Red Bank - The Cultural Center
of the Jersey Shore

Food lovers will enjoy the dining and nightlife scene that rivals New York City’s Greenwich Village, and for shoppers, there is antiquing, art galleries and funky boutiques. A trolley shuttle transports weary shoppers between the heart of Red Bank and the Grove Shopping Mall in Shrewsbury.

For music lovers – there is Count Basie Theatre, named after the legendary jazz pianist that was born here in 1904. Built in 1926, the theatre is a beautiful place to take in a concert or play. The theatre is known for first class entertainment in an intimate setting.

There have been several annual festivals held here, The Red Bank International Film Festival and the Two River Film Festival.

Filmmaker Kevin Smith lived here while working as an up-and-coming director. His films Chasing Amy, Dogma, and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back partly took place in the town, primarily on Broad Street.

In June, the annual “Riverfest” Jazz Festival, held over a three-day period, draws approximately 160,000 visitors. And to the delight of over 150,000 people, this community is host to New Jersey’s largest fireworks display every July 3rd. During Christmas, thousands of lights adorn the streets, transforming the town into a winter wonderland. " First Night," a New Year's Eve arts & entertainment festival, is an event designed to provide an alternative to alcohol-related events.

The beautiful Navesink River, lined by many estates, is the setting for popular outdoor activities including boating, sculling, sailing, and fishing. The Monmouth Boat Club, Marine Park, and the slips of the Molly Pitcher Inn provide access to the Navesink and, from there, the Atlantic Ocean. Don’t have your own boat? You can rent a canoe or a rowboat until mid-October.