LIGHTS ON. SHOWTIME.

Saracen Casino Resort is proud to welcome legendary funk and R&B icons Kool & The Gang to the Saracen Event Center on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets start at $79 plus applicable fees and go on sale Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. through Ticketmaster.

From Nairobi to Newark, Kool & The Gang has performed continuously longer than any R&B group in history. Known for their unmistakable blend of funk, soul, and jazz, they are also the most sampled R&B band of all time. With a career spanning more than five decades, the group continues to tour worldwide, bringing their high-energy sound to fans across generations. Their iconic catalog includes timeless hits like Celebration, Cherish, Jungle Boogie, Summer Madness, and Open Sesame. The group’s music has earned countless accolades, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and most recently, induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2024. Kool & The Gang’s legendary sound remains deeply woven into pop culture, appearing in films such as Rocky, Saturday Night Fever, Pulp Fiction, and Wreck-It Ralph, as well as countless television shows and commercials.