Cultural Events Calendar

July 3
7:30 pm
FREE CONCERT

Outdoor Concert by Westfield Community Concert Band – the 113th Summer Concert Series

Westfield Community Concert Band presents a free concert in historic Mindowaskin Park, East Broad Street, Westfield. The band will perform contemporary, classical, popular and patriotic selections, including music by Gershwin and favorites from Broadway shows including Hello Dolly, Mame, and Chicago. Lawn chairs and/or blanket are recommended.

In the event of rain, concert is held in the Community Room, at Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad St.

Mindowaskin Park
East Broad Street, Westfield
(Rain location: Community Room, Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad St.)
908-337-9073

Level paths are accessible from Mindowaskin Park Drive.

July 10
7 pm
FREE CONCERT

Irish Music – Land of the Leprechaun

Come hear stories, melodic ballads, pennywhistle tunes, and jigs that reflect everyday Irish life. Lively music performed on a variety of traditional instruments will set your feet to dancing. Presented by Mary Knysh.

Kenilworth Public Library
548 Boulevard, Kenilworth
908-276-2451

Venue is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair entrance via parking lot.

July 10
7:30 pm
FREE CONCERT

Outdoor Concert by Westfield Community Concert Band – the 113th Summer Concert Series

Westfield Community Concert Band presents a free concert in historic Mindowaskin Park, East Broad Street, Westfield. The band will perform contemporary, classical, popular and patriotic selections, including music by Gershwin and favorites from Broadway shows including Hello Dolly, Mame, and Chicago. Lawn chairs and/or blanket are recommended. In the event of rain, concert is held in the Community Room, at Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad St.

Mindowaskin Park
East Broad Street, Westfield
(Rain location: Community Room, Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad St.)
908-337-9073

Level paths are accessible from Mindowaskin Park Drive.

July 15 (raindate July 16)
6:30 – 9:00 pm
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

Jazz & Rock from NJ Workshop for the Arts – Sweet Sounds of Downtown in Westfield

NJ Workshop for the Arts provides Jazz and Rock at the Foundation Park location of Sweet Sounds of Downtown Westfield. Scheduled date is Tuesday, July 15 (rain date iWed., July 16).

Foundation Park
454 South Ave. W, Westfield
9087899696

Outdoor at street level (near the traffic circle)

July 17
7:30 pm
FREE CONCERT

Outdoor Concert by Westfield Community Concert Band – the 113th Summer Concert Series

Westfield Community Concert Band presents the final free concert in historic Mindowaskin Park, East Broad Street, Westfield. The band will perform contemporary, classical, popular and patriotic selections, including music by Gershwin and favorites from Broadway shows including Hello Dolly, Mame, and Chicago. Lawn chairs and/or blanket are recommended.

In the event of rain, concert is held in the Community Room, at Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad St.

Mindowaskin Park
East Broad Street, Westfield
(Rain location: Community Room, Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad St.)
908-337-9073

Level paths are accessible from Mindowaskin Park Drive.

July 19 (3rd Saturday every month)
6 – 9 pm
POETRY & OPEN MIC (Free)

What’s The Word!

Enjoy Spoken Word/Poetry in the heart of Rahway from ACP Arts Ink. Thought-provoking artists convene to bring beautiful words of passion. Every show features professional artists and spotlights up-and-coming artists.

Admission is free.

Venue is wheelchair-accessible.

July 20
2 pm
CONCERT (Free)

The August Symphony Orchestra in Concert

This year’s summer concert includes The Pines of Rome by Respighi; Mother Goose Suite by Ravel, and famous opera arias —featuring mezzo-soprano Cheri Rose Katz. Conducted by Michael Avagliano, a prizewinner in the 2023 Ionel Perlea International Conducting Competition.

Admission is free.

Free admission. Donations accepted.

Venue is wheelchair accessible.

July 24
6:30 pm
CONCERT (Free)

Patriotic Celebration Day

Enjoy patriotic music, featuring familiar selections.

Admission is free.

Venue is ADA-compliant with ramps, elevator, accessible restrooms, and accessible parking spaces.

July 24
7 pm
MUSIC & DANCE (Free)

World Mosaic of Music & Dance

This interactive musical adventure features an eclectic mix of musical sounds including Italian mandolin, bagpipes, Irish penny whistle, African Kalimba, Peruvian panpipes and Hawaiian ukulele. Experience Spanish flamenco dancing, Chinese ribbon dancing, Irish Step dancing, and Mexican rope-spinning too. Program is presented by Richard Stillman.

Admission is free.

Venue is wheelchair-accessible. Wheelchair entrance is via parking lot.