Events in Somerset County, NJ

Marking five years of Gay Social Halloween gatherings, this festive night takes over Project PUB in Somerville with a celebration built around costumes and community. Bring an over the top look, something clever, or even a simple last minute getup... every style is welcome, and a costume contest with prizes raises the stakes. Community Manager Alberto Zamora will be there to welcome newcomers, make introductions, and help guests connect. Admission is free and no RSVP is required, and food and drinks are available for purchase.

Support a great cause with a night of trivia. Donations are welcome. Prime rib is featured, and wine is half off.

The Ninety-Nine Cent Players bring Little Women to the People Care Center, sharing a coming-of-age story inspired by Louisa May Alcott’s own experiences. The tale follows sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy March as they face family challenges, personal dreams, and the realities of life during the Civil War. Aspiring writer Jo struggles to get her work published until Professor Bhaer encourages her to write with greater honesty. Embracing that advice, she turns to the lives of her sisters and herself to shape the story at the heart of the production. This presentation is offered through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, with authorized materials provided by MTI. Tickets are managed by a third-party vendor, and attendees are encouraged to review that vendor’s privacy policy and disclaimers. The producing organization is not responsible for the actions of third-party vendors, including Zeffy.

Learn about proton therapy and how it is used in radiation treatment during a free Welcome Wednesday information session from ProCure Proton Therapy Center. The session is led by ProCure's Manager of Clinical Partnerships and Education and helps attendees explore whether proton therapy may be an option for them or someone they care about.

A two day buy, sell and trade expo for sports cards and memorabilia, Pokémon and TCG comes to Iron Peak Sports & Events Center in Hillsborough, New Jersey. The event spans two connected full size basketball courts and features on site amenities that include a sports bar, a golf simulator, amusements and food concessions. Free parking is available. Tickets are sold at the door, with early bird admission during the first hour each day for $10, general admission for $5, and free entry for children 6 and under. Vendor tables are available. For additional information, vendor tables or sponsorship inquiries, email MVCARDEXPO@GMAIL.COM.

Keep Music Alive hosts a free, interactive Musical Instrument Petting Zoo at Clarence Dillon Public Library. Children of all ages can explore and try more than 50 instruments, including acoustic and electric guitars, ukuleles, keyboards, and a wide range of percussion. This hands-on experience encourages curiosity and discovery through music.

Amy Colombo, a registered nurse and Emotional Mastery Coach, leads a 60-minute guided EFT Tapping meditation to help you recenter. If your thoughts feel hurried, your body tense, or emotions are building, this session offers space to slow down and return to calm. EFT Tapping is a gentle, body-based practice that supports releasing stress, stuck feelings, and overwhelm, with clear step-by-step guidance so no prior experience is needed. The session aims to help you leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more grounded. Offered monthly at Quantum Wellness Spa, it provides a safe and supportive setting to reconnect with yourself. Wear comfortable clothing, and consider bringing water along with a journal and pen.

Celebrate a full day of food, music, and community in support of Relief Hose Company #2 at this food truck and music festival held at Washington School Park. Taste your way through 15 gourmet trucks, including Cold Stone Creamery, Cubita Truck, Donut NV, Jersey Juice Company, Kielbasa N More, King of Wings, Kitchen 787, Kona Ice, La Brasa de Alba, Shore Fresh Raw Bar, Señor Tacos, Station One Seafood, Sweetpepper, Tusok Truck, and Uncle Sal’s Egg Rolls. Live performances keep the energy high with sets from Country Comfort and The Full 9. Adults can relax in the beer and sangria garden featuring Lone Eagle Brewing selections such as Flemington Fog, Station Haus Lager, Sunshine Honey Blonde, and Plucky Sour, along with Señor Sangria in red and white, regular and strawberry margaritas and daiquiris, and strawberry vodka lemonade. Families will find plenty to enjoy with pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, sand art, inflatables, mini golf, knockerball, and a vendor village to explore. Admission is $5 at the gate and children under 5 are free. Attendees are invited to bring a non perishable canned or boxed item to help stock the local food pantry.

Making its debut at Brook Arts Center in Bound Brook, NJ, this concert highlights Clapton's music with a setlist of hits alongside deep cuts. The performance features both electric and acoustic arrangements.

Craft a tiny clay village in a welcoming workshop that suits newcomers to pottery. You will roll out slabs, cut playful house shapes, and arrange them in a circle to build a tea light luminary that glows softly with a candle inside. Add character with windows, doors, rooftops, and other small details so each house feels unique. The finished piece is a cozy handmade accent for a mantel, tabletop, or windowsill, adding extra warmth during the holiday season. No prior experience is needed, and the pace is relaxed so you can enjoy creating something special.

The 2026 Tom O’Reilly Turkey Trot 5k features running, food, and fun. New this year is a 1 mile fun run, and children under 10 can participate in the fun run at no cost. Registration is available, and more details are provided on the event’s race website.

In celebration of Diwali, this musical tribute honors the late Pandit Jitendra Abhisheki, an influential composer, vocalist, and visionary whose work helped shape Hindustani classical music and Marathi musical theatre. Presented as a retrospective of his well loved repertoire, the program features vocalist Shounak Abhisheki, rising artist Abhed Abhisheki, and disciple Makarand Hingne. The performance includes devotional pieces, natya sangeet, and classical selections that showcase the depth and enduring influence of his artistry. The concert runs approximately 160 minutes and includes an intermission.

Gene Di Napoli presents a live tribute to The Beatles at Brook Arts Center, tracing the band’s most influential years in a full stage production. As the performance unfolds, the performers’ look, sound, and style shift to match each era of the group’s career, highlighting the energy, excitement, and timeless songs that made history. Now in its twelfth year, the show has drawn sellout crowds across the tri state region and beyond, with appearances in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, and Boston. Whether you have followed the band for years or are hearing the music anew, this event offers a devoted celebration of an enduring legacy.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a generous buffet at The Olde Mill Inn & Grain House. Families and friends can enjoy a festive spread of classics and seasonal specialties, including prime rib, roasted turkey with traditional sides, fresh salads, shrimp cocktail, and indulgent desserts, with more dishes to explore. This annual tradition is all about savoring time together while the culinary team takes care of the cooking. Reservations are required, and holiday seatings tend to book quickly.

KBB performs at Extra Pint Bar and Grill for a Saturday night show in Manville, NJ. The band takes the stage at the Pint for an evening of live music.

Stereo Circus returns to Riverside Inn in Neshanic Station for another night of hard rock. Enjoy the show with no cover charge.

Presented by Gene DiNapoli, this holiday concert spotlights PBS-TV performer Chris Ruggiero in his 2026 production, Chris Ruggiero Sings Christmas. Expect favorites from his Christmas album like "Sleigh Ride," "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)," and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," plus selections from his four earlier albums, all delivered in his classic style with the Winter Wonderland Orchestra. Ruggiero has toured to more than 100 towns and cities, bringing fresh energy to vintage rock and roll. He works with the arranger known for crafting hits for Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, and his interpretations have been featured on SiriusXM and local radio nationwide. Audiences may also recognize him from Good Morning America and coverage in Rolling Stone. The performance brings festive nostalgia and lively holiday rock and roll to Brook Arts Center in Bound Brook, a historic New Jersey theater.

Mid-Life Crisis returns to Extra Pint Bar and Grill for a performance featuring classic, alternative, and party rock. Front vocalists Steve, Dave, and Justin lead the band, with Steve on vocals, Dave on vocals and guitar, and Justin on vocals and keyboards. The lineup also features Chuck on bass and backing vocals and Scott on drums.

Jay Daniels leads a holiday music program that invites listeners to savor the season through song. Enjoy the sparkle of winter with favorites such as Winter Wonderland and Let It Snow. Honor time-honored traditions with classics like Adeste Fideles and The Dreidel Song. Share the spirit of togetherness with beloved selections including Count Your Blessings and White Christmas.

Experience holiday favorites by candlelight as the Highline String Quartet performs a tribute to Christmas Classics at United Reformed Church in Somerville. This intimate, multi-sensory concert unfolds in a glowing setting and features selections such as Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker, Greensleeves, Carol of the Bells, O Holy Night, O Christmas Tree, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!, Feliz Navidad, Jingle Bells, Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree, Love Is All Around, Let It Go from Frozen, Once Upon a December from Anastasia, Maestro from The Holiday, It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas, Last Christmas, and All I Want for Christmas Is You. The program runs approximately 60 minutes, with doors opening one hour before the music begins and no late entry once the performance starts. Seating is assigned within each zone on a first come, first served basis. Guests ages 8 and up are welcome, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The venue is ADA compliant. This is a tribute concert experience and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the original artists, their estates, or official representatives.