Middlesex County Culture

09/06/2026

🎶 And we’re off!

Shadows Of The 60s Tribute To Motown's Super Groups are kicking off the Labor Day Weekend Concert with all the hits! 🕺🎤

Turn up the volume and enjoy a little taste of the music filling Roosevelt Park!

09/04/2026

Join us as we celebrate Mexican culture and heritage at FolkLIVE’s Mexican Folkloric Festival! You will not want to miss “EL GRITO DE INDEPENDENCIA,” (the Cry of Independence) Civic Ceremony, led by Head Consul Mariana Diaz, Mexican Consulate in New Brunswick!

📍MONUMENT SQUARE PARK
2 LIVINGSTON AVE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ
⏰ 2PM-6PM

09/02/2026

Celebrating the 51st Annual New Jersey Folk Festival

What a wonderful day of music, dance, culture, and community!
On Saturday, August 29, Davidson’s Mill Pond Park came alive as friends, families, musicians, dancers, artists, craftspeople, and folk enthusiasts gathered to celebrate New Jersey’s rich folk traditions.

With performances across four stages, more than 50 local craft vendors, food trucks, tractor rides, children’s activities, garden tours, and so many opportunities to connect, this year’s festival was truly a celebration of what makes our communities special. 🌿🎶

We extend our heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who attended, performed, volunteered, vended, supported, and helped bring the 51st Annual New Jersey Folk Festival to life. Your participation and enthusiasm made this year’s celebration one to remember. ❤️

As we look back on another successful festival, we’re grateful for the traditions we share and the community that keeps them alive.

Thank you for being part of the New Jersey Folk Festival family. We look forward to seeing you again next year!🎻

09/02/2026

Deadline Approaching! The Borough of Highland Park is seeking artists or artist teams to repurpose the historic “General Tire” sign located at 70 Woodbridge Avenue into a new public art installation. The project budget is up to $15,000. Deadline: August 31, 2026.

Learn more: https://www.hpboro.com/Home/Components/RFP/RFP/138/1319 Highland Park, New Jersey Middlesex County Culture

09/02/2026

08/31/2026

From festivals to concerts, Middlesex County is the place to be. Discover more at middlesexcountyculture.com!

08/26/2026

Live music hits different outdoors! 🎺💃✨
Pack your lawn chairs, invite your friends, and join us this Saturday at Davidson’s Mill Pond Park! Enjoy incredible live bands, dance performances, food trucks, craft shopping, and family activities all day long.
Head to www.njfolkfest.org today to get the full schedule and stage lineup!
🗓 THIS SATURDAY: August 29, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, North Brunswick, NJ

Photos provided by Middlesex County, NJ.

08/26/2026

Join us for FolkLIVE: Mexican Folkloric Festival on Saturday, September 12 in Monument Square Park, New Brunswick! We will celebrate Mexican cultural and traditions with artisan vendors, folkloric performers, Mariachi musicians, and the Civic Ceremony of “EL GRITO DE INDEPENDENCIA,” led by the Consulate of Mexico in New Brunswick.

Acompáñanos en FolkLIVE: Festival Folklórico Mexicano, el sábado 12 de septiembre en Monument Square Park, New Brunswick! Celebraremos la cultura y las tradiciones mexicanas con vendedores de artesanías, artistas folklóricos, músicos de mariachi y la Ceremonia Cívica de “EL GRITO DE INDEPENDENCIA”, encabezada por el Consulado de México en New Brunswick.

08/21/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend? Step back in time at East Jersey Old Town Village!

Explore the scenic grounds, stroll through the themed gardens, and discover engaging exhibits that bring Middlesex County history to life. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious to see what the past looked like, there’s something to discover for visitors of all ages.

Make a visit this weekend and explore the Village!

Learn more: https://shorturl.at/agz4F

08/21/2026

Planning to attend this spectacular festival?
All FOUR Events?!
Good for you!!
All Free!!!

Middlesex County Culture Friends of Metuchen Arts Music On Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ New Brunswick Jazz Project