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Upcoming Events

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May 29 to Jun 7

coLAB Arts Theatre Production - A Healthy Marriage

A Healthy Marriage  Directed by: Dan Swern "A Healthy Marriage, the new musical comedy inspired by the infamous Hall-Mills murder case, invites audiences into the heart of the...

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Sun Jun 7

New Jersey International Film Festival - Los Tres & Return: Saving Turtles

Los Tres - Yehuda Sharim (Merced, California) Three Mexican-American artists find refuge in friendship and art as they compose their artistic vision in the face of denigration and...

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May 31 to Jun 28

Yoga at the Yard

Start your Sunday morning with a FREE yoga class by Garden of Healing Yoga & Wellness. ...

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Sun Jun 7

Zimmerli Art Museum - Membership Event: Premier View

Select members and guests of the Zimmerli are invited to a special tour and luncheon with Director Maura Reilly in appreciation for their dedicated support of the museum! This is...

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Mon Jun 8

New Brunswick Performing Arts Center - Sammy Obeid: Live in Jersey!

Comedian Sammy Obeid is bringing the belly laughs to the Elizabeth Ross Johnson Theater on Monday, June 8, 2026. Forget the standard night out, we’re bringing world-class wit to New...

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Mon Jun 8

Bonsai Bar @ Batch Bin & Barrel

Bonsai Bar Bonsai Bar is a night of fun at a local venue near you that you don't want to miss! Beginner workshops are perfect for you to...

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Mon Jun 8

Elijah's Promise - Chef's Night 2026

Chef's Night 2026 We invite you to join Elijah's Promise on Monday, June 8th for the return of our highly anticipated Chef's Night - our biggest and most...

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World Class Live Entertainment

City Center's Theatre District is NJ's premier destination for performing arts and entertainment. Over 350,000/yr. from the tri-state area attend outstanding events featuring international orchestras, Broadway musicals, world-class dance, pop concerts, and more.

Flourishing Arts & Culture

Start your journey by appreciating world-class art and exhibits at some of our impressive museums and galleries. Engage in global art through workshops, classes, and gallery talks at some of the largest and most distinguished cultural venues.

Paint the Town Scarlet Red

Founded before the nation, Rutgers University-New Brunswick is a proud member of the Association of American Universities, a Big Ten school, and the flagship of The State University of New Jersey. These are exciting times at Rutgers and we look forward to sharing them with all.

A Sensational Selection

City Center is home to over 50 restaurants and eateries that constitute a diverse mix of international cuisines and colorful ambiances to pair with all tastes. From fast casual to fine dining - familiar and delicious to complex and extraordinary, City Center chefs are constantly introducing new flavors into their menus.

Good People, Good Times

Take in a Rutgers game or hit a live music hot-spot. City Center's nightlife scene is as diverse & dynamic as the city itself. From dance clubs to comedy clubs and gastropubs to traditional Irish pubs you're guaranteed to have fun doing it your way. 

At the Heart of Healthcare

The state's premier "Healthcare City" is home to numerous world-renowned hospitals & research institutions, RU, and the world headquarters of J&J. Innovative medical technology and treatments discovered here are advancing healthcare on a global scale.

Discover New Brunswick

Named Best Destination 2025!

Best Destination Jersey's Best Magazine

From top-tier theaters and cultural venues to exceptional dining establishments to Big 10 college action to cutting edge healthcare facilities–New Brunswick has it ALL.Discover why ...

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Rich in Our Country's History

One of the nation's first public readings of The Declaration of Independence took place in New Brunswick on July 9, 1776. In the days following ...

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2025/2026 – Rutgers, Here We Come!

Rutgers Visitor Guide

Get ready for an exciting year at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, the largest campus of Rutgers, The State University of New JerseyThe 2026/27 Rutgers Visitors Guide ...

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