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Monticello HeART & Soul Festival 2

brings the whole community together for a day of music, movement, art & family fun. From live performances and dance to hands-on kid's activites and local food favorites, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Come feel the rhythm, taste the culture, and celebrate Monticello.

NJEDA • Jump for Joi & D Wild Community Inc. 
proudly present

where music, culture community meet

Monticello HeART & Soul • feel the rhythm of the community

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Monticello HeART & Soul Festival graphic design by Excellentgoodieshop
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NJEDA • Jump for Joi & D Wild Community Inc. proudly present 

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Monticello Ave, Jersey City NJ • Between Fairmont & Belmont • Near McKinley Square • 11am-9PM

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one day. one vibe. one monticello.

Dance the night away at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival

Grammy Award Winning -
Jersey City's Own

The Manhattans 

featuring Gerald Alston

Shiny Disco Balls

Singing their hits

"Kiss & Say Goodbye"

"There's No Me Without You "

and more!

The Manhattans

The Manhattans headlining the Monticello HeART & Soul festival in Jersey City
Excited Crowd Applauding

Experience an unforgettable performance filled with timeless hits and soulful energy that will have the crowd singing along and dancing all night!

The Manhattans will be performing at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival August 2026

bring the whole family...

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llamas at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival in Jersey City, NJ
Fun activities for kids at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival in Jersey City NJ

Kids can enjoy a dedicated children's area featuring an interactive area and lots of fun surprises!

it's creativity, fun & smiles all day long

find your flow...

Fun in Jersey City NJ

Get moving

at Monticello HeART & Soul with Yoga led by Lisa and the Common Earth at 12PM, followed by a high energy Salsa Dance class with Pzazz Dancers and live music from Grup K'ndela.

Grupo K’ndela Salsa Band

The vibe is about joy and connection

Yoga at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival
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Yoga at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival

dance party!

Dance into the night with an electrifying  mix of House, Afrobeat and Disco, powered by DJ's Manny Ward, Hard Hitting Harry and Mike Cruz. Feel the beat, bring your crew and light up the dance floor at Monticello HeART & Soul.

Dance into the night with an electrifying  mix of House, Afrobeat and Disco, powered by DJ's Manny Ward, Hard Hitting Harry and Mike Cruz. Feel the beat, bring your crew and light up the dance floor at Monticello HeART & Soul.

Things to do in Jersey City NJ live music at Monticello HeART & Soul festival
DJ Manny Ward
DJ Mike Cruz

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DJ HARD HITTIN HARRY
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One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

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One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

One Day. One Vibe. One Monticello.

DJ HARD HITTIN HARRY at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival
DJ Manny Ward

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DJ Mike Cruz
Dance the night away at the Monticello HeART & Soul festival
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DJ ANNY WARHOL

That girl, professional noise maker, artist and flava maker

ANNY WARHOL.

brings her vibe to the street. 
Lets Dance.

Danielle Scott artist honored at the Monticello HeART & Soul Festival

May 30
Opening Night Reception

and viewing of Danielle Scott Ancestral Call.

Danielle Scott is a Jersey City native and mixed-media assemblage artist whose work is bold, fearless, and deeply rooted in lived experience. Drawing on photo montage, found objects, paint, raw materials, old books, and collage, she creates politically and socially charged work that explores identity, truth, beauty, and pain. An internationally exhibited artist and respected educator, Scott has shown her work in France, Cuba, and beyond, bringing her powerful creative vision from Jersey City to audiences around the world  

By Invitation Only
PAC Studio + Gallery

PACStudioJC.com  •. 201-212-7433  •. 193 Monticello Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304

DJ ANNY WARHOL

That girl, professional noise maker, artist and flava maker

Anny Warhol

brings her vibe to the street. 
Lets Dance.

taste Monticello

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Taste Monticello at its best with a lineup of local food favorites, delicious treats and must try goodies. 

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Come hungry and discover the flavors that make this community so special.

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Taste Monticello at its best with a lineup of local food favorites, delicious treats and must try goodies.

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Come hungry and discover the flavors that make this community so special.

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