Things To Do

Fun activities & experiences within reach of Chateau Grande

Summer baseball with The Somerset Patriots

There’s nothing like the relaxed summer fun of a minor league baseball game. Come enjoy the Somerset Patriots, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. Hot dogs, beer and the small park charm of TD Bank Ballpark—a place for family, friends and the community to come together.

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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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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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The Call of Nature at Von’s Farm

In 1913, Henry Von Thun purchased 90 acres of prime New Jersey farmland to homestead and grow potatoes and grain crops. His son, Henry M. has carried on the family tradition with fresh produce, apple orchards, and acres of pumpkins. Come on down to Von Thun’s Farm for CSA Programs, hayrides, a corn maze, and annual Fall family weekends.

Stroll out to Fox Hollow Vineyards

Celebrate summer at Fox Hollow Vineyards! Join them for wine tastings all season long and indulge in delicious chocolate and wine pairings. They have all kinds of fun including board games, lawn games, live music, trivia, wine spritzers, and food. Bring your family and friends and relax at their bucolic winery.

Enjoy Theater at Playhouse 22

2025 Season

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 night of revelry!

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.

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!

Entertainment at New Brunswick Performing Arts

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

Let the Spirit Move You at 3BR Distillery

This Soviet inspired 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.

Have a laugh at Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory

No stress here, just lots of laughs! 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.