Ashanti & Trey Songz Bringing Summer R&B Night to Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on June 18

WANTAGH, NY – Fans of early 2000s R&B and hip-hop are set for a major summer concert event on Long Island as Ashanti and Trey Songz take the stage at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on Thursday, June 18, 2026.

The performance is expected to draw thousands of fans from across Long Island, New York City, and the surrounding tri-state area for a nostalgic night filled with chart-topping hits, waterfront views, and one of the most recognizable outdoor concert venues in the region.

A Throwback R&B Concert Experience

The show brings together two artists who helped define the sound of mainstream R&B during the 2000s.

Ashanti rose to fame with hit singles such as: “Foolish”, “Rock Wit U”, “Rain on Me”, “Baby”, and “Happy”. She also became widely known through collaborations with artists including Ja Rule and Fat Joe during the height of the Murder Inc. era.

Trey Songz built a strong following with songs including: “Bottoms Up”, “Say Aah”, “Can’t Help But Wait”, “Na Na”, “Neighbors Know My Name”. Concertgoers can expect a setlist heavily focused on fan favorites, radio hits, and singalong moments that appeal strongly to millennials and longtime R&B listeners.

One of Long Island’s Most Famous Concert Venues

The concert will take place at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater, located along the waterfront at Jones Beach State Park. The venue has long been considered one of the premier outdoor music theaters in the Northeast and is especially popular during the summer concert season because of its open-air setting overlooking the water.

Many visitors choose to arrive early to:

• Visit the beach or boardwalk
• Enjoy nearby waterfront scenery
• Tailgate before the show
• Watch the sunset over the bay before performances begin

The theater regularly hosts major touring acts across pop, rock, country, hip-hop, and R&B genres throughout the summer.

Key Facts and Details

Getting to Jones Beach Theater

The venue is accessible via:

• Ocean Parkway
• Wantagh State Parkway
• Long Island Rail Road connections to Wantagh with seasonal shuttle options and rideshare access

Because summer concerts at Jones Beach can generate significant traffic, attendees are generally encouraged to arrive early.

Vicinity of the Concert

Long Island Summer Concert Tradition

Summer concerts at Jones Beach have become a major seasonal tradition for Long Islanders. The combination of live music, ocean air, beach scenery, and large-scale touring acts creates an atmosphere that differs from indoor arenas and stadiums. For many attendees, concerts at Jones Beach are as much about the overall experience as the performance itself. The Ashanti and Trey Songz concert is expected to become one of the more notable R&B-focused nights of the 2026 Jones Beach summer lineup, particularly among fans of classic 2000s-era music and nostalgia-driven live entertainment.