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SUMMARY:UCPAC Presents: The Dark Crystal & Labyrinth - A Double Feature in 35mm
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking for a Sunday afternoon treat don’t miss two cult classics from puppeteer Jim Henson and Frank Oz. Then follow the labyrinth featuring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly! For more information and tickets go to: https://ucpac.vbotickets.com/event/THE_DARK_CRYSTAL_AND_LABYRINTH_35MM_DOUBLE_FEATURE/188417?ref=
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/ucpac-presents-the-dark-crystal-labyrinth-a-double-feature-in-35mm
LOCATION:Union County Performing Arts Center\, 1601 Irving Street\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065
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SUMMARY:Cherry St Soiree en Blanc: Registration Opens
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand the Cherry Street Soiree en Blanc returns on August 30th 2026\, 7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Registration for tables opens today\, August 3rd. (*NOTE* The link will not activate until 8/3/26 @ 9:00 a.m.) https://rahwayishappening.com/soiree \nWear your finest whites. Decorate and set up your table as the music begins at 5:00 p.m. Order from your favorite local eatery or peruse the menus available on Rahway is Happening/soiree offering group order discounts available from select Rahway restaurants. Free parking is available at the Broad St. Lot B – behind Columbia Bank. Rain Date is September 6th. \n 
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/cherry-st-soiree-en-blanc-registration-opens
LOCATION:NJ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T190000
DTSTAMP:20260723T165609Z
CREATED:20260723T164931Z
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SUMMARY:National Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Join local law enforcement agencies and Rahway’s finest as they celebrate working together to make our community safer. Learn about city departments that provide the services that keep Rahway strong and add to the quality of life. Sample free ice cream and hot dogs while taking aim to plunge your favorite officials into the dunk tank. Games are available for the kids\, photo ops and more.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/national-night-out-2
LOCATION:Rahway Train Station Plaza\, Corner of E. Milton Ave. & Irving St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T142659Z
CREATED:20260611T142331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T142659Z
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Summer Concert Series: Featuring Mi Gente
DESCRIPTION:Mi Gente Live Latin Pop Show.  Rain or Shine! In the event of rain\, the show moves inside to the theater.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/mayors-summer-concert-series-5
LOCATION:In Front of UCPAC\, 1601 Iving Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T213000
DTSTAMP:20260722T193351Z
CREATED:20260515T140524Z
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SUMMARY:Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Ian & Gordon
DESCRIPTION:Ian McBride’s musical vocabulary is steeped in the jam-band genre. Listen closely and you’ll hear a touch of the Grateful Dead\, Phish\, and the Band. Ian’s acoustic-folk performances captivate audiences with lyrical storytelling from songs he pulls from his repertoire. \nIn case of rain\, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewing located around the corner at 1435 Main Street.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/live-at-cherry-street-park-featuring-ian-gordon
LOCATION:Cherry Street Park\, 59 E Cherry Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T143028Z
CREATED:20260515T163423Z
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SUMMARY:A Diverse Mix of Live Music: featuring Framework
DESCRIPTION:Framework is a Central New Jersey acoustic jazz ensemble led by guitarist Joseph Frame. The group has been active since the mid-1990s\, performing throughout New Jersey\, New York\, and Pennsylvania. The music is spellbinding with bossa nova and gypsy jazz stylings as well as standards from the Great American Songbook.\nThe ensemble is known for their “beautiful music” which is “elegantly performed”. \nThe Mayor’s Music Series features an array of talented local musicians. Come out and dance\, bring a picnic or take out from a nearby restaurant and enjoy the show.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/a-diverse-mix-of-live-music-featuring-soultron-2
LOCATION:Arts District Park\, Central Ave. & Irving St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T132943Z
CREATED:20260727T132543Z
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SUMMARY:Butch Kowal's Tavern presents: Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:All are invited. Bring your instrument\, bring your voice\, bring your support of live music.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/butch-kowals-tavern-presents-open-mic-night-6/2026-08-12
LOCATION:Butch Kowal’s Tavern\, 950 St Georges Avenue\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Summer Concert Series: featuring Niko Moon
DESCRIPTION:High Energy Country comes to Rahway. Rain or Shine – the show goes on. Concert will move into UCPAC in the event of rain.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/mayors-summer-concert-series-featuring-niko-moon
LOCATION:In Front of UCPAC\, 1601 Iving Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T213000
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SUMMARY:Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Danny Vargas
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn case of rain\, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewing located around the corner at 1435 Main Street.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/live-at-cherry-street-park-featuring-danny-vargas
LOCATION:Cherry Street Park\, 59 E Cherry Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T142316Z
CREATED:20260515T163542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T142316Z
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SUMMARY:A Diverse Mix of Live Music: featuring Jivestock
DESCRIPTION: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! \nJivestock has appeared at regional NJ events including the Bayonne Hometown Fair and is regularly featured at local venues such as Butch Kowal’s Tavern and Wet Ticket. The Mayor’s Music Series features an array of talented local musicians. Come out and dance\, bring a picnic or just stop by for a moment to listen.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/a-diverse-mix-of-live-music-featuring-soultron-3
LOCATION:Arts District Park\, Central Ave. & Irving St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260721T144936Z
CREATED:20260715T152251Z
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SUMMARY:Union County Performing Arts Center Presents: Petflix\, The Secret Life of Pets
DESCRIPTION: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!\nThis free event is presented by UCPAC in partnership with Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe\, The City of Rahway\, and the Rahway Special Improvement District. Rain date is Saturday\, August 29th. For more information visit: PETFLIX – THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS – FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/union-county-performing-arts-center-presents-petflix-a-free-pet-friendly-outdoor-movie-at-the-hamilton-street-lot
LOCATION:Hamilton Street Lot\, 360 Hamilton Street\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260730T152117Z
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SUMMARY:Melao Cafe & Creamery Presents: What's the Word - featuring Christabel Cruz
DESCRIPTION:Join ACP Arts every 3rd Saturday for a night of poetry\, spoken word\, music and a little friendly competition. DJ Mega sets the beat. \n 
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/melao-cafe-creamery-presents-whats-the-word-3
LOCATION:Melao Cafe & Creamery\, 1425 Irving Street\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T190000
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Summer Concert Series: featuring DJ Drewski
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dance under the summer sky. Live Hip Hop Party time.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/mayors-summer-concert-series-featuring-dj-drewski
LOCATION:In Front of UCPAC\, 1601 Iving Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260722T193250Z
CREATED:20260515T141129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T193250Z
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SUMMARY:Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Lydia Crown
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn case of rain\, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewing located around the corner at 1435 Main Street.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/live-at-cherry-street-park-featuring-lydia-crown
LOCATION:Cherry Street Park\, 59 E Cherry Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T140957Z
CREATED:20260515T163628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T140957Z
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SUMMARY:A Diverse Mix of Live Music: featuring Gypsy Funk Squad
DESCRIPTION:Gypsy Funk Squad is a New Jersey-based world fusion/funk/ party band that mixes music from multiple cultures with high-energy danceable grooves. \nCome out and dance\, bring a picnic or take out from a nearby eatery or just stop by for a moment to listen.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/a-diverse-mix-of-live-music-featuring-soultron-4
LOCATION:Arts District Park\, Central Ave. & Irving St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T132943Z
CREATED:20260727T132543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T132943Z
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SUMMARY:Butch Kowal's Tavern presents: Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:All are invited. Bring your instrument\, bring your voice\, bring your support of live music.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/butch-kowals-tavern-presents-open-mic-night-6/2026-08-26
LOCATION:Butch Kowal’s Tavern\, 950 St Georges Avenue\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T144732Z
CREATED:20260611T144455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T144732Z
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Summer Concert Series: All-4-One
DESCRIPTION:Closing out the summer concert series\, please welcome Grammy winning American R & B\, Pop musicians Jamie Jones\, Delious Kennedy\, Alfred Nevarez and Tony Borowiak.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/mayors-summer-concert-series-all-4-one
LOCATION:In Front of UCPAC\, 1601 Iving Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T213000
DTSTAMP:20260722T193159Z
CREATED:20260515T141312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T193159Z
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SUMMARY:Live at Cherry Street Park: featuring Sherin
DESCRIPTION: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 two decades in the tri state area and beyond. \nIn case of rain\, the show will move to Wet Ticket Brewing located around the corner at 1435 Main Street. \n 
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/live-at-cherry-street-park-featuring-sherin
LOCATION:Cherry Street Park\, 59 E Cherry Street\, Rahway\, 07065\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T135959Z
CREATED:20260515T163910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T135959Z
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SUMMARY:A Diverse Mix of Live Music: featuring Deadicated
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe Mayor’s Music Series features an array of talented local musicians. Come out and dance\, bring a picnic or just stop by for a moment to listen.
URL:https://rahwayishappening.com/event/a-diverse-mix-of-live-music-featuring-deadicated
LOCATION:Arts District Park\, Central Ave. & Irving St.\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065
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