Kenilworth Fire Department & Rescue Squad Carnival — Aug 10 to 15
David Brearley Middle & High School, 401 Monroe Ave, Kenilworth

The Kenilworth Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad kick off their annual carnival today, with rides, games, food, and a beer garden all week. Weeknight hours run 6:30 to 10:30 PM, with Saturday running 6 to 11 PM.

Hot Summer Nights Concert Series: Honest Wagner — 7:00 PM
Village Green, 356 Broad Street, Summit

Bring a blanket or lawn chair for a free night of country music on the Village Green, with food trucks and free ice cream courtesy of Investors Bank.

Family Fun and Flix: A Minecraft Movie — Festivities 7:30 PM, movie at dusk
Warinanco Park, Roselle/Elizabeth

Grab a blanket or a lawn chair for a free outdoor movie night at Warinanco Park, with an ice cream truck on hand while you wait for the sun to go down.

Summer Entertainment Series: Epic Soul — 7:00–8:30 PM
Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, Linden

The City of Linden's free summer concert series continues with a night of music from Epic Soul at the Promenade. Free to attend, with seating first come, first served.

Sound Bath Meditation — 5:30–6:30 PM
ParkLife at The Park, 200 Connell Drive, Berkeley Heights

Unwind with an immersive sound meditation featuring crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other soothing instruments designed to promote deep relaxation.

Butch Kowal’s Tavern Open Mic Night — 7:00–10:00 PM
Butch Kowal’s Tavern, 950 St Georges Ave, Rahway

Bring an instrument or just your voice for a night of live, local music at this Rahway tavern.

Niko Moon: Mayor’s Concert Series — 7:00–9:00 PM
UCPAC Main Stage, 1601 Irving St, Rahway

High energy country music comes to UCPAC’s Main Stage for a free outdoor concert, rain or shine.

Twilight Disciples: Sweet Summer Sounds Concert — 6:00–9:00 PM
Quimby St, Westfield

Downtown Westfield’s summer concert series continues with a night of pop and rock hits. Free and open to everyone.

The U.S. Space Force: Guarding the Final Frontier — 8:30–9:30 PM
William Miller Sperry Observatory, 1033 Springfield Avenue, Cranford

Learn about the U.S. Space Force and its role in protecting U.S. interests in space. The observatory is open from 7:30–10:30 PM, with telescope viewing after the talk, weather permitting. Free admission and parking.

Anime Night Westfield — Doors 6:00 PM, cosplay contest 9:00 PM
YESTERcades, 151 E. Broad St, Westfield

YESTERcades teams up with Anime NYC for a night of cosplay, arcade games, and a costume contest with prizes. Check link for the latest details.

Live at Cherry Street Park: Danny Vargas — 6:30–9:30 PM
Cherry Street Park, 59 E Cherry St, Rahway

Rahway’s own Danny Vargas brings a mix of funk, soul, and pop to Cherry Street Park for a free evening of live music.

Scotch Plains Farmers Market — 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
430 Park Avenue (Municipal Parking Lot), Scotch Plains

Local produce, baked goods, and Jersey Fresh favorites fill the municipal lot for this weekly market, now in its 34th year. Rain or shine.

Queen City Street Fair — 4:00–11:00 PM
BLM City Hall, 515 Watchung Ave, Plainfield

Plainfield’s Love Plainfield campaign presents a street fair with rides, games, and food trucks for the whole family. Check link for the latest details.

Petflix: The Secret Life of Pets — 6:00–9:30 PM
Hamilton Stage lot, 360 Hamilton St, Rahway

Bring a chair and your pup to UCPAC’s free, pet friendly outdoor movie night, with pet vendors and food trucks on hand.

A Diverse Mix of Live Music: Jivestock — 6:00–8:00 PM
Arts District Park, Central Ave & Irving St, Rahway

This New Jersey roots and jam band brings blues, country boogie, and Americana to Arts District Park. Free to attend.

“What’s The Word!” Poetry & Open Mic — 6:00–9:00 PM
Melao Cafe & Creamery, 1425 Irving St, Rahway

ACP Arts Ink hosts its monthly night of spoken word and poetry, with an open mic for anyone who wants to share.

Summit Farmers Market — 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Park & Shop Lot #1, DeForest & Woodland Ave, Summit

One of the best farmers markets in the state sets up with local produce, baked goods, and more. Rain or shine.

March to Yorktown Day — 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Mindowaskin Park, 385 East Broad Street, Westfield

Mark the anniversary of the Continental and French troops' 1781 march through Westfield on their way to Yorktown, with Revolutionary War reenactors, fifes and drums, and a ceremony honoring the Washington-Rochambeau Route. Free.

Puppy Yoga Fundraiser — 12:00–1:00 PM
Berkeley Heights YMCA, 59 Locust Ave, Berkeley Heights

Beginner-friendly yoga with adoptable puppies from Home for Good Dog Rescue wandering the room. $35 adults, $25 high school students (16+).

Bearing Witness: Uncovering the Enslaved of Liberty Hall — 1:00–2:00 PM
Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave, Union

A special tour using letters, census records, manumission contracts, and grave sites in Elizabeth to tell the stories of the individuals enslaved at Liberty Hall. Reservations encouraged.

Next Stop Comedy at Untied Brewing Company — Saturday, August 22, seating 7:30 PM / show 8:00 PM
Untied Brewing Company, 140 Spring St. Unit C, New Providence

Get your laughs in early. Headliner Michael Harrison brings his stand-up to Untied Brewing, with support from Sasha Srbulj and Jake Vevera. General admission is $27.

Nature Behind Glass - Discover handcrafted miniature terrariums or join a guided workshop to create your own.

Wear The Whimsy - Shop sustainable fashion and give pre-loved clothing a fresh place in your wardrobe.