Named SESAC’s Nashville Songwriter of the Year in 2021 — Moon seizes on his childhood, recounting his backstory in the evocative “American Dreamin’.” A blast of swampy country paired with Moon’s staccato hip-hop delivery (he devoured the music of Travis Tritt, Alan Jackson, Outkast and Goodie Mob as a kid), the song finds the artist […]
Rahway’s own Danny Vargas is the bandleader for Duck n’ Cover and offers a potpourri of funk, soul, and pop. An extremely talented multi-instrumentalist he’ll entrance you by playing songs from various genres that span decades. In case of rain, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewing located around the corner at 1435 Main […]
Jivestock is a New Jersey-based roots/jam band from the Metuchen area. Blending blues, country boogie, Americana, and improvisational rock, you'll hear covers of artists like The Meters, The Band, and Marvin Gaye while weaving in tight country fried funk originals with sizzling jams! Jivestock has appeared at regional NJ events including the Bayonne Hometown Fair […]
Everyone loves a good movie, especially when it's shared with your favorite furry friend. Join an all-star cast as the sun sets over UCPAC's Hamilton Stage parking lot. Bring a chair and your appetite for an evening featuring pet vendors, food trucks and The Secret Life of Pets! All are welcome! This free event is […]
Join ACP Arts every 3rd Saturday for a night of poetry, spoken word, music and a little friendly competition. DJ Mega sets the beat.
Due to incoming severe weather, potential heavy rainfall, and flash flooding risks, Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe, the Rahway City Council, and the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) regret to announce the postponement of tonight’s DJ Drewski Birthday Block Party performance. While tonight's show was highly anticipated, our top priority is public safety. Postponing this […]
Lydia Crown is an indie-folk artist whose heartfelt storytelling and raw melodic sound draws deep inspiration from artists like Joni Mitchell. Her sound was shaped by her years living on the California coast; Lydia weaves together east coast grit and west coast soul. In case of rain, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewing […]
Gypsy Funk Squad is a New Jersey-based world fusion/funk/ party band that mixes music from multiple cultures with high-energy danceable grooves. Come out and dance, bring a picnic or take out from a nearby eatery or just stop by for a moment to listen.
All are invited. Bring your instrument, bring your voice, bring your support of live music.
The show has been moved inside to UCPAC. Doors open at 5:00. Closing out the summer concert series, please welcome All-4-One, featuring Jamie Jones, Delious Kennedy, Alfred Nevarez and Tony Borowiak. To date the band has won many awards including a Grammy, an American Music Award, a Blockbuster Award, countless international awards and has completed […]
Sherin Hanafy is a NJ based singer/songwriter whose soulful voice has opened for great acts like The Original Wailers and Fishbone. Her performances include jazz standards to original works. Recording with 3-time Grammy winner and Steely Dan producer, David Russell, she finds great joy in sharing her voice with others and has performed for over […]
A New Jersey-based Grateful Dead tribute band, Deadicated & Friends, celebrates the music, improvisation, and community spirit of the Grateful Dead. Enjoy the laid-back grooves and extended jams as the band delivers a fun, live show for devoted Deadheads and casual fans alike. The Mayor's Music Series features an array of talented local musicians. Come […]
