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Friday, October 9 - The Strand Center for the Arts presents The Bob Band. (LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- The Bob Band comes to The Strand Center for the Arts on Friday, October 9, 2026. The band is a group of veteran musicians based in Washington, D.C. dedicated to capturing the vibe, spirit and arrangement of Bob Dylan's original recordings. Showtime is 8:00pm.
Saturday, October 10 - UCPAC presents Broadway's Rock of Ages Band in Concert. (RAHWAY, NJ) -- Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) presents Broadway's Rock of Ages Band in Concert on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 8:00pm. They will be supported by The 1970s Midnight Rock Show.
Saturday, October 10 - The Wag's Halloween Spectacular Returns!. If you're looking for something fun to do this Halloween season, The Wag has the show for you. Bring your family and friends to The Wag's Halloween Spectacular! They're bringing the show to Middletown, Lakewood, and Tuckerton in the next few weeks.
Sunday, October 11 - Outpost in the Burbs presents James Maddock on October 11th. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs presents James Maddock on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at the First Congregational Church in Montclair. Maddock's status as a fixture on the Folk and Americana scene is confirmed with every listen of any song in his prodigious catalog. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Broadway Theatre of Pitman has tributes to ABBA, Aerosmith, Springsteen, and Duprees this weekend. (PITMAN, NJ) -- Music takes over The Broadway Theatre of Pitman this weekend with tributes to ABBA on Thursday, Aerosmith on Friday, Bruce Springsteen on Saturday, and the Duprees on Sunday.
Friday, October 9 - SOPAC presents Willie Nile's Jukebox. (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents Willie Nile's Jukebox on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:30pm. For one night, Willie is throwing open the jukebox — pulling rarities, deep cuts, and the songs fans always ask for into a single, career-spanning set. ** Note: This show was rescheduled from September 26th due to the weather.
Friday, October 9 - The Levoy Theatre presents Classic Stones Live. (MILLVILLE, NJ) -- The Levoy Theatre presents Classic Stones Live on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $32-$40.
Saturday, October 10 - Adelphi Orchestra to Open 73rd Season with "American Voices at 250" in Fair Lawn. (FAIR LAWN, NJ) -- The Adelphi Orchestra, Northern New Jersey's longest continuously performing chamber orchestra, will open its landmark 73rd consecutive concert season with "American Voices at 250." Led by Principal Conductor Kyunghun Kim, the program commemorates America's Semiquincentennial alongside the 200th anniversary legacy of Ludwig van Beethoven.
Saturday, October 10 - The Newton Theatre presents SoulShine - An Allman Brothers Experience. (NEWTON, NJ) -- The Newton Theatre presents SoulShine - An Allman Brothers Experience on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 8:00pm. SoulShine is a group of seasoned New York musicians who, through their mutual love of the Allman Brothers Band, have united for the sole purpose of bringing you the ultimate Allman Brothers experience.
Sunday, October 11 - Albert Music Hall to Celebrate Fall with Annual Harvest Hootenanny. (WARETOWN, NJ) -- Albert Music Hall will celebrate the fall season with its annual Harvest Hootenanny on Sunday, October 11, 2026, bringing an afternoon of Country, Folk, Bluegrass and more to the Jersey Pines. Doors open at 1:00pm with music beginning at 2:00pm.
Sunday, October 11 - The Vogel presents Straight to Hell: The Clash Tribute. (RED BANK, NJ) -- Straight to Hell: The Clash Tribute will perform at The Vogel on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 7:00pm. Here's your chance to hear some of the best punk rock songs in history live on stage.
Sunday, October 11 - William Paterson University's Jazz Room Series presents Bill Charlap, Christian McBride, Kenny Washington Supertrio. (WAYNE, NJ) -- William Paterson University's Jazz Room Series presents Bill Charlap, Christian McBride, Kenny Washington Supertrio on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at the Shea Center for Performing Arts. Showtime is 3:00pm.
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Friday, October 9 @ 7:30pm - Street Survivors - Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton. Nationally touring act, Street Survivors, a Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience pays homage to the legendary southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Recreating the look and sound of the band and playing classic hits such as "What's Your Name", "Gimme Three Steps", "Sweet Home Alabama" and the rock classic anthem "Freebird", Street Survivors is an audience favorite. Come join us as we go back in time to the early seventies and listen to the foot stompin music that brought Lynyrd Skynyrd to fame.
Friday, October 9 @ 8:00pm - The Bob Band - A Bob Dylan Tribute at The Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood
Saturday, October 10 @ 7:00pm - The Wag's Halloween Spectacular at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Saturday, October 10 @ 8:00pm - Broadway’s Rock of Ages Band® at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway
Saturday, October 10 @ 8:00pm - Dueling Pianos at Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret. Two master pianists. One stage. Unlimited requests. From classic rock and pop anthems to throwbacks, singalongs, and surprise mashups—this is an interactive, high-energy showdown where you control the playlist. Expect big laughs, epic harmonies, and a room full of voices belting out every word.
Sunday, October 11 @ 11:30am - Musicians on a Mission Song Circle & Food Drive at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown. It’s time for another Song Circle and Food Drive at the Middletown Arts Center. This will be a low-keyed gathering of old and new friends. They will be collecting monetary and food donations for Fulfill.
Sunday, October 11 @ 3:00pm - The Outcrops (Matinee Show) at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton. This matinee performance will mark the return of The Outcrops to the Lizzie Rose Music Room. Their debut at the Lizzie Rose last year showcased a band that had all the ingredients to be something special. Their return will prove that they have continued to elevate their game and will deliver a stellar evening of jams. The addition of a keyboard player fills up their arrangements and adds a whole new dimension to their sound. They deliver a perfect mix of songs from their new album and some very cool covers. To expound on that thought a bit, they usually drop the iconic jam "Sissy Strut" by proving they can get down with the funk.
Sunday, October 11 @ 7:30pm - James Maddock at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair
Lace and Lee Find Their Sound Through Friendship, Storytelling and a Little Bit of Magic Indie-folk duo Lace and Lee are in the middle of another run supporting Five For Fighting while preparing for the release of their debut EP, Mirror Mirror, due November 27, 2026.
Avenel PAC presents Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill (AVENEL, NJ) -- Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill will perform at the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 7:30pm.
South Jersey Jazz Society presents 2026 Jazz@ThePoint Festival in October (SOMERS POINT, NJ) -- The South Jersey Jazz Society will present its annual Jazz@ThePoint festival from October 15–17, 2026, bringing three days of world-class jazz, history and celebration to Somers Point. This year's festival, themed "Red, White & Louis," honors the 250th anniversary of the U.S.A. while celebrating the music and legacy of one of America's most influential and beloved musical artists Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, the internationally famous jazz trumpeter, bandleader and singer known for songs like "What a Wonderful World," "Hello, Dolly!," "Star Dust," and "La Vie En Rose."
State Theatre New Jersey presents their annual Classical Season Celebration on October 15th (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey celebrates the power of classical performance with the annual Classical Season Celebration on Thursday, October 15, 2026. This year's event will take place in STNJ's intimate Studio space with a performance featuring internationally acclaimed violinist Christina Bouey and award-winning pianist Yoon Lee entirely lit by candlelight.
BlowUpRadio.com's Perennial Benefit Webathon For The Spondylitis Association Of America To Air October 16th-18th (SOUTH AMBOY, NJ) -- New Jersey internet radio station BlowUpRadio.com - Where NJ Rock Lives, announces its 19th annual Banding Together Webathon to benefit the Spondylitis Association Of America. Taking place Friday October 16th through Sunday October 18, 2026, on their internet radio station. Over forty acts from New Jersey and all over the globe will perform half hour performances, as they raise money to fund research and provide the programs and services to help the community suffering from this debilitating disease.
Anthony Nelson to Headline 6th Annual ROCC FEST - From Praise to Presence (NEWARK, NJ) -- The Roseville Outreach Community Corporation presents the 6th Annual ROCC FEST - From Praise to Presence jazz gospel concert on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Roseville Church in Newark. The event begins at 6:00pm and is headlined by Anthony Nelson.
WBGO's "All The Jazz" Series Comes to Holmdel (HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Executive Director Andrew DePrisco brings Smooth Jazz to the Bell Theater in Holmdel with the ever-popular WBGO "all that jazz" Concert series. Procured by Smooth Jazz New Jersey, the first two offerings will be Spyro Gyra on October 24th and Rick Braun on November 21, 2026.
South Jersey Pops presents Stage Fright - The Soundtrack of the Mysterious (MEDFORD, NJ) -- South Jersey Pops presents Stage Fright - The Soundtrack of the Mysterious on Sunday, October 25, 2026 in the Lenape High School Auditorium. This is a family-friendly celebration of the Spooky & Strange. Showtime is 3:00pm.
Tuesday, October 06, 2026
@ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
There are multiple performances including:
Wednesday, October 07, 2026
@ 7:30pm
McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre)
Princeton, NJ
Thursday, October 08, 2026
@ 7:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center
Morristown, NJ
Thursday, October 08, 2026
@ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
Thursday, October 08, 2026
@ 6:00pm
Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
Rahway, NJ
