New Brunswick Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in New Brunswick, NJ, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 14, 2026
Events take place across New Brunswick throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 161 Upcoming Events
- 2 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
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- All Events 161
- concerts 15
- broadway 82
- Live Shows 106
- comedy 40
- family 10
- This Weekend 2
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Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Nov 14, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — CHILDREN / FAMILY, Weekend Event: CoComelon Live! at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $42, Avg. price ~ $60, Tickets Available: 239. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: The Hip Hop Nutcracker at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $82, Avg. price ~ $127, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Vic DiBitetto at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 37. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: A Christmas Story at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $94, Avg. price ~ $250, Tickets Available: 358. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 9:30 PM Fri — COMEDY: Vic DiBitetto at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $87, Tickets Available: 34. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: The Day Players at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $97, Avg. price ~ $112, 7 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Story at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $102, Avg. price ~ $259, Tickets Available: 324. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Vic DiBitetto at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $97, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Story at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $112, Avg. price ~ $400, Tickets Available: 177. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 9:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Vic DiBitetto at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $79, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Story at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $144, Avg. price ~ $421, Tickets Available: 159. Select Seats
- Nov 23, 2026, 7:00 PM Mon — CLASSICAL: Glenn Miller Orchestra at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $92, Avg. price ~ $331, Tickets Available: 123. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 4:30 PM Fri — THEATRE, High Demand: A Magical Cirque Christmas at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $65, Avg. price ~ $207, Tickets Available: 283. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Big Jay Oakerson at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $106, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — THEATRE, High Demand: A Magical Cirque Christmas at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $65, Avg. price ~ $210, Tickets Available: 334. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 9:30 PM Fri — COMEDY: Big Jay Oakerson at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $106, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Big Jay Oakerson at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $116, Avg. price ~ $144, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 9:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Big Jay Oakerson at Stress Factory Comedy Club - New Brunswick,
90 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $106, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — Celtic, Weekend Event: The Irish Tenors at State Theatre - New Jersey • 1827 seats,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $62, Avg. price ~ $240, Tickets Available: 241. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: 2 Pianos 4 Hands at Arthur Laurents Theater at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center,
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
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From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across New Brunswick. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in New Brunswick right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. New Brunswick rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in New Brunswick?
Yeah — New Brunswick doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in New Brunswick?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across New Brunswick, NJ. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.