America’s 250th Birthday Gala Set For Bell Works: See Details

HOLMDEL, NJ — Tickets are now on sale for America’s 250th Birthday Gala, a celebration of the nation’s semiquincentennial set to take place in Holmdel.

On Thursday, June 25, at 6 p.m., the celebration will kick off with a cocktail hour, dinner, live music and dancing at Bell Works, county officials said.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Friends of the Monmouth County Parks, an organization that supports the preservation and enhancement of the county’s park system.

“The gala promises to be a truly historic evening, bringing together leaders, residents, and friends of Monmouth County to honor our shared past and celebrate the bright future ahead,” said Christine Giordano Hanlon, Monmouth County Clerk and Co-Chair of the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee.

“As we commemorate America’s 250th birthday, this event will recognize the enduring spirit of patriotism and community that has defined Monmouth County since our nation’s founding.”

Early Bird tickets for the gala, available through April 17, are $150 per individual ticket or $1,250 for a table of 10.

After April 17, tickets will be $200 per individual ticket or $2,000 for a table of 10. Tickets can be purchased here.

“We hope to see representation from all 53 towns across Monmouth County at this historic event, as each municipality has played, and continues to play, a vital role in shaping and preserving our County’s rich history,” said Thomas Arnone, Monmouth County Commissioner Director and Co-Chair of the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee.

“This gala will be a special opportunity to come together as one county to honor our shared past, celebrate our present, and look ahead to the next 250 years of American democracy.”

The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners established the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee in 2023 to help plan and coordinate events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026.

County Clerk Christine Hanlon and Commissioner Director Arnone serve as co-chairs of the committee.

To learn more about the MonmouthNJ250 Committee and upcoming events celebrating America’s 250th birthday, you can visit the MonmouthNJ250 website.

Bell Works is located at 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel.