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Discover the best things to do in Red Bank, NJ!

From eating and shopping in the downtown to catching a show at the Count Basie Center for the Arts to top-rated family-friendly attractions, this list covers Red Bank’s best events, festivals, restaurants, and outdoor activities along West Front and Broad streets.

? Top Attractions – Downtown Red Bank, Count Basie Center for the Arts, Basie Center Cinemas, Marine Park, T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center, The Dublin House, Garmany, Jay and Silent Bob’s Secret Stash 
? Outdoor Adventures – Walking the downtown, street fairs and festivals
? Upcoming Events – Seasonal festivals, concerts, family-friendly activities

Whether you’re searching for “things to do in Red Bank this weekend,” kid-friendly activities or seasonal events, we’ve got you covered. Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings and plan your perfect Red Bank adventure!

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Dessert

New Monmouth County Ice Cream Shop Is Serving Over-the-Top Sundaes Until Midnight

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Theater & Arts

Historic Theaters in New Jersey: A Guide to the State’s Most Iconic Stages

Living across the river from Broadway has its perks, but you don’t have to cross the Hudson to see live theater in a spectacular...
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These Are New Jersey’s Top 20 Best High Schools for Athletes (2026), According to Niche

Niche’s 2026 rankings of the best high schools for athletes in New Jersey has been released and it mirrors a majority of the 2025 rankings....
Special Needs

An Apartment Building For Neurodiverse Adults is Coming to This NJ Town

Once a child who is neurodiverse ages out of the school system, parents often worry about how best they can support them in their...
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These 2 NJ Downtowns Were Just Named Among the Most Walkable in the U.S.

We're all about getting our steps in—and getting to hit our 10K goal in a charming downtown is a bonus. We love our walkable...
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Walk in the Footsteps of New Jersey Celebrities and Legends at These Iconic Spots

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Music

Jon Stewart + Stone Temple Pilots Set to Be Part of 2025’s North to Shore Festival

When Prudential North to Shore Festival returns this week, it will be all about Laughs and Jams. This will be the third year that the...
Drinks

The Best Rooftop Bars in New Jersey

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Me Time

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Fitness

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Restaurants

This NJ Celeb Has The Best-Rated Restaurant in the Country, According to Google Reviews

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This Restaurant In One of Our Favorite NJ Downtowns Takes Indian Food To A New Level

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International Soccer Kickoff Celebration at The Funplex

June 6 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Turkish Fest 2026

June 6 @ 10:00 am - June 7 @ 7:00 pm
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Montclair African-American Heritage Parade & Festival 

June 6 @ 10:30 am - 6:00 pm
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West Orange Street Fair 

June 6 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Seeds of Liberty: A Moving History Experience

June 6 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Bluey’s Big Play

June 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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  • The Count Basie Center for the Arts Centennial Celebration

    Count Basie Center for the Arts 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ, United States

    The Count Basie Center for the Arts Centennial Celebration includes a lineup of events from now through November 2026. Events include: – On August 21 (which would have been Count […]

  • Red Bank Street Fair & Craft Show

    Monmouth St and Broad St 2 Monmouth St, Red Bank, NJ, United States

    There will be arts and crafts, shopping, live music, kids' games, food vendors and family-friendly fun. Hosted by streetfairs.org. Free admission.  

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