Live music in Irvington, NJ

Enjoy a relaxed brunch at La Taverna inside Calandra’s Italian Village, set to the sound of live jazz. Sip mimosas, bellinis, and screwdrivers at half price while you explore the brunch menu. Please note that brunch service is not available on Sunday holidays.

Live music fills the Millburn Courtyard during golden hour as teen and adult students, bands, and the teachers and staff share the stage in a picturesque setting. Performers of various ages and roles come together for a shared showcase.

Summer Sounds brings live performances by local bands to Eastman Plaza in Downtown Cranford. This installment features the Richard Baratta Trio. Support for the event is provided by Garlic Rose Bistro, HomeGotOwned, Sheet Metal Workers Local 22, Martin Jewelers, NJPAC, and Neim Dani from State Farm. For weather-related updates, please check Downtown Cranford social media.

The bar at UNO Clifton hosts karaoke, where attendees can order a drink for a bit of courage and take the mic to perform favorite songs.

Sweet Sounds Downtown fills the heart of the city with live music, dancing, and a lively atmosphere throughout the season. Enjoy performances while dining outdoors, browsing shops, or taking a leisurely stroll, with tunes popping up across the district. Quimby Street serves as a lively hub for dancing and community fun, and Foundation Park also hosts concerts on select evenings. Performances take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If rain affects a Tuesday, it moves to Wednesday, while Thursday shows are canceled if it rains.

Summer Sounds showcases live performances by local bands at Eastman Plaza. This edition features MPack. The series is supported by Garlic Rose Bistro, HomeGotOwned, Sheet Metal Workers Local 22, Martin Jewelers, NJPAC, and Neim Dani from State Farm. Weather-related updates are shared on Downtown Cranford social media.

Energetic country artist Niko Moon takes the stage outdoors as part of the Mayor’s Summer Concert Series, presented by Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council. This free concert unfolds outside the UCPAC Main Stage. Known for mixing Nashville country with Atlanta hip hop, Moon is a former member of Sir Rosevelt who has co-written hits for Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts, and Dierks Bentley. His debut solo single, Good Time, reached the top of the country charts and earned triple Platinum certification. Attendees can bring a chair and arrive early for a great view. A beer garden will be open in Rahway Arts Park, and the Café will offer water, soda, cocktails, and snacks for purchase. The UCPAC box office provides 20% off upcoming UCPAC shows during any Mayor’s Summer Concert Series event, available in person only. If weather becomes an issue, the performance will move inside the UCPAC Main Stage.

Emo Night Karaoke headlines White Eagle Hall with a live band format that puts attendees on lead vocals. The ENK collective includes musicians who have performed on Warped Tour and When We Were Young and toured internationally. For this show they are bringing more than ten band members for an extended set with no opening acts, promoted as their longest Jersey City performance yet. Doors open with signups available, and the setlist can be previewed on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple.

This event brings a mix of blues, funk, and country-flavored boogie to Rahway Arts Park.

Enjoy an unplugged performance featuring nineties rock along with other selections. Acoustic arrangements keep the songs front and center.

That's What She Sang takes the stage at Ringside Pub for the first time, offering a relaxed, summertime vibe. It is a casual night to kick back, enjoy a drink with friends, and take in the music.