Bomba at the Beach

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.