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Upcoming Events

May 17 to May 19

Stress Factory Comedy Club - Donnell Rawlings

Donnell Rawlings is an overnight success a decade in the making. You’ve seen him on Comedy Central’s award winning and critically celebrated Chappelle’s Show as ‘Ashy Larry’, the 70’s jheri...

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Sat May 18

Amos Lee Transmissions Tour with Julia Pratt

One of the shining stars of modern folk, Amos Lee creates the rare kind of music that’s emotionally raw yet touched with a certain magical quality. On his eighth album...

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Sat May 18

American Hungarian Foundation - Hungarian Heritage Night

Join the American Heritage Foundation for an evening of baseball at Patriot Stadium with Seven Tribesmen beer, food by Euro Dough, the Hungarian Heritage Podcast, ReConnect Hungary and AHF! Special...

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Sun May 19

MERCADO ESPERANZA - SPRING MERCADO

A family-friendly community festival celebrating the food, arts, and culture of New Brunswick and its diverse Latino community. BROUGHT TO YOU BY META (MERCADO ESPERANZA TRADE ASSOCIATION) & NEW...

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Sun May 19

Zimmerli Art Museum - Último Domingo (Last Sunday)

Desplázate hacia abajo para ver la traducción en español. Último Domingo (Last Sunday) is a new series celebrating Latinx culture and invites bilingual communities to come together through the experience...

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Apr 8 to Jun 17

George Street Playhouse - Adult Improv Classes

Unleash your creativity, boost your energy, and flex those quick-thinking muscles in a playful and energetic environment. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned performer, our classes are designed to help...

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Apr 8 to Jun 17

ADULT ACTING CLASS II "Monolouge & Scene Work"

Taking acting classes can be an excellent way to continue honing your skills after initial training or experience. Our Spring Adult Acting class focuses on technique, character development, script analysis,...

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World Class Live Entertainment

City Center's Theatre District is NJ's premier destination for performing arts and entertainment. Over 350,000/yr. from the tri-state area attend outstanding events featuring international orchestras, Broadway musicals, world-class dance, pop concerts, and more.

Flourishing Arts & Culture

Start your journey by appreciating world-class art and exhibits at some of our impressive museums and galleries. Engage in global art through workshops, classes, and gallery talks at some of the largest and most distinguished cultural venues.

Paint the Town Scarlet Red

Founded before the nation, Rutgers University-New Brunswick is a proud member of the Association of American Universities, a Big Ten school, and the flagship of The State University of New Jersey. These are exciting times at Rutgers and we look forward to sharing them with all.

A Sensational Selection

City Center is home to over 50 restaurants and eateries that constitute a diverse mix of international cuisines and colorful ambiances to pair with all tastes. From fast casual to fine dining - familiar and delicious to complex and extraordinary, City Center chefs are constantly introducing new flavors into their menus.

Good People, Good Times

Take in a Rutgers game or hit a live music hot-spot. City Center's nightlife scene is as diverse & dynamic as the city itself. From dance clubs to comedy clubs and gastropubs to traditional Irish pubs you're guaranteed to have fun doing it your way. 

At the Heart of Healthcare

The state's premier "Healthcare City" is home to numerous world-renowned hospitals & research institutions, RU, and the world headquarters of J&J. Innovative medical technology and treatments discovered here are advancing healthcare on a global scale.

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Central to Great Destinations

Raritan River New Brunswick

You've heard the hype, but now experience the reality - New Jersey's 130 miles of coastline, from Sandy Hook to Cape May offers a multitude ...

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Rich in Our Country's History

One of the nation's first public readings of The Declaration of Independence took place in New Brunswick on July 9, 1776. In the days following ...

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2023/2024 – Rutgers, Here We Come!

Rutgers Visitor Guide

Get ready for an exciting year at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, the largest campus of Rutgers, The State University of New JerseyThe 2023/24 Rutgers Visitors Guide ...

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