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The Best 7 Jersey Shore Party Towns for Singles

If you want to party this Summer, the Jersey Shore doesn’t disappoint. There are great Jersey Shore party towns for singles out there. From boardwalks to bars, these seven beach…

point pleasant boardwalk at dusk The Top 7 Jersey Shore Party Towns for Singles

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If you want to party this Summer, the Jersey Shore doesn't disappoint. There are great Jersey Shore party towns for singles out there.

From boardwalks to bars, these seven beach towns (in no particular order) offer the best combination of sun, sand, and entertainment for singles.

Here are the top 7 Jersey Shore party towns for singles

1. LBI 

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Long Beach Island is known for its beaches, but it also offers a vibrant nightlife that's perfect for singles who want to party. The island's bars and beach clubs are alive after dark, with live music, DJs, and fun events. You can enjoy drinks with friends on a rooftop terrace or dance barefoot in the sand. LBI always offers a party atmosphere.

2. Belmar 

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With its beachfront clubs and outdoor festivals, Belmar offers plenty of opportunities for singles to have a great time. Enjoy live music on the boardwalk or mingle at a beachside barbeque. Belmar has a fun party atmosphere that makes it one of the great Jersey Shore party towns for singles.

3. Seaside Heights 

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The epitome of Jersey Shore party culture. The boardwalk is filled with bars, clubs, games, and rides creating an amazing atmosphere. Whether you're dancing, playing games, enjoying drinks, or just people-watching, Seaside Heights never disappoints.

4. Asbury Park 

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Another town with a boardwalk filled with bars, rooftop lounges, and beach-themed clubs, offers a wide range of experiences for partygoers. From themed dance parties to live DJ sets and all types of live music, the nightlife caters to every taste always promising a great time for singles.

5. Atlantic City 

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A gambler’s and partier’s playground. The famous (and sometimes infamous) boardwalk is lined with casinos, clubs, and lounges, offering an energetic atmosphere perfect for people ready to be seen. Whether you're hitting the tables or slots, catching live bands or DJs, or drinking and dancing by the pool, Atlantic City promises a unique and memorable party experience.

6. Point Pleasant 

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Yes, family-friendly but also a great nightlife. Again, like all the best shore towns the boardwalk has many bars, restaurants, and clubs. You can go barhopping with friends, see a live band, or take a private walk on the beach. Point Pleasant provides a delightful scene and makes it another one of the great Jersey Shore party towns for singles.

7. Wildwood 

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The legendary Wildwood boardwalk is synonymous with excitement and fun making it a perfect destination for singles who want to party. Numerous bars and nightclubs mean there's never a dull moment for partygoers. Some rooftop establishments even offer amazing ocean views perfect for singles looking for a memorable time.

Whichever you choose, these 7 towns are the top 7 Jersey Shore party towns for singles.

16 Best Classic Rock Songs to Hear at Jersey Shore Beach Bars

People from the Philadelphia area associate Jersey Shore beach bars with some very specific images.

The allure of freedom and an escape from all worries can creep into the minds of anyone looking for a few days off from work to enjoy the summer weather, and most of these visions include a cold drink underneath a peaceful sunset with family and friends.

In towns like Sea Isle, Wildwood, or Avalon, that could also mean an acoustic guitar player at a beach bar playing loudly enough to enjoy and softly enough to talk over.

These guitar players aren’t going to rock you out as hard as a Rolling Stones concert, but the best ones can create the perfect mood with the right selection of smooth classic rock songs.

Hit songs from Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers and Billy Joel probably race through your mind if you’ve ever been to some of these relaxing Jersey Shore beach bars for a summer happy hour.

Pretty much anything by Bruce Springsteen will please the crowd. The long-time Jersey Shore fanatic romanticized the feeling of freedom and peace of mind during the summer with lyrical references all throughout his career.

Plenty of his Rock & Roll counterparts also provided the peaceful, easy feeling that vacationers at the Jersey Shore look for during that short stretch of time when they get to avoid their problems.

"American Girl" by Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

It's probably the most recognizable hit from Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, and it gets plenty of love because of its soft sound that sets a light mood. 

"Piano Man" by Billy Joel

Most people who hear "Piano Man" have an immediate association with a particular group of friends or some specific period of time in life when the song stirred some emotion.

The authentic emotion sets a mood of community, especially when people sway their drinks back and forth in a "cheers" motion.

...Anything... by Bruce Springsteen

He's the hero the common man and the Rock & Roll legend that popularized the feeling of freedom associated with the Jersey Shore.

Visit any beach bar within a few hundred miles of Philadelphia, and you're bound to hear at least one song from The Boss. 

"Thunder Road," "Glory Days," "Girls in Their Summer Clothes," and "Born to Run" are some of the best go-to Bruce songs that pump up any crowd enjoying a cold beer in a relaxing environment.

"Jersey Girl" by Tom Waits

The Bruce Springsteen version might've become more popular, but Tom Waits originally performed "Jersey Girl."

The lyrics hit home in an unmistakable way. 

"Peaceful Easy Feeling" by the Eagles

No song will give you a more "Peaceful Easy Feeling" than the Eagles' hit.

"Summer of '69" by Bryan Adams

This one was a layup. 

"Running on Empty" by Jackson Browne

The mild sound of Jackson Browne gives a sense of bringing back memories.

"Fool in the Rain" by Led Zeppelin

The unmistakable background riff provides the perfect mix of a light sound and the hard rock style of Led Zeppelin.

"Over the Hills and Far Away" is another often-used beach bar favorite. 

"Sweet Home Alabama" by Lynyrd Skynyrd

It's certainly not a song that's centric to the Jersey Shore, but the smooth sound of the Lynyrd Skynyrd classic adds another light song from a Rock & Roll band into the mix.

"Against the Wind" by Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band

Bob Seger sang about memories and youth with authenticity.

So many vacationers at the Jersey Shore think back to their childhoods and going on vacation with family as a warm memory of the past, even if the experiences weren't always perfect.

"The Sweetest Thing" by U2

The softer sound of a love song can create a peaceful mood in a relaxing setting. 

"Can’t You See" by The Marshall Tucker Band

The sound of Southern Rock hits home just as well as Lynyrd Skynyrd with "Can't You See" by the Marshall Tucker Band, a group that strangely doesn't have a member named Marshall Tucker.

"Have You Ever Seen the Rain" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

The opening chords for "Have You Ever Seen the Rain" strike a crowd with a unique sound that sets the perfect relaxing mood.

"Maggie May" by Rod Stewart

The lyrics might mislead listeners a little bit, but lines about a young man chasing an older woman set an intimate mood. 

"Maybe I’m Amazed" by Paul McCartney

The guitar solo is the appropriate level of classic rock for the setting without a wild "Won't Get Fooled Again" type of sound. 

"Free Ride" by the Edgar Winter Group

The opening verse of "Free Ride" invokes the feeling of freedom and life away from responsibilities, which is exactly what vacation is all about. 

Gina Cosenza is a digital content coordinator for Beasley Media Group Philadelphia. She has been with the company for a year, writing and assisting with all things social. As a content creator in Philadelphia, Gina covers all things Philly sports, food, music, and lifestyle