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Haddon Township presents the Summer of Love Music Festival on August 29th

Haddon Avenue Comes Alive with Music from the '60s, '70s and '80s, Food, Drinks and Family Fun

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 08/14/2026

(HADDON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Haddon Township invites residents and visitors to celebrate the sounds of three unforgettable decades at the Summer of Love 60's-70's-80's Music Festival on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. The festival will take place along Haddon Avenue between Strawbridge Avenue and Cooper Street.

The annual festival will bring an afternoon and evening of live music to the heart of downtown Haddon Township, with five bands taking the stage throughout the day - Invasion 65, Dancin Machine, Priceless, Boy Band Project, and B Street Band.

"Summer of Love is one of those events that really captures the energy of Haddon Township," said Mayor Randall Teague. "It brings generations together through music while giving residents and visitors a chance to experience our downtown, support local businesses and enjoy a full day together as a community. We're excited to welcome everyone back to Haddon Avenue for another memorable celebration."

In addition to live music, festival-goers can enjoy food trucks and drinks in the beer garden. The festival offers entertainment for all ages, including a Kids Zone, Dance Dome, inflatables and more throughout the day.

Held in the heart of Haddon Township's downtown district, the Summer of Love Music Festival is just a short walk from the Westmont PATCO station, making it easily accessible to visitors from throughout South Jersey and Philadelphia. 




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2:00pm – 3:15pm - Invasion 65

3:30pm – 4:45pm - Dancin Machine

5:00pm – 6:30pm - Priceless

6:45pm – 8:15pm - Boy Band Project

8:30pm – 10:00pm - B Street Band

Voted as one of the top 20 towns in which to live, work, or play by South Jersey Magazine, Haddon Township has blossomed into one of the premier communities in the metro-Philadelphia region. Thanks to its prime location and dedication to community involvement, the roughly 14,000 residents of Haddon Township enjoy the perfect balance of work and recreation. With its proximity to the revitalized business district along Haddon Avenue and strong public art partnerships with the Ritz Theatre Company and SoHa Arts on the White Horse Pike, visitors can enjoy fine eateries, established businesses, and family-friendly community entertainment within a short walk from public transportation.




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