11 Things to do in Perth Amboy Aug 2- Aug 8

Kayaking in Raritan Bay

Kayaking, sailing, biking, outdoor movies, music & more in the City by the Bay! Get out and enjoy all summer has to offer!

Afternoon Tea & Tour of Proprietary House Wed Aug 2nd 1-4pm
Enjoy a tour of the museum & assorted teas & homemade desserts served in the colonial brick wine cellar ($10/Adult; $5/Child 12 & under). Details

Free Kayaking and Sailing Thurs/Fri Aug 3 & 4th 6-8pm
The Perth Amboy Rec Depart. offers free sailboats and kayaks, life vests & paddles that you can enjoy on Raritan Bay. Details

Mayors Summer Concert Series Thurs. Aug 3rd   6:30-8pm
Victor Quezada and His Latin Jazz Group are the featured performers at the Mayors Summer Concert Series in Bayview Park. The Perth Amboy based jazzman plays songs from his album New Roads Ahead. Details

Perth Amboy Family Bike Rides  Fri Aug 4nd 6:30-8:30pm
Meet at the end of Second Street for a family bike ride and enjoy the beautiful views of Perth Amboy. Bike riding together as a family is a great way to bond, enjoy the outdoors and makes exercise fun.Bike helmets are mandatory. Details

Movie & Bonfire Under the Stars Fri. Aug 4th 8pm
Bring your family to the beach for a free outdoor movie screening of the Disney film “Moana.” There will also be a DJ, kids activities, popcorn, ice cream trucks and a bonfire! Details

Perth Amboy Family Day Sat. Aug 5th 12-4pm
The annual Family Day event includes rides, games, food, and entertainment. Free to all city residents from noon to 4pm along Sadowski Parkway on the waterfront. Details

Live at the Ferry Slip Music Series Sat Aug 5th 7-9pm
San Simon & GMJ Groove perform live music featuring a mix of neo soul, afrobeat, jazz, reggae and funk. The show is free and all ages.  Also check out the Ferry Slip Museum. Hosted by Perth Amboy Artworks. Details

Proprietary House Open House Sun Aug 6th 1-4pm
Take a free tour of New Jersey’s last Royal Governor’s Mansion, home of Governor William Franklin, son to Benjamin Franklin, on Sunday afternoon. Details

Concerts by the Bay Sun Aug 6th 3:30pm-5pm
Enjoy the sounds of the Garden State Symphonic Band and the beautiful views of Raritan Bay from newly renovated Bayview Park. The concert is free. Details

Full Moonrise Over Raritan Bay Mon. Aug 7th 8pm
The August full moon, called the Blueberry Moon or the Sturgeon Moon, will rise over Raritan Bay at 8:06pm.

Perth Amboy Arts Council Meeting Tues Aug 8th 6:30-8pm
The Arts Council meets at the Perth Amboy Public Library. The public is welcome to attend and participate. Details

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