June–Sept
Various Times
Downtown Rahway
Enjoy original music and select covers performed by regional musicians from New Jersey and New York City, featuring seasoned performers and fresh, local talent. Over time, the series has become a downtown favorite, offering a range of genres to suit a variety of musical tastes.
Bring a lawn chair, a friend, or a neighbor and settle in for an evening of open-air music. All events are free, located within easy walking distance of the train station, and surrounded by a variety of local restaurants and eateries nearby.
Cherry Street Park (59 E. Cherry Street)
Rahway’s River Goddess Mural is a backdrop to intimate acoustic solo and duo performances on Fridays throughout summer. See the full schedule of performances below.
The Arts District Park
Located at the corner of Irving Street and Central Avenue (across from Union County Performing Arts Center) bands perform their brand of funk, rock, blues and jazz on Saturday evenings. See the full schedule of performances below.
Mayor's Summer Concert Series
Free concerts, rain or shine, 7:30pm in front of the UCPAC
Stay tuned for more information.
August 7
NJ Live — Michael Jackson Tribute
August 14
We May Be Right — Billy Joel Tribute
August 21
Frankie Negrón — Salsa Music
August 28
DJ Funk Flex & DJ Nick Scalici
Live at Cherry Street Park
Live performances, Fridays at 6:30–9:30pm
May 29
Touch of Red
June 12
James Matheson
June 26
Baby Maurice
July 10
Steve Beal
July 17
Bob O’Hagan & Friends
July 24
Sarah Teti
July 31
Mourning Coffee
August 7
Ian & Gordon
August 14
Danny Vargas
August 21
Lydia Crown
August 28
Sherin
September 11
Al Reynolds
Rahway Arts District Park
Live performances, Saturdays at 6:00–8:00pm
June 13
James Popik & Supernova 4
June 20
Suburban Legend
June 27
Joe Boris & the Fun Time
July 11
Lockdown Lucy
July 18
The ScioS Bros with NoName James
July 25
Mystic Twang
August 1
Soultron
August 8
Framework
August 15
Jivestock
August 22
Gypsy Funk Squad
August 29
Deadicated
September 12
Lonesome Pines
Parking
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