Arts & Entertainment
By MEAGAN KANE
May 28, 2026
HACKENSACK, NJ — The Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence (L.E.A.D.) Fest Carnival is rolling into Hackensack!The event will run from June 4–14 at University Plaza Drive (behind QuickChek on Hackensack Ave).Here are the hours:Monday–Friday: 5–11 p.m.Saturday–Sunday: 3–11 p.m.Admission is $5, ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - The sounds of summer will once again fill the air in Florham Park as the Florham Park Gazebo Concert Series returns for its 46th season of live music and community entertainment.The 2026 concert lineup features a variety of musical acts performing Sunday evenings throughout the ...
PATERSON, NJ - Performed in Spanish with English overtitles, La caída de Rafael Trujillo (The Downfall of Rafael Trujillo) will be presented at noon on Saturday, May 30, at the Paterson Free Public Library’s Danforth Branch, located at 250 Broadway.The production, written by Carmen Rivera and ...
SPENCERTOWN–Spencertown Academy Arts Center presents its 11th annual Members’ Art Show featuring works made by 106 academy community members. The exhibition opens on Saturday, May 30 and will remain on display through June 28. Gallery hours are Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. A ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Commissioner Mauro Tucci and the Township of Nutley Department of Parks and Recreation kicked off the 2026 Summer Concert Series with Little Mermen & Princess Pals at Glotzbach Park on Wednesday, May 27.The family-friendly event featured live performances of Disney favorites, lots ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Susan Sarandon and William H. Macy were spotted in Little Falls on Tuesday filming scenes for their upcoming film Exit Right, drawing attention from residents who noticed the production crew near Jackie's Grillette on Main Street. Community members said filming activity brought ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Taking place at the Ridgewood Public Library, this concert features local performers ages 13–18 who aim to raise awareness about teen mental health and provide a safe space for creative expression.RPL leaders shared that this program includes a short music therapy talk, two sets of ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Central Bucks School District is holding a district-wide student art show this weekend to highlight the work of student artists.“Art in Bloom” will take place May 29-31, 2026, at CB South High School. A reception on Friday will be held on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. The show ...
TOTOWA, NJ - K1 Speed officially opened its doors in Totowa in February 2026, bringing a new indoor racing and entertainment destination to North Jersey.The facility features two elevated go-kart tracks, arcade games, private event spaces and a food and beverage lounge, offering residents and ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Citing “a lack of participation,” Roselle Park has canceled the Tour de Roselle Park, which was scheduled for this coming weekend.The borough announced on social media that the bike clinic will still take place.The clinic is scheduled for Saturday, from 11 a.m. to noon, at ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Adults looking for an affordable creative outlet will have the chance to create their own artwork during a special painting event hosted by the Hanson Park Conservancy on Saturday, June 6, at the Cranford Community Center.While an earlier children’s ceramic figurine painting session ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Karen Hardy’s music career has taken her from East Brunswick school talent shows to Los Angeles, and now to the final round of a national contest that could help fund the next stage of her work as a recording artist.Hardy, a pop/R&B artist originally from East Brunswick, is ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Susan Sarandon and William H. Macy were spotted in Little Falls on Tuesday filming scenes for their upcoming film Exit Right, drawing attention from residents who noticed the production crew near Jackie's Grillette on Main Street. Community members said filming activity brought ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Public Library is offering the following children's programs for the month of June.June Children’s Department programs and events:Weekly programs: Bingo For Children: Mondays at 6:30pm – 7:00pmBingo games for children ages 3 & upJune 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29Lap Sit: ...
To see a full schedule of film screenings, panels, workshops and special events, alongside tickets and passes, you can visit the Monmouth Film Festival website.HOLMDEL, N.J. — Filmmakers, industry professionals, and movie enthusiasts from across the region will gather at Bell Works in Holmdel this ...
GHENT/HUDSON--Art Omi and Pocketbook Hudson Hotel and Baths have announced a partnership. Launched Memorial Day weekend, the collaboration features a free seasonal Art Shuttle connecting Pocketbook Hudson Hotel and Baths to Art Omi and other neighboring art destinations, alongside afterparties ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Susan Sarandon and William H. Macy were spotted in Little Falls on Tuesday filming scenes for their upcoming film Exit Right, drawing attention from residents who noticed the production crew near Jackie's Grillette on Main Street. Community members said filming activity brought ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — The Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library concert series begins Thursday.The Florian Schantz Jazz performs at the library, located at 404 Chestnut St, beginning at 6 p.m.This year's series celebrates America's 250th anniversary.The performance is free and open to the public.
ROXBURY, NJ - (Note: A planned cannon firing has been canceled) In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, some special patriotic elements are planned for this year's Roxbury Beach Blast, taking place Friday (May 29) at Horseshoe Lake Park.Steve Alford as G.
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Susan Sarandon and William H. Macy were spotted in Little Falls on Tuesday filming scenes for their upcoming film Exit Right, drawing attention from residents who noticed the production crew near Jackie's Grillette on Main Street. Community members said filming activity brought ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Poets, comedians, musicians and more are welcome to the Johnson Public Library for its Open Mic Night!Attendees who want to perform are asked to sign up with MCs Jonny Werdz and Teddy Coluca upon arrival. Taking place on Thursday, May 28, doors open at 6:45. The event runs from 7-9 ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Running weekly on Saturdays from June 6 to Sept. 26 is Ridgewood's Music in the Park!Taking place from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, all shows are weather permitting and the schedule is subject to change.Here's the full lineup:June 6: The Heartbreak BeatJune ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway Academy proudly celebrates 79 of its scholars who recently attended a special PBSIS-sponsored field trip to The Claridge Theater in Montclair, to view The Giver on Monday, May 4. The opportunity was extended to students who showed exemplary behavior and positive conduct in March ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Susan Sarandon and William H. Macy were spotted in Little Falls on Tuesday filming scenes for their upcoming film Exit Right, drawing attention from residents who noticed the production crew near Jackie's Grillette on Main Street. Community members said filming activity brought ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Located at 630 Boulevard, Kenilworth's hippest laundromat, Bubbles & Baskets recently made the following announcement on their social media page about their next upcoming Karaoke event. “Karaoke is baaacckk!! RSVP required! Click the link in our IG bio or visit ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — The Garden Club of Hackensack is rallying up for its fifth annual Arts in the Park event!Taking place on Saturday, June 6, at Johnson Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the free public program will bring together local artists, artisans, crafters, families and community organizations to ...
ROXBURY – Roxbury Arts Group kicks off its presenting program season with a uniquely American ensemble, the American Patchwork Quartet (APQ). Led by multi-Grammy award-winning guitarist and vocalist Clay Ross, APQ binds timeless American folk songs with jazz sophistication, country twang, West ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A rock band and a husband-and-wife duo will close out Doylestown Borough’s spring concert series on Thursday night.The Concerts at the Commons has brought live music to Broad Commons Park on Thursdays throughout the month of May. (The May 21 show was postponed because of rain.) The ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Jersey City Free Public Library is launching the city’s first-ever Youth Poet Laureate program, an initiative aimed at encouraging creative expression and civic engagement among local teenagers.Applications are open through June 30 for Jersey City residents ages 13 to 18 ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Hightstown High School's Alexander Torres Mino has been selected to represent Mercer County in the 2026 New Jersey State Teen Arts Festival. Alexander, a sophomore at Hightstown High School, submitted a piece titled “The Lion of Judah.” He was one of 18 Hightstown High School ...