# Live Shows in Avenel | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Avenel — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Halloween Spooktacular
  - **Description**: Join us for the Halloween Spooktacular at the American Dream Mall, a magical pageant experience filled with costumes, crowns, and fun activities for contestants and families. Enjoy competitions, trick-or-treating, and a dance party, where every contest
  - **Date**: Sat, 24 Oct at 09:30 am – Sat, 24 Oct at 03:30 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: American Dream Mall
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## About

For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Avenel are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Avenel that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Avenel show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Avenel

- **Event Name**: Chris Ruggiero: Songs You Know & Love LIVE in Avenel, NJ
  - **Description**: Back by popular demand, Chris Ruggiero returns to the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with performances at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM.

With him, he brings a new show featuring the greatest hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s.

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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 03:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/avenel/chris-ruggiero-songs-you-know-and-love-live-in-avenel-nj/200030399442217
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, performances, music, live-music, art
- **Event Name**: Vicki Peterson (of The Bangles) & John Cowsill (of The Cowsills) at Avenel Performing Arts Center
  - **Description**: Vicki Peterson of The Bangles (whose work includes #1 hit “Walk Like An Egyptian” and several other Top 10 songs, teams up with John Cowsill, drummer/vocalist for The Beach Boys for over 23 years and original member of the platinum-selling family band, Th
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Wed Oct 14 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/avenel/vicki-peterson-of-the-bangles-and-john-cowsill-of-the-cowsills-at-avenel-performing-arts-center/200029771486232
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, concerts, live-music, art
- **Event Name**: The Weeklings at Avenel Performing Arts Center
  - **Description**: THE WEEKLINGS are America’s most unique tribute to the music and inspiration of THE BEATLES, performing explosive renditions of Beatles classics, uniquely arranged Beatles nuggets plus brilliant Beatles-inspired power-pop originals.
 
Lefty Weekling: Glen
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 04 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/avenel/the-weeklings-at-avenel-performing-arts-center/200029757256359
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Dead On Live Tribute to The Grateful Dead at Avenel PAC
  - **Description**: Dead On Live touring/recording veteran multi-instrumentalist Marc Muller (Springsteen, Shania Twain) directs a note for note celebration of the Grateful Dead, capturing important and beloved periods of their long and illustrious, stylistically diverse his
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  - **Date**: Wed Feb 10 2027 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/avenel/dead-on-live-tribute-to-the-grateful-dead-at-avenel-pac/200030449613844
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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  - **Categories**: music, workshops, entertainment, concerts, kids

## Trending Events in Avenel

- **Event Name**: Chris Ruggiero: Songs You Know & Love LIVE in Avenel, NJ
  - **Description**: Back by popular demand, Chris Ruggiero returns to the Avenel Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with performances at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM.

With him, he brings a new show featuring the greatest hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s.

Ruggiero fir
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Jim Lauderdale at Avenel Performing Arts Center
  - **Description**: Jim Lauderdale is constantly creating music and still sees himself as a developing artist, despite winning Grammys and releasing dozens of albums. His latest record, Game Changer, blends uplifting moments with themes of heartbreak, reflecting real life an
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Vicki Peterson (of The Bangles) & John Cowsill (of The Cowsills) at Avenel Performing Arts Center
  - **Description**: Vicki Peterson of The Bangles (whose work includes #1 hit “Walk Like An Egyptian” and several other Top 10 songs, teams up with John Cowsill, drummer/vocalist for The Beach Boys for over 23 years and original member of the platinum-selling family band, Th
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: The Cowsills Acoustic Trio at Avenel PAC
  - **Description**: The Cowsills Acoustic Trio were here last year and blew us away. Back by popular demand you should buy early as this will likely sell out!

The real-life inspiration behind the hit television series The Partridge Family, the Cowsills — teen siblings Bill,
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: The Weeklings at Avenel Performing Arts Center
  - **Description**: THE WEEKLINGS are America’s most unique tribute to the music and inspiration of THE BEATLES, performing explosive renditions of Beatles classics, uniquely arranged Beatles nuggets plus brilliant Beatles-inspired power-pop originals.
 
Lefty Weekling: Glen
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Reagan Richards "Good Morning, Heartache" Torch Songs & Standards from the Great American Songbook
  - **Description**: Singer-songwriter Reagan Richards of the Asbury Park country duo, Williams Honor, stars in her own solo show, “GOOD MORNING HEARTACHE” : Torch Songs and Timeless Standards from the Great American Songbook
 
Richards debuted her sold out show in 2021 (orig
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: 2026 NJSRC Shore Conference
  - **Description**: The Call for Presentations for the 2026 NJSRC Shore Conference is now open. This is your opportunity to present, inspire fellow RTs, and contribute to advancing respiratory care. 🫁 

🗓️October 14–16, 2026
Submit your presentation proposal today!

#Respira
  - **Venue**: Harrahs Atlantic City
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- **Event Name**: LawDay Presents: The Drake & Dinner Experience
  - **Description**: Doors open at 5PM for the full Dinner & Drake experience — guaranteed seating for dinner guests, a complimentary welcome drink, Drake-inspired wristbands, early access to the full atmosphere, specialty cocktails, food, hookah, photo moments, and inter
  - **Venue**: Xperience Kitchen & Cocktails
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- **Event Name**: Corey Glover & Vernon Reid (of Living Colour) Duo Show at Avenel PAC
  - **Description**: Avenel Performing Arts Center is proud to present an acoustic duo performance by Corey Glover and Vernon Reid of the legendary band Living Colour.

Reid, named by Rolling Stone as one of the all time greatest guitarists and Glover, one of Bilboard Magazin
  - **Venue**: Avenel Performing Arts Center
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Avenel?
  - **A:** Chris Ruggiero: Songs You Know & Love LIVE in Avenel, NJ (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center), Vicki Peterson (of The Bangles) & John Cowsill (of The Cowsills) at Avenel Performing Arts Center (Wed Oct 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center), The Weeklings at Avenel Performing Arts Center (Wed Nov 04 2026 at 07:30 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center), Dead On Live Tribute to The Grateful Dead at Avenel PAC (Wed Feb 10 2027 at 07:30 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center), Halloween Spooktacular (Sat, 24 Oct at 09:30 am at American Dream Mall).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Avenel today October 10, 2026?
  - **A:** Chris Ruggiero: Songs You Know & Love LIVE in Avenel, NJ (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Avenel this weekend October 9–11, 2026?
  - **A:** Chris Ruggiero: Songs You Know & Love LIVE in Avenel, NJ (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Avenel in October 2026?
  - **A:** Chris Ruggiero: Songs You Know & Love LIVE in Avenel, NJ (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center), Vicki Peterson (of The Bangles) & John Cowsill (of The Cowsills) at Avenel Performing Arts Center (Wed Oct 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at Avenel Performing Arts Center), Halloween Spooktacular (Sat, 24 Oct at 09:30 am at American Dream Mall).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Avenel?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Avenel on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Avenel?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Avenel?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Avenel include Avenel Performing Arts Center, American Dream Mall.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Avenel?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Avenel include Chris Ruggiero, Music On Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ, Coast to coast international Pageant.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Avenel?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Avenel.

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