{"id":29821,"date":"2026-03-13T00:30:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T05:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/granitecitygossip.com\/?page_id=29821"},"modified":"2026-03-13T12:05:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T17:05:37","slug":"party-at-the-beach-a-summer-tradition-that-keeps-getting-bigger","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/granitecitygossip.com\/index.php\/party-at-the-beach-a-summer-tradition-that-keeps-getting-bigger\/","title":{"rendered":"Party at the Beach, A Summer Tradition That Keeps Getting Bigger"},"content":{"rendered":"

Party at the Beach, A Summer Tradition That Keeps Getting Bigger<\/strong>, Announces This Year’s Headliners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

GraniteCityGossip.com, March 13, 2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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For more than a decade, Party at the Beach<\/strong> has been one of the Metro East\u2019s most beloved summer celebrations, a two\u2011night festival that brings together families, friends, and music lovers from Pontoon Beach, Granite City, and communities far beyond.

The festival is held annually at the Randall D. Dalton Veterans Memorial Park, 5111 State Route 111 in Pontoon Beach, Illinois<\/strong>, a beautiful setting that has become synonymous with summer fun and great music. Year after year, the park fills with lawn chairs and laughter, and the unmistakable excitement that only Party at the Beach can bring.

From the very beginning, Party at the Beach set the bar high. The inaugural 2012 event featured The Well Hungarians<\/strong>, a crowd favorite who returned multiple times in the festival\u2019s early years. As the event grew, so did the caliber of performers taking the main stage.

Over the years, Party at the Beach has welcomed an impressive lineup of national touring acts, including:

The Well Hungarians<\/strong>
Southern Justice<\/strong>
Little River Band<\/strong>
The Charlie Daniels Band<\/strong>
Drake White<\/strong>
Vote for Pedro<\/strong>
Night Ranger<\/strong>
38 Special<\/strong>
Bad Company<\/strong>

These artists, along with many others, have helped shape Party at the Beach into a must\u2011attend summer destination, known for its lively crowds, unforgettable performances, and the kind of atmosphere that keeps people coming back year after year.

2026 Lineup Announced<\/strong>
This year\u2019s festival continues the tradition of bringing nationally recognized talent to Pontoon Beach:

Friday, August 7<\/strong>
ASHLEY McBRYDE<\/strong> National Recording Artist \u2022 Grammy Award Winner \u2022 One of country music\u2019s most powerful new voices

Saturday, August 8<\/strong>
RODNEY ATKINS<\/strong> National Recording Artist \u2022 ACM Award Winner \u2022 Hitmaker with a long list of country favorites

Both nights promise the high\u2011energy performances and community spirit that have made Party at the Beach a highlight of the summer calendar.

More details, including food vendors, activities, schedules, and parking information will be announced as they become available. For now, mark your calendars and get ready for another unforgettable August weekend at Randall D. Dalton Veterans Memorial Park.
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