Nerdy in New Jersey Events
Conventions, Comic Book Shops, Cosplay Events, Steampunk, Anime and so much more! Click on the title of the events for direct links to information. Nerdy in NJ Events are listed in date order. *Note, I am not personally affiliated with any of these events. If you have questions, please contact the event directly. Thank you!
Nerdy in New Jersey Events 2020:
Jersey Shore Toy Show
October 18, 9AM – 4PM
Collectibles show featuring 75+ tables of vintage and modern toys, comic books, video games, records, and pop culture memorabilia. 1000’s of vintage and collectible action figures, diecast cars and trucks, dolls, model kits, monsters, playsets, robots, slot cars, trains, and toy soldiers from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s through today.
South Wall Fire Company Banquet Hall, 2605 Atlantic Ave. Wall Township, Manasquan, NJ
Cost: $3. Children 12 & under FREE. Early bird admission 9 AM – $5.
South Jersey Toy & Vintage Collectibles show
November 8, 9AM – 4PM
75+ tables of toys and VINTAGE collectibles – vintage toys, action figures, diecast cars, slot cars, comics, records, rock memorabilia, posters, paper, monsters, and wrestling.
Wyndham Philadelphia-Mount Laurel, Mount Laurel, NJ
Cost: $3, kids 12 and under are free
2021:
New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival
March 26 – 28, 2021
New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival Horror convention! Their goal is for fans to see amazing Horror films in the indie scene and also an opportunity to mingle with big names in horror. Horror fans can also participate in Q&A sessions, see the amazing vendors from around the Horror scene and watch the best indie films around.
Showboat, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $25 – $75
Chiller Theatre Expo
April 23 – 25
The Chiller Theatre Toy, Model and Film Expo, held twice a year at the Parsippany Sheraton aka the Tara Hotel in April and Oct, is your Premiere Convention for all things Cool! Chiller Theatre, with over 26 years in the business, is your #1 stop for the Best Celebrities, Dealers rooms that are second to none, a Rock n Roll Costume Party the Saturday Night of both events and in association with WPIX Channel 11 in NY, they’ve brought back the TV show you know and love every Halloween, namely CHILLER THEATRE movie night!
Hilton Parsippany, Parsippany, NJ
Cost: $30 – $45, kids under 12 are free
South Jersey Geek Fest
April 24, 10AM – 5PM
Geek Fest is a small/medium convention born and bred in South Jersey. The mission is to bring folks together to appreciate their own version of geek. The floor will be divided into vendors and artists/game devs/web folk, cosplayers and some tournaments/open board game play.
741 Helen Ave, Woodbury Heights, NJ
Cost: $7 – $10
New Jersey Renaissance Faire
May 22, 23, 29, 30, and June 5, 6 2021, 11AM – 6PM
The New Jersey Renaissance Faire is an event of epic proportions! This year, the Faire celebrates its 11th glorious season. Located on the beautiful 60 acres of Liberty Lake, the Faire is the largest festival of its kind in the state of NJ, and has made a name for itself as the most interactive Renaissance Faire in the country. A renowned local destination for family entertainment, seven stages host a variety of performances each day of the Faire, including sword fighting, music, comedy, fire breathing, and aerialists. Over 50 actors welcome guests as they enter through the castle gates! In addition to the 7 hours of non-stop entertainment, there is an extensive merchant village featuring the work of talented artisans, and delicious food and drink, including Beer and Wine courtesy of the South Jersey Celtic Society and Valenzano Winery.
1195 Florence Columbus Road, Bordentown, NJ
Cost: $25 for adults, $10 for children 5-12; Free for children under 5
Stranger Con
June 26 – 27
This convention will celebrate a show you love so much, and the people who make it what it is…Stranger Things! The event will bring you the stars of Stranger Things, parties, music, panels and more fun! Meet your favorite actors from Stranger Things and interact with them in ways you never thought possible.
Meadowlands Exposition Center, 355 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ
Cost: See Website for Updated Info
Harry Potter Party NJ
October 30 8PM – 11PM
On 10/30 venue in NJ will be transformed into Hogwarts for the night and we will be hosting a Costume Contest with cash & prizes for the runner ups + a Triwizard Tournament that includes Trivia, Quidditch & a Scavenger Hunt! Get ready for a magical night with decorations, themed drinks like firewhisky, potent potions and buttery brews flowing throughout the night!
Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: TBD