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Featured New Jersey Events
NJ Wine Expo 2026
When: 11/07/2026 at 12:00 PM
Where: Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel
Details: The third annual NJ Wine Expo returns to Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ, on Saturday, November 7, 2026. This highly-anticipated event is the Garden State’s premier indoor wine experience, and the perfect way to savor the state’s premier vintages. Whether you’re new to New Jersey wines or already a devoted fan, this is your chance to explore the full flavor of the Garden State’s vineyards all under one roof. Tickets are one sale now, with limited edition Early Access tickets available online only until November 5. Click here to read more about this Featured Event
Winter WonderLights Holiday Light Show 2026
When: 11/20/2026 - 01/03/2027 at 5:30 PM
Where: Middlesex County Fairgrounds, 655 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick
Details: Winter WonderLights, New Jersey's largest animated holiday light show drive-thru, returns for its 7th season on November 20. With more than 2 million lights synchronized to the season's favorite holiday hits, this year's show features a brand-new tunnel, the biggest displays in the show's history, and a surprise ending guests won't want to miss. The show is held at the Middlesex County Fairgrounds, 655 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ, seven days a week from 11/20/26 - 1/3/27, starting at 5:30 PM nightly. Click here to read more about this Featured Event
Neil deGrasse Tyson: Hope for Civilization at NJPAC
When: 12/04/2026 at 7:30 PM
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center St, Newark
Details: Neil deGrasse Tyson is coming to NJPAC for a special event on December 4 at 7:30 pm. In this intriguing talk, Dr. Tyson examines human civilization through a scientific lens, offering a different outlook on big topics like war, politics, religion, race and gender. We’ll get curious about why we are the way we are — and what we can do about it. Your perspective might change when you view humanity under a microscope. This presentation is inspired by Dr. Tyson’s book, Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization. Click here to read more about this Featured Event
William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert at NJPAC
When: 03/21/2027 at 4:00 PM
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center St, Newark
Details: GEA Live, in collaboration with Disney Concerts and Baz Luhrmann, present William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert, a cinematic live-to-film event celebrating the 30th anniversary of Luhrmann's groundbreaking 1996 film. The global tour will stop in Newark at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) for one show only on Sunday, March 21, 2027, at 4:00 pm. This special event features a hybrid ensemble performing the film's score and music live in sync with the full movie. Tickets are on sale now. Click here to read more about this Featured Event
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Holiday Events in New Jersey
Winter WonderLights Holiday Light Show 2026
Where: Middlesex County Fairgrounds – 11/20/2026 - 01/03/2027: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Winter WonderLights, New Jersey's largest animated holiday light show drive-thru, returns for its 7th season on November 20. With more than 2 million lights synchronized to the season's favorite holiday hits, this year's show features a brand-new tunnel, the biggest displays in the show's history, and a surprise ending guests won't want to miss. The show is held at the Middlesex County Fairgrounds, 655 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ, seven days a week from 11/20/26 - 1/3/27, starting at 5:30 PM nightly.
Comedy Events in New Jersey
Concerts in New Jersey
William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert at NJPAC
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center – 03/21/2027: 4:00 pm
Details: GEA Live, in collaboration with Disney Concerts and Baz Luhrmann, present William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert, a cinematic live-to-film event celebrating the 30th anniversary of Luhrmann's groundbreaking 1996 film. The global tour will stop in Newark at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) for one show only on Sunday, March 21, 2027, at 4:00 pm. This special event features a hybrid ensemble performing the film's score and music live in sync with the full movie. Tickets are on sale now.
Festivals & Expos in New Jersey
NJ Wine Expo 2026
Where: Bell Works – 11/07/2026: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: The third annual NJ Wine Expo returns to Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ, on Saturday, November 7, 2026. This highly-anticipated event is the Garden State’s premier indoor wine experience, and the perfect way to savor the state’s premier vintages. Whether you’re new to New Jersey wines or already a devoted fan, this is your chance to explore the full flavor of the Garden State’s vineyards all under one roof. Tickets are one sale now, with limited edition Early Access tickets available online only until November 5.
Food & Wine Events in New Jersey
Kids & Family Events in New Jersey
Performing Arts Events in New Jersey
Neil deGrasse Tyson: Hope for Civilization at NJPAC
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center – 12/04/2026: 7:30 pm
Details: Neil deGrasse Tyson is coming to NJPAC for a special event on December 4 at 7:30 pm. In this intriguing talk, Dr. Tyson examines human civilization through a scientific lens, offering a different outlook on big topics like war, politics, religion, race and gender. We’ll get curious about why we are the way we are — and what we can do about it. Your perspective might change when you view humanity under a microscope. This presentation is inspired by Dr. Tyson’s book, Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization.
About The Best of New Jersey Events Calendar
Looking for concerts in New Jersey? Our events calendar includes the Garden State’s best venues. This includes top locations like the PNC Bank Arts Center, the Prudential Center, the Stone Pony and more. Or perhaps you’re more interested in family events and activities? In that case, we have everything from 4th of July fireworks events to food truck festivals; we also have activity listings for family recreation at places like Turtle Back Zoo.
