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Cape May City Dance Nights
2026-07-01 18:00 - 2026-08-26 20:00 UTC | Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Avenue, Cape May, PA, 08204, United States
COUNTRY LINE DANCING:
July 1 & August 9
KID’S DANCE PARTY:
July 8 & August 26
LATIN NIGHT:
July 15 & August 12
POPULAR LINE DANCING:
July 22
BALLROOM DANCING:
August 5

Cape May City - Movies on the Beach 2026
2026-07-02 08:00 - 2026-08-27 20:00 UTC | NJ
JULY 2: INDEPENDENCE DAY
JULY 9: AN AMERICAN TAIL
JULY 16: MIRACLE
JULY 23: NATIONAL TREASURE
JULY 30: CAPTAIN AMERICA
AUGUST 6: FIELD OF DREAMS
AUGUST 13: JAWS
AUGUST 20: TOP GUN
AUGUST 27: WONDER WOMAN
MOVIES BEGIN AT DUSK ON THURSDAY. BRING YOUR BEACH CHAIR & BLANKET.
All Movies are Rated PG-13 and Shown next to Cape May Convention Hall
714 Beach Ave Cape May NJ 08204
Cancellations due to rain will be announced on Cape May City’s Facebook.

Downtown After Sundown
2026-07-04 18:30 - 2026-10-03 20:30, 2026-07-11 18:30 - 2026-10-10 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Spiotta Park, 20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange Village, New Jersey, 07079
Downtown After Sundown, South Orange’s popular summer live music series, returns to Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ 07079) with FREE live music every Saturday from June 6 through September 5, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
Bring a chair, grab takeout or treats from local businesses, and enjoy a relaxing summer evening filled with great music, warm weather, and summer vibes in the heart of downtown.
Kick off the season on June 6 with a Caribbean Heritage Month celebration featuring steel pan music, DJ Terry, food available for purchase from Y.U.P.P. and a special performance by Concepts Dance Academy.
This series is weather permitting. Please visit our Threads page for the latest weather updates and cancellation information: https://www.threads.com/@southorangedowntown
Thank you to our presenting sponsor, NJ American Water for supporting free live music in our downtown community all summer long. Please visit https://www.southorangedowntown.org/das-music-series to view the full lineup and details.

Magic Show
2026-07-07 08:00 - 2026-08-25 17:00 UTC | NJ
FREE KID’S MAGIC SHOW – EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT @ 7PM – DOORS OPEN @ 6:30PM

South Orange Farmers Market
2026-07-08 13:00 - 2026-12-02 17:00, 2026-07-15 13:00 - 2026-12-09 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Sloan Street Lot, Sloan Street, South Orange, New Jersey, 07079
The South Orange Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday from June 3 through October 28 from 1PM to 6PM at 12 Sloan Street in the Sloan Street Parking Lot, rain or shine. Shop fresh seasonal produce, baked goods, cold-pressed juices, locally made cheeses, fresh breads, house made pickles, and specialty food items from a mix of returning favorites and new vendors. The market also features grab and go lunch and dinner options, making it the perfect midweek stop for shopping, dining, and exploring downtown South Orange. For more information, please visit: https://www.southorangedowntown.org/farmers-market

Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
2026-07-11 19:30 - 2026-08-02 22:00 UTC | The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison, New Jersey, 07940
A laugh-out-loud mystery, Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery puts a theatrical twist on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic tale. Featuring a legendary curse, a suspicious cast of characters, and wildly inventive stagecraft, Ludwig’s clever adaptation delivers suspense, comedy, and Holmesian brilliance in equal measures. A small ensemble takes on dozens of roles, creating a tour-de-force of quick changes and comic ingenuity designed to keep audiences guessing and delighted.
Only Complete Works Subscriptions are available at this time!
Single tickets will be released at a later date.
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A Day in the South Ward Trail
2026-07-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-18 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local eateries and community gardens, this trail is your window into one of Newark’s most authentic neighborhoods.
Stop 1: Weequahic Park
Stop 2: Kings Family Restaurant & Catering
Stop 3: Giving One Tenth Community Garden
Stop 4: Nigerian Suya And Tinz
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey
2026-07-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, NJ, 08540, United States
The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey displays over 100 extraordinary historic objects, including items not usually on public display and original works by Charles Willson Peale, John Trumbull, Joseph Dunkerley, Hiram Powers, and many other renowned Revolutionary-era artists.
The home of Richard Stockton, Morven itself is a National Historic Landmark and was briefly occupied by the British during the war, when Stockton became the only signer of the Declaration of Independence captured and held as a POW.
Photo © Sebastian Bach

Cup and Canvas: Mindful Art Hour
2026-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Rising Heart Studio, 323 Main St, Metuchen, NJ, 08840, United States
End your week with a simple, mindful art project paired with a cup of tea. 🌿🎨☕.
Cup & Canvas weekly sessions are designed for anyone who needs an emotional and energetic tune-up.
Unwind, sip tea, and explore your creativity to gather calm & new energy to decompress at the end of your week.
New beginner-friendly activity every week with instruction (e.g. simple watercolor, collage, clay handbuilding). No art experience needed. All materials are provided. Bring your lunch and a friend!
Benefits for YOU:
– Replenish Your Energy: Step away from daily demands with mindful art that soothes the mind.
– Reconnect with Yourself: Enjoy time just for you—no expectations, no pressure.
– Build Connection: Share space with others who value creativity and self-care.
– Flexible & Welcoming: Bring your lunch, sip tea, and create at your own pace.

Art, Beauty and Culture Trail
2026-07-17 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-18 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
From world-class glass art to cutting-edge maker spaces, boutique beauty studios, and cozy cafés — Newark’s creative spirit is on full display on this trail. Explore the artists, makers, and tastemakers shaping the culture of our city.
Stop 1: Fern and Fossil Cafe
Stop 2: Undra Celeste
Stop 3: Nyah Beauty
Stop 4: Glass Roots
Stop 5: Tea RX
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

Art and Shopping Tour
2026-07-17 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-18 12:00 - 20:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
Newark’s creative energy is visible on every block — and this tour puts it front and center. From the iconic Harriet Tubman Monument and vibrant Treat Place murals to Afrocentric boutiques and a neighborhood café, the Art and Shopping Tour is your guide to the culture, community, and style that define Downtown Newark.
Stop 1: Treat Place Mural Walk
Stop 2: Ancient Africa Formula
Stop 3: Qaalii’s Cafe
Stop 4: Harriet Tubman Monument
Stop 5: The Pillars
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

Ironbound Riverfront Walk Trail
2026-07-17 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-18 12:00 - 20:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
The Ironbound is Newark’s most internationally celebrated neighborhood and there’s no better place to feel the global energy. Stroll along the Passaic River, explore vibrant street murals, and feast on some of the best Portuguese and Latin cuisine in the region.
Stop 1: Riverfront Park
Stop 2: Sabor Unido
Stop 3: Ironbound District Mural & Cultural Walk
Stop 4: Pao Com Manteiga
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

Black Owned Business Crawl
2026-07-17 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-18 12:00 - 20:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
Newark’s Black-owned businesses are the heartbeat of this city — and this crawl puts them front and center. From a beloved independent bookstore and Caribbean cuisine to handcrafted goods, a boutique wellness brand, and a standout oyster bar, this trail is your guide to shopping, eating, and celebrating the entrepreneurs building Newark’s future.
Stop 1: Source Of Knowledge
Stop 2: Taste Of Caribbean
Stop 3: Tonnies Minis
Stop 4: The Pillars – Tansy & Pooka
Stop 5: Black Oyster Bar
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

Family Day Out
2026-07-17 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-18 12:00 - 20:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
Newark has something for every member of the family. Start with world-class art at the Newark Museum, treat the kids to something sweet, sit down for a Latin meal, and finish with a slice of Newark’s most legendary pie. Family Day Out is your ready-made itinerary for a full, fun day in the city.
Stop 1: The Newark Museum Of Art
Stop 2: Sweet Jeans
Stop 3: Tainos Kitchen
Stop 4: Mr. Tod’s Pies
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

International Eats Trail
2026-07-17 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-18 12:00 - 20:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
From West African and Latin kitchens to Korean barbecue and global tea, the International Eats Trail celebrates the diverse culinary traditions that make this city one of the most flavorful destinations in the region.
Stop 1: Bamako Maliba Adams Kitchen
Stop 2: La Cocina
Stop 3: Bulgogi Zip
Stop 4: YAYA Tea
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

Historic Newark Trail
2026-07-17 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-18 12:00 - 20:00 UTC | Various Locations Newark NJ
Newark has been making history for over 350 years — and this trail puts you right in the middle of it. From the soaring architecture of the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart to the cherry blossoms of Branch Brook Park, a legendary Italian bakery, and one of Newark’s most beloved landmark homes, the Historic Newark Trail is a walk through the stories that built this city.
Stop 1: Cathedral Basilica Of The Sacred Heart
Stop 2: Branch Brook Park
Stop 3: Calandra’s Bakery
Stop 4: JJ’s Hotdogs
Stop 5: Sydenham House
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Newark is game-ready. Kick It in Newark is your official guide to experiencing every moment of the historic soccer matches right here in the city. This curated digital pass connects fans to the best watch parties, local restaurants, bars, cultural events, attractions, and exclusive promotions happening throughout Newark during the world’s biggest sporting event.
Whether you’re chasing the perfect match-day atmosphere, exploring Newark’s vibrant food scene between games, or discovering neighborhood experiences you never knew existed — the Kick It in Newark  pass makes it easy to plan, explore, and celebrate all tournament long.
Learn more: https://www.newarkhappening.com/fifa2026/

Princess Party on the Pier
2026-07-17 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | NJ
Step into a real-life fairy tale at the Princess Party on the Pier at Casino Pier! 👑✨
Bring your little princes and princesses for an unforgettable royal celebration featuring FOUR special princesses (Ice Sisters, Enchanted Rose Princess & Glass Slipper Princess) ready to sing, dance, and sparkle the day away. Families can enjoy magical sing-a-longs filled with favorite songs, interactive moments, and plenty of storybook charm right on the pier.
The enchantment continues with a royal meet & greet and photo opportunities, plus FREE hair braiding and glitter makeup & Face Painting to complete every princess look. From shimmering styles to pixie-dusted sparkle, it’s the ultimate glam experience fit for royalty.
Crowns are welcome, smiles are guaranteed, and magical memories await at this one-of-a-kind Princess Party on the Pier! 🎶💖📸
Princess Party will be on the Pier Stage near the Ferris Wheel
The Party will start with a Sing-a-Long, followed by Photos and another Sing-a-Long before the party ends.
FREE Hair Braiding & Glitter Makeup + Face Painting will be located next to the stage and is limited to kids and the lines will end at 3:30pm

The Agatha Christie Dinner Theatre Presents “Hercule Poirot & the Woman in Black”
2026-07-17 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean Street, Cape May, NJ, 08204, United States
HERCULE POIROT & THE WOMAN IN BLACK
After a glorious summer’s afternoon in Cape May, come join us at the Inn of Cape May right along the beach for some fine dining, good drink, wonderful song and an elegant Whodunnit from the pen of Agatha Christie herself.
There is murder afoot, a Spanish Galleon, some frightening ghouls, and a pirate or two to mar the investigation led by the Master Sleuth himself: Hercule Poirot.
But he can’t solve the mystery alone. He’s going to need your help.
Your ticket price includes dinner and the show. Gratuity is not included.
Alcoholic beverages available.
This show is for all ages.

IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
2026-07-18 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Museum of Jersey City History, located at the historic Apple Tree House, 298 Academy Street, Jersey City, NJ, 07306, United States
Step into history with, IN HER FOOTSTEPS, a fun, family-friendly, immersive theatrical experience that brings great women from the past to life through dynamic performances, multimedia displays, and hands-on activities.
IN HER FOOTSTEPS will be on Saturdays and Sundays in March 2025 at 1 PM and 4 PM at the Museum of Jersey City History, located at the historic Apple Tree House, 298 Academy Street, Jersey City, NJ. For more information, www.speranzatheatre.org.
