# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Carteret Annual Music Festival and Charity Carnival featuring our 50th Annual Ethnic Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The 2026 Carteret Music Festival & Annual Charity Carnival, featuring our 50th Annual Ethnic Day, headlined by CeeLo Green!

Join the community at Carteret Park for carnival rides, games, incredible food vendors, and free live entertainment.

Wednesday, September 16 & Thursday, September 17 (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM): Wednesday Jazz Night, Thursday Live DJ EDM Night, and Carnival Bracelet Nights.


Friday, September 18 (6:00 PM – 11:00 PM): Charity Carnival continues and Freestyle Night featuring live performances by TKA, Soave, Lisette Melendez, and CBank, hosted by Dom G & Dream Girl Cynthia.


Saturday, September 19 (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM): 50th Annual Ethnic Day celebration starting at 12:00 PM, headlined by CeeLo Green live on the Main Stage at 8:00 PM, followed by a special Light Show (9:15 PM) and Fireworks (9:30 PM) celebrating Ethnic Day's 50th year and honoring America's 250th.


Sunday, September 20 (9:00 AM): 22nd Annual Car Show ($10 donation; registration 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM).

Carteret Park (Carteret Avenue & Jersey Street, Carteret, NJ 07008)


Admission: Free live shows & entry


Carnival Wristbands (Wednesday and Thursday only): $37 unlimited ride wristbands available per rider (valid date of purchase only)


Info & Updates: Visit https://www.carteret.net or call (732) 541-3890
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carteret/2026-carteret-annual-music-festival-and-charity-carnival-featuring-our-50th-annual-ethnic-day/200030584024833
- **Event Categories**: carnivals, festivals, music-festivals, nonprofit, music, entertainment, charities, car-shows, jazz
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 220

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Carteret
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Carteret Park
- **lat**: 40.578451406448
- **long**: -74.228320324507
- **full address**: Carteret Park, 19 Cypress St, Carteret, NJ 07008-26ND, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Carteret Annual Music Festival and Charity Carnival featuring our 50th Annual Ethnic Day being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Carteret Annual Music Festival and Charity Carnival featuring our 50th Annual Ethnic Day takes place on Wed, 16 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Carteret Park, 19 Cypress St, Carteret, NJ 07008-26ND, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Carteret Annual Music Festival and Charity Carnival featuring our 50th Annual Ethnic Day?
  - **A:** 2026 Carteret Annual Music Festival and Charity Carnival featuring our 50th Annual Ethnic Day is organized by My Carteret.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Carteret Annual Music Festival and Charity Carnival featuring our 50th Annual Ethnic Day is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carteret, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 220+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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