NJ Fairs & Festivals

Fried food, live music, and locals who know how to throw a party. Here’s your guide to the best NJ festivals, fairs and community celebrations across the state.

May 2026

L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival
May 21 – June 7
L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival
Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Enjoy food, rides, and carnival games while supporting L.E.A.D, a nonprofit that helps protect communities from drugs, violence and more. Additional dates and cities are also scheduled.

June 2026

Bayshore Greekfest
Kimisis Greek Orthodox Church, Holmdel
A celebration of Greek culture with food, dancing, cooking classes, rides and games and more.
Ascension Church Greek Festival
Fairview
Cultural event celebrating Greek life with food, music, dance and more.
Annual Feast of St. Anthony
Church of the Assumption, Roselle Park
Faith, family, and fun with rides, games, music, food and 50/50s.
Big Greek Festival
Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church, Randolph
Food (lots of food + cooking demos), music, dancing to celebrate Greek culture.
Pt. Pleasant Summerfest
Community Park, Point Pleasant
36th annual summer fest in Point Pleasant with music, good and activities.
Flemington Opa! Festival
St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church, Flemington
A celebration of Greek cultural with food, dance, music and community.
New Jersey Renaissance Fair
Burlington County Fairegrounds, Columbus
Transport yourself back in time to the 1500s with this top ranking Ren Fair experience.
Turkish Festival 2026
Central Jersey Community Center, Somerset
A 2-day festival where East meets West. Food, music arts and Ottoman moments.
8th Annual ARC of Warren County Food & Music Fest
Donaldson Farms, Hackettstown
Spotlighting the incredible work of The Arc of Warren County, this is a day of food, fun, and community.
5th Annual Passaic County Book Festival
Weasel Brook Park, Clifton
Engaging panels, poetry sessions, author meet-and-greets, arts and crafts, food trucks and more.
UNCORK Summer
June 6–7
UNCORK Summer
Red Mill Museum Village, Clinton
View wines from across NJ, food trucks, vendors, music and more.
Steampunk Alchemy Fest
Vasa Park, Hackettstown
A celebration and immersive event with steampunk/victorian/medieval vibes, music, entertainment, vendors and so much more.
Moorestown Day
Moorestown
Community day featuring food, vendors, entertainment, and fun for the whole family.
Surati Holi Hai 2026
Exchange Place, Jersey City
Annual festival that brings the vibrant traditions of India’s Holi festival to the local community.
Strawberry Festival
Wilbraham Park, Cape May
Annual festival filled with vendors, artists, and of course strawberries.
Hunterdon County World Fair
Milford
Culturally inspired heritage artisans, live entertainment, authentic food, and international beverages.
Hungarian Festival
New Brunswick
Celebration of Hungarian culture with dancing, food, folk songs, performances, exhibits and more.
Carlstadt Street Fair
Carlstadt
Food trucks, kids rides, petting zoo, vendors, bands and more on Hackensack Street.
Mount Holly 22nd Annual Car Show
Historic Downtown Mount Holly, Mount Holly
Classic cars, music, food, activities and more.
Mill Race Village Cruise In
Mill Race Village Shops, Mount Holly
Vendors, food, shopping, Rockabilly live music and classic cars on display.
Cultural Festival & Food Truck Rally
West Windsor
Live performances of music and dance, as well as traditional art demonstrations showcasing many diverse cultures.
Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Strawberry Moon Pow Wow
Cumberland County Fairgrounds, Millville
Cultural event featuring Native American tradition. Dancing, singing, crafts, food, performances.
2026 Rose Day Festival
Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden, Somerset
Activity stations, music, vendors, food trucks, roses for sale and more.
Barrington Block Party!
Barrington
Food trucks, beer garden, live music, vendors, kids fun and more to celebrate community.
Alborada’s Annual Feria De Sevilla
Parker Press Park, Woodbridge
Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, sights, sounds, tastes and smells of Spain. Admission to this colorful and exciting festival is free!
Wild Fest Fundraiser
Clinton Elks Lodge, Pittstown
A festival to benefit Woodlands Wildlife Refuge featuring food, music, activities and more.
250th Anniversary of American Independence Event
Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta
Patriotic festivities including food vendors, free games and activities for all ages, free family entertainment, free live music, and a fireworks display
International Somerville Street Fair
Somerville
Celebrate cultures from around the world with performances, demonstrations, food, crafts and more.
54th NJ Irish Festival
Monmouth Park Racetrack, Oceanport
Traditional Irish mass, foods, vendors, dancing, music, and more. An annual Human Horse Race raises money for a great cause.
Fairlawn Street Fair
Fairlawn
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more.
Shedfest Music Festival
Fairview Farm, Bedminster
Music festival and fundraiser with bands, food and fun at a wildlife preserve.
AsburyFest
June 12–14
AsburyFest
Asbury Park
Food, drinks, vendors, music and more in the park across from Convention Hall.
Garlic Fan Fest
Todd Johnson Field, Denville
Garlic-infused foods, vendors, garlic dish competition, cooking demos and more.
Ocean Grove’s Sand & Sea Festival
Ocean Grove
Vendors, food, music, kids activities with a coastal vibe
Art in the Park Festival
Goffle Brook Park, Hawthorne
Two-day festival with art, music, nature and community. (May dates rescheduled due to rain)
Colonial Craft Fair
Salem
Food from Creeks Edge Catering, vendors selling handmade arts & crafts, jewelry, & traditional trade & heritage crafts
Bernardsville Street Fair
Bernardsville
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more.
Saddle River – America’s 250th Celebration
Rindlaub Park, Saddle River
Enjoy great food, festive activities, and incredible performances (with drones!) as we honor 250 years of American history.
Blueberry Fest at Whitesbog Preservation Trust
Whitesbog Historic Farm & Village, Browns Mills
Proceeds benefit Whitesbog Historic Village! Blueberry picking, music, house tours and so much more are part of this event.
Ole Towne Festival
Shappell Park, Phillipsburg
Celebrate local culture with live music, food, and family fun during this summer tradition.
Oaklyn Final Fridays Music & Food Festival
Oaklyn
Features music, food and community on the last Friday of each month.
Fantasy Faire
June 27–28
Fantasy Faire
WheatonArts, Millville
Family-friendly festival of medieval folklife & fun! Storytellers, dancing, drumming, sword demonstrations, and more!
Dunellen Street Fair
Dunellen
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more.

July 2026

New Brunswick Independence Day Celebration
Boyd Park, New Brunswick
This free, family-friendly event promises an unforgettable evening of music, entertainment, and patriotic fun for all ages.
Rico Rico Fiesta
The Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta
Celebration of Latin culture, food, music and community. Family-friendly with over 80 food vendors, parade, performances and merchants.
City of Elizabeth Fireworks & World Cup Watch Party
Elizabeth Waterfron, Elizabeth
This free, family-friendly event promises an unforgettable evening of music, entertainment, and patriotic fun for all ages.
BRT Weekend
July 10–12
BRT Weekend
Goldfish Beach Club, Atlantic City
Sun, sound, fashion, paint, water, nightlife, and a destination festival atmosphere that brings all the Caribbean vibes.
Greensbury Park
Sunset Park, Asbury Park
Celebrate all of Asbury Parks with this event featuring yoga, dunk-tank, touch a truck, raffles, food trucks and more.
Berkeley Township Food Truck & Music Festival
Veterans Park, Bayville
3 Dates! Have a beer, sangria, hard seltzers while enjoying bands, kid activities, pony rides, petting zoo, face painting & so much more.
2026 Sourland Mountain Festival
Unionville Vineyards, East Amwell
History exhibits, food, drinks and family fun.
Warren County Farmers’ Fair
July 25 – August 1
Warren County Farmers’ Fair
Warren County Fairgrounds, Phillipsburg
2026 dates are pending for this classic farmers fair featuring hot air balloons, horse shows, arts expo, 4-H exhibits and more.
Festival of the Sea
July 28 – August 1
Festival of the Sea
Long Beach
Food, fun, and community spirit that celebrates coastal culture.

August 2026

Atlantic Highlands Music & Food Truck Festival
Atlantic Highlands Marina, Atlantic Highlands
19 food trucks, beer garden and more.
Cigar Box Guitar and Music Festival
Brick Elks Lodge #2151, Brick
Celebration of the cigar box guitar and handmade instruments. More information coming soon!
Peach Festival at Shoppes at Dragon Village
Shoppes at Dragon Village, Bridgeton
Vendors, merchants, farmers market, a Peach Fuzz Baby Contest, train rides, craft tables and more.
Bellemont Farm Sunflower Festival
August 15 – September 13
Bellemont Farm Sunflower Festival
Bellemont Farm, Lambertville
Every weekend explore sunflower fields at this fun family-friendly event.
44th Annual Fire Muster & Fire Fighter’s Family Day
WheatonArts, Millville
Over 80 antique fire trucks, displays, flea market and so much more.
Koi Fest
August 21–22
Koi Fest
Fitz's Fish Ponds, Milford
A celebration of koi, ponds and water garden living. Vendors, koi for sale, music, giveaways and more.
Wharton’s Canal Day
Hugh Force Park, Wharton
An old time country fair with a modern twist! Celebrate the Morris Canal with a Civil War encampment, blacksmithing, narrated boat tour, 100 vendors, music, food trucks, kid's activities, and more.
NJ Folk Festival
Davidson's Mill Pond Park, South Brunswick
Save the date for the annual NJ Folk Festival
Red Bank Street Fair
Red Bank
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more.

September 2026

54th Annual Bluegrass Festival
Salem County Fair Association, Woodstown
Features major bluegrass, country and old time artists. Workshops, vendors, family-friendly.
Roseland  – Fall Harvest & Music Festival
Roseland Municipal Park, Roseland
15 gourmet food trucks, adult beverage garden, shopping, fun for kids and live music.
Downtown Irish Festival
Manahawkin Lake Park, Manahawkin
Community event featuring food, music, performances and so much more to celebrate Irish culture.
Wellness Fest
September 12
Wellness Fest
Thyme Travelers Conservatory, Mount Laurel
Day of yoga, live music, workshops, art, vendors and more.
Xponential Music Festival
September 18–20
Xponential Music Festival
Wiggins Park, Camden
A family friendly event featuring music from up-and-coming artists played on 88.5 WXPN in Philadelphia.
Hot Air Balloon Festival
September 19 – June 7
Hot Air Balloon Festival
Warren County Community College, Washington
A weekend filled with balloons, drones, entertainment, food trucks and more.
Sea.Hear.Now Festival
September 19–20
Sea.Hear.Now Festival
Asbury Park
Two days of music with more than 25 bands on three stages: two in the sand and one in the park, food, art, surfing and more.
Toms River Comfort Food Festival
Toms River
Great food will line the street with vendors, activities, entertainment and more.
Atlantic City Latino Festival
Bader Field, Atlantic City
A free community celebration of Hispanic Culture.
Saddle Brook Street Fair
Saddle Brook
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more.
Rock 2 Adopt
September 26–27
Rock 2 Adopt
Veterans Park, Bayville
Charity music festival to support pet adoption and animal care. Music, food, vendors, performances and more.

October 2026

Submersion Music Festival
Hammonton
One-of-a-kind underground electronic music camping experience that spans music, art and community.
Jamtoberfest ’26
Flanders
Outdoor jam band festival packed with live music, food trucks, a Beer & Spirits Tent, vendors, and plenty of room to dance,
Hightstown Harvest Festival
Downtown Hightstown, Hightstown
Join us for a day full of hometown fun featuring artists, food, family-friendly activities and more.
Autumn in Moorestown
Moorestown
We welcome fall with arts & crafts vendors, artisan foods, and a wide variety of craft beers to enjoy. Activities for kids and live entertainment are featured throughout the event.
Arts & Seafood Festival
Surfside Park, Avalon
Fresh seafood, live music, artisan crafts, live streaming football and more.
Fall Harvest Festival
Ocean Grove
Stay tuned for details
5th Annual Charlotte Joy Touch-A-Truck Festival
Freehold County Fairgrounds, Freehold
Get ready to explore big trucks up close at the largest Touch a Truck festival that benefits the Ashley Lauren Foundation.
Glen Rock Street Fair
Glen Rock
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more.
Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
Chatsworth
Over 150 crafters, 15+ food vendors, music and more to celebrate the Pine Barren's culture.
Asbury Park Halloween Food Truck & Music Festival
Bradley Park, Asbury Park
Wear your costume to win prizes, enjoy some grub and have fun with friends while enjoying music!

April 2027

Rutgers Day
April 24
Rutgers Day
Rutgers University, New Brunswick
The ultimate celebration of everything Rutgers, featuring hundreds of programs, exhibits, hands-on activities, live entertainment, and more.