large-scale, open-air performance venue scheduled to debut in the summer of 2026 at the East Freehold Park Showgrounds.