Friday 5/15 through Sunday 5/17
New Jersey is a small state with a lot of activities! Whether music is your thing - or enjoying a tour of a historic park, there is really something for everyone. Check back every week (or subscribe to our newsletter!) to find what is happening this weekend in NJ so you do not miss the fun. Have an event you want us to share? Submit it here!
Atlantic County
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Mayfest - 5/16-5/17 | Historic Smithville, Smithville
150+ juried crafters and vendors, food court, children’s activities, live entertainment and more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Bergen County
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St. Athanasios Greek Festival - 5/14-5/17 | St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, Paramus
A celebration of Greek culture with food, games, and performances. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Annunciation Church Car Show - 5/16 | Annunciation Church, Paramus
Up to 75 cars, food, music and blessing of the cars. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Tenafly Night Market | Ultimate Block Party - 5/16 | Tenafly
A pedestrian-only street festival with 30+ food vendors, live bands, a DJ, outdoor bar, games, prizes, local businesses, nonprofits & full kids zone. Cost: Visit Event Website >
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Mental Health Awareness Walk - 5/16 | Christian Health, Wyckoff
Cost: Visit Event Website >
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Meadowlands Beerfest - 5/16 | Meadowlands, East Rutherford
Over 60 participating producers including dozens of local breweries! Cost: $45 General/$70 VIP Visit Event Website >
Burlington County
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Bootin' Scootin' BBQ - 5/17 | Burlington County Fairgrounds, Columbus
Fundraising event to support agricultural education across NJ. Cornhole, food, dancing, kids area and more. Cost: $5.00 - $20.00 Visit Event Website >
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May Faire in OZ - 5/17 | Smithville Park, Eastampton
Come suspend your everyday life and travel "over the rainbow" and enjoy balloon rides, Victorian vibes, carriage rides, tea parties and so much more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Camden County
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Rhythm & Brews Festival - 5/16 | Haddon Township
Annual May music and beer festival held every Spring in Haddon Heights. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Cape May County
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Cape May Music Festival - 5/9-6/21 | Cape May
Enjoy music styles like jazz, classical and chamber being performed across Cape May. Runs through June 21, 2026. Cost: Varies Visit Event Website >
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Stampede Rodeo - Wildwood - 5/15-5/17 | Wildwood
Get ready for the adrenaline-pumping action of Bulls on the Beach in Wildwood, NJ, where professional bull riders face off against fierce bulls right on the sand! Cost: $12+ Visit Event Website >
Cumberland County
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The Philly Vintage Flea - 5/16-5/17 | Vineland Convention Center, Vineland
Shop vintage clothing, rare finds, and unique treasures from more than 100 vendors. Cost: $8+ Visit Event Website >
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1er Jeep Show - 5/16 | Campanella Park, Vineland
DJ, food trucks, and Jeep competitions. Spectators are free. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Essex County
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Bloomfield Food Truck & Music Fest - 5/15 | St Thomas the Apostle School, Bloomfield
Features 17 food trucks, music, beer garden, kids activities, vendors & more - benefits St. Thomas the Apostle School Cost: $5, under 5 free Visit Event Website >
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Glen Ridge Arts & Eco Fair - 5/16 | Glen Ridge
showcases the artistry of students and crafters, local businesses, live performances, native plant sales, an EV car show, a clothing swap, food and so much more! Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Montclair Porchfest - 5/16 | Montclair
Enjoy a walk through Montclair and enjoy live music from the porches of homeowners. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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39th Annual Rose Squared Art Show - 5/16-5/17 | Verona Park, Verona Park
Features apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, and more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Maplewood Street Fair - 5/17 | Maplewood
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Hunterdon County
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Mes de las Flores Wine Pairing Dinner at Old York Cellars 🍷🍽️ - 5/16 | Old York Cellars Winery, Ringoes
Cost: $89 Visit Event Website >
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9th Annual Wheels for The Wheel - 5/17 | The Red Mill, Clinton
Over 100 classic cars and trucks from the 1920's or earlier to current. Food trucks and family fun. Proceeds benefit The Red Mill Museum. Cost: $12, kids and seniors $10 Visit Event Website >
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Clinton Township Food Truck & Music Festival - 5/17 | Bundt Park, Lebanon
Food trucks, music, beer garden, kids activities, and more. Cost: $5, under 5 free Visit Event Website >
Mercer County
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Seafood & BBQ Festival - 5/17 | Mercer County Park, West Windsor
BBQ and seafood festival with beer garden, vendors, adventure zone and more. Cost: $5 at door, $3,85 advance, under 5 free Visit Event Website >
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Slavery and the Declaration of Independence: The Deleted Clauses - 5/17 | Morven Museum & Garden, Princeton
Morven Museum & Garden welcomes Organization of American Historians Distinguished Lecturer Holly Brewer to discuss the deleted clauses of the Declaration. Cost: $5-$20 Visit Event Website >
Middlesex County
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Woodbridge Street Fair - 5/16 | Woodbridge
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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NJ Art & Music Express - 5/16 | Avenel
A day long celebration of art and music across 3 towns. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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History Day at East Jersey Old Town Village - 5/16 | Piscataway
Visit Revolutionary War and Civil War camps, see historical weapons demonstrations, and meet Generals George Washington, Rochambeau, Anthony Wayne, and Colonel Stephen Moylan. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Monmouth County
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NJ Seafood Festival - 5/15 | Belmar
The 38th annual NJ seafood festival features music, seafood from top NJ restaurants, and so much more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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NJ Vegan Food Festival - 5/16-5/17 | Bradley Park, Asbury Park
The Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival is a two-day celebration that celebrate the good food and good people of New Jersey. Cost: $15+, under 13 free Visit Event Website >
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Classic Car Show - 5/16 | Bayshore Middle School, Leonardo
Car show hosted by the 8th grade class of Bayshore Middle School. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Allaire Village Craft Show - 5/16-12/5 | Farmingdale
Shop a variety of handcrafted items and enjoy the village on 4 different days in 2026. Cost: Visit Event Website >
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Asbury Park Vintage Market - 5/16 | Stone Pony, Asbury Park
Shop for all things vintage with 30+ vendors. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Keansburg Food Truck Festival - 5/16 | Keansburg
The 8th annual food truck festival featuring food, DJ, live music, kids activities and more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Lunar Faire - 5/16 | East Freehold Showgrounds, Freehold
Shopping, potions, attractions, food, fairies, & the best night out you've had in at least a moon! Read on for all the details! Cost: $15.50 advance/$25 at door Visit Event Website >
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3rd Annual Rummage Sale & Fundraiser - 5/16 | Burrowes Mansion Museum, Matawan
Thousands of items - old and new! Supports the Burrowes Mansion Museum. Cost: $3 Visit Event Website >
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Freehold Porchfest - 5/17 | Freehold
Stroll the streets of Freehold Borough and enjoy live music from awesome local bands performing on porches all over town! Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Morris County
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80's Wrestling Con - 5/16 | Parsippany Pal, Parsippany
The Biggest 80s Wrestling Celebration in the world! Cost: $30+ Visit Event Website >
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Farm to Fleece - 5/16 | Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Morristown
Experience the tradition of sheep shearing the old-fashioned way at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm. Cost: $10 per person Visit Event Website >
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Country Jamboree Festival - 5/16 | Fireman's Field, Rockaway
Wear your cowboy boots and hats and enjoy country music, BBQ, line dancing and more. Cost: $5, under 5 free Visit Event Website >
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Lake Hopatcong Block Party - 5/16 | Hopatcong State Park, Landing
Bringing together businesses, non-profits, community groups, crafters, and food vendors for a community day like no other. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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9th Annual Arts in the Park - 5/16 | Veterans Community Park, Randolph
Celebration of art, music, and community! Live performances, interactive art stations, vendors, and patriotic touches throughout the park. Cost: Visit Event Website >
Ocean County
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PicklePALOOZA - 5/16-5/17 | Laurita Winery and Marketplace, Plumstead
Indulge in a great lineup of pickle-inspired grub, grab a wagon ride, or just sit and enjoy the music. Cost: $16 Visit Event Website >
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Craft Fair & Food Truck Festival - 5/16 | Southern Regional High School, Manahawkin
Local craft vendors, food trucks and more to support the Stafford Township EMS Auxiliary. Cost: Visit Event Website >
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NJ Jeep Invasion Seaside Heights - 5/16 | Seaside Heights
This fun, laid-back gathering brings together over 400 Jeeps for a day of community, beach vibes, and scenic ocean views. Cost: Spectators are free Visit Event Website >
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Music-Fest - 5/17 | American Legion Post 493, Egg Harbor Township
Free music fest benefitting the American Legion. Food, 50/50 and lots of fun. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Passaic County
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Ringwood Car Show 2026 - 5/16 | Ringwood
3rd annual Ringwood car show featuring car competition, food, music and more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Wallisch Homestead Flea & Vintage Marketplace - 5/17 | The Wallisch Homestead, West Milford
Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Salem County
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Riverview Beach Park Wine Festival - 5/16-5/17 | Riverview Beach Park, Pennsville
Wineries, food trucks, music and crafters. Cost: Visit Event Website >
Somerset County
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Bernards Township Charter Day - 5/16 | Downtown Basking Ridge, Basking Ridge
Celebrate the history and 1760 Charter of Bernards Township and showcases community groups, businesses and talent. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Sussex County
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Pet Lovers Fest 2026 - 5/16 | Lafayette Village, Lafayette
Fun-filled afternoon with vendors, food, pet items, and all things animal lover. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
Union County
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Cranford Spring Street Fest - 5/17 | Cranford
Crafts, food an entertainment along North Union Ave and Alden St. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Westfield Street Fair - 5/17 | Westfield
Crafters, food vendors, entertainment and more. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Kenilworth Street Fair & Car Show - 5/17 | kenilworth
Exhibitors, classic cars, food, kids area, performances, live music and more along 14th street. Cost: Visit Event Website >
Warren County
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Maifest in Hackettstown - 5/16 | Hackettstown
A celebration to highlight the towns diverse culture. Food, crafters, entertainment and shop specials. Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
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Blairstown Fishing Derby - 5/16 | Footbridge Park, Blairstown
A community day with fishing, vendors and prizes for catches! Cost: Free Visit Event Website >
