New Brunswick, NJ Events: Concerts & Comedy

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New Brunswick's calendar is dominated by live music, with our listings tracking 131 concerts — well over two-thirds of the total — across 174 events.

Stress Factory Comedy Club is by far the busiest venue in our data, followed by State Theatre New Jersey for touring concerts and theatre. College Avenue Gymnasium hosts Rutgers sports, while the Elizabeth Ross Johnson Theater at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center rounds out the city's performing-arts calendar.

Home to Rutgers University, New Brunswick supports a genuinely deep comedy and concert scene anchored by a landmark state theatre.

Every listing links directly to a trusted ticketing partner for live pricing and availability. Browse the calendar below and filter by category or date to plan your visit.

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Concerts
29 events
Theatre
11 events
Sports
9 events
Other
5 events
Movies & Showtimes
38 movies
Venues
7 venues

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What events are happening in New Brunswick?

There are 54+ upcoming events listed in New Brunswick, including 29 concerts, 11 theatre and 9 sports. Browse the full New Brunswick events calendar to filter by date and category.

What movies are playing in New Brunswick right now?

38 movies are now playing in New Brunswick, across 1 theater, including Resident Evil (2026), Practical Magic 2 (2026), Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026). See all New Brunswick movies and showtimes, updated daily.

How do I check movie showtimes in New Brunswick?

Open any movie on StayNxplore to see every New Brunswick theater showing it, grouped by date, with each showtime linking straight to the box office to book tickets. You can also start from a cinema’s own page to see everything screening there. Browse New Brunswick movie showtimes.

Can I book tickets for New Brunswick events on StayNxplore?

Yes. Every event and tour links straight through to a trusted ticketing or booking partner, so you can check live availability and prices and complete a secure checkout. StayNxplore curates and organises the listings; the booking is handled by the official partner.