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Springsteen's Surprise Light of Day Set in Red Bank Includes ICE Rebuke Over Minneapolis

The 75-minute charity performance renewed his high-profile support for the Parkinson’s benefit.

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Bruce Springsteen joins all of the night’s performers for the finale of Light of Day Winterfest 2026 main event, “Bob’s Birthday Bash,” at Count Basie Center’s Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre in Red Bank, New Jersey, on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
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Overview

  • On Jan. 17, 2026, he played roughly 75 minutes with Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers at Red Bank’s Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre.
  • Before performing "The Promised Land," he urged that "ICE should get the f--- out of Minneapolis" and condemned heavily armed federal tactics.
  • He dedicated "The Promised Land" to Renee Good, described as a mother of three and an American citizen who died after being shot by ICE.
  • The unbilled appearance sparked a roaring crowd response as fans rushed the stage, with guests including Willie Nile and Gary U.S. Bonds.
  • Light of Day has raised more than $7 million for Parkinson’s causes, and reporting notes his schedule has no announced tour dates with a solo album expected later in 2026.