OCTOBER 27, 2025

“Rock-Out to Raise Money” Patio Palooza 2025 Donates $18,000 to Mary’s Place by the Sea 

Despite a bit of rain, the spirit of the Jersey Shore shined bright at Patio Palooza 2025, the 15th annual end-of-summer local fundraising celebration hosted at The Wharfside Patio Bar in Point Pleasant Beach.  

This year’s proceeds from the event supported Mary’s Place by the Sea, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping women with cancer through integrative services that complement medical treatment and nurture healing of the mind, body, and soul. For more information about Mary’s Place, their programs, or how to support their mission, visit marysplacebythesea.org.  

From 4:00 to 10:00 PM, guests enjoyed a night of live music, dancing, and prizes. The evening featured 18 of the Shore’s best local bands, all generously donating their time and talents to support the this year’s cause. Bands included: The Mike Dalton Band, Undisputed, Eddie Testa, The Snakes, The Naked Apes, Moondoggie, Rock Bottom, Side Hustle, The Black Ties, Johnny & The Brue Crew, Joe Baracata, Living Proof, Aloha Monkey, The Ruckus, Brother Pete, Stampede, Hip Bop Horns, The Amused, Phil Engel, and Ron Brooks.  

Thanks to the generosity of the community, sponsors, and supporters, $18,000 was raised to support Mary’s Place by the Sea and their mission. The event was made possible with the support of Art & Design by Netwave Interactive Agency, who designed the commemorative Patio Palooza t-shirts for the evening. Mike Dalton of The Mike Dalton Band, who helped organize the event and the live music line-up making for an unforgettable night along the inlet.  

The Wharfside Patio Bar and Chefs International look forward to continuing this annual tradition in the years ahead, bringing the community together for fun, music, and support for great local causes.