originally published: 03/12/2022
(NEW YORK CITY, NY) -- This year, New York’s beloved annual April Fools’ Day Parade, which pokes fun at outrageous displays of dishonesty, greed, hypocrisy, deceit, and bigotry, is going global. For the past 36 years, the public has been invited to create outrageous floats and dress up as look-alikes in colorful costumes to reflect the folly of duplicitous politicians, crooked corporate leaders, superficial celebrities, and whoever else has proven to be a total fool in the past year. The parade, which has always been a protest against war, corruption, propaganda and deceit, has marched down 5th Avenue from 57th Street to Washington Square Park for the crowning of the King of Fools.
This past year has provided no shortage of fools to choose from, but nothing can top the most egregious, corrupt, exploitive, vile and horrific actions of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The theme of the 2022 parade is “MASK UP. HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF PUTIN!” and we’re not waiting for Friday, April 1st, to start the parade. People everywhere are encouraged to activate IMMEDIATELY.
"We stand with the people of Ukraine and with Russians who opposes Putin’s despotic aggression. To help make their voices heard, we’re offering these Putin masks to download, share, print, wear, and put in public places everywhere."
Individual masks and instructions for use are here. Says Parade organizer Joey Skaggs, “Use your freedom to express yourself. Silence is consent.”
EVENT PREVIEWS
Monmouth County Park System to Host 2026 Spring Craft Show
(TINTON FALLS, NJ) -- On Saturday, March 28, 2026, the Monmouth County Park System will host its Spring Craft Show at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center (2566 Guam Lane) in Tinton Falls. This seasonal craft show features local artists and crafters and is the perfect place to find Mother's Day gifts, spring decorations, and more. The event runs from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
The Peking Acrobats to Perform at NJPAC on March 28th
(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes back the renowned Peking Acrobats for two breathtaking performances on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Audiences of all ages are invited to witness this world-class troupe at 2:00pm & 7:30pm for an unforgettable display of skill, artistry, and tradition.
Drag Queen Bingo comes to Temple Emeth on March 28th
(TEANECK, NJ) -- Harmonica Sunbeam, who has been delighting audiences at nightclubs, cabarets, and fundraising events for nearly 30 years, will perform as part of Drag Queen Bingo at Temple Emeth (1666 Windsor Road) in Teaneck on Saturday night, March 28, 2026 at 8:00pm.
Step Inside the Age of Dinosaurs at McCarter Theatre on March 29th
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre invites audiences to journey 170 million years into the past with The Making of Life on Our Planet: Dinosaurs, on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 3:00pm. This is a live talk and Q&A from the Emmy Award–winning team behind Netflix's Life on Our Planet. This immersive event brings the age of dinosaurs to life on the big screen, combining cutting-edge science, cinematic spectacle, and behind-the-scenes insight from the filmmakers themselves.
New York City's 41st Annual April Fools' Day Parade looks at "What's Real and What's Not"
(NEW YORK, NY) -- New York City's 41st Annual April Fools' Day Parade returns on April 1, 2026. In an era when truth is optional, elections are negotiable, civil rights are conditional, and reality itself has been rebranded as "fake," the parade once again pokes fun at the past year's displays of hype, hypocrisy, deceit, bigotry, and downright stupidity because the alternative is despair.
Holocaust Survivor Maud Dahme to Share 'A Survivor's Journey' at Ocean County College
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Holocaust survivor, educator, and New Jersey resident Maud Dahme returns to the Ocean County College campus on Thursday, April 9, 2026 to share her story of being hidden by Christian families as a child in The Netherlands during World War II. This event is open to the public and admission is free.
MPAC presents An Evening of Alton Brown
Tickets range from $57-$230 (All fees included) and are available for purchase online. Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is located at 100 South Street in Morristown, New Jersey.
Stockton Arts and Culture Summit Expanding to Two Days and Two Locations
(ATLANTIC CITY, NJ) -- Stockton University's annual Arts and Culture Summit will expand to two days this year and will host events on the school's Galloway and Atlantic City locations.
MPAC's annual Sustainability Series returns for 2026 with Free Presentation of National Geographic Live! - Rise of T.rex
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)'s annual Sustainability Series returns for 2026 with a free presentation of National Geographic Live! - The Rise of T.rex on Wednesday, April 15 at 7:30pm. Tyrannosaurus Rex is the most famous dinosaur out there, but few people know the true story of this species. This event is made possible through the generous sponsorship of BASF.
Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival to Take Place April 19th
(MANAYUNK, PA) -- The largest food event in Philadelphia - and one of the largest food truck festivals in America - is back and bigger than ever! StrEAT Food Festival returns to Manayunk on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Over 85+ of the region's top food trucks and food vendors will line historic Main Street for the day, serving up menus that range from savory BBQ and global street food to decadent desserts and sweet treats.
