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Shorts Program #2 is screening online at Fall 2026 New Jersey Film Festival TODAY!
by Al Nigrin - published 2026-09-18
Shorts Program #2 is screening online at Fall 2026 New Jersey Film Festival TODAY!
Mountain Creek Resort hosts 42nd Annual Oktoberfest this weekend
(VERNON, NJ) -- Mountain Creek Resort, the New York Metro Area's premier destination for four-season mountain adventure, is welcoming the arrival of fall with a lineup of signature celebrations that bring together live entertainment, seasonal flavors and activities for the whole family. The festivities begin September 19-20, 2026 with the resort's 42nd Annual Oktoberfest, a long-standing tradition featuring an expanded selection of German beers, authentic cuisine and live entertainment at the base of the mountain.
Carteret PAC presents a solo performance by Laurie Berkner on Sunday
(CARTERET, NJ) -- Legendary children's musician Laurie Berkner will return to Central New Jersey with a "Greatest Hits" solo show on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at the Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center. Showtime is 3:00pm.
Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie presents Joe Zook and Blues Deluxe on October 2nd
(TRENTON, NJ) -- Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie invites area music lovers to rock out to the sounds of Joe Zook and Blues Deluxe when the popular band takes the stage Saturday, October 2, 2026. Doors will open at 6:00pm for the 6:30pm to 9:00pm show. Transformed into a blues club with cafe seating, Trenton City Museum will set the stage for not only great music, but great food and beverages, too, which are included with reservations.
Brick Library to present "Garden State Homegrown: A Tribute to New Jersey Musicians" on October 3rd
(BRICK, NJ) -- New Jersey has been the home to many musicians who made it big. Join Gerard and Diane Barros for "Garden State Homegrown: A Tribute to New Jersey Musicians" on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at the Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library. The event begins at 2:00pm.
Teaneck International Film Festival names first recipient of Sandi Klein Creative Woman in Film Award
(TEANECK, NJ) -- The Teaneck International Film Festival (TIFF) has named filmmaker Luchina Fisher the first recipient of the Sandi Klein Creative Woman in Film Award, a new annual honor celebrating an exceptional woman whose work reflects the creativity, curiosity, integrity and commitment to social impact that defined Klein's life and her nearly two decades with the festival. The award includes a $1,000 grant. Fisher will receive the inaugural award at the TIFF screening of her film, The Dads, on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 2:30 pm at Teaneck Cinemas (503 Cedar Lane).
Kean Stage presents an Evening of Music and Conversation with Legendary Grammy Winner Paquito D'Rivera
(HILLSIDE, NJ) -- Kean Stage invites audiences to experience an extraordinary evening with internationally renowned saxophonist, clarinetist, composer, and multiple Grammy Award winner Paquito D'Rivera on Friday, September 18, 2026 at Enlow Recital Hall (215 North Avenue) in Hillside. Showtime is 7:30pm.
The Newton Theatre presents Clay Aiken on February 28th
(NEWTON, NJ) -- Clay Aiken will perform at The Newton Theatre on Sunday, February 28, 2027 at 7:00pm. America first fell in love with Clay's extraordinary voice and undeniable charisma on the second season of American Idol. His journey on the show became a cultural phenomenon, drawing nearly 40 million viewers to the finale—one of the highest-rated live television broadcasts of the 21st century—and launching one of the most successful recording careers to emerge from the series.
American Theater Group to present "Destroying David" talkback with Newark Museum of Art on October 16th
(UNION, NJ) -- American Theater Group (ATG) will present a talkback session in partnership with The Newark Museum of Art following the Friday, October 16, 2026 at 7:00pm performance of Destroying David at the DMK Theater at the Union Arts Center. The event will be moderated by ATG Producing Artistic Director Charlotte Cohn who will be joined by Museum employees and playwright Jason Odell Williams who is also starring in the production. All are welcome to attend and reservations are not necessary.
MPAC presents Ailey II on September 25th
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Ailey II, the dynamic second company to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, are on a 27-city tour across the country that comes to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Friday, September 25, 2026. The next generation of dance will present a riveting repertory featuring a world premiere by Ailey II's very own Artistic Director Francesca Harper in collaboration with Jermaine Spivey, mesmerizing new productions by Alvin Ailey and Ronald K. Brown, and cherished classics that showcase the company’s virtuosity. Showtime is 8:00pm.
FEATURED EVENTS
Trace Adkins
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center Carteret, NJ
Moana Sing-Along Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) Rahway, NJ
Gary Gulman: Grandiloquent
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Berlind Theatre) Princeton, NJ
Ching-Yi Lin, piano
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Grunin Center - Bösendorfer Recital Room Toms River, NJ
Shoshana Bean
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage Rahway, NJ
Flawless
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Premiere Stages - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center Union, NJ
Jessica Vosk: Opening Night Celebration
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) Morristown, NJ
Alexis P Suter
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Music Room Tuckerton, NJ
Shorts Program #2 – Online for 24 Hours and In-Person at 7PM!
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 7:00pm
NJ Film Festival New Brunswick, NJ
Music and Conversation with Paquito D'Rivera
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 7:30pm
Kean Stage - Enlow Recital Hall Hillside, NJ
