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The Wellmont Theater - 2019 Calendar of Events
Where: Wellmont Theater โ 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019
Details: The Wellmont Theater is Montclair, NJ's premier theater and concert venue. Click here for the best 2019 events coming soon to The Wellmont Theater.
The Mosa Social - Bottomless Brunch
Where: Piazza di Roma โ 02/03/2019 - 12/29/2019
Details: The Mosa Social is the bottomless brunch experience you have been yearning for. So grab your sexy โI woke up like thisโ outfit and stop by.
Celebrate the Ultimate Sweet Sixteen at Piazza di Roma
Where: Piazza di Roma โ 07/01/2019 - 12/29/2019
Details: Piazza Di Roma creates the music, the memories, and the magic. Let them provide the perfect space to bring your sweet sixteen vision to life.
Thanksgiving Dessert from Calandraโs Bakery
Where: Calandraโs Bakery: Caldwell โ 10/09/2019 - 11/28/2019
Details: This year, let Calandraโs Bakery prepare your Thanksgiving Desserts! All three Calandraโs Bakery locations are open until 5:00 pm on Thanksgiving.
Calandraโs Italian Market & Deli Thanksgiving Catering
Where: Calandra’s Italian Village โ 10/09/2019 - 11/22/2019
Details: Let Calandraโs Italian Market & Deli Cater Your Thanksgiving Dinner. Our catering experts have created a delicious Thanksgiving catering menu.
Tropicana Tree Lighting Ceremony & Holiday Musical Light Show
Where: Tropicana Atlantic City โ 11/20/2019
Details: Official Tree Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Musical Light Show at Tropicana Atlantic City. A 35-foot tree with festive lights synchronized to music.
Jets vs Raiders Tailgate Experience
Where: Secaucus Junction Train Station (Edison Parking Lot) โ 11/24/2019
Details: Joinย Gameday Tailgate Experienceย for a large outdoor tailgate before the New York Jets host the Oakland Raiders. Special guests and former athletes!
Special Thanksgiving Buffet at il Vecchio Cafe
Where: Il Vecchio Cafe โ 11/28/2019
Details: Enjoy a Special Thanksgiving Buffet dinner at il Vecchio Cafe with your loved ones! Featuring a full buffet with seasonal dishes crafted by Chef Francesco.
Thanksgiving Holiday Dinner at Cucina Calandra
Where: Cucina Calandra โ 11/28/2019
Details: Thanksgiving Dinner at Cucina Calandra. Chef Costantino has a Thanksgiving Special Menu! Also entrees from our regular a la carte menu. Fine wines.
Calandraโs Mediterranean Grill Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet
Where: Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill โ 11/28/2019
Details: Join us at Calandraโs Mediterranean Grill for our Annual Deluxe Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet. Featuring a carving station serving prime rib, ham, and turkey.
The Annual Santa Saturday of Fort Lee
Where: Richard & Catherine Nest Adult Activity Center โ 12/07/2019
Details: The Annual Santa Saturday of Fort Lee! Have your photo taken with Santa. Listen to carolers singing all the classics. Enter the Instagram Challenge.
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Comedy Events in New Jersey
The Wellmont Theater - 2019 Calendar of Events
Where: Wellmont Theater โ 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019: 12:00 am
Details: The Wellmont Theater is Montclair, NJ's premier theater and concert venue. Click here for the best 2019 events coming soon to The Wellmont Theater.
Comedy Live! Improv with The Teachersโ Lounge
Where: Riverview Live โ 11/20/2019: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Details: Comedy Live! Hungry for a midweek comedy snack? Join in the Upstairs Lounge at Riverview for a night of improv led by โThe Teachersโ Lounge.โ
The Jim Breuer Residency Comedy, Stories & More Vol. IV
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center โ 11/23/2019: All Day
Details: Breuer came to national attention during his years on โSaturday Night Liveโ and the cult classic film โHalf Bakedโ with Dave Chappelle. Today, he canโฆ
Ramsey Theatre Live Stand-up Comedy Show
Where: Ramsey Theatre โ 11/23/2019: 9:30 pm
Details: The Ramsey Theatre Live Stand-up Comedy Show is Saturday, November 23rd! Regina DeCicco will be performing. She is an actress and stand-up comedian.
Stand Up For Something: Autism
Where: Hopewell Theater โ 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Stand Up For Something is a series of comedy shows. Each show benefits a different, local charity. This event supports Autism Speaks.
Bobby Collins
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse โ 12/06/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Special Event! One Night Only Special Event $28 Your Chance to See A Legend A Comics Comic Comedian Bobby Collins has an ability to truthfullyโฆ
An Evening with Stephen Colbert and Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Where: Prudential Hall at New Jersey Performing Arts Center โ 12/07/2019: 8:00 pm
Details: 9th Annual Montclair Film Benefit: An Evening with Stephen Colbert and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Your chance to experience two of the sharpest comic minds.
Fred Rubino
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse โ 12/07/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Freddy Rubino was born on the lower east side of Manhattan in New York City and then moved to Brooklyn. It is here where Fredโฆ
Comedy Night With Jo Selito Da Puppet
Where: The Early American Tavern โ 12/14/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Tickets are $25 with a 2 item minimum general - $22.00
Uncle Floyd
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse โ 12/20/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Also Featuring Tom Mongelli Floyd Vivino began his career in show business as a child performer, giving piano recitals and appearing as a dancer withโฆ
Stand-Up Comedy Night
Where: 208 Vine St โ 12/21/2019: All Day
Details: Please join us for our Comedy Series, featuring some of the countryโs best comics. Hosted by Kevin Hurley and always at least one featured comicโฆ
Uncle Floyd
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse โ 12/21/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Also Featuring Tom Mongelli Floyd Vivino began his career in show business as a child performer, giving piano recitals and appearing as a dancer withโฆ
Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Casino Atlantic City โ 12/27/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Chris Monty
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse โ 12/27/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Chris Monty is one of New Yorks busier comedians. Along with being a regular at New Yorks best comedy clubs, Chris is a terrific actorโฆ
Bert Kreischer
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa โ 12/28/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Bert Kreischer
Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Casino Atlantic City โ 12/28/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Capitol Steps: The Lyin' Kings
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center โ 01/11/2020: All Day
Details: The Capitol Steps began in 1981, at a Christmas party in the office of former Senator Charles Percy. Like most things in Congress, they neverโฆ
Classic Comedy of Radio & Television with Walter Choroszewski
Where: Florham Park Public Library โ 01/12/2020: 2:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: "Whoโs on first?" On January 12th at 2pm, speaker Walter Choroszewski will be at the Florham Park Public Library to present the history of broadcastโฆ
Masters Of Illusion
Where: State Theatre New Jersey โ 02/28/2020: 8:00 pm
Details: Fun for the whole family - but can you figure it out? Masters of Illusionยฎ includes grand illusions, levitation, escapologists, comedy magic, sleight of hand,โฆ
Frank Ferrante
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center โ 03/27/2020: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Frank Ferrante
Concerts in New Jersey
The Wellmont Theater - 2019 Calendar of Events
Where: Wellmont Theater โ 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019: 12:00 am
Details: The Wellmont Theater is Montclair, NJ's premier theater and concert venue. Click here for the best 2019 events coming soon to The Wellmont Theater.
Free Library Concert
Where: Ocean Township Library โ 11/20/2019: 2:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Charlie's Band features live music that adults know and love. Join us for an hour of songs from the Great American Songbook as well asโฆ
Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Christmas
Where: Caesar’s Palace โ 11/20/2019: 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Christmas
Wings -N- Sing: A Night of Lip Sync Battles
Where: Millburn High School Cafe โ 11/20/2019: 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Join the MHS Drama Club, the MHS Faculty & The Limelight Players as they host a night of the timeless form of "expression": LIP SYNCING!!!โฆ
With Confidence, Seaway, Between You and Me & Doll Skin
Where: House Of Independents โ 11/20/2019: 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: With Confidence, Seaway, Between You and Me & Doll Skin
High On Fire & Power Trip
Where: Asbury Lanes โ 11/20/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: High On Fire & Power Trip
Magic Beans / Mungion
Where: Wonder Bar โ 11/20/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Magic Beans / Mungion
Postmodern Jukebox - Count Basie Center
Where: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre โ 11/20/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Postmodern Jukebox - Count Basie Center
Victor Wainwright
Where: The Lizzie Rose Music Room โ 11/20/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Showtime- 7:30 pm 3 Time BMA Piano Award Winner and BB KING Entertainer of the Year Award and Band of the Year Award winner, Victorโฆ
With Confidence โ The Love And Loathing Tour
Where: House Of Independents โ 11/20/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: With Confidence โ The Love And Loathing Tour
Paul J Baccash
Where: Ariane Kitchen & Bar โ 11/20/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Paul sol,o 7:30pm til 9:30pm
Brian Setzer Orchestra
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center โ 11/20/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Brian Setzer Orchestra
John Cannavo
Where: American Spirits Roadhouse โ 11/20/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Open Mic. Bring what you play. Backline provided. Food and Booze available.
Postmodern Jukebox
Where: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre โ 11/20/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Postmodern Jukebox
Scott Bradleeโs Postmodern Jukebox
Where: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at Count Basie Center โ 11/20/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Scott Bradleeโs Postmodern Jukebox
SiriusXM Presents The Brian Setzer Orchesta's Christmas Rocks Tour
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center โ 11/20/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: SiriusXM Presents The Brian Setzer Orchesta's Christmas Rocks Tour
The Revel, DJ Olive Oil, DJ Glass
Where: Mexicali Live โ 11/20/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Revel, DJ Olive Oil, DJ Glass
The Revel
Where: Debonair Music Hall โ 11/20/2019: 9:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Revel
Free Pool Party Wednesday Guestlist in Atlantic City
Where: Boardwalk Atlantic City โ 11/20/2019: 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: FREE Pool Party Guestlist Wednesdays Every Wednesday Night Please register on Eventbrite and you will be contacted to be placed on guestlist
Giacomo Pucciniโs La boheme: Concert Version
Where: South Orange Performing Arts Center โ 11/21/2019: All Day
Details: Join us as we present the MidAtlantic Symphony Orchestra, Soloists and Seton Hall University Chamber Choir under the direction of Jason Tramm in this concertโฆ
Festivals & Expos in New Jersey
Atlantic City Hospitality Fiesta 2019
Where: Noyes Arts Garage โ 11/19/2019: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Join in the Atlantic City Hospitality Fiesta 2019. Business networking and a night of celebration. The who's who of New Jersey's public and private sectors.
Big Santa Lighting Extravaganza!
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza โ 11/22/2019: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Details: You won't want to miss The Big Santa Lighting Extravaganza! The lighting of 50-foot tall Big Santa and a Magical Journey to Find Santa.
Jersey City Wine Fest
Where: Harborside 3 Atrium โ 11/23/2019: 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Details: Come out to the Jersey City Wine Fest. Get Ready to travel on a world tour of wines! Over 100 Varieties to try all on the beautiful Jersey City Waterfront.
Harry Potter at Liberty Hall!
Where: Liberty Hall Museum โ 11/29/2019: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: The Christmas Tour Begins: Harry Potter at Liberty Hall! Join in this holiday season as Liberty Hall steps into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Vernon Lights Festival
Where: Vernon Lights Festival โ 11/29/2019 - 02/02/2020: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Vernon Lights Festival is a Wonderland of Lanterns and Light. Donโt miss this walk-through wonderland of family fun. See massive lighting displays.
41st Annual Festival of Trees
Where: 190 Lord Stirling Rd. โ 12/01/2019: All Day
Details: December 1-28 (Closed December 24-25 in observance of the Christmas holiday) 9:00 am โ 4:30 pmThe December is the time to visit the Environmental Educationโฆ
41st Annual Festival of Trees
Where: 190 Lord Stirling Rd. โ 12/01/2019: All Day
Details: December 1-28 (Closed December 24-25 in observance of the Christmas holiday) 9:00 am โ 4:30 pmThe December is the time to visit the Environmental Educationโฆ
Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green
Where: Morristown Green โ 12/01/2019 - 12/22/2019: 12:00 am
Details: The Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green. This month-long family event kicks off on the Sunday after Thanksgiving. Witness Santaโs rooftop arrival.
Central Jersey SantaFest by The Goddard School
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Princeton โ 12/01/2019: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Details: Join CentralJersey.com for their second annual SantaFest, presented by The Goddard School. Including holiday movies, crafts, and photo with Santa.
Grand Opening of Bettฤ & Eddieโs Christmas Castle at Laurita
Where: Laurita Winery โ 12/01/2019: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: Come to the Grand Opening of Bettฤ & Eddieโs Christmas Castle at Laurita. Each visitor will be given tokens that they can disperse in the โGiving Wellsโ
Bettฤ & Eddieโs Christmas Castle at Laurita
Where: Laurita Winery โ 12/04/2019 - 12/08/2019: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Details: Come to Bettฤ & Eddieโs Christmas Castle at Laurita Winery. Each visitor will be given tokens that they can disperse in the โGiving Wellsโ
IRW Undergraduate Learning Community Final Project Presentations and Podcast Festival
Where: Rutgers University – Douglass Student Center โ 12/05/2019: All Day
Details: IRW Undergraduate Learning Community Final Project Presentations and Podcast Festival
Christmas Festival
Where: Lacordaire Academy โ 12/05/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Come join the cast of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" as well as grades 4-8 as they bring some Christmas cheer to Lacordaire Academy! Theโฆ
Christmas on the Plaza
Where: Byrne Plaza โ 12/06/2019 - 12/07/2019: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Come out to Christmas on the Plaza. An awards ceremony and tree lighting. Carnival rides, vendors, and family entertainment. Story time with Mrs. Claus.
The Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble at Laurita!
Where: Laurita Winery โ 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Hear The Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble at Laurita! A community ensemble comprised of auditioned, and advanced-level handbells ringers.
West Cape May Christmas Parade
Where: Cape May Convention Hall โ 12/07/2019: All Day
Details: West Cape May Christmas ParadeStarts at 5:00pm sharp from the WCM Volunteer Firehouse and marches South on Broadway, winds East on Perry, and onto Carpenterโฆ
Crafts in the Warren Tech
Where: Warren County Technical School โ 12/07/2019: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: Come out to Crafts in the Warren Tech 10th Annual Event. This is a fun-filled holiday shopping experience! Non-Perishable Food Drive!
Duffield's Christmas Festival
Where: Duffield’s Farm Market โ 12/07/2019: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: Christmas Festival at Duffield's Farm. Join in to celebrate the season. Christmas photo area! Santa and Mrs. Clause are coming.
Verona Fair in the Square
Where: Downtown Verona โ 12/07/2019: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: Verona Fair in the Square! Come out to the 23nd annual festival for Verona and its surrounding communities. Celebrate the upcoming holiday season with crafters,โฆ
The Dickens Festival In Medford, NJ!
Where: Braddock’s Tavern โ 12/07/2019: 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Join in The Dickens Festival In Medford, NJ! Holiday Carolers, Great Food, Hot Chocolate, Magic, Comedy, Juggling, Live Presentations and more.
Food & Wine Events in New Jersey
The Mosa Social - Bottomless Brunch
Where: Piazza di Roma โ 02/03/2019 - 12/29/2019: 10:00 am
Details: The Mosa Social is the bottomless brunch experience you have been yearning for. So grab your sexy โI woke up like thisโ outfit and stop by.
Connections + Cocktails
Where: Tio Juan’s Margaritas โ 09/23/2019 - 11/25/2019: 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Details: Connections + Cocktails is held on the 4th Monday of every month. This is the event where existing and potential chamber members can connect withโฆ
Thanksgiving Dessert from Calandraโs Bakery
Where: Calandraโs Bakery: Caldwell โ 10/09/2019 - 11/28/2019: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Details: This year, let Calandraโs Bakery prepare your Thanksgiving Desserts! All three Calandraโs Bakery locations are open until 5:00 pm on Thanksgiving.
Calandraโs Italian Market & Deli Thanksgiving Catering
Where: Calandra’s Italian Village โ 10/09/2019 - 11/22/2019: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Details: Let Calandraโs Italian Market & Deli Cater Your Thanksgiving Dinner. Our catering experts have created a delicious Thanksgiving catering menu.
Ocean Eats Restaurant Week
Where: Ocean Casino Resort – Ovation Hall โ 11/03/2019 - 11/29/2019: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Noodle & Sushi, and Villain & Saint Ocean Eats Atlantic City is a 6 day celebration of dining at Ocean Casino Resort. Enjoy $39 dinners at American Cut.
Brick Farm Market Thanksgiving
Where: Brick Farm Market โ 11/09/2019 - 11/23/2019: 8:00 am
Details: Brick Farm Market offers a deliciously prepared pasture-raised Thanksgiving dinner. Order a complete meal, or add to your home cooked specialties.
The German Butcher Thanksgiving
Where: The German Butcher โ 11/10/2019 - 11/23/2019: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Details: The German Butcher is now taking Thanksgiving dinner orders until November 23. Their menu features uncooked turkeys as well as fully cooked options.
Friendsgiving Dinner at 100 Ocean
Where: 100 Ocean โ 11/14/2019 - 11/27/2019: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Details: Friendsgiving Dinner at 100 Ocean! Enjoy a 3-course dinner served family style. $45 per friend.ย Grab your crew for turkey, fixings and loads of fun!
A Tour of Italy Wine Dinner at Eno Terra
Where: Eno Terra Restaurant โ 11/19/2019: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: A Tour of Italy Wine Dinner at at Eno Terra. Join in for a fun and informative All Italian wine dinner! Enjoy Five courses and Seven wines.
Bell's Mansion Thanksgiving Catering
Where: Bell’s Mansion โ 11/20/2019: 12:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Details: Thanksgiving Catering. Leave the cooking to them - let Bell's Mansion cater your Thanksgiving Dinner! Place your order by November 20th.
Morristown Besties Friendsgiving
Where: Town Bar + Kitchen โ 11/20/2019: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Details: Morristown Besties Friendsgiving is back where it all started - at Town Bar and Kitchen in Morristown. There will be speciality cocktails, games, giveaways.
Pascal & Sabine Dinner Series
Where: Pascal & Sabine โ 11/20/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Details: Join Pascal & Sabine for a six-course dinner based around seasonal wild game. Including venison, rabbit and pheasant. You won't want to miss this dinner.
Cooking for Diabetics
Where: Ocean County Library – Little Egg Harbor Branch โ 11/21/2019: 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
Details: November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Join Shoprite Dietician Jennifer Klein as she talks about cooking for diabetics as well as a cooking demo. Please register.
Plants on Plates: Dinner with Anthony
Where: Juniper Hill โ 11/21/2019: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Plants on Plates dining series with Anthony Masiello. A collaborative plant-based vegan dinner. Remember, these dinners book up quickly.
Friendsgiving Wine & Chocolate Night
Where: Trina’s Treats โ 11/21/2019: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: A Friendsgiving Wine & Chocolate class! Make their gourmet style chocolate covered pretzels & chocolate covered strawberries.
Spanish Wine Tour Tasting
Where: Barrel & Brew Bar & Liquor โ 11/21/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Barrel and Brew Bar will be hosting a Spanish wine tasting. Touring the region of Spain with live music and charcuterie board pairings.
Holiday Walk Around Wine Tasting at Restaurant Nicholas
Where: Restaurant Nicholas โ 11/22/2019: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Details: Tis the season! Restaurant Nicholas is hosting a walk around tasting. The event showcases 16 "must have" wines for the holidays. Nicholas chose these wines.
Mad Batter Wine Dinner: Autumn Flavors
Where: Mad Batter Restaurant โ 11/22/2019: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Details: Mad Batter Wine Dinner: Autumn Flavors. Savor the flavors and colors of autumn during this five course seasonal menu paired with wine.
Kids Thanksgiving Cooking Class - Hackensack
Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy โ 11/23/2019: 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Details: Join the Kids cooking class at Maggiano's Little Italy. Kids will decorate their own Thanksgiving Day Cupcakes! First decorate their own Chef hat.
Christmas in the Country Trail at Four Sisters Winery
Where: Four Sisters Winery โ 11/23/2019 - 12/24/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Details: Enjoy Christmas in the Country Trail at Four Sisters Winery. Visit Wyckoff's Christmas Farm, Mackey's Orchard & Bakery, and Four Sisters Winery.
Kids & Family Events in New Jersey
The Wellmont Theater - 2019 Calendar of Events
Where: Wellmont Theater โ 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019: 12:00 am
Details: The Wellmont Theater is Montclair, NJ's premier theater and concert venue. Click here for the best 2019 events coming soon to The Wellmont Theater.
Celebrate the Ultimate Sweet Sixteen at Piazza di Roma
Where: Piazza di Roma โ 07/01/2019 - 12/29/2019: All Day
Details: Piazza Di Roma creates the music, the memories, and the magic. Let them provide the perfect space to bring your sweet sixteen vision to life.
Photo Contest
Where: Somerset County Administration Building โ 08/07/2019 - 11/29/2019: All Day
Details: Amateur or professional photographers living in Somerset County are invited to submit photos that showcase the vibrant communities, historic sites, and engaging community events. Likeโฆ
Holiday Toy Drive
Where: Buena Vista Township Municipal Complex โ 09/02/2019 - 12/02/2019: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Details: Holiday Toy Drive. Give a child a happy holiday experience! Donate unopened and unwrapped toys for all ages. Santa and Mrs Claus will hand outโฆ
Hall-Mills Murders Walking Tour
Where: Rutgers University – Douglass Student Center โ 09/13/2019 - 11/29/2019: 8:00 pm
Details: Hall-Mills Murders Walking Tour. Friday nights at 8 pm from September 13 to November 29, 2019. Walk the streets of New Brunswick where the star-crossedโฆ
Scarecrows in the Garden
Where: The Frelinghuysen Arboretum โ 10/19/2019 - 12/01/2019: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Details: Scarecrows in the Garden at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Take a stroll through the gardens to see dozens of ghoulish, whimsical, and colorful scarecrows.
Classic Creations Holiday Craft Show
Where: The Hermitage Museum โ 10/25/2019 - 12/01/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Details: Shop at the Classic Creations Holiday Craft Show at The Hermitage. Hundreds of artisans and crafters offer unique holiday decorations and gifts.
Santa HQ at Deptford Mall
Where: Deptford Mall โ 11/06/2019 - 12/24/2019: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Details: Deptford Mall partners with HGTV to present โSanta HQ.โ Families can explore the wonder of Santa in the digital age. A custom photo opportunity with Santa.
Santa HQ at Freehold Raceway Mall
Where: Freehold Raceway Mall โ 11/08/2019 - 11/29/2019: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Details: Santa HQ at Freehold Raceway Mall! Visitors can use the workshopโs Magic Mirror to transform into one of Santaโs elves. Explore Santaโs Workshop.
Project SEARCH at Jefferson Health Open Houses
Where: Jefferson Health – Management Services Center โ 11/14/2019 - 12/06/2019: 6:30 pm
Details: Y.A.L.E. School welcomes school districts, parents and students to attend a free Open House. Learn about Project SEARCH at Jefferson Health in Cherry Hill.
Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show & Village
Where: Skylands Stadium โ 11/15/2019 - 12/30/2019: 5:00 pm
Details: Skylands Stadium's spectacular Christmas Light Show & Village is back! With more than two million dazzling lights on a mile-long drive-through course.
The Polar Express
Where: Whippany Railway Museum โ 11/16/2019 - 12/30/2019: 11:35 am
Details: The Polar Express at Whippany Railway Museum. Relive the magic of the classic story as you are whisked away for a magical one-hour trip to the North Pole.
Christmas Fantasy with Lights at Storybook Land
Where: Storybook Land โ 11/16/2019 - 12/23/2019: 4:30 pm
Details: Join in the Christmas Fantasy with Lights at Storybook Land. Santa appears at the chimney, waves his wand and magically lighting up the park.
Christmas in the Ballantine House
Where: Newark Museum โ 11/20/2019 - 01/05/2020: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: The 1885 Ballantine House Christmas depicts Christmas in late Victorian Newark. In these times, the English, German and Dutch holiday traditions merged.
Crafternoon
Where: Boonton Holmes Public Library โ 11/20/2019: 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: CrafternoonJoin with other crafters to complete a fun craft! This program is geared towards older crafters who have more scissor/glue experience as the crafts willโฆ
Tropicana Tree Lighting Ceremony & Holiday Musical Light Show
Where: Tropicana Atlantic City โ 11/20/2019: 5:00 pm
Details: Official Tree Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Musical Light Show at Tropicana Atlantic City. A 35-foot tree with festive lights synchronized to music.
Lego Master Builders
Where: Gloucester County Library โ 11/21/2019: 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Creative challenges and free-build time with the library's unique LEGOs. Build a spectacular creation or the stage of your own stop-motion video! Ages 6-17 accompaniedโฆ
PROJECT RAINBOW for LGBTQ Teens
Where: Katz JCC of Cherry Hill NJ โ 11/21/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for high school students (grades 9 - 12) who identify as LGBTQ and their allies. A collaboration ofโฆ
Trouble Will Find Me
Where: Bickford Theatre of the Morris Museum โ 11/21/2019 - 11/23/2019: 9:00 pm
Details: Trouble Will Find Me: Remixed โ 10 Hairy Legs and Doug Elkins. New Jerseyโs own dance heroes, 10 Hairy Legs, celebrate the artistry of theโฆ
An Old Fashioned Christmas Exhibit
Where: Emlen Physick Estate โ 11/22/2019 - 01/01/2020: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Details: An Old-Fashioned Christmas Exhibit at the Physick Estate Carriage House. Including a giant Christmas tree, a Dickens Village, model trains, and more.
Performing Arts Events in New Jersey
Lily
Where: New Jersey Repertory Company โ 10/24/2019 - 11/24/2019: 8:00 pm
Details: Aging country superstar Toby Crenshaw is ready for his usual post-performance "meet and greet" with a line of eager, young groupies. But when Lily, theโฆ
Tina Turner Broadway trip
Where: Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center โ 11/20/2019: 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Oakeside offers a bus trip to New York City to see TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
Cinderella - The Musical
Where: Papermill Playhouse โ 11/20/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Cinderella - The Musical
Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling Live
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center โ 11/20/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling Live
Lore Podcast Live
Where: Scottish Rite Auditorium โ 11/21/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Lore Podcast Live
A Midsummer Night's Dream - National Theatre Broadcast
Where: Pollak Theatre โ 11/21/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: A Midsummer Night's Dream - National Theatre Broadcast
A MIDSUMMER NIGHTโS DREAM
Where: Monmouth University โ 11/21/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: A feuding fairy King and Queen of the forest cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe of actors trying to rehearse a play.โฆ
Dale K: Hypnotist
Where: Avenel Performing Arts Center โ 11/21/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Hollywoodโs fabricated theory of Hypnosis usually involves Lightning Bolts, Zombie like Trances and Humans Clucking like Chickens. During his performances, Dale challenges these theories provingโฆ
Trouble Will Find Me
Where: Bickford Theatre of the Morris Museum โ 11/21/2019 - 11/23/2019: 9:00 pm
Details: Trouble Will Find Me: Remixed โ 10 Hairy Legs and Doug Elkins. New Jerseyโs own dance heroes, 10 Hairy Legs, celebrate the artistry of theโฆ
42nd Street - National Theatre Broadcast
Where: Pollak Theatre โ 11/22/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: 42nd Street - National Theatre Broadcast
Don McLean: Live In Concert
Where: Newton Theatre โ 11/22/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Don McLean is one of the greatest singer-songwriters with such songs as โAmerican Pieโ, โVincent (Starry Starry Night)โ, โCastles in the Airโ, โAnd I Loveโฆ
Kreeps With Kids: Robert Kelly, Ron Bennington, Rich Vos & Jim Florentine
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center โ 11/22/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Kreeps With Kids: Robert Kelly, Ron Bennington, Rich Vos & Jim Florentine
The Moth Mainstage
Where: Matthews Theatre, McCarter Theatre Center โ 11/22/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Moth Mainstage
Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling Live
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa โ 11/22/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling Live
SopranosCon - 2 Day Pass
Where: Meadowlands Expo Center โ 11/23/2019: All Day
Details: SopranosCon - 2 Day Pass
Salzburg Marionette Theatre
Where: McCarter Theatre Center โ 11/23/2019: 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
Details: Salzburg Marionette Theatre
Salzburg Marionette Theatre: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Where: Matthews Theatre, McCarter Theatre Center โ 11/23/2019: 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
Details: One of the worldโs great family entertainments, they have cast their spell on audiences since 1913 with their sumptuous productions of classic fairytales.
SopranosCon - Saturday
Where: Meadowlands Expo Center โ 11/23/2019: 12:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: SopranosCon - Saturday
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center โ 11/23/2019: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: A Magical Cirque Christmas
Salzburg Marionette Theatre
Where: McCarter Theatre Center โ 11/23/2019: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Salzburg Marionette Theatre
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