Get ready for an out of this world experience! I have a fun family idea in New Jersey for you this month. Museum of the Moon, a touring artwork by U.K. artist Luke Jerram, will be presented inside the majestic Union County Performing Arts Center’s Main Stage in October, 2025. This is the first time Museum of the Moon will be presented in New Jersey, and one of the few times it has been exhibited on the east coast in the United States. It's the perfect idea for kids, date night, family fun, group trips, and more! Read on for more details.
Disclosure: the information in this post comes from the UCPAC Festival of the Moon press release. Photos courtesy of UCPAC.
Museum of the Moon is a luminous, 23-ft. diameter sculpture created by UK artist Luke Jerram, which will be suspended in mid-air over the Orchestra section at UCPAC’s Main Stage. Featuring detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface and an ethereal soundtrack by Dan Jones, Museum of the Moon is sure to awe and delight all ages.
Measuring 23 feet in diameter, the moon features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. Every inch measured on the spherical sculpture represents an actual distance of almost 8 miles of the moon’s surface. The installation is a fusion of lunar imagery, moonlight and surround sound composition created by award winning composer Dan Jones.
“Rahway is proud to welcome Museum of the Moon to our vibrant city,” says Rahway Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe. “This awe-inspiring presentation not only brings world-class art to our doorstep but also invites our community to gather under the glow of imagination and wonder. We’re not just showcasing the Moon—we’re celebrating Rahway’s continued rise as a cultural destination where creativity, connection, and community thrive.”
The sculpture’s display is central to the Festival of the Moon, a unique series of moon-themed events proudly presented by the City of Rahway, Rahway SID, and Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC). The festival will take place with near-daily events and performances over a 17-day period from October 4-20, 2025. Live performances, music, dance, children’s theater, opera, film, and other lunar-inspired events will take place beneath the moon. Some of New Jersey’s leading artistic companies, such as the New Jersey Symphony, American Repertory Ballet, New Jersey Opera Theater, and Chinese Culture Arts Association, provide a lineup of memorable performances evoking and celebrating the moon.
“We are honored to be the landing site for Museum of the Moon this October. As a historic theater with deep roots in the arts, UCPAC is thrilled to collaborate with the City of Rahway and the Rahway SID to bring this breathtaking exhibit to life. It’s a shining example of what happens when visionary partners come together to elevate culture in our city.” – Danni Newbury, UCPAC Executive Director
Visitors can experience Museum of the Moon during public viewing hours by reserving free timed entry tickets. Learn more about the schedule of events and ticketing at http://www.rahwaymoonfest.com/schedule. Rahway businesses will also take part in the celebration of the moon through business specials, menus, and unique events.
“This is the kind of big, bold, beautiful event that makes Rahway special,” says Rahway SID President Jorge Casalins. “Museum of the Moon will light up our downtown in more ways than one—and we can’t wait to see folks out exploring the businesses, grabbing dinner, and soaking up the lunar magic together.”
Visit http://www.rahwaymoonfest.com to learn about business offers and special events leading up to and during the Festival of the Moon.
What: Museum of the Moon at UCPAC
When: Oct.4 -Oct. 20, 2025
Where: Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)
1601 Irving Street
Rahway, NJ 07065
Tickets & Schedule: https://ucpac.org/festival-of-the-moon/
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