Celebrate the season as the legendary New Orleans Preservation Hall Jazz Band returns with its Creole Christmas concert. The legendary band and NoLa staple band performs New Orleans classics as well as some of our best-loved holiday selections with a twist.
Since 1965, the OCC Foundation has proudly served the Ocean County College community, supporting thousands of deserving students. Over the past 60 years, we’ve awarded over $22 million in scholarships and special program funding. Your generosity continues to make a lasting impact, supporting initiatives like the Helping Hands Food Pantry, the Blauvelt Speaker Series, the […]
Kick off the holiday season with an incredible night of music from four world-renowned artists performing their hits and holiday songs! Featuring two-time Grammy Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Peabo Bryson (“Tonight I Celebrate My Love,” “Whole New World,”); two-time Grammy Award winner Sheena Easton (“Morning Train,” “Strut,” “Almost Over You”); American Idol […]
International multi-platinum selling superstar LeAnn Rimes (“How Do I Live,” “Blue,” “Can’t Fight the Moonlight”) has won two Grammy® Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards, two World Music Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards, two Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award. At 14, she became the youngest recipient to take home a “Best […]
🎤 Featured Event Spotlight: Christian Nodal - Gira 2025 Explore New Jersey: Your Essential Gateway to Garden State Experiences! Welcome to the ultimate guide for discovering the vibrant heart of the Garden State! The Explore New Jersey Directory is meticulously designed to connect you with premier events, captivating attractions, and the exceptional local businesses that […]
Make your list and check it twice! This holiday concert is more than just nice!! A Peter White Christmas with Mindi Abair and Vincent Ingala is coming to town. Contemporary jazz lovers eagerly await this annual fun filled concert, which has packed fans into halls and arenas coast-to-coast year after year. Peter White is an […]
The Irish Tenors — Declan Kelly, Anthony Kearns and Ronan Tynan — have been the acknowledged Celtic music kings since they burst upon the scene in the 1980s. With ten best-selling CDs to their credit, The Irish Tenors have delighted audiences all over the world and are among the most successful acts in PBS history.
📅White Eagle Hall – Golden Smog Live in Jersey City Event Date: Friday, December 5, 2025Location: White Eagle Hall, Jersey City, NJDoors Open: 7:00 PM | Showtime: 8:00 PMAges: 18+ | Status: Sold Out Golden Smog, the legendary supergroup rooted in the Minneapolis music scene of the late 1980s, brings its rare live performance to […]
White Eagle Hall – ONE PACT: The New Wave 2025 North America Tour Event Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025Venue: White Eagle Hall, Jersey City, NJDoors Open: 5:30 PM | Showtime: 6:00 PMTickets: General Admission $66.18 (limit 10 per customer) Global K-pop sensation ONE PACT (원팩트) is bringing their highly anticipated New Wave 2025 North America […]
New Jersey Ballet’s beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score. Ages 4+ Running Time: 2 hours including one intermission New Jersey Ballet’s Nutcracker is the longest running original professional production in the state. The production debuted in Millburn in 1971 with the international […]
Yates Musical Theatre for Children returns for another year of tradition with A Christmas Carol. This show is a musical adaptation of the tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who hated Christmas. On Christmas Eve, three ghosts take him on a journey. During his nighttime reflection into the past, the present, and the future, he […]
Come along for an unforgettable evening of music, cheer, and holiday spirit as the OCC Concert Band presents The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. This festive concert brings together a dazzling collection of your favorite seasonal tunes performed by the talented members of the OCC Concert Band. From classic carols to contemporary arrangements, plus […]
The Squirrel Nut Zippers bring their joyous, raucous Christmas CaravanTour back again performing all of the hits from Holidays past. From heartwarming ballads to boisterous dance tunes, the band conjures an atmosphere nestled somewhere between the wondrous lights of Christmas and the backroom din of a speakeasy. This show is a must-see for any true […]
Spend the holidays with platinum-selling and Grammy-nominated singer and actor Chris Isaak and his longtime band Silvertone, performing music from his Christmas album Everybody Knows It’s Christmas as well as his many hits from his 40-year career.
The Atlanta Rhythm Section… ARS… In the annals of rock and roll, where do they fit? They put out 15 albums of excellent original material and consistently put on entertaining live shows-both of which helped establish a broad if not huge fan base. They had some big hits and have been a major player in […]
Embrace the holiday spirit with A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS, a variety show full of nostalgia, charm, and awe-inspiring performances for all ages. Get ready to be dazzled, enchanted, and filled with holiday cheer as you witness the incredible talents of world-class entertainers performing to your favorite holiday music. Celebrate the magic of the season with the […]
Event Date: Saturday, December 7, 2025Location: Prudential Center, Newark, NJ Experience world-class tennis live at A Racquet at The Rock, New Jersey’s premier tennis exhibition bringing top-ranked players to the iconic Prudential Center. This inaugural event celebrates the sport and pays tribute to New Jersey’s rich tennis history, offering fans an unforgettable evening of high-level […]
Whiskey Myers & Friends: A Genre-Bending Live Experience in New Jersey Prepare for an electrifying night of raw, authentic music as the renowned genre-bending band Whiskey Myers brings their captivating live show to New Jersey! Since their emergence in 2007, this dynamic group has honed their craft through nearly 3,000 live performances, building an ever-growing […]
Join us at Skylands Stadium on Tuesday August 12th, 2025, at 7:05 PM for the Miners Reading Program Celebration! Schools from across northern New Jersey will come together for a night of fun, recognition, and baseball as we celebrate students' dedication to reading throughout the school year. Bring your teachers, classmates, and families to enjoy […]
“Why see a show when you can BE the show!” Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs of all […]
Engelbert Humperdinck “A Winter World of Love” A Night of Holiday Classics & Greatest Hits Celebrate the season with the unmistakable voice of Engelbert Humperdinck in a special holiday concert that blends his timeless hits with beloved holiday classics. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering him for the first time, this festive evening promises […]
Experience the magic of the holidays with Michael Feinstein, the Grammy-nominated guardian of the Great American Songbook. In a captivating multimedia performance, Feinstein breathes new life into cherished holiday classics and timeless standards – from "White Christmas" and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" to "The Christmas Song" and poignant gems like "Somewhere" and "You'll […]
As a frontrunner to the 50th Anniversary for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers FOREIGNER, the band is excited to announce the September 12, 2025 release of extensive super deluxe editions of its 1981 smash multi-Platinum album 4. Recorded at the famed Electric Lady Studios in New York City alongside respected music producer Mutt Lange […]
Frontiers is the world’s number one tribute to Journey. These five talented, skilled, renowned NYC area musicians recreate the music of Journey to perfection, note for note – every nuance, every iconic riff, all the feels. Frontiers covers all the greatest hits of Journey, taking you back to the late 70’s during Journey’s magical inception […]
Born in the Philippines and raised in California, JR De Guzman began performing comedy while working as a music teacher, which he quickly learned just meant teaching Taylor Swift songs to teenagers. He has entertained all over the world, having performed for Stand-Up Tokyo and ROR Comedy in Japan, the Jokers Ball in Indonesia, the […]
As a frontrunner to the 50th Anniversary for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers FOREIGNER, the band is excited to announce the September 12, 2025 release of extensive super deluxe editions of its 1981 smash multi-Platinum album 4. Recorded at the famed Electric Lady Studios in New York City alongside respected music producer Mutt Lange […]
It’s another year of the rousing review that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year: Broadway for the Holidays 5! Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before. Join OCC students and community members for a journey through the beloved songs and timeless […]
New Jersey Ballet’s beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by New Jersey Symphony. Ages 4+
The Sensational Soul Cruisers are not just another 11-man vocal harmony group with horns. While it is still sometimes possible to find a band featuring a similar line up of instruments, it is unlikely that you will ever find another that performs with as much energy, passion, and talent as these guys. From their humble […]
LAR ENTERPRISES PRESENTS HOLIDAY DOO-WOP AT bergenPAC This rendition of Holiday Doo Wop features: Jay Siegel’s Tokens – “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” Chris Montez – “Let’s Dance” Joey Dee – “Peppermint Twist” Brian Hyland – “Sealed With a Kiss” The Excellents – “Coney Island Baby” The Fireflies “You Were Mine” A cappella by Classic Sounds […]
Join Ballet for Young Audiences as they present another year of this Grunin Center holiday tradition. This child-friendly production of The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, the favorite godchild of Herr Drosselmeyer, a mysterious clockmaker who helps to transport Clara and her Nutcracker Prince to a special realm. This condensed version of the ballet […]
It’s another year of the rousing review that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year: Broadway for the Holidays 5! Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before. Join OCC students and community members for a journey through the beloved songs and timeless […]
Join Ballet for Young Audiences as they present another year of this Grunin Center holiday tradition. This child-friendly production of The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, the favorite godchild of Herr Drosselmeyer, a mysterious clockmaker who helps to transport Clara and her Nutcracker Prince to a special realm. This condensed version of the ballet […]
Get ready for an unapologetically unfiltered night of laughs when the Unsubscribe Podcast takes the stage for a special live show on The Geneva Suggestion Tour. This one-of-a-kind event brings together the show’s four outrageously entertaining hosts — Eli Doubletap, Brandon Herrera, Donut Operator, and The Fat Electrician — for an evening of off-the-cuff humor, […]
Sal “The Voice” Valentinetti, Heidi Klum’s unforgettable 2016 Golden Buzzer recipient and finalist of America’s Got Talent, is an Italian-American crooner known best for his flawless vocals, larger than life personality, and his heart of gold. Born August 26, 1995, Sal was raised in the small town of Bethpage, New York where he still resides […]
It’s another year of the rousing review that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year: Broadway for the Holidays 5! Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before. Join OCC students and community members for a journey through the beloved songs and timeless […]
For four decades, Cherish the Ladies has been one of the world’s most celebrated Irish music ensembles, capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide with their exhilarating blend of traditional Irish music, captivating vocals, and dynamic step dancing. As the Boston Globe puts it: “It is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn’t enjoy what […]
Bah! Humbug! One of the greatest stories in the history of English literature, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol has enchanted audiences the world over and become a best beloved Christmas tradition for families everywhere. This powerful tale of redemption follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his epic journey from nasty curmudgeon to benevolent saint. CMI Entertainment, in […]
The Maccabeats have entertained and inspired hundreds of audiences worldwide, from Alabama to New Zealand and everywhere in between. Using nothing more than the unadulterated human voice, a clean-cut presentation, and a little Jewish humor, this unique group of singers connects with fans of all backgrounds and ages. Originally formed in 2007 as Yeshiva University’s student […]
It’s another year of the rousing review that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year: Broadway for the Holidays 5! Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before. Join OCC students and community members for a journey through the beloved songs and timeless […]
Catch Country Superstar Chris Young's "It Must Be Christmas Acoustic Tour" at the Wellmont Theatre! Get ready for a night of incredible music with one of country's most enduring stars, Chris Young. With a career spanning nearly two decades, this prolific hitmaker has cemented his place as a country music powerhouse. He's a member of […]
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening (JBLZE) comes to the Wellmont Theatre in Montclair Experience the timeless music of Led Zeppelin reimagined with power, passion, and authenticity when Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening (JBLZE) comes to the Wellmont Theatre in Montclair on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show starting at […]
It’s another year of the rousing review that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year: Broadway for the Holidays 5! Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before. Join OCC students and community members for a journey through the beloved songs and timeless […]
Since 1998, the Bessie Award-nominated company Darrah Carr Dance has created a sensational and unique blend of traditional Irish step and contemporary dance. The company draws from Irish music, step dance footwork, and spatial patterns to create high-energy, rhythmically based work that is accessible to a broad audience. Recent New York City performance highlights include: […]
Streetlight Manifesto Live in Concert Get ready for a hometown celebration when Streetlight Manifesto returns to New Jersey for a massive live show at Starland Ballroom on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the band hitting the stage at 8:00 PM. What started as a one-off project in New Brunswick has […]
Rolling Stone Magazine has proclaimed Darlene Love to be “one of the greatest singers of all time” and that certainly rings true, but perhaps Paul Shaffer says it even more concisely: “Darlene Love is Rock N’ Roll!” – which was made official when she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by […]
It’s another year of the rousing review that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year: Broadway for the Holidays 5! Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before. Join OCC students and community members for a journey through the beloved songs and timeless […]
Jessica Lynn’s record-breaking and award-winning “A Very Merry Classic Christmas” has become agenuine holiday tradition, rivaling, and even eclipsing some of the biggest Christmas spectaculars.Touring nationwide, this fun-filled,interactive family sleigh ride through the most wonderful time ofthe year was named by press as the “#1 Great Thing to do in The Hudson Valley for The […]
Comedian Joe Matarese grew up in the South Jersey/Philadelphia area and his comedy has a very strong connection to where he comes from. Joe’s connection is so connected to that area these days that he titled his current comedy tour It’s In The Wooder. People from the area know what that means, and if you […]
Magical Mystery Doors – A Tribute to The Beatles, Led Zeppelin & The Doors 📍 Levoy Theatre, Millville, NJ📅 Saturday, December 27, 2025⏰ Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00 PM🎟️ Tickets: $44–$54 (all fees included)🍸 Vaudeville Bar opens at 6:00 PM Get ready for an unforgettable night of music as Magical Mystery Doors brings together […]
Giants vs. Cowboys This game will be held on either Saturday, January 3 or Sunday, January 4. Date and time to be confirmed by the NFL at a later date in the season.
You’ve seen him on America’s Got Talent, Jimmy Fallon, Masters of Illusion, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us! This family–friendly spectacular starring illusionist Leon Etienne features incredible illusions, award-winning sleight of hand and hilarious comedy. This show is an immersive experience that brings joy, laughter and wonder when the world needs it most!