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Culture Around the Corner Festival
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This three-day celebration transforms overlooked public spaces, activates local businesses, and invites the community to experience art at every turn. Through the program, Monmouth Arts continues its mission to strengthen community identity, support local artists, and showcase Monmouth County as a hub for creativity, diversity, and cultural exploration.
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 – Kickoff Celebration at the Library
Long Branch comes alive with live performances, music, dance, visual projections, and a community art exhibition at Slocum Park and the Long Branch Free Public Library.
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 – Main Festival Day at Union Ave Municipal Lot
Saturday at “The Art Yard” brings a day of dance, music, and live performances across two stages, plus global food, an Artisan Market, hands-on art-making, and a Kids Zone for children.
Sun, Oct 4, 2026 – Folk Life Village at The WhiteChapel Projects
An open-air marketplace with food vendors, artisans, culturally inspired goods, art demos, and live performances.
