Things To Do in New Jersey This Weekend: October 24-October 26
In New Jersey, there’s lots of entertainment planned this October weekend, with music, laughter, and seasonal fun. Celebrate Air Supply’s 50th Anniversary Concert and more!

In New Jersey, there's lots of entertainment planned this October weekend, with music, laughter, and seasonal fun. Celebrate Air Supply's 50th Anniversary Concert, have fun at "The Mel Brooks Musical — Young Frankenstein," and get sentimental at "Late For The Sky — Jackson Browne Tribute with Jake Thistle." To embrace the fun of the season and enjoy a charming weekend, join some fall favorites, including the Lunar Faire Night Market, Fall Friday Movie Nights, and the Howl-O-Ween Bark Bash.
Air Supply 50th Anniversary
- What: Legendary soft-rock duo Air Supply
- When: Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, at 7 p.m.
- Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center St., Newark
- Cost: Tickets start at $63
Aussie legends Air Supply are celebrating 50 years of love songs that last forever. Since 1975, the band's members Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock have charmed audiences with some of history's most beautiful romantic ballads, such as "Lost in Love," "All Out of Love," and "The One That You Love." With an endless supply of passion and energy, Air Supply brings their presence to NJPAC to share a night of nostalgia and emotion.
Young Frankenstein: It's Alive!
- What: Hilarious musical adaptation of Young Frankenstein
- When: Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 25, and Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, at 2 p.m.
- Where: Kelsey Theatre at Mercer, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor
- Cost: $24 to $26
From the creators of "The Producers" comes "The Mel Brooks Musical — Young Frankenstein," a monstrously funny musical adaptation of Mel Brooks' classic comedy film "Young Frankenstein." Follow the eccentric Dr. Frankenstein (pronounced Fronkensteen) as he ventures to Transylvania to reanimate his grandfather's legendary experiment. Packed with brilliant songs, outrageous jokes, and campy theatrics, this sensational production showcases a hilarious cocktail of laughs and chaos. A laugh-out-loud tribute to Brooks' genius, it's an outrageously fun experience that almost certainly will leave audiences in stitches.
Late For The Sky — Jackson Browne Tribute with Jake Thistle
- What: Tribute concert celebrating Jackson Browne's timeless songs
- When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at 8 p.m.
- Where: Bell Theater at Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel
- Cost: Regular $38, Premium $45
"Late For The Sky – Jackson Browne Tribute with Jake Thistle" honors the enduring legacy of one of America's greatest folk, country, and rock songwriters. Showcasing Browne's heartfelt lyrics and timeless melodies, Jake Thistle and his accomplished New Jersey band deliver an authentic and passionate performance, spanning classic hits and deep cuts alike. From reflective favorites such as "These Days" and "The Pretender," to anthems such as “Running on Empty,” this tribute celebrates Browne's artistry, activism, and profound impact on generations of music lovers.
Other Events
New Jersey embraces the spirit of the season with a mix of festive, family-friendly, and delightfully spooky events:
- Lunar Faire Night Market 10/24: Dark Carnival: Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, from 5 to 10 p.m. at East Freehold Showgrounds, 1500 Kozloski Road, Freehold
- Fall Friday Movie Nights Series: Hocus Pocus: Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Coffee Corral, 177 Dr. James Parker Blvd., Red Bank
- Howl-O-Ween Bark Bash: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Calgo Gardens, 462 Adelphia Road, Freehold




