Events
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2026 Rose Day Festival
Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden 156 Mettlers Road, Somerset, United StatesSaturday, June 6, 2026 11:00am - 5:00pm (Rain or Shine) Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden Parking Lot A, 156 Mettlers Road, Somerset, NJ 908 722-1200 Ext. 5721 Featuring: Activity station for kids, live music, artisan craft vendors, food trucks, rose plants for sale, picnicking on the lawn, and more! 11:00am - 12:30pm | Borderline (Bluegrass Trio) 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Zydeco-a-Go-Go (Zydeco & Cajun) 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Akeylah Simone (R&B, Rock & Jazz) ~Note that pets are not permitted in the Rose Garden~ FREE ADMISSION (Donations kindly appreciated) In collaboration with the Delaware & Raritan State Park & Commission
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2026 Summer Stage Concert Series
Main Street - Somerville NJ, United StatesDowntown Somerville’s signature live music series brings talented local and regional bands to Division Street. From rock and soul to acoustic and indie performances, the concerts create a vibrant, festival-like atmosphere that boosts traffic for nearby restaurants and shops each weekend. May 23 - September 5, 2026 6PM - 9PM (Saturday's)
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Underground – BEACH, PLEASE
Village Brewing Company 34 West Main Street, Somerville, NJ, United StatesSATURDAY, JUNE 6TH PRIDE MONTH IS HERE! We're kicking off Pride month with a beach-themed drag party! Drag performances by: @jhdiamondz , @miss.indie.lusion , and @ihatehuntyhex Music by: @itsayashesfrench , @mike_foch , and @kevinpnuez Tickets on Posh.vip (Link in Bio)
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Turkish Festival
TurkishFest is a two-day cultural festival celebrating Turkish food, art and community, hosted by Central Jersey Community Center in Somerset, New Jersey. Previously scheduled for May 23-24, the festival has been rescheduled to June 6-7 due to weather conditions. Attendees can enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine including Adana Kebab, Shish Kebab, Chicken Shish Kebab, Cag Kebab, Gyro-Doner Kebab, Turkish Vegan Cig Kofte, Kunefe, Baklava, and much more. The festival also features live concerts, traditional dances, performing arts, a kids' train ride, playground, cultural dialog booths, and traditional crafts. Admission and parking are free.
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2026 International Street Fair
Main Street - Somerville NJ, United StatesA full-day celebration of global cultures featuring international food vendors, artisan crafts, live performances, cultural demonstrations, sidewalk sales, and family activities. Thousands of attendees visit Downtown Somerville for this high-energy festival, making it one of the borough’s largest annual events. Entertainment Schedule: 12:15-DeLaVida 1:00- Black Belt World 1:30- The Verdict 2:45- Lynn Academy of Irish Dance 3:30- Grupo Folklore Latam 4:00- Zawadi African Dance & Drum, Inc 4:30- Rhythmic Arts Center 5:00- Center for Cultural & Creative Exchange
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Special Sunday Hours Throughout 2026
Van Veghten House 9 Van Veghten Dr, Bridgewater, United StatesTo mark the Semiquincentennial of the American Revolution, the Somerset County Historical Society will open our doors on the first Sunday of every month starting in May 2026, providing more chances for the community to explore and engage with local history.
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