(OCEAN CITY, NJ) -- Legendary Motown group The Temptations look to continue their celebrated touring schedule with a summer stop at America’s Greatest Family Resort, Ocean City, New Jersey on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and multiple GRAMMY Award winners celebrate more than six decades of hits with their acclaimed live performances, remain one of the most enduring and influential groups in American popular music. Renowned worldwide for their signature harmonies, impeccable choreography, and an iconic catalog of timeless hits, their legacy continues to span generations.
The Temptations’ story is an extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and unmistakable harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching number one. Just a few of their classic hits that transcends all demographics – “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” and so many more.
Otis Williams is the original and founding member of The Temptations – through the good times and the bad. He is the key to their history and their stories – how they met, their groundbreaking heights, personal and political conflicts, brotherhood, family, loyalty and more. As the leader and collaborator, he has set the direction and tone for the Temptations through their transitions from the 60s to now. The group’s popularity is ever- increasing, as they are one of the most iconic, bestselling brands in the world today. The demand for the Temptations grows as each generation discovers them.
The Temptations will perform as part of The City of Ocean City's Boardwalk Summer Concert Series on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at the Ocean City Music Pier (Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace). Showtime is 7:00pm.
Tickets are available for purchase online, in- person at the Ocean City Music Pier Welcome Center, or by-phone at (856) 429-6100.
The City of Ocean City presents its annual Boardwalk Summer Concert Series at the Ocean City Music Pier, co-produced by BRE Presents and Rose Productions. The 2026 lineup includes:
8/03 Happy Together Tour 2026 featuring The Association, The Troggs, Jason Scheff (Chicago lead singer 1985-2016), Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante (The Archies & The Turtles), The Vogues, and The Cowsills
8/10 The Outlaws, plus special guest Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel
8/11 Todd Rundgren
8/17 Indigo Girls
8/18 The Temptations
8/24 10,000 Maniacs
