The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (PG)

August 13, 2025

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Located at the Hall of Records

Grab a lawn chair and maybe a blanket, pick up a bite to eat downtown and watch a movie outside, right in front of the Hall of Records. DowntownFreehold.com’s Family Movie Nights are sure to be a hit with all. Our selected movies will bring a smile to family members of all ages ranging from great new movies to all time classics.

Storyline: It's been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are facing the huge new threat of Lego Duplo, invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than they can rebuild.

Van Halen Tribute Band

August 14, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Sublime summer evenings are the perfect backdrop for upbeat and entertaining music. Our Thursday’s ROCK! Summer Concert Series, produced in association with CentraState Healthcare Systems, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater-Freehold area and beyond. The free Thursday night concerts in June, July and August attract people of all ages. Attendance has ranged from 1500 – 2200 with music fans enjoying dinner downtown and our Court Street Vendor market, before, during and after the performances.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

CMJ Jazz Band

Join us every Friday evening for Funky Fridays, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 4 through September 26, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Showcase @ The Hotel: Motown

Featuring Motor City Revue

Friday, August 15, 7:00pm

at The American Hotel

18 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Get ready to groove the night away at our Showcase @ The Hotel: Motown, a soulful evening of dining, dancing, and unforgettable live music! Featuring the powerhouse sounds of Motor City Revue, this special event brings the classic Motown hits you love to the heart of Downtown Freehold.

Your ticket includes a buffet (menu coming soon) and a high-energy performance that will have you dancing from your seat to the dance floor. From Smokey to the Temptations, Marvin to the Supremes—Motor City Revue delivers the sound, the style, and the soul of a true Motown experience.

🎟️ $65 Tickets

Enjoy a soulful buffet loaded with favorites like Shrimp & Grits, Honey Fried Chicken, Collard Greens with Smoked Ham, Baked Mac & Cheese, Red Beans, Cornbread, and White Rice—flavors as rich and satisfying as the music.

Doors open at 6:00pm | Showtime 7:00–10:00pm

This event is more than just a great night out—it’s a way to support the community happenings that keep Downtown Freehold alive with culture, rhythm, and fun all year long. Your ticket purchase helps keep the heart of our community beating with exciting local programming!

No Refunds or Exchanges; with the exception of tickets purchased for a canceled event if the event cannot be rescheduled by Downtown Freehold. (This is a Private Event through Downtown Freehold, Please do not contact The American Hotel Directly)

Tickets Available Here: 

Peanut Butter Bridges Duo

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Saturday evening for the Saturday Serenade, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 5 through September 27, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Lousy Neighbors

7 – 9 pm

Spend your Sunday evenings soaking in the smooth sounds of summer at the FBAC Jazz, Blues & More Summer Concert Series, happening every Sunday from July 6 through August 31 at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo.

This soulful series brings an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, and more to the heart of downtown, adding rhythm and richness to our small town's unique charm. Whether you're relaxing in a lawn chair or strolling nearby, the music sets the perfect mood to wind down the weekend.

Come out, support the arts, and experience the magic of live music in Freehold!

A special “Thank you” to our sponsors who have made this series possible:

Dru-Anne Palaima, Linda Fascio, Freehold Art Gallery.

FBAC All About The Song Circle Competition

It’s all about the song! … AND… We bring it full Circle! This is a gathering amongst songwriters, who bring their best song to the table to compete for a chance to get their song a spot on the FBAC original songwriter album CD. That’s right!… Each month, the writers and audience vote for what song gets recorded at City Lights recording studio to be included in on this album cd project.

(THIS IS NOT A SINGING CONTEST)!!! It’s all about the song. This is the first of its kind in which the songwriters themselves participate in the voting process along with the audience to feature great new untapped unsigned talent in the area.

The American Hotel

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

6:30 PM 9:00 PM

18-20 East Main Street

Must register to perform

$25 Entry Fee Per Song

Contact Info needed: Name, Number, and Email

Please send an email to FBACSongwriters@gmail.com with any inquiries.

FBAC Open Mic Night

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Every 3rd Tuesday of the Month

Email: fbacopenmic@gmail.com for more information

Toy Story 3 (G)

August 20, 2025

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Located at the Hall of Records

Grab a lawn chair and maybe a blanket, pick up a bite to eat downtown and watch a movie outside, right in front of the Hall of Records. DowntownFreehold.com’s Family Movie Nights are sure to be a hit with all. Our selected movies will bring a smile to family members of all ages ranging from great new movies to all time classics.

Storyline: Woody, Buzz and the whole gang are back. As their owner Andy prepares to depart for college, his loyal toys find themselves in daycare where untamed tots with their sticky little fingers do not play nice. So, it's all for one and one for all as they join Barbie's counterpart Ken, a thespian hedgehog named Mr. Pricklepants and a pink, strawberry-scented teddy bear called Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear to plan their great escape.

Turnstyles

August 21, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Sublime summer evenings are the perfect backdrop for upbeat and entertaining music. Our Thursday’s ROCK! Summer Concert Series, produced in association with CentraState Healthcare Systems, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater-Freehold area and beyond. The free Thursday night concerts in June, July and August attract people of all ages. Attendance has ranged from 1500 – 2200 with music fans enjoying dinner downtown and our Court Street Vendor market, before, during and after the performances.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

Pam McCoy

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Friday evening for Funky Fridays, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 4 through September 26, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Tim McCorry

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Saturday evening for the Saturday Serenade, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 5 through September 27, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Rogues On The Run

7 – 9 pm

Spend your Sunday evenings soaking in the smooth sounds of summer at the FBAC Jazz, Blues & More Summer Concert Series, happening every Sunday from July 6 through August 31 at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo.

This soulful series brings an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, and more to the heart of downtown, adding rhythm and richness to our small town's unique charm. Whether you're relaxing in a lawn chair or strolling nearby, the music sets the perfect mood to wind down the weekend.

Come out, support the arts, and experience the magic of live music in Freehold!

A special “Thank you” to our sponsors who have made this series possible:

Dru-Anne Palaima, Linda Fascio, Freehold Art Gallery.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

Lawrence Duo

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Friday evening for Funky Fridays, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 4 through September 26, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Dynamic Duo

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Saturday evening for the Saturday Serenade, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 5 through September 27, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

CMJ Jazz Band

7 – 9 pm

Spend your Sunday evenings soaking in the smooth sounds of summer at the FBAC Jazz, Blues & More Summer Concert Series, happening every Sunday from July 6 through August 31 at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo.

This soulful series brings an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, and more to the heart of downtown, adding rhythm and richness to our small town's unique charm. Whether you're relaxing in a lawn chair or strolling nearby, the music sets the perfect mood to wind down the weekend.

Come out, support the arts, and experience the magic of live music in Freehold!

A special “Thank you” to our sponsors who have made this series possible:

Dru-Anne Palaima, Linda Fascio, Freehold Art Gallery.

Phil Engel Band

September 3, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Fall evenings in Downtown Freehold are the perfect time of year for upbeat and entertaining music. The Downtown Freehold Fall Concert Series, produced in association with our generous sponsors Shore Point Distributing Company and Monmouth County Tourism, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater Freehold area and beyond.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

Cliff Smith & Charlie Hassell

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Friday evening for Funky Fridays, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 4 through September 26, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Pat Guadagno & Richard Blackwell

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Saturday evening for the Saturday Serenade, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 5 through September 27, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

NRG Trio

September 10, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Fall evenings in Downtown Freehold are the perfect time of year for upbeat and entertaining music. The Downtown Freehold Fall Concert Series, produced in association with our generous sponsors Shore Point Distributing Company and Monmouth County Tourism, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater Freehold area and beyond.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

Rogues On The Run

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Friday evening for Funky Fridays, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 4 through September 26, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Showcase @ The Hotel: TV Show Costume Party

Featuring The Eddie Test Band

Friday, September 12, 7:00pm

at The American Hotel

18 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Lights, camera, party! Step into the spotlight at our Showcase @ The Hotel: TV Show Costume Party—a night of dinner, dancing, and dressed-up fun celebrating your favorite small-screen stars. Featuring live music from The Eddie Test Band, this high-energy evening invites you to hit the dance floor dressed as your favorite TV show character—past or present!

Whether you're channeling your inner Tony Soprano, Alexis Rose, Eleven, or the whole cast of Friends—this is your night to shine. Prizes will be awarded for the Best Dressed, so bring your A-game to the costume party!

🎟️ $65 Tickets

Your ticket includes a Buffet (menu coming soon) and a full evening of music, nostalgia, and good vibes on the dance floor.

Doors open at 6:00pm | Showtime 7:00–10:00pm

This event is more than just a great night out— it will have you singing, dancing, and saying “Did you see what they were wearing?!” Your ticket purchase helps keep the heart of our community beating with exciting local programming! Support the events that keep Downtown Freehold vibrant and unique—while having a blast doing it.

No Refunds or Exchanges; with the exception of tickets purchased for a canceled event if the event cannot be rescheduled by Downtown Freehold. (This is a Private Event through Downtown Freehold, Please do not contact The American Hotel Directly)

Tickets Available Here: 

Lawrence Duo

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Saturday evening for the Saturday Serenade, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 5 through September 27, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

FBAC Open Mic Night

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Every 3rd Tuesday of the Month

Email: fbacopenmic@gmail.com for more information

FBAC All About The Song Circle Competition

It’s all about the song! … AND… We bring it full Circle! This is a gathering amongst songwriters, who bring their best song to the table to compete for a chance to get their song a spot on the FBAC original songwriter album CD. That’s right!… Each month, the writers and audience vote for what song gets recorded at City Lights recording studio to be included in on this album cd project.

(THIS IS NOT A SINGING CONTEST)!!! It’s all about the song. This is the first of its kind in which the songwriters themselves participate in the voting process along with the audience to feature great new untapped unsigned talent in the area.

The American Hotel

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

6:30 PM 9:00 PM

18-20 East Main Street

Must register to perform

$25 Entry Fee Per Song

Contact Info needed: Name, Number, and Email

Please send an email to FBACSongwriters@gmail.com with any inquiries.

Smokin’ Jackets

September 17, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Fall evenings in Downtown Freehold are the perfect time of year for upbeat and entertaining music. The Downtown Freehold Fall Concert Series, produced in association with our generous sponsors Shore Point Distributing Company and Monmouth County Tourism, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater Freehold area and beyond.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

Rich Boland

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Friday evening for Funky Fridays, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 4 through September 26, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Latino Festival of Monmouth County

September 20, 2025

12 – 7 pm

The Latino Festival of Monmouth County (LFOMC)  is a fun family oriented event with special attractions, musical acts, cultural offerings and some of the most delicious Latin American cuisine found in Central Jersey.

​The event celebrates the diversity and contributions of Latin Americans. The Latino Festival is that opportunity for people of Central Jersey and surrounding counties to come and learn about those varieties and celebrate them as one.

Our mission is to provide opportunities to educate and connect communities while celebrating Latino cultures and traditions

From our prior successful events for the past fourteen years and our dedication to sharing culture on a wider scale, we have acquired the keen ability to identify and market to key new contacts and audience members for the success of each LFOMC annual event.

Glen Lykes Duo

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Saturday evening for the Saturday Serenade, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 5 through September 27, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Ready or Yacht

September 24, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Fall evenings in Downtown Freehold are the perfect time of year for upbeat and entertaining music. The Downtown Freehold Fall Concert Series, produced in association with our generous sponsors Shore Point Distributing Company and Monmouth County Tourism, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater Freehold area and beyond.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

WCT Band

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Friday evening for Funky Fridays, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 4 through September 26, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Wayward Souls

7 – 9 pm

Join us every Saturday evening for the Saturday Serenade, a beloved local tradition that fills our downtown with the sounds of summer. From July 5 through September 27, enjoy talented local artists performing live at the DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo (10 E Main Street), creating a vibrant streetside soundtrack as you stroll, shop, or dine outdoors at your favorite local spots. This event brings our community together and adds to the unique charm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special.

Mushmouth

October 1, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Fall evenings in Downtown Freehold are the perfect time of year for upbeat and entertaining music. The Downtown Freehold Fall Concert Series, produced in association with our generous sponsors Shore Point Distributing Company and Monmouth County Tourism, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater Freehold area and beyond.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

Spooktacular Movie Night

Friday, October 3, 2025

7:00 PM 10:30 PM

 It is a fun outdoor event for the whole family! So, bring your chairs, snacks and cozy blankets and sit under the stars while you enjoy a Halloween themed movie that the whole family is sure to enjoy!

We are happy to announce that we are doing a DOUBLE FEATURE again this year! While the first movie is geared toward people of all ages, the second film is for ages 17+. The second feature will have a more scarier vibe and set-up will start shortly  after the first feature.  This will allow our younger goblins to clear out before the scary stuff begins!

Showcase @ The Hotel: Dueling Pianos

Featuring Tony T. and Wildman Joe

Friday, October 3rd, 7:00pm

at The American Hotel

18 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Get ready to sing, laugh, and clap along as two musical madmen face off in a battle of keys, comedy, and crowd-pleasing favorites! Showcase @ The Hotel: Dueling Pianos brings the wildly entertaining duo of Tony T. and Wildman Joe to Downtown Freehold for a night of high-energy music and interactive fun.

🎹 These two piano pros don’t just play music—they put on a show. With quick wit, crowd interaction, and nonstop musical energy, Tony T. and Wildman Joe will have you captivated all night. Truly a one-of-a-kind experience packed with musical showmanship, spontaneous moments, and crowd-pleasing fun from start to finish!

🍽️ Your ticket includes a delicious Bar Room Sampler Platter for dinner—a hearty mix of crowd-favorite bites to enjoy as the music heats up.

🎟️ $65 Tickets

Includes dinner and an evening of live entertainment

Doors open at 6:00pm | Showtime 7:00–10:00pm

This is more than just dinner and a show—it’s a chance to support the concerts, festivals, and fun that bring Downtown Freehold to life all year long.

No Refunds or Exchanges; with the exception of tickets purchased for a canceled event if the event cannot be rescheduled by Downtown Freehold. (This is a Private Event through Downtown Freehold, Please do not contact The American Hotel Directly)

Tickets Available Here: 

Sunday, October 5th, 2025

12:00pm – 5:00pm

West Main Street, Freehold

DowntownFreehold.com is excited for our 3rd Oktoberfest as we shut down the street to make this event happen for you. This event takes place on West Main Street between Court Street and Throckmorton Street in Downtown Freehold. Visit the Beer Garden for all types of Vendors and Food, along with tables and seating. Last year’s live music included:

Swedish Meatballs, Wicked Revival ,The Gab Cinque Band, Jimmy & Gene Duo and Step Aside.

Thank you to the breweries involved in our event last year: Twin Lights Brewing, Artis Brewery, Birdsmouth Beer and ‘Bout the Hops Brewing. Enjoy the Games, Crafters and Specialty Items here Downtown and bring in the fall season with a wonderful community event.

Fall Flavor of Freehold

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

$25.00 per-person

A unique tour of Downtown Freehold’s venerable restaurants, bars, and shops held over two days. Participants walk from place to place with their “Passport” used as a guide of where to go. Everyone will receive signature samples from some of Freehold’s most loved establishments.

Almost Santana

October 8, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Fall evenings in Downtown Freehold are the perfect time of year for upbeat and entertaining music. The Downtown Freehold Fall Concert Series, produced in association with our generous sponsors Shore Point Distributing Company and Monmouth County Tourism, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater Freehold area and beyond.

Fall Flavor of Freehold

Thursday, October 9, 2025

5:30 PM 8:00 PM

$25.00 per-person

A unique tour of Downtown Freehold’s venerable restaurants, bars, and shops held over two days. Participants walk from place to place with their “Passport” used as a guide of where to go. Everyone will receive signature samples from some of Freehold’s most loved establishments.

Farmer’s Market

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market is a fantastic community event for all to benefit from; with the goal of establishing a consistent and reliable source for people in our community to have access to healthy locally grown food. We bring Jersey Fresh vendors right to the center of town every Friday 11am – 4pm in front of the Hall of Records! Buy sun-ripened, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, along with a large selection of seasonal crops directly from the farmers who grow them.

The DowntownFreehold.com Farmer’s Market vendors accepts EBT and SNAP.

The Gab Cinque Band

October 15, 2025

7:30 – 9:30 pm

Fall evenings in Downtown Freehold are the perfect time of year for upbeat and entertaining music. The Downtown Freehold Fall Concert Series, produced in association with our generous sponsors Shore Point Distributing Company and Monmouth County Tourism, features widely known groups and local talent that attract audiences from the greater Freehold area and beyond.

Showcase @ The Hotel: Halloween Party

Featuring Mail Order Bride

Friday, October 17th, 7:00pm

at The American Hotel

18 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Get ready for a spooky-good time at our Showcase @ The Hotel: Halloween Party—a night of hauntingly fun vibes, killer music, and festive fare in the heart of Downtown Freehold!

This high-energy Halloween celebration features a live performance by the electrifying band Mail Order Bride, known for rocking the house with their signature sound and unstoppable stage presence.

Come in costume, bring your party crew, and prepare for an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and Halloween magic.

🎃 Costumes encouraged – prizes for best dressed!

🎟️ $65 Tickets

Includes buffet and a night full of live entertainment

Doors open at 6:00pm | Showtime 7:00–10:00pm

This event is more than just a party—it helps support the parades, movie nights, festivals, and everything that makes Downtown Freehold a year-round destination for fun and community connection.

No Refunds or Exchanges; with the exception of tickets purchased for a canceled event if the event cannot be rescheduled by Downtown Freehold. (This is a Private Event through Downtown Freehold, Please do not contact The American Hotel Directly)

Tickets Available Here: 

FBAC Open Mic Night

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Every 3rd Tuesday of the Month

Email: fbacopenmic@gmail.com for more information

FBAC All About The Song Circle Competition

It’s all about the song! … AND… We bring it full Circle! This is a gathering amongst songwriters, who bring their best song to the table to compete for a chance to get their song a spot on the FBAC original songwriter album CD. That’s right!… Each month, the writers and audience vote for what song gets recorded at City Lights recording studio to be included in on this album cd project.

(THIS IS NOT A SINGING CONTEST)!!! It’s all about the song. This is the first of its kind in which the songwriters themselves participate in the voting process along with the audience to feature great new untapped unsigned talent in the area.

The American Hotel

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

6:30 PM 9:00 PM

18-20 East Main Street

Must register to perform

$25 Entry Fee Per Song

Contact Info needed: Name, Number, and Email

Please send an email to FBACSongwriters@gmail.com with any inquiries.

Join us at Showcase @ The Hotel: The Nerds for a one-of-a-kind night of live entertainment and good times—all in support of the events and programs you love in Downtown Freehold.

🎸 Come ready to dance, sing along, and embrace your inner party nerd!

🎟️ $65 Tickets

Includes buffet and a night full of live entertainment

Doors open at 6:00pm | Showtime 7:00–10:00pm

This isn’t just another night out—it’s a chance to support the concerts, parades, festivals, and Freehold traditions that keep our community thriving.

No Refunds or Exchanges; with the exception of tickets purchased for a canceled event if the event cannot be rescheduled by Downtown Freehold. (This is a Private Event through Downtown Freehold, Please do not contact The American Hotel Directly)

Tickets Available Here: 

FBAC All About The Song Circle Competition

It’s all about the song! … AND… We bring it full Circle! This is a gathering amongst songwriters, who bring their best song to the table to compete for a chance to get their song a spot on the FBAC original songwriter album CD. That’s right!… Each month, the writers and audience vote for what song gets recorded at City Lights recording studio to be included in on this album cd project.

(THIS IS NOT A SINGING CONTEST)!!! It’s all about the song. This is the first of its kind in which the songwriters themselves participate in the voting process along with the audience to feature great new untapped unsigned talent in the area.

The American Hotel

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

6:30 PM 9:00 PM

18-20 East Main Street

Must register to perform

$25 Entry Fee Per Song

Contact Info needed: Name, Number, and Email

Please send an email to FBACSongwriters@gmail.com with any inquiries.

FBAC Open Mic Night

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Every 3rd Tuesday of the Month

Email: fbacopenmic@gmail.com for more information

Brunch with Santa

The American Hotel

Sunday, November 3oth, December 7th, 14th, & 21st, 2025

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Bring your “wish” list and your appetite to The American Hotel’s famous Sunday Brunch with Santa!
Enjoy their brunch specialties and grab a photo with Santa
Please Call the American Hotel for more details.
Reservations Required: (732) 431-3220 

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Eddie Testa Band – Third Annual Christmas Party

Friday, December 5, 7:00pm

at The American Hotel

18 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Get ready to celebrate the season in style at the Eddie Testa Band – Third Annual Christmas Party, a festive evening of dinner, dancing, laughter, and live entertainment right in the heart of Downtown Freehold!

This special holiday event features the soulful Eddie Testa Band, side-splitting comedy from John Pizzi, and an all-out dance party with DJ Joe Kahwaty spinning your favorite hits and holiday jams.

Your ticket includes a full buffet dinner (menu coming soon), and a lineup of unforgettable entertainment to carry you through a joyful and lively night.

🎟️ $75 Tickets

Includes buffet and a full evening of live entertainment

Doors open at 6:00pm | Showtime 7:00–11:00pm

This event is more than just a great night out—it’s a way to support the community happenings that keep Downtown Freehold alive with spirit, celebration, and joy all year long. Your ticket purchase helps keep the heart of our town beating with exciting local events and programming!

No Refunds or Exchanges; with the exception of tickets purchased for a canceled event if the event cannot be rescheduled by Downtown Freehold. (This is a Private Event through Downtown Freehold, Please do not contact The American Hotel Directly)

Tickets Available Here: 

Brunch with Santa

The American Hotel

Sunday, November 3oth, December 7th, 14th, & 21st, 2025

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Bring your “wish” list and your appetite to The American Hotel’s famous Sunday Brunch with Santa!
Enjoy their brunch specialties and grab a photo with Santa
Please Call the American Hotel for more details.
Reservations Required: (732) 431-3220 

Jolly Trolley

Friday, December 12, 2025

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

DowntownFreehold.com‘s Jolly Trolley produced in association with Shore Luxury Limo and the Howell High School Drama Club is an approximately 45 minute tour of Freehold Borough at the most wonderful time of the year. Throughout the tour skits are performed at various stops which brings alive the history of Freehold through what may have happened on a winter night nearly 100 years ago. Fun for the whole family!

Tickets must be purchased from our website prior to the event. Please have the order information/proof of purchase with you the night of the event to use at check-in at The American Hotel Lobby (18 E Main St.).

Tickets sales will begin on Saturday, November 1st at 8:00am at DowntownFreehold.com/store

Breakfast with Santa

Sweet Lew’s Café

Saturday, December 13th, 2025

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Reservations Required: (732) 308-1887

Jolly Trolley

Saturday, December 13, 2025

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

DowntownFreehold.com‘s Jolly Trolley produced in association with Shore Luxury Limo and the Howell High School Drama Club is an approximately 45 minute tour of Freehold Borough at the most wonderful time of the year. Throughout the tour skits are performed at various stops which brings alive the history of Freehold through what may have happened on a winter night nearly 100 years ago. Fun for the whole family!

Tickets must be purchased from our website prior to the event. Please have the order information/proof of purchase with you the night of the event to use at check-in at The American Hotel Lobby (18 E Main St.).

Tickets sales will begin on Saturday, November 1st at 8:00am at DowntownFreehold.com/store

Brunch with Santa

The American Hotel

Sunday, November 3oth, December 7th, 14th, & 21st, 2025

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Bring your “wish” list and your appetite to The American Hotel’s famous Sunday Brunch with Santa!
Enjoy their brunch specialties and grab a photo with Santa
Please Call the American Hotel for more details.
Reservations Required: (732) 431-3220 

Menorah Lighting Ceremony

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

FBAC Open Mic Night

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Every 3rd Tuesday of the Month

Email: fbacopenmic@gmail.com for more information

FBAC All About The Song Circle Competition

It’s all about the song! … AND… We bring it full Circle! This is a gathering amongst songwriters, who bring their best song to the table to compete for a chance to get their song a spot on the FBAC original songwriter album CD. That’s right!… Each month, the writers and audience vote for what song gets recorded at City Lights recording studio to be included in on this album cd project.

(THIS IS NOT A SINGING CONTEST)!!! It’s all about the song. This is the first of its kind in which the songwriters themselves participate in the voting process along with the audience to feature great new untapped unsigned talent in the area.

The American Hotel

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

6:30 PM 9:00 PM

18-20 East Main Street

Must register to perform

$25 Entry Fee Per Song

Contact Info needed: Name, Number, and Email

Please send an email to FBACSongwriters@gmail.com with any inquiries.

Carolers Downtown

Thursday, December 18, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Get into the holiday spirit with the joyful sounds of the season! Join us, as talented carolers serenade patrons throughout downtown with classic holiday tunes. Gather around the Gazebo for a festive sing-along, where you can lend your voice to the merriment!

Bring a handmade ornament to hang on the Gazebo Tree, adding your personal touch to this special community tradition. Whether you're singing along, sipping hot cocoa, or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, this is an event worth bundling up for, come celebrate the season with us!

Brunch with Santa

The American Hotel

Sunday, November 3oth, December 7th, 14th, & 21st, 2025

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Bring your “wish” list and your appetite to The American Hotel’s famous Sunday Brunch with Santa!
Enjoy their brunch specialties and grab a photo with Santa
Please Call the American Hotel for more details.
Reservations Required: (732) 431-3220