Hunterdon Main Streets

Night at the Museum!
2025-04-25 18:00 (America/New_York)
Date:April 25, 2025 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost:$Event is free with museum admission. Kids’ art activity: $25 member/$30 non-member.
Location:
Hunterdon Art Museum
7 Lower Center Street
Clinton, NJ 08809

Register Here

Shad Fest
2025-04-26 11:00 - 2025-04-27 17:00
Welcome To ShadFest™ 2025

42 Years of Art, Fish, Food, and Fun

In 1981, what began as a showcase for the local art scene, has evolved into a nationally recognized, award-winning event. Enjoy two-days, filled with hand-crafted art, jewelry, home goods, a variety of delectable food, music, and fun for the whole family! What is Shad? Each spring the Delaware River in Lambertville, NJ is home to returning Shad making their way back from the Atlantic Ocean to spawn before returning to the ocean. Local residents can be found fishing for Shad on Lewis Island, the only Shad fishery left on the Delaware River. Winner of “Best Event” by the Bucks County Herald, ShadFest™ 2024 marks 41 years of festivals. Come see what it’s all about and why Lambertville was named “Best Destination 2023” by Jersey’s Best Magazine.

Learn more HERE!

Cruising Clinton
2025-04-27 11:00 - 14:00
Sunday, April 27, 2025
11:00 AM 2:00 PM

Join us for our annual Car Show event on East Main Street in Clinton! Enjoy classic cars, a silent auction, and more!

Healthy Hunterdon Fest
2025-05-02 08:00 - 17:00
FLEMINGTON, NJ — The Hunterdon County Division of Parks & Recreation and Health Department are proud to present Healthy Hunterdon Fest, a vibrant afternoon of health, fitness, and family-friendly fun, taking place Saturday, May 17, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Deer Path Park in Flemington, NJ.
This free event will be emceed by former New York Giants player Otis Anderson, bringing his energy and inspiration to the day’s festivities.
Healthy Hunterdon Fest is designed to celebrate healthy living and community connection. Attendees can enjoy:
• Dedication of the new accessible fitness pavilion at Deer Path Park by Eric LeGrand
• Group wellness activities led by the Hunterdon County Health Department and River Crossing YMCA
• Live music and entertainment from Showoff Productions
• A Game Truck for kids of all ages
• A chance to explore the county’s HAZMAT vehicle
• Educational exhibits from the 579 Trail
• A Family Team Trivia Contest with fun prizes generously provided by participating sponsors
• Healthy cooking demonstrations
“This event is about bringing the community together in a fun and engaging way while promoting health and wellness resources available throughout Hunterdon County,” said Commissioner Shaun C. Van Doren, liaison to the Health Department.
Whether you’re looking to move, learn, explore, or simply enjoy an afternoon in the park, Healthy Hunterdon Fest has something for everyone.

April 30-Hunterdon Fest-final-FLYER (PDF)

ARTYARD CAMPUS TOUR
2025-05-04 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on the first Sunday of the month for a behind-the-scenes tour of ArtYard’s campus and learn about our programs. An ArtYard staff member will highlight exhibitions on view and offer a glimpse into ArtYard’s mission of incubating new work and supporting transformational art.
The tour includes stops at ArtYard’s four buildings, all within a short walk in Frenchtown, including:

ArtYard Center, home to galleries and a state-of-the-art theater
Our two residency buildings – Creekside and Bridge Street residencies, which host visiting artists
ArtYard Workshop, a woodshop, maker space and small theater housed alongside our sibling organization, Studio Route 29, an art center for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities

Tours are 1 hour long and will take place rain or shine. They begin at ArtYard Center, will proceed along the rail trail along the Delaware River, and into downtown Frenchtown.
Learn more HERE!

HAM IT UP! Free Community Day
2025-05-04 13:00
Join Us for Our 9th Annual FREE Community Day: HAM IT UP!

Our annual HAM IT UP event is a celebration of imagination, creativity, and community – all wrapped up in a FREE afternoon of unforgettable fun for the whole family (all ages welcome)!
🎨 Abstract Painting Extravaganza:
Dive headfirst into a world where colors dance and shapes sing! Inspired by exhibiting artist Cynthia Carlson, this is your chance to unleash your inner artist. Create stunning abstract paintings that go beyond the canvas, exploring the profound meanings of shape and color in a way you’ve never imagined.
📖 Folded Paper Book Magic
Ever dreamt of crafting your own book? Here’s your shot! Learn the art of bookmaking with techniques that trace back to Cynthia Carlson’s current exhibition at HAM, Serious Play. Fold, bind, and create a book that tells your story, handmade by you, for you.
✂️ Creative Word Collages
Be inspired by exhibiting artist Kate Dodd and her use of encyclopedia pages for sculpture. Transform repurposed book pages and assorted materials into a breathtaking collage that speaks volumes, blending texture, color, and typography into a narrative that’s uniquely yours.
🌿 Plein Air Drawing Adventure
Breathe in the fresh air and draw out your heart on our terrace, guided by HAM’s expert instructor Lena Shiffman. Capture the essence of Clinton’s landscapes and infuse your sketches with the vibrancy of nature.
…And That’s Just the Beginning!
Prepare for an afternoon filled with even more surprises – from capturing laughter with caricatures to finding your zen with yoga, plus other activities that will leave the whole family inspired and buzzing with creativity.

HAM IT UP!
2025-05-04 13:00 - 16:00
Join Us for Our 9th Annual FREE Community Day: HAM IT UP!

Our annual HAM IT UP! event is a celebration of imagination, creativity, and community – all wrapped up in a FREE afternoon of unforgettable fun for the whole family (all ages welcome)!
🎨 Thumbprint Art
Discover the playful and accessible art form of thumb printing with Julie Swenson and learn to make imaginative pictures.
📖 Sculptural Books
Join instructor Betsy Thompson for a hands-on activity where you’ll learn how to create unique sculptural books.
🌠 Star Wars Pop Art
Unleash your inner Jedi artist and learn to create vibrant, pop art-inspired paintings featuring iconic Star Wars images with guidance from art teacher Patrick Smith. May the 4th be with you!
🎤 Performance by The Heavy Meddlers
Experience a unique and engaging performance by The Heavy Meddlers.
…And That’s Just the Beginning!
Prepare for an afternoon filled with even more surprises – the fun of caricatures, the dynamic movement of dancing figures, the artistic practice of Plein Air Sketching, plus other activities that will leave the whole family inspired and buzzing with creativity.

Learn more HERE!

Mother’s Day Buffet
2025-05-11 11:00 - 17:30
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Stangl Sip & Stroll
2025-05-15 17:00 - 20:00
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Stangl Road, Flemington, NJ, United States, New Jersey

Stangl Sip & Stroll
2025-05-15 17:00 - 21:00

HATCH FESTIVAL
2025-05-17
Join ArtYard on the afternoon of May 17, 2025 for our sixth biennial Hatch Festival, a celebration of creative incubation and community.
This year’s Hatch is a raucous, joyful conjuring of hope, transformation, and transcendence. Flocks of birds will emerge from a towering egg to dance and parade alongside community members in an act of creative rebirth.
In the lead-up to the festival, we’re transforming a section of the Laboratory Gallery into the Hatch Workshop, featuring a maker’s workspace dedicated to the creation of costumes and objects for the event. In addition, we’re hosting a series of Tiny Talks on the theme of Hope, with speakers sharing practices and insights to help us imagine the change we wish to hatch into the world.
We’ll be sharing workshop dates, more information on performers, and opening our registration soon.

Learn more HERE!

Tent Sale on Main Street!
2025-05-17 10:00 - 16:00

Flemington DIY Jazz Shows
2025-05-17 20:00
The 2025 schedule is as follows:
– January 17: Nate Tota Quartet
– January 25: Winard Harper & Jeli Posse plus tap dancer Megha Vadehra
– February 22: Marel Hidalgo Quartet
– March 16: Sasha Berliner Quintet
– April 19: Olli Soikkeli NY Trio
– May 17: Heyman
All shows kick off at 8pm with most advanced tickets $18 and $22 at the door. Shows are all ages and note alcohol is not permitted inside the space.
For tickets and more information, visit www.flemingtondiy.org/jazz.

Opening Reception & Block Party 2025
2025-05-18 14:00 - 17:00
Celebrate the start of our exciting new exhibitions at HAM with an opening reception, curator talks, and a block party on Sunday, May 18, from 2 to 5 PM.
New Exhibitions:
Selections from The Petrucci Family Foundation Collection of African American Art:
This exhibition features work by Katrina Andry, Lavett Ballard, Tawny Chatmon, Tokie Rome-Taylor, and Accra Shepp.
Pulp: The Fluid and The Concrete:
This exhibition presents artworks by a diverse group of artists, each dedicated to the expressive and investigative practice of hand papermaking. The careful selection of works on view exemplifies how each [re]imagines and [re]defines this art form’s models, techniques, and realizations while showcasing an unwavering commitment and passion to the discipline.
Block Party Festivities:
Curator Talks: Engage directly with curators as they discuss the artist’s works and creative processes in the galleries.
ArtBar: quench your adult thirst while mingling with friends, neighbors, fellow art lovers, and the artists themselves.
Tia B’s Street Tacos: Savor the authentic flavors of Mexico with Tia B’s Street Tacos food truck, serving up a variety of delicious options.
Live Music: Enjoy live music from The Moon Dwellers.
Free Admission Day! Enjoy complimentary access to the museum all day during this event.

Get ready for an afternoon where art and community come alive under one roof. This event is free to attend and open to all who love art, culture, and a good time. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration — mark your calendars and tell your friends! No RSVP needed.

Act 2 Summer Book Festival
2025-05-23 - 2025-05-25

Come Together: Summer Music Festivals
2025-05-23 19:00 - 21:00

Authors Showcase on Stangl: Summer Book Festival
2025-05-25 10:00 - 18:00

Readington’s Annual Memorial Day Parade
2025-05-26 10:30
Readington’s Annual Memorial Day Parade will be held Monday, May 26th at 10:30am.

2nd Annual Stangl Karmafest
2025-06-01 09:00 - 15:00

Queer Icons
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08
ArtYard is pleased to announce Queer Icons make their return in June to celebrate Pride as part of Frenchtown Pride. The life-size portraits honoring figures from the LGBTQ+ community will be on display on the balcony of FiNNBAR to stand as sentinels and monuments during the festivities.

High Bridge Soap Box Derby
2025-06-07 10:00
The High Bridge Soap Box Derby was established in 2008 and is the premier Soap Box Derby event in western New Jersey.
Join us as kids ages 8-14 race down Main Street in cars made for them!
Learn more HERE!

Frenchtown Walking Tours
2025-06-07 10:00
June Schedule:
–Bad Luck & Poor Choices Tour: Saturday, June 7, at 10 a.m.
–Downtown Tour: Saturday, June 21, 10 a.m.
–Upper Cemetery Tour: Saturday, June 28, 10 a.m.

Each tour costs $20 (cash or Venmo) per adult and it’s free for teenagers. (Most teenagers like the tours, but for a few they are painful.) You’ll need to register so I can tell you where we’ll meet up. Just send an email to RickEpstein@yahoo.com.

4th Annual Within Spirit Psychic Fest
2025-06-07 11:00 - 16:00
