Top Events in New Jersey This Week: Mar 2–8, 2026

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From major summer-festival announcements to Jersey talent making waves on national TV, this week’s roundup spotlights what’s buzzing around the Garden State. Here are the New Jersey happenings pulled straight from the latest RSS items.

🎶 Live Music Picks

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Live Music

NJ’s 2026 North to Shore Festival Lineup Revealed: Janelle Monáe, Bouncing Souls, Sublime & More

New Jersey’s annual North to Shore Festival has announced its summer lineup, running June 13 to June 28 with events in Newark, Asbury Park and Freehold. Expect a mix of musical performances, comedy shows and more, with tickets on sale now.

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Live Music

Will New Jersey’s Jake Thistle Be the Next American Idol?

Paramus-raised singer/songwriter Jake Thistle is having a breakout moment on this season of American Idol, making it through to the Hollywood round and landing as a Top 30 contestant. The story traces his classic-rock roots, early local performances, and what’s next as live fan voting approaches.

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🍷 Food & Wine Festivals

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Food & Wine

Protected: Sip Your Way Through Craft Month in Monmouth County

This item is listed as a protected post, and the RSS feed notes there’s no excerpt available. Visit the link for any available details about Craft Month in Monmouth County.

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🎭 Theater & Shows

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Theater & Shows

Michael B. Jordan Shouts Out Newark Hometown in SAG Actor Awards Speech

Newark-raised Michael B. Jordan took home a major Actor Award for his leading role in Sinners and highlighted his Jersey roots in his acceptance speech. The piece also looks back at his early career and the path that brought him to this moment.

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Theater & Shows

‘The Bear’ Star Molly Gordon Films New Movie at a Jersey Mall

A24’s Peaked filmed at Woodbridge Center Mall, with Molly Gordon directing and starring alongside Emma Mackey. The article shares what was happening on set and a synopsis of the film’s high school reunion premise.

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Theater & Shows

Mysterious Al Roker Billboard Pops Up in New Jersey

A billboard on Route 17 in Bergen County is turning heads with the message, “Things We All Agree on: Al Roker.” Even the Today show says it doesn’t know who commissioned it, adding to the fun mystery.

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👨‍👩‍👧 Family Events

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Family Event

NJ Native Kelsey O’Driscoll’s Remarkable Ascent to the 2026 Paralympics

Caldwell native Kelsey O’Driscoll will compete in the 2026 Winter Paralympics as a member of the U.S. Para Alpine Ski Team. The story follows her journey from a life-changing accident to a rapid rise in adaptive ski racing.

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Tips for Commuting During the Midtown Direct Service Suspension

NJ Transit’s temporary schedule reduction and diversions to Hoboken have reshaped commutes for many riders through March 15. This piece breaks down what’s happening and shares practical workarounds commuters are using during the disruption.

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