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Here is a look at shows taking place from May 27 to June 2, 2025 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview. Jump to Featured Events, Event Previews, Event Listings, Coming Soon.
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FEATURED EVENTS
Thursday, May 29 – bergenPAC presents Back to the Garden 1969. (ENGLEWOOD, NJ) — Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Back to the Garden 1969 on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:00pm. Founded by Gary Adamson, they are a group of seasoned players who have toured, performed, and recorded nationally.
Michael Arnone’s 32nd Annual Crawfish Fest takes Place May 30th through June 1st. (AUGUSTA, NJ) — Michael Arnone’s 32nd Annual Crawfish Fest takes place at the Sussex County Fairgrounds from Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1, 2025, bringing the best food, music, and culture that Louisiana and New Orleans have to offer to the East Coast.
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12th Annual Jersey City Jazz Festival – May 30-31. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) — Exchange Place Alliance presents the 12th Annual Jersey City Jazz Festival May 30-31, 2025. A two-day celebration of music takes place on the Hudson River waterfront and features three stages, a community zone, food trucks, bars, a VIP experience, and even a parade.
Friday, May 30 – Glen Burtnik Talks About Revisiting the Music of Styx at The Basie. (RED BANK, NJ) — Glen Burtnik has lined up a great group of musicians to play songs by Styx at the Count Basie Center for the Arts on Friday, May 30, 2025. It’s a show I’ve got to admit I didn’t see coming, but one that long-time fans of Glen should get a ticket for.
Saturday, May 31 – State Theatre New Jersey presents The Fab Faux performing “A Hard Day’s Night” and “Abbey Road” albums. (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) — State Theatre New Jersey presents The Fab Faux on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 8:00pm. The band will perform A Hard Day’s Night and Abbey Road in their entireties. Joining The Fab Faux are The Hogshead Horns (with Blues Brothers, Blood, Sweat & Tears and SNL band alums) and The Creme Tangerine Strings.
Saturday, May 31 – Outpost in the Burbs presents the Martin Sexton Abbey Road Show. (MONTCLAIR, NJ) — Outpost in the Burbs presents The Martin Sexton Abbey Road Show on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 8:00pm. Martin Sexton puts his signature style on his rendition of this iconic Beatles album combining what Rolling Stone calls his “soul-marinated voice” with his inventive guitar prowess. The show takes place at the First Congregational Church of Montclair.
Sunday, June 1 – Grunin Center presents Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon with vibraphonist Behn Gillece and guitarist Brian Betz. (TOMS RIVER, NJ) — The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts will welcome vibraphonist Behn Gillece and guitarist Brian Betz to the Prima Studio Theatre for Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 3:00pm. The Grunin Center is located on the main campus of Ocean County College in Toms River.
EVENT PREVIEWS
Jersey City Jazz Week Leads Up to 12th Annual Jersey City Jazz Festival. (JERSEY CITY, NJ) — The 12th annual Jersey City Jazz Festival, produced by the non-profit organization Riverview Jazz and presented by Exchange Place Alliance, will host hundreds of musicians on Friday, May 30 beginning at 6:00pm and Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Exchange Place plaza on the Hudson River waterfront from noon to 9:00pm. The festival is a free event with one ticketed stage (Clubhouse by Fords Gin) and VIP options.
Wednesday, May 28 – The Vogel presents Tab Benoit. (RED BANK, NJ) — Acclaimed Grammy-nominated Bayou Blues guitarist Tab Benoit, “Louisiana’s Living Legend,” makes a special local appearance at The Vogel on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Doors are 6:30pm, showtime is 7:30pm. He’s coming off a memorable performance at New Orleans’ Jazz Fest, where Live Music News & Review wrote, “there are lots of blues musicians that play Jazz Fest each year, but none exemplify the Delta blues and swampland style better than Tab Benoit.”
Wednesday, May 28 – Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms join Jimmy Kimmel Live! on May 28th ahead of tour. On Wednesday, May 28, 2025 multi-platinum rock legends Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms will hit the stage on Jimmy Kimmel Live! for a special performance on ABC. The appearance sets the tone for their upcoming summer co-headlining tour — an electrifying 30+ date run that includes a show in Atlantic City – Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort on Saturday, July 19. Spin Doctors are on the bill as well.
Thursday, May 29 – Latin Night Thursdays presents “Rumba Cubana and Rhythms” with Enildo Rasua. (WEEHAWKEN, NJ) — The vibrant rhythms of Latin music will take over the stage one last time this spring, as United Children’s Music Project’s Latin Night Thursdays series wraps up with the electrifying sounds of “Rumba Cubana and Rhythms” and the dynamic artistry of Enildo Rasua (“The Third Hand”) on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:30pm (4710 Park Avenue, Weehawken, NJ). Proper attire and a $15 donation at the door are requested.
Thursday, May 29 – Princeton Makes Artist Cooperative to host Rhythm and Hues event on Thursday. (PRINCETON, NJ) — On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Princeton Makes, a Princeton-based artist cooperative, will host Rhythm and Hues, a musical and artistic collaborative event, in the Courtyard of the Princeton Shopping Center. The event will take place at 6:00pm.
Friday, May 30 – Tusk to perform Two Nights at The Newton Theatre. (NEWTON, NJ) — Tusk, the Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute, comes to The Newton Theatre for performances on Friday, May 30th and Saturday, May 31, 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm each night.
Saturday, May 31 – Tuckerton Porchfest Returns May 31st with 7 Stages, 30+ Performers, and One Big Community Celebration. (TUCKERTON, NJ) — On Saturday, May 31, 2025, the streets of Tuckerton will once again come alive with music, poetry, and art as Tuckerton Porchfest returns for another unforgettable year. This free, all-ages event transforms front porches, local businesses, and community spaces into live performance venues from 11:00am to 7:00pm, showcasing over 30 local musicians, poets, and performers across seven stages.
Saturday, May 31 – James Dalton presents “Harmonica Lesson: The Show” at Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch. (SURF CITY, NJ) — Ocean County native James Dalton’s harmonica artistry takes him around the world, and each stop on the way creates memorable moments. Join James for stories from the road and learn some mouth harp magic during “Harmonica Lesson: The Show” at the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch on Saturday, May 31, 2025. The event begins at 2:00pm.
Saturday, May 31 – The Bongos to Celebrate Release of “The Shroud of Touring: Live in 1985” at The Wonder Bar. (ASBURY PARK, NJ) — The Bongos will celebrate the release of The Shroud of Touring: Live in 1985 at The Wonder Bar in Asbury Park on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm. The CD will be released by JEM Records on May 23rd.
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Saturday, May 31 – Under Cover Music Fest to Take Place May 31st in South Orange. (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) — South Orange Downtown presents its signature event, Under Cover Music Fest, on Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. The event takes place at the Sloan Street Parking Lot (12 Sloan Street). It features eight cover bands, a beer garden, and food vendors. Admission is free.
EVENT LISTINGS
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Thursday, May 29 @ 4:00pm – MAC Music Café at Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
Thursday, May 29 @ 7:00pm – Candlelight Spring: Tribute to Adele at Monmouth University – Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
Thursday, May 29 @ 7:00pm – Back to the Garden 1969 at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Thursday, May 29 @ 7:30pm – Vanessa Collier at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, May 30 @ 6:00pm – The Jersey City Jazz Festival at PATH Plaza, 3 Exchange Place, Jersey City
Friday, May 30 @ 6:30pm – Michael Arnone’s 32nd Annual Crawfish Fest at Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta
Friday, May 30 @ 7:30pm – Jenny Barnes Band at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Friday, May 30 @ 8:00pm – Don McLean at Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC), 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, May 31 @ 11:30am – Michael Arnone’s 32nd Annual Crawfish Fest at Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta
Saturday, May 31 @ 12:00pm – The Jersey City Jazz Festival at PATH Plaza, 3 Exchange Place, Jersey City
Saturday, May 31 @ 7:30pm – The Martin Sexton Abbey Road Show at Outpost In The Burbs, 40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair
Saturday, May 31 @ 7:30pm – California Guitar Trio at Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton
Saturday, May 31 @ 8:00pm – The Fab Faux at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
Sunday, June 1 @ 11:30am – Michael Arnone’s 32nd Annual Crawfish Fest at Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta
Sunday, June 1 @ 3:00pm – Behn Gillece & Brian Betz at Grunin Center – Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre, 1 College Drive, Toms River
Sunday, June 1 @ 7:30pm – Stanley Clarke at McCarter Theatre Center (Matthews Theatre), 91 University Place, Princeton
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COMING SOON
Crossroads presents Winona Fighter (GARWOOD, NJ) — Rising punk act Winona Fighter will perform at Crossroads on Thursday, June 5, 2025. The band is touring in support of their debut full-length album, My Apologies to the Chef, out now via Rise Records. Showtime is 8:00pm.
McCarter Theatre Center presents Stella Cole (PRINCETON, NJ) — McCarter Theatre Center presents Stella Cole in the Berlind Theatre on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:30pm. To watch Stella Cole perform is to be transported in time. With irresistible charm and a love for the Great American Songbook, she introduces audiences to the timeless magic of jazz.
Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Iconic Women of Music featuring Rae Radick (PITMAN, NJ) — Iconic Women of Music featuring Rae Radick comes to the Broadway Theatre of Pitman on Thursday, June 5, 2025. This high-energy tribute show features timeless hits from icons like Dolly Parton, Cher, Stevie Nicks, Tina Turner, Shania Twain, Janis Joplin, and more! Showtime is 7:00pm.
The Newton Theatre presents Journeyman – A Tribute to Eric Clapton (NEWTON, NJ) — Journeyman – A Tribute to Eric Clapton comes to The Newton Theatre on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 8:00pm. Fronted by Shaun Hague , Journeyman has become the #1 tribute to Clapton in a very short amount of time.
Freedom Mortgage Pavilion to host the 92.5 XTU Anniversary show headlined by Luke Bryan (CAMDEN, NJ) — Freedom Mortgage Pavilion will host the 92.5 XTU Anniversary show headlined by Luke Bryan on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 7:00pm. The lineup includes George Birge, Ashland Craft, Adrien Nunez, and DJ Rock.
2025 Princeton Festival’s Opening Weekend – ICONS: The Voices That Changed Music, Renée Fleming, and Melissa Errico (PRINCETON, NJ) — The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) is set to launch its 2025 Princeton Festival with performances spotlighting beloved superstars of popular music, opera, and Broadway. New Jersey’s premier performing arts festival, the Princeton Festival opens Friday, June 6 with ICONS: The Voices that Changed Music followed by Renée Fleming with the Princeton Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, June 7, and Sondheim in the City with Melissa Errico on Sunday, June 8. All three performances take place in the grand performance pavilion on the grounds of Morven Museum & Garden.
Steampunk Alchemy Fest Returns to Morris County in June (BUDD LAKE, NJ) — Steampunk Alchemy Fest returns June 6-8, 2025 to Budd Lake for its fourth year of celebrating the creativity and innovation of steampunk culture. Steampunk Alchemy Fest, which will be held on the spacious outdoor grounds of Vasa Park (1 Vasa Drive), combines the steam-powered Victorian Era energy of the classic science fiction genre with unique activities and entertainment.
South Jersey Jazz Society presents Arturo O’Farrill & His 17 Piece Latin Jazz Orchestra (SOMERS POINT, NJ) — The South Jersey Jazz Society in cooperation with Ocean First Bank is proud to present Arturo O’Farrill 17 piece Latin Jazz Orchestra on Friday, June 6, 2025 on the William Morrow Beach (New Jersey and Bay Ave.), in Somers Point. This event runs from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and is part three of the South Jersey Jazz Society Spring Jazz Series.
Renée Fleming to Perform at 2025 Princeton Festival (PRINCETON, NJ) — The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) is pleased to announce that the world-renowned soprano Renée Fleming will perform at the 2025 Princeton Festival on Saturday, June 7 to crown the Festival’s opening weekend. Edward T. Cone Music Director Rossen Milanov will conduct. This year’s Princeton Festival runs June 6-21, 2025, on the grounds of Morven Museum & Garden.
McCarter Theatre presents GRAMMY winner Dianne Reeves with Romero Lubambo (PRINCETON, NJ) — McCarter Theatre presents Five-time GRAMMY winner Dianne Reeves with Romero Lubambo on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 7:30pm. Reeves is the preeminent jazz vocalist of our time. Renowned for her virtuosity, improvisational brilliance, and seamless fusion of jazz and R&B, she made history as the first artist to win the GRAMMY for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings.
Algonquin Arts Theatre’s Annual Bash Brings Natural Wonder: The Ultimate Stevie Wonder Experience to the Stage on June 7th (MANASQUAN, NJ) –- Algonquin Arts Theatre invites the community to its biggest fundraising celebration of the year—Algonquin’s Motown Magic Bash—on Saturday, June 7, 2025, featuring two electrifying performances of Natural Wonder: The Ultimate Stevie Wonder Experience.
Mahwah Museum Hosts “Les Paul’s 110th Birthday Celebration Tribute Concert” on June 7th (MAHWAH, NJ) — The Mahwah Museum hosts Les Paul’s 110th Birthday Celebration Tribute Concert, on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Ramapo College of New Jersey’s H-Wing Auditorium (505 Ramapo Valley Road) in Mahwah. The event runs from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
WBGO’s All That Jazz concert series presents Jeff Lorber and Alexander Zonjic (RAHWAY, NJ) — WBGO presents the All That Jazz concert series, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers at Hamilton Stage in Rahway. On Saturday, June 7, 2025, the series features Grammy Winner Jeff Lorber supported by 15-time Detroit Music Award winner Alexander Zonjic. This series is a partnership between UCPAC and Smooth Jazz NJ. Performances take place at 5:00pm and 8:00pm.
Gospel Singer Carla Harris to Perform at NJPAC (NEWARK, NJ) — New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a special Sunday afternoon with the nationally acclaimed Gospel sensation Carla Harris on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 3:00pm. Carla will perform a selection of her favorite music genres—including jazz, country, and gospel—to benefit the YMCA of Newark & Vicinity and the Primary Care Scholars Program of Hackensack Meridian Health Medical School.
North Jersey Blues Society to Hold Artist Emergency Relief Fundraiser at The Stanhope House (STANHOPE, NJ) — The North Jersey Blues Society (NJBS) is excited to announce the Artist Emergency Relief Fundraiser. NJBS has established an Artist Emergency Relief Fund (AERF) to assist artists in need. This fund is specifically designed to support NJBS artists who find themselves in crisis situations. Currently, the fund’s balance is $1,400, generated through the sale of an NJBS compilation CD. Their goal is to double this amount during a fundraiser on June 8, 2025 at The Stanhope House.
The Newton Theatre presents Peter Rowan and Sam Grisman Project (NEWTON, NJ) — Peter Rowan & Sam Grisman Project will perform at The Newton Theatre on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $52.50 – $80.
SOPAC Celebrates: Share the Love – A Fundraiser Celebrating Art, Community & Love (SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) — South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents SOPAC Celebrates: Share the Love, a fundraising event that features Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legend Darlene Love and celebrates the power of the arts as a medium to inspire, unite, and uplift local and global communities. On June 12, 2025, SOPAC Celebrates: Share the Love honors SOPAC’s role as the cultural anchor of South Orange, Maplewood, and beyond, and reaffirms its commitment to presenting world-class performances, providing transformative arts education programming, and facilitating meaningful community connections.
A Conversation with Darlene Love Who Stars in SOPAC’s “Share the Love” Celebration on June 12 Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Darlene Love will perform on June 12, 2025 at the SOPAC Celebrates: Share the Love event at South Orange Performing Arts Center in South Orange, NJ. The legendary vocalist who started her career as a back-up singer on such monster hits as “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” is one of the most exciting entertainers around, captivating audiences around the world with her warm, gracious stage presence and thrilling live performances.
Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents The Jersey Tenors (HAMPTON, NJ) — Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents The Jersey Tenors from June 12-14, 2025. The Jersey Tenors are the newest Opera/Rock Mash-up sensation, creating an explosive blend of iconic Opera classics alongside Rock ‘N Roll greats like Queen, Elton John, and Bon Jovi – to name but a few.
From Privilege to Purpose: An Evening with HRH Crown Prince Manvendra (WHIPPANY, NJ) — Harmonium Choral Society is hosting an evening of music and conversation with HRH Crown Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil and his husband, HH Prince deAndre, Duke of Hanumanteshwar, on their 2025 USA PRIDE MONTH TOUR: Human Rights Advocacy, on Friday, June 13, 2025 at the Ukrainian American Cultural Center (60 N Jefferson Rd) in Whippany. Showtime is 7:00pm.
New Jersey Talent will be featured during 2025 North to Shore Festival Prolific Asbury Park singer and songwriter Alexander Simone (grandson of the legendary Nina), Atlantic City’s R&B songstress Mary Cross, and the pioneering female rapper, Newark’s MC Rah Digga, are just a few of the beloved local talents who will present events as part of this year’s Prudential North to Shore Festival. Performances and programs will be held June 14-29, 2025 in Asbury Park and Newark, while performances in Atlantic City will extend throughout the coming year.
Jazzy Juneteenth with Florian Schantz Combo at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch (JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ) — In honor of Juneteenth, the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch is pleased to host a performance of early African American jazz by the Florian Schantz Jazz Combo on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Showtime is 3:00pm.
