Things To Do

Spring activities within reach of Chateau Grande

Grounds for Sculpture

No matter who you love, how much money or education you have, what your religious beliefs are, where you were born, or what you look like, you are welcome at Grounds For Sculpture. As one of the premier cultural destinations in New Jersey, we invite you to explore the gardens and galleries, to pause when you feel like pausing, to look closer when something catches your eye, and above all else, to relax, unwind.

Get a Massage at Bliss Salon & Spa

Nestled inside The Chateau Grande Hotel is The Bliss Salon & Spa welcoming all to the delights of relaxation and wellness. With its contemporary design and classic charms, The Bliss Salon & Spa provides an array of services ranging from hair styling, makeup artistry, rejuvenating facials, and relaxing full body massages. Book an overnight stay at Château Grande Hotel and receive up to 20% off spa services! Restrictions apply.

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Grande Memories at Metlife Stadium

MetLife Stadium is where unforgettable moments come alive! Within a short drive of Chateau Grande Hotel, MetLife is home to the NFL’s Giants and Jets, it also hosts the world’s biggest concerts and global spectacles. From Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour to Super Bowl XLVIII and world cup soccer, the energy here is electric! With a roaring energy of thousands of fans, every event becomes a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

MetLife Stadium

Supercar Driving Experience

Twenty minutes from Chateau Grande Hotel, in Englishtown, NJ, Old Bridge Township Raceway Park offering the thrill of high-performance driving in the world’s greatest supercars. No speed limits. No experience required. Just you, raw horsepower, and a pro in your passenger seat helping you push it along. Is it time to satisfy your need for speed?

Winter Wine Tasting at Fox Hollow Vineyards

Get out and enjoy spring on a vineyard! Fox Hollow Vineyards offers wine tastings all season long, with a specialty in delicious chocolate and wine pairings. Enjoy a variety of fun activities including board games, lawn games, live music, trivia, wine spritzers, and food. Bring your family and friends and unwind at this charming, bucolic winery.

Birdie Time at Tamarack Golf Course

Tamarack features two 18-hole championship golf courses in East Brunswick designed by Hal Purdy. The East (Gold and Blue) course is a 6,226-yard, par-71 course and the West (Red and White) course is a 7,025-yard, par-72 course. Before, during or after your round join us in the Tap & Grill Room!

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Monmouth Park

Feel the thunder of hooves at Monmouth Park, New Jersey’s premier horse racing destination! With world-class Thoroughbred racing, thrilling stakes races, and festive themed events, every visit is packed with excitement. Enjoy live racing, delicious dining, and spectacular oceanside views — all in one iconic venue. Whether you’re a seasoned racing fan or first-time visitor, Monmouth Park delivers pure magic.

Let the Spirit Move You at 3BR Distillery

This Soviet themed distillery is as much fun to visit as it is to sample. 3BR Distillery produces craft spirits featuring a Soviet-punk tasting room in Keyport, NJ. Experience craft cocktails made with spirits produced on-site in their kitsch tasting room.

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Enjoy Theater at Playhouse 22

2025 Season

Get out and enjoy some IRL entertainment! Playhouse 22 is a delectable community theater located less than a mile from Chateau Grande Hotel. Founded as the East Brunswick Community Players more than 60 years ago, and now serves up Central Jersey with delicious comedies, dramas and family fun. Slip on over for a evening of theatrical revelry!

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Culture at the American Repertory Ballet

The American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School showcase the versatility of the company and school, with programming that includes traditional repertoire by ballet masters, cutting-edge works by exciting new choreographers, and ballet favorites. See the calendar.

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Explore Rutgers Mason Gross School of Arts

Opera, choir, jazz, big band, glee clubs and more! Looking for a bit of culture? Rutgers is bringing it. Venture on over and see what’s cooking!

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Entertainment at New Brunswick Performing Arts

Jazz, Classical, Comedy, Poetry steps away from Chateau Grande. Check out what’s playing now.

New Brunswick Performing Arts Center

Have a laugh at Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory

One thing we an all agree on, there’s nothing like a good belly laugh! Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory is the New Jersey’s center of comedy. With jokes flying nightly, you can count on the Stress Factory add a bit of jolly to your day.

Comic delivering jokes at Stress Factory Comedy Club