Battle of the Bands Returns to The Stone Pony October 15, Benefiting Mercy Center

New Jersey's building industry is trading blueprints for guitars this fall. Bohler and Mancini Duffy's Battle of the Bands returns Thursday, October 15, 2026, at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, bringing together professionals from architecture, engineering, construction, and commercial real estate for a night of live music, networking, friendly competition, and philanthropy.

Now in its third year, Battle of the Bands has grown from a creative idea into one of the AEC and CRE industries' most anticipated nights out, proving that even the most buttoned-up professions know how to let loose for a good cause.

Why It Matters

Every year, this event gives industry professionals a rare shot to step outside boardrooms and job sites and connect on a different stage, literally. This year's proceeds benefit Mercy Center, supporting the organization's work empowering individuals and families and strengthening communities across the region.

Dave Wisotsky, Principal at Bohler, put it simply: this event has become one of the best ways to bring the AEC and commercial real estate community together outside the traditional business setting, while rallying around a shared cause.

Bill Mandara, CEO of Mancini Duffy, echoed that sentiment, pointing to collaboration and shared experience as the foundation of the industry's best relationships, and Battle of the Bands as the perfect place to build them.

And for Mercy Center CEO Kim Guadagno, the impact goes straight to the community: events like this show what's possible when partners come together, with funds raised helping the organization keep delivering critical programs and services to individuals and families in need.

The Details

• What: Battle of the Bands, benefiting Mercy Center

• When: Thursday, October 15, 2026

• Where: The Stone Pony, Asbury Park, NJ

• Who: AEC and commercial real estate professionals, and anyone who loves live music for a good cause

‍ Expect live performances, real competition, and a room full of people who build New Jersey, cutting loose for a night that gives back.

‍ Get Involved

‍ ‍Sponsorship and registration are open now: Register for Battle of the Bands 2026

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