Overview
Bomba at the Beach will return to Cedar Beach Park in 2026 for another summer of music, culture and community celebration. The City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Puerto Rican Culture Preservation Inc., has announced the continuation of the popular cultural series.
Each event will feature food, beverages, local vendors and live entertainment highlighting Puerto Rican and Caribbean traditions. Attendees can expect Bomba rhythms, salsa, merengue, bachata and other musical styles throughout the season.
2026 Event Dates and Performers:
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
Location: Cedar Beach Park, 2600 Parkway Blvd., Allentown, PA 18104
Rain date: May 29
Performers: Danny’s Caribbean Jam and Segunda Quimbamba
Friday, June 12, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
Location: Cedar Beach Park
Performers: Los Bomberos de la Calle and Azotando el Mambo
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
Location: Cedar Beach Park
Performers: Freddie Rivera y Conjunto Antillano and Mambo Kaliente
Friday, Aug. 28, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
Location: Cedar Beach Park
Performers: Clave Legacy and Grupo Hipnosis
Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 | 6–9 p.m.
Location: Cedar Beach Park
Performers: Tu Kan Tipico and Hector Rosado y su Grupo Hache
The City encourages residents and visitors to join the festivities and celebrate a season of music, dance and cultural pride at Bomba at the Beach 2026.
Admission
Upcoming Dates
- Friday, June 12
- Friday, July 10
- Friday, August 28
- Friday, September 18