The Ultimate Guide to the
Top Things To Do in NJ This Weekend
Looking for fun things to do in New Jersey this weekend? We’ve got the scoop on amazing NJ events happening all over the state! From food and beer festivals, to fun NJ events for children, to fantastic spring festivals and much more… the Things to Do in New Jersey Calendar of Events features tons of awesome NJ events happening around the Garden State this weekend! Read on to learn all about the best things to do in NJ this weekend …
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18 Things To Do In New Jersey This Weekend
1. Hackettstown Spring Festival
Hackettstown NJ | May 4-6 2018
The Hackettstown Spring Festival is a weekend of family fun, amusement rides, and community engagement. Hackettstown’s local radio station, WRNJ, will be broadcasting live from the Festival, providing a mix of music, interviews and fun with on-air personalities and staff. Mars Wrigley and Hackettstown Medical Center will host interactive activities and games throughout the weekend. Free admission! Learn more…
2. Boonton Arts Dog Days of Summer “Leash Cutting”
Boonton NJ | May 4 2018
Boonton Arts Dog Days of Summer featuring over 120 dog and cat sculptures will be on exhibit up and down the entire length of Main Street, kicks off on May 4th at 5:30pm, with a “leash cutting” in front of the Dog Days of Summer mural. This year’s designs are as interesting and diverse as the artists who created them. The opening coincides with Boonton’s First Fridays, featuring receptions at Boonton’s art galleries, live music, unique independent shops and eclectic dining. Free! Learn more…
3. People’s Choice Antique Car Show at Poricy Park
Middletown NJ | May 5 2018
The 4th Annual People’s Choice Antique Car Show at Poricy Park promises to be fun for all ages and the whole family. The show will include an exhibit of antique vehicles and awards will be given out. New car dealers from Middletown and neighboring towns will also have new cars on display. Enjoy a variety of food and treats at the different food truck vendors and shop the various vendors participating in the event. Free admission! Learn more…
4. Monmouth County Creative Arts and Music Festival
Lincroft NJ | May 5 2018
The Monmouth County Creative Arts and Music Festival features specially selected artists’ works of pottery, photography, jewelry, paintings and other mediums. Besides the artwork, visitors will enjoy live music and free art demonstrations and activities. Admission and parking for the festival are free. Learn more…
5. Ocean Grove Spring Fling Arts and Crafts Show
Ocean Grove NJ | May 5 2018
Come on out to the Ocean Grove Spring Fling Arts and Crafts Show! The event features over 200 artists & crafters, live music by The Jo Wymer Band & The Chuck Lambert Band, and delicious food from a variety of eateries. Free admission! Learn more…
6. Free Guided Tours of the NJ Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Holmdel NJ | May 5 2018
Free guided tours of the NJ Vietnam Veterans Memorial are offered the first Saturday of each month at 11am and 1pm. Learn more…
7. Kids Day at the Cohanzick Zoo
Bridgeton NJ | May 5 2018
Come on out to Kids Day at the Cohanzick Zoo and enjoy performances by Lenni-Lenape Dancers, zoo animal encounters, animal enrichment crafts, face painting, and lots more! Learn more…
8. Secaucus Green Festival
Secaucus NJ | May 5 2018
The Secaucus Green Festival will feature eco-friendly exhibits and vendors along with pony rides, exotic animals, earth-friendly arts and crafts, fun activities for children, and eco-cruises on the river. Free admission! Learn more…
9. Surati HoliHai Festival
Jersey City NJ | May 5 2018
One of India’s most colorful and popular festival returns to New Jersey at the Surati HoliHai Festival in Jersey City. Enjoy the day on Jersey City’s waterfront with friends and family amidst live performances, color playing, delicious food, a clothing and jewelry bazaar, vendors, colors countdown, raffle and prizes, a DJ, dancing, and more! Free admission! Learn more…
10. Princeton University Art Museum Highlights Tour
Princeton NJ | May 5 & 6 2018
Discover the Art Museum’s premier collections spanning antiquity to contemporary in a Princeton University Art Museum Highlights Tour, offered free of charge. Tours meet at the entrance to the Museum. Learn more…
11. Truckerton Food Truck and Brew Fiesta
Tuckerton NJ | May 5 & 6 2018
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Truckerton Food Truck and Brew Fiesta! The annual food truck festival at Tuckerton will feature amazing food from over a dozen food trucks, as well as 12 craft brews, live music, and a Taco Eating Contest! Learn more…
12. Westfield Spring Fling Street Fair
Westfield NJ | May 6 2018
The Westfield Spring Fling Street Fair is fun for the whole family with nonstop entertainment, scores of vendors, food, KidZone activities, Bovella’s Pie Eating Contest, and so much more!
Free admission! Learn more…
13. Fossil Hunting at Big Brook Preserve
Colts Neck NJ | May 6 2018
Travel to the Big Brook Preserve in Colts Neck NJ for a Rutgers Geology Museum fossil hunting trip. Rutgers University geologists will help you find fossil shark teeth, shells and more at the preserve which is famous for its prolific marine fossils. This activity is great for all ages and guaranteed fun for everyone. Registration required.
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14. County Seat Jazz and Blues Street Fest
Freehold NJ | May 6 2018
Enjoy an afternoon in Downtown Freehold at the County Seat Jazz and Blues Street Fest! Musicians include The Chuck Lambert Band, the Nat Adderley Jr. Trio, The New Standard featuring Layonne Holmes, and the Shady Street Show Band. The event will feature vendors with a variety of items for sale including hand rolled cigars, hand crafted jewelry, clothing, dog treats, soaps, honey, unique crafts, and much more. Freehold Fire Department/First Aid Trucks will be there for all to see and learn about what they do for our community. Food provided by Big Harlie BBQ & House of Cupcakes. Free admission! Learn more…
15. Hoboken Spring Arts and Music Festival
Hoboken NJ | May 6 2018
The Hoboken Spring Arts and Music Festival features live music on three stages as well as artists and crafters selling a variety of items including paintings, pottery, jewelry, candles, photographs, furniture, soaps & lotions, clothing, and much more. Performers include The Dream Syndicate, Richard Lloyd, Preschool of Rock, Longneck, Nina Et Cetera, Jaime Rose and more. The event will be fun for the entire family, with lots of kids activities including face painting, sand art, balloons, and more. Hoboken restaurants will set up street cafes offering an eclectic variety of international foods such as Thai, Indian, Greek, French, Mexican, Cajun and Italian. Free Admission! Learn more…
16. Spring Fling Artisan Craft Fair
Somerdale NJ | May 6 2018
Geeky Beer Gal is returning to Flying Fish Brewing Company and bringing her creative friends with her for the inaugural Spring Fling Artisan Craft Fair. Get your shopping done for Moms, Dads and Grads! Talented crafters will be selling their wares both inside the tasting room and outside on the brewery patio/lawn. Rain or shine.
Free admission! Learn more…
17. Pinocchio by Puppetworks.
Jersey City NJ | May 6 2018
Carlo Collodi’s classic 1883 adventure tale of a marionette puppet comes to life in Pinocchio by Puppetworks. See this charming children’s production at the Jersey City Theater Center!
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18. Walking Tour of Monmouth Battlefield
Manalapan NJ | May 6 2018
Enjoy a free walking tour of Monmouth Battlefield, site of one of the largest conflicts of the American Revolution. Tours occur on the first Sunday of the month (weather permitting). Meet at Monmouth Battlefield State Park Visitor Center. Learn more…
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