Things to Do in NJ This Weekend
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in New Jersey? New Jersey Monthly has you covered! Below we highlight recommendations for events across the state, from festivals to concerts to family-friendly events and more.
Now that it’s almost officially spring, check out our list of fun things to do outside. We’ve also got a guide to the best outdoor activities in the Garden State—from scenic biking trails to unique hiking spots to luxurious glamping sites.
And don’t forget to check out our list of the 52 things you must do in New Jersey all year, no matter the season!
Our picks for March 20-23:
#imomsohard: Flashback
ℹ️: #imomsohard creators Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley hit the stage for what’s sure to be a really fun night out (and away from the kids).
📅: Thursday, March 20 (8 pm)
📍: Bergen Performing Arts Center, Englewood
💸: $39+
📅: Friday, March 21 (8 pm)
📍: State Theatre New Jersey, New Brunswick
💸: $49.75+
Ginuwine
📅: Friday, March 21 (9 pm)
📍: Ovation Hall, Atlantic City
ℹ️: The “Pony” singer performs with fellow ’90s fave Montell Jordan.
💸: $29+
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello
📅: Saturday, March 22 (2 & 6 pm)
📍: Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown
ℹ️: Elmo, Cookie Monster and the crew lead this family-friendly stage show.
💸: $27+
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NBPAC presents 70s vs. 80s: A Musical Battle
When: Saturday, March 22, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenIt’s the musical battle of the decades, and the audience chooses the winner.
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OHO Productions presents Rahul Dua Live
When: Sunday, March 23, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenOne of the finest comedians on the block, he boasts of executing one of the biggest stand-up tours in the country, selling over 40,000 tickets and compassing over 25 cities.
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Voices of Courage & Change
When: Tuesday, March 25, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenEvent proceeds will support free and confidential services for survivors of domestic violence and their children in Middlesex County.
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Women’s History Month – Voices of Courage & Change
When: Tuesday, March 25, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenIn celebrating International Women’s History Month, Women Aware is hosting a fundraiser for free and confidential services for victim-survivors of domestic violence in Middlesex County, NJ.
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NBPAC Lecture Series: Culinary Conversations with Chef Scott Conant
When: Thursday, April 17, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenJoin us for an inspiring evening with two-time James Beard Award-winning chef Scott Conant.
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Rutgers Mingus Ensemble “Black Saint and the Sinner Lady”
When: Wednesday, April 23, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenThe Rutgers Mingus Ensemble will perform Charles Mingus’ widely acclaimed “The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady.”
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Rutgers Jazz Ensemble “When Jazz Fuses”
When: Friday, April 25, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenRutgers University Jazz Ensemble presents “When Jazz Fuses: The Blending of Jazz with Other Musical Influences,” featuring alto saxophonist and Grammy Award winning musician, Steve Wilson.
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Beatles vs Stones – A Musical Showdown
When: Saturday, April 26, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenThe Fab Four, represented by tribute band Abbey Road, will engage in a barrage of hits against premier Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction.
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George Street Playhouse presents The Shark Is Broken
When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - Sunday, May 18, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenWith a broken shark and tempers running high, this laugh-out-loud comedy dives into the hilarious behind-the-scenes drama of a movie shoot that goes anything but smoothly.
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The Jazz Remix at NBPAC presents Kim and Kayla Waters
When: Saturday, May 03, 2025Venue - City: New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - AberdeenThe Jazz Remix at NBPAC, presented by Hub City Jazz, is a must-see event for jazz lovers.
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