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Ocean Casino Resort is preparing for a busy summer with a full slate of entertainment, events and new guest experiences that aim to draw visitors throughout the peak season.

Headline shows at Ovation Hall and HQ2 Beachclub anchor the programming. The resort will also offer a mix of seasonal activations, partnerships and limited-time offerings tied to the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The summer entertainment lineup spans music and comedy, featuring performers such as Diana Ross, Sebastian Maniscalco and Matt Rife, as well as Lenny Kravitz and John Fogerty. HQ2 Beachclub will again serve as a centerpiece of the resort’s daytime and nightlife scene, with sets from artists including Steve Aoki and Loud Luxury.

A recently upgraded sound system at Ovation Hall is expected to enhance the live experience, while recurring shows and weekly drone displays in July add to the summer calendar.

In tandem with the entertainment push, Ocean is highlighting a range of new and recently introduced amenities. That includes Ocean’s 18 Mini Golf & Bar, which opened in January as a multilevel venue with two immersive nine-hole courses. Seasonal additions include the “America’s Birthday Bar” pop-up, expanded cabana experiences, and wellness-focused services such as in-room IV treatments and spa packages.

On the menu

The resort is also rolling out new food, beverage and retail offerings.

In store for guests are patio seating at Zhen Bang Noodle & Sushi (this fall), a new Mrs. Fields location (this fall) and expanded lobby retail (summer). The property will continue to layer in local and regional partnerships with brands like Hank Sauce, Jetty Ink, The Seed: A Living Beer Project and Little Water Distillery that help shape the overall summer experience.

A new high-limit gaming experience, The Cove, is slated to open in January 2027.

These additions come as part of a broader wave of investment touching on dining, entertainment, wellness and guest amenities across the property. The roughly $20 million in enhancements also comes on the heels of $50 million in capital improvements at the property in 2025.

“This summer’s investment introduces new experiences, partnerships, and entertainment that give our guests even more reasons to visit and enjoy the summer with us,” said Bill Callahan, general manager of Ocean Casino Resort. “There will be major performances at Ovation Hall and the return of HQ2 Beachclub, along with some unique collaborations that everyone is sure to enjoy.”