Rahway Is Happening

4th of July Fireworks and Concert
2026-07-03 18:00 (America/New_York) | Rahway Park, 301 Central Avenue, Rahway, 07065, United States
Save the date!!!! Details Coming Soon.

UCPAC & City of Rahway presents: World's Tournament Watch Partyy
2026-07-09 15:00 - 19:30 | Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ, 07065
The Quarter Final Match begins at 4:00 PM. Enjoy the game in comfort while watching all the live action on the Main Stage big screen. The cafe will be open.

Movies in the Park: Zootopia 2
2026-07-09 20:30 | Flanagan Field, 2039 Wall Street, Rahway, NJ, 07065, United States
Tonight’s featured movie is: Zootopia 2. Registration is Required, go to: http://register.communitypass.net/rahway
Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. *Weather permitting, Movies are subject to change.

Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Steve Beal
2026-07-10 18:30 - 21:30 | Cherry Street Park, 59 E Cherry Street, Rahway, 07065, United States
Based out of Metuchen, Steve Beal’s blues and jazz inflected guitar playing does not disappoint! HIs repertoire covers not only the blues, but soul and rock classics, while sprinkling in some of his own originals.

In the event of rain, the show will move to the Wet Ticket Brewery located at 1435 Main Street.

A Diverse Mix of Live Music: featuring Fuey
2026-07-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Arts District Park, Central Ave. & Irving St., Rahway, NJ, 07065
Brett Fuentes solid guitar playing and smooth voice coaxes the band, Fuey, into a smooth soulful groove, then makes a hard pivot into upbeat rock & roll. Covering songs from the 1990’s to current releases, the band’s energy pulls you in with tight grooves and solid playing from each musician.
The Mayor’s Music Series highlights talented local musicians. Come out to dance, order a take-out or just stop by for a moment to listen. Support Local art! and Live Music!

Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Bob O'Hagan & Friends
2026-07-17 18:30 - 21:30 | Cherry Street Park, 59 E Cherry Street, Rahway, 07065, United States
Bob is a seasoned guitarist, harmonica player, and vocalist, whose background spans rock, R&B, folk, and classic soul. A veteran of the NJ and NY rock scene, Bob adds gritty grooves, warm harmonies, and laid-back charm to the mix.
In the event of rain, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewery located at 1435 Main Street.

A Diverse Mix of Live Music: The Scios Brothers with Noname James
2026-07-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Arts District Park, Central Ave. & Irving St., Rahway, NJ, 07065
Name the blues rockers and straight ahead blues players you want to hear all rolled up into one and you get NoName James! Calling on the guitar gods of Stevie Ray, Hendrix, Clapton et al, NoName James’ searing guitar solos makes for an evening of thumping blues!
Ready to dance? Come down to the Mayor’s Music Series featuring an array of talented local musicians.

Melao Cafe & Creamery Presents: What's the Word
2026-07-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Melao Cafe & Creamery, 1425 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ, 07065, United States
Join ACP Arts every 3rd Saturday for a night of poetry, spoken word, music and a little friendly competition.

AMA Make-Up Academy: Summer Program
2026-07-20 00:00 | New Jersey
For more information contact AMA Artist Make- Up at 201-222-5722 or visit Home | AMA Artist Makeup Academy.

Movies in the Park: James and the Giant Peach
2026-07-23 20:30 | Flanagan Field, 2039 Wall Street, Rahway, NJ, 07065, United States
Tonight’s featured movie is: James and the Giant Peach. Registration is required, go to: http://register.communitypass.net/rahway
Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. *Weather permitting, Movies are subject to change.

Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Sarah Teti
2026-07-24 18:30 - 21:30 | Cherry Street Park, 59 E Cherry Street, Rahway, 07065, United States
Sarah Teti is an independent alternative folk/singer-songwriter whose music is available on streaming platforms including Apple Music, including her 2022 album Girl Will Run and singles Drink Up, Prayer for Sinead, and the 2026 single Borrowed Time.
Active in the New Jersey music scene, she has listings for live shows at venues such as Gladstone Tavern and Terhune Orchards.
In case of rain, the show will move over to Wet Ticket Brewery, located at 1435 Main Street.

Rahway Recreation Presents: AB Salute House
2026-07-25 16:00 - 21:00 | Rahway Recreation Center, 3 City Hall Plaza, Rahway, NJ, 07065
Today is the day for some serious dancing! The Deep House Sessions features: DJ Sres, Susan Esthera, Soulful Messiah and DJ Bridge. Raindate August 1.

A Diverse Mix of Live Music: Mystic Twang
2026-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Arts District Park, Central Ave. & Irving St., Rahway, NJ, 07065
Mystic Twang is a New Jersey based band led by musician Colin McKay. Their sound is a blend of Americana, folk, blues and classic rock influences, featuring original material and reworked covers.
Channeling artists like Creedence Clearwater Revival, Tom Petty, with a sprinkle of ZZ Top, they play a lively bar-band/festival vibe.
Come out and support live music! Eat, Drink, and Dance!

Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Mourning Coffee
2026-07-31 18:30 - 21:30 | Cherry Street Park, 59 E Cherry Street, Rahway, 07065, United States
Mourning Coffee is the moniker for New Jersey-based indie artist and singer-songwriter Christian Diana. Hailing from Morristown, NJ, his sound is a blend of “sad coffee shop music” and “goth-folk”. He recently released his album, A Slow Hearse Leaves Everyone Yearning.
In the event of rain, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewery located at 1435 Main Street.
