LAKEWOOD, NJ – New Jersey’s own pop-rock favorites, The Wag, are ringing in the holiday season with two festive performances of their popular Christmas Spectacular this December — including one show benefiting the Monmouth County SPCA.
The family-friendly concerts promise music, comedy, costumes, and plenty of heart as the band celebrates “Christmas Around the World” through classic holiday songs, international sketches, and original tunes.
The first show will take place on December 13 at The Strand Theater in Lakewood, followed by a charity performance on December 20 at the Middletown Arts Center, where all profits will be donated to the Monmouth County SPCA to help care for shelter animals through the winter.
For more than 26 years, The Wag has been a Bayshore mainstay, known for their upbeat harmonies, humor, and crowd-pleasing pop-rock sound.
Key Points
- The Wag’s Christmas Spectacular returns December 13 in Lakewood and December 20 in Middletown.
- The December 20 show will benefit the Monmouth County SPCA.
- The performances feature holiday songs, sketches, dance numbers, and original music.
Christmas Spectacular details
At The Strand Theater, tickets range from $23 to $28, with discounts for kids under 18 and adults over 65. The Middletown Arts Center show, priced at $15, directs 100% of profits to the MCSPCA.
The Wag’s live production channels the spirit of classic television holiday specials, blending heartfelt nostalgia with fresh energy. Expect costume changes, dance routines, comedy sketches, and festive surprises that showcase the band’s trademark creativity.
“Our show is designed to make people smile,” said the band. “It’s all about sharing joy and giving back to the community — especially around the holidays.”
Fans can watch the promo video here and check out the original Wag holiday song “Feels Like Christmas” here.
Tickets for both performances are available at The Strand Theater and The Wag’s official site.