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New Brunswick's Harvest Weekend returns with an exciting weekend full of music, live entertainment, dog-friendly events, family activities, and weekend brunch specials!
Join us Thursday, October 12th through Sunday, October 15th for New Brunswick's Harvest Weekend as we continue the excellent outdoor dining experiences across the downtown with amazing live musicians as well as extra-themed entertainers and dining specials!
CITY CENTER SCAVENGER HUNT - Immerse yourself in the arts, culture, and the foodie’s haven here in New Brunswick City Center. There is no better way to get to know the city than to embark on a scavenger hunt!
There are six sculptures to be found, take your time, and look around. Take a photo with each one and post on social media using #NBStatue when you are done. Remember it’s Rutgers Homecoming and Family weekend so be sure not to hide your Scarlet Knight Pride!
1. Walking down the street the professor you will meet. He is reading a book so when you take your photo ask him to look.
2. This guy you may have to race, so wear your sneakers just in case. As he rolls on by ask him to stop and take a quick pic!
3. This woman with a dog is creating a picture using paint and a brush, there is a man standing behind her, definitely not in a rush. When you are ready to take a picture with them all, make sure to stand tall!
4. Take a seat and rest your feet next to the guy reading the paper. Before you move on, ask him to say cheese, but be sure to say thank you and please!
5. These two guys are busy making great music. Before you take a photo, ask them to play your favorite song then you can all sing along!
6. While drawing a picture this woman takes a seat. See what she is creating but don’t trip over her feet. Strike a pose when you are ready but first make sure to sit steady.
Now that you are done, grab a drink and a bite. We hope you come back to visit soon. Things are always happening, day and night.
LIVE MUSIC LOCATIONS - Throughout the City Center
Delta's Restaurant - 19 Dennis Street
Friday 7:00 - 11:00 PM Live DJ or Live Band
Saturday 4:30 - 8:30 PM Live Band & 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM Live DJ
Tavern on George - 361 George Street
Thursday - Main-Stage Jazz 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Friday & Saturday - Main-Stage Acoustic Sets 7:00 - 10:00 PM
City Center Seward Johnson Sculptures Walking Tour
Our tour is a self-guided, exploration of Seward's sculptures along the George Street corridor. The tour is designed in a sequence that travels from north to south but can be started at any location, or navigated in reverse order. More information about Seward Johnson is here. See the Digital Map here.
CLUEDUPP GAMES - Immersive outdoor experience and team-building event.
CluedUpp Games is an independent games studio that creates immersive outdoor experiences and team-building events in over 80 countries worldwide.
The Alice in Wonderland Experience - Simply download the app and start exploring! Start location: Monument Square Park, 2 Livingston Avenue
With Alice in Wonderland, we've reimagined the way you explore and engage with your surroundings. Alice is trapped in Wonderland and it’s up to you to save her!
Our innovative self-guided adventure leads you on a captivating journey through the most intriguing areas of your city. Equipped with nothing but your smartphone and a sense of curiosity, you'll follow cryptic clues, solve perplexing puzzles, and find secret places you’ve never been before.
You’ll have the flexibility to explore at your own pace. Take breaks whenever you please, indulge in a leisurely lunch at a charming café, or pause to admire architectural marvels that you've never noticed before. This is exploration without pressure - a chance to reconnect with your surroundings in a refreshing way.
It’s more than just a game - it's an adventure that captivates, challenges and explores. So gather your friends, rally your family, or embark solo on a thrilling city hunt. Step through the looking glass unlock the mysteries that lie just beyond your doorstep and experience your city like never before.
The Smurfs Great Escape - Simply download the app and start exploring! Start location: Monument Square Park, 2 Livingston Avenue
Are you ready to embark on a Smurftastic journey through the heart of New Brunswick? Purchase today and play this City Quest any time in your chosen month. It's time to paint the town blue…
City Quests bring together the thrill of exploration with the excitement of solving a mystery. Whether you're a curious family, a group of friends seeking adventure, or a tourist yearning to discover hidden gems, a City Quest is your passport to an unforgettable urban expedition.
With The Smurfs Great Escape, we've reimagined the way you explore and engage with your surroundings. The Smurfs are trapped in New Brunswick and need your help to get home!
Our innovative self-guided adventure leads you on a captivating journey through the most intriguing areas of your city. Equipped with nothing but your smartphone and a sense of curiosity, you'll follow cryptic clues, solve perplexing puzzles, and find secret places you’ve never been before as you help save the Smurfs from the evil wizard Gargamel.
You’ll have the flexibility to explore at your own pace. Take breaks whenever you please, indulge in a leisurely lunch at a charming café, or pause to admire architectural marvels that you've never noticed before. This is exploration without pressure - a chance to reconnect with your surroundings in a refreshing way.
It’s more than just a game - it's an adventure that captivates, challenges and explores. So gather your friends, rally your family, or embark solo on a thrilling city hunt. Get ready to unlock the mysteries that lie just beyond your doorstep and experience your city like never before.
Homecoming Bed Races - 6:00 PM College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ
Register to participate in the Annual Homecoming Charity Bed Races! Teams of students race down Sicard Street (right behind the College Ave Student Center) for a chance to win highly coveted trophies and programming funds. More information here.
Stress Factory Comedy Club - 90 Church Street - Bill Bellamy - October 12th - October 14th
Bill Bellamy has rattled the cages of stand-up, TV, and major motion pictures. After breaking into stardom on HBO's Def Comedy Jam, he took over television as himself on MTV, E! and NBC and an actor on FOX's Fastlane and on the big screen in Any Given Sunday. Bill Bellamy has been all over the comedy spectrum but we love him best when he's live on stage performing his hilarious commentary. Purchase tickets here.
George Street Playhouse - The Pianist - A Play with Music - NBPAC 11 Livingston Avenue
In a new adaptation for the stage, The Pianist is Wladyslaw Szpilman’s harrowing account of the annihilation of Jewish life in Warsaw during World War II and his remarkable survival through the transcendent power of music.
His memoir inspired an Oscar-winning film – and now acclaimed Playwright/Director Emily Mann has crafted an innovative, immersive play with music that delivers this terrifying and triumphant tale with soul-shaking power and thrilling theatrical immediacy. Purchase tickets here.
New Brunswick Art Salon 2023 - Oils, Sculpture & Mixed Media - "Close to Home" - Alfa Art Gallery, 108 Church Street 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The oil and mixed media exhibition has been a part of the ongoing success of Alfa’s New Brunswick Art Salon (NBAS) program since 2010. This exhibition showcases a diverse array of artworks from esteemed artists both native to New Jersey as well as artists living and working within the tri-state area and features oil paintings and mixed media works that truly push the boundaries of conventional media. From oil paint to textiles, each artist presents their own innovative approach to both the traditional medium of oil paint and mixed media art in order to capture visions of the contemporary world.
The Rutgers African-American Alumni Association (RAAA) kicks off Homecoming Weekend with a gathering at the Zimmerli Art Museum to connect and celebrate the accomplishments of fellow Scarlet Knights. Enjoy a tour of the new exhibition by Rutgers alum, Alonzo Adams: A Griot’s Vision.
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres while mingling with alumni from an array of student organizations, as well as celebrate the 50th anniversary of the West Indian Student Organization (WISO). Open to All Members of the Rutgers Community But RSVP is Requested. Register here. Pre-register for FREE visitor parking here.
Alumni and Friends Homecoming Pregame Party - 8:00 - 10:00 PM Tavern on George, 361 George Street
Rutgers alumni, parents, and friends are invited to join us at Tavern on George for a pregame party. Enjoy music, food, beer, and wine with fellow Rutgers fans as we celebrate before the big game! Register here.
Featuring a soundtrack that blends symphonic orchestral music with hip-hop, Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse Live in Concert pairs a screening of the Academy Award®-winning animated film with live musicians and turntables featuring a DJ scratcher live on stage. Emmy®-winner Daniel Pemberton composed a sprawling score of boundary-pushing original music complimented with song contributions by Post Malone, Lil Wayne, Jaden Smith, and Nicki Minaj. The hip-hop-based score results in a sonic universe that is woven throughout the fabric of the film, supporting its themes of resilience and universal heroism. Purchase tickets here.
George Street Playhouse - The Pianist - A Play with Music - NBPAC, 11 Livingston Avenue - Times Vary
In a new adaptation for the stage, The Pianist is Wladyslaw Szpilman’s harrowing account of the annihilation of Jewish life in Warsaw during World War II and his remarkable survival through the transcendent power of music.
His memoir inspired an Oscar-winning film – and now acclaimed Playwright/Director Emily Mann has crafted an innovative, immersive play with music that delivers this terrifying and triumphant tale with soul-shaking power and thrilling theatrical immediacy. Purchase tickets here.
New Brunswick Art Salon 2023 - Oils, Sculpture & Mixed Media - "Close to Home" - Alfa Art Gallery, 108 Church Street 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The oil and mixed media exhibition has been a part of the ongoing success of Alfa’s New Brunswick Art Salon (NBAS) program since 2010. This exhibition showcases a diverse array of artworks from esteemed artists both native to New Jersey as well as artists living and working within the tri-state area and features oil paintings and mixed media works that truly push the boundaries of conventional media. From oil paint to textiles, each artist presents their own innovative approach to both the traditional medium of oil paint and mixed media art in order to capture visions of the contemporary world.
American Repertory Ballet presents: Elevate - NBPAC, 11 Livingston Avenue - 7:00 PM
American Repertory Ballet returns to its home venue, the state-of-the-art New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), with Elevate, an innovative program of cutting-edge ballet and contemporary works.
The program includes a new creation by dance influencer and award-winning artist Stephanie Martinez; a world premiere by Philadelphia-based choreographer Meredith Rainey, featuring new music commissioned by up-and-coming composer Miranda Scripp; and the anticipated return of Ethan Stiefel’s rousing Wood Work, set to modern renditions of Nordic folk tunes by the Danish String Quartet. Purchase tickets here.
The Rutgers Boardwalk - 8:00 AM Scarlet Knight Way, Piscataway, NJ
Head over to Scarlet Knight Way to enjoy several of your favorite food trucks in New Jersey, experience free rides, win prizes, and take in the live environment. Rutgers fans will have the opportunity to enjoy their favorite elements of Jersey boardwalks right here in Piscataway. The Rutgers Boardwalk opens 4 hours before kickoff.
Stress Factory Comedy Club - 90 Church Street - Daniel Tirado - October 14th at 8:00 PM
Daniel Tirado is a New York-based comedian, actor, and writer, born and raised in Montreal. Daniel quickly caught the attention of the comedy industry when he was invited to perform at the world-renowned Montreal's Just For Laughs Festival, only six months into stand-up! Since then, he has been a regular at the festival, playing in various shows including a taped performance for Kevin Hart’s LOL Network and Best of the Fest. Tirado has made several appearances on AXS TV's Gotham Comedy Live, TruTV’s Laff Tracks and can be seen on an episode of Netflix's The Punisher. Daniel was also selected as one of the Top Ten Finalists at the Standup NBC showcase. His short film "The Yellow Bicycle" premiered at the Academy Award-Qualifying Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival. Further credits include appearing on HBO's White House Plumbers starring Woody Harrelson. Purchase tickets here.
George Street Playhouse - The Pianist - A Play with Music - NBPAC 11 Livingston Avenue
In a new adaptation for the stage, The Pianist is Wladyslaw Szpilman’s harrowing account of the annihilation of Jewish life in Warsaw during World War II and his remarkable survival through the transcendent power of music.
His memoir inspired an Oscar-winning film – and now acclaimed Playwright/Director Emily Mann has crafted an innovative, immersive play with music that delivers this terrifying and triumphant tale with soul-shaking power and thrilling theatrical immediacy. Purchase tickets here.
New Brunswick Art Salon 2023 - Oils, Sculpture & Mixed Media - "Close to Home" - Alfa Art Gallery, 108 Church Street 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The oil and mixed media exhibition has been a part of the ongoing success of Alfa’s New Brunswick Art Salon (NBAS) program since 2010. This exhibition showcases a diverse array of artworks from esteemed artists both native to New Jersey as well as artists living and working within the tri-state area and features oil paintings and mixed media works that truly push the boundaries of conventional media. From oil paint to textiles, each artist presents their own innovative approach to both the traditional medium of oil paint and mixed media art in order to capture visions of the contemporary world.
American Repertory Ballet presents: Elevate - NBPAC, 11 Livingston Avenue - 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
American Repertory Ballet returns to its home venue, the state-of-the-art New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), with Elevate, an innovative program of cutting-edge ballet and contemporary works.
The program includes a new creation by dance influencer and award-winning artist Stephanie Martinez; a world premiere by Philadelphia-based choreographer Meredith Rainey, featuring new music commissioned by up-and-coming composer Miranda Scripp; and the anticipated return of Ethan Stiefel’s rousing Wood Work, set to modern renditions of Nordic folk tunes by the Danish String Quartet. Purchase tickets here.
Zimmerli Art Together Family Programing - 1:00 - 3:00 PM Zimmerli Art Museum, New Brunswick
We will do a printmaking project, based on our new exhibition The Brodsky Center at Rutgers University: Three Decades, 1986-2017.
Stress Factory Comedy Club - 90 Church Street - Mike Ross - October 15th at 7:00 PM
Mike started his rise to success by doing eight (8) consecutive sold-out shows at the Stress Factory Comedy Club in New Brunswick, NJ. He continues his rapid comedy rise by hosting a comedy room at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, the first-ever comedy show held at The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, and continuing sold-out performances in spite of the pandemic called "Mike on the Mic".
Having lived through his share of relationships, tragedies, lessons, and embarrassing moments, Mike channels all of that energy into hilarious sets. With his exceptional blend of outlandish and raw edge humor with a touch of "Realness", nationally touring Mike Ross has opened for many big names such as D.L. Hughley and has performed with the likes of Tony Roberts, Smokey Suarez, Andrew Santino, Talent Harris, the legendary "Hamburger" and Tony Woods. Purchase tickets here.
George Street Playhouse - The Pianist - A Play with Music - NBPAC 11 Livingston Avenue
In a new adaptation for the stage, The Pianist is Wladyslaw Szpilman’s harrowing account of the annihilation of Jewish life in Warsaw during World War II and his remarkable survival through the transcendent power of music.
His memoir inspired an Oscar-winning film – and now acclaimed Playwright/Director Emily Mann has crafted an innovative, immersive play with music that delivers this terrifying and triumphant tale with soul-shaking power and thrilling theatrical immediacy. Purchase tickets here.
New Brunswick Art Salon 2023 - Oils, Sculpture & Mixed Media - "Close to Home" - Alfa Art Gallery, 108 Church Street 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The oil and mixed media exhibition has been a part of the ongoing success of Alfa’s New Brunswick Art Salon (NBAS) program since 2010. This exhibition showcases a diverse array of artworks from esteemed artists both native to New Jersey as well as artists living and working within the tri-state area and features oil paintings and mixed media works that truly push the boundaries of conventional media. From oil paint to textiles, each artist presents their own innovative approach to both the traditional medium of oil paint and mixed media art in order to capture visions of the contemporary world.
American Repertory Ballet presents: Elevate - NBPAC, 11 Livingston Avenue - 2:00 PM
American Repertory Ballet returns to its home venue, the state-of-the-art New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), with Elevate, an innovative program of cutting-edge ballet and contemporary works.
The program includes a new creation by dance influencer and award-winning artist Stephanie Martinez; a world premiere by Philadelphia-based choreographer Meredith Rainey, featuring new music commissioned by up-and-coming composer Miranda Scripp; and the anticipated return of Ethan Stiefel’s rousing Wood Work, set to modern renditions of Nordic folk tunes by the Danish String Quartet. Purchase tickets here.
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