15+ New Jersey Events June 28 – 30, 2024
Summer is in full swing, and it’s hard to believe that the last weekend in June has already arrived. New Jersey is buzzing with excitement as locals and visitors alike gear up for an array of events happening from June 28 to June 30. From bustling farmers markets to lively festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the Garden State this weekend. Whether you’re looking to explore local culture, savor delicious food, or simply soak up the sun, New Jersey’s events are sure to make the most of these long, warm days.
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Featured Event!:
Asbury Park Summer Fest
June 29, 1 pm – 4:30 pm
The Asbury Park Summer Fest is a perfect occasion for guests to gather with friends, enjoy their preferred libations, and bask in the surf, sun, and samples throughout the session. Save 40% on tickets with code NJIB. This all-access pass allows attendees to explore emerging and renowned breweries, wineries, and distilleries from local and international origins. Guests will savor unlimited samples while enjoying live entertainment, food, and interactive games. With over 100 different beverages, it’s an excellent venue to discover new brews, wines, and spirits while engaging with brewery representatives, sommeliers, and master distillers.
Bradley Park, 101-199 Fifth Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: General Admission: $60 – $70. DD $15 Save 40% on tickets with code NJIB.
Red White & Blue Food Truck & Music Festival
June 29, 11 am – 7 pm
Show off your patriotic spirit at The Red White & Blue Food Truck & Music Festival on Saturday, June 29th at the Teaneck Armory from 11 AM to 7 PM. Kick off the holiday weekend with a day full of adventure, delicious food, and great music!
Teaneck Armory, 1799 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ
Cost: $5 per person, free for children under 5
New Jersey Events June 28 – 30:
Mardi Gras on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, at Kennedy Plaza
June 26, 7 pm – 10 pm
Enjoy the sounds of New Orleans brass band, funk, blues, soul, jam, classic rock.Bring your festival chairs, enjoy the beverage garden, and listen to free live music on the Boardwalk.
On the Boardwalk at Kennedy Plaza in front of Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: Free
Mahwah Pride
June 26, 5 pm – 9 pm
Speakers, Live Entertainment, Art Show, Information Booths, Food Trucks, Family Area and more.
Commodore Perry Field, 70 East Ramapo Ave, Mahwah, NJ
Cost: Free
Montville Independence Day Celebration
June 26 – 28
This three day family event features carnival rides, live music, rides, food, eating contests, and a fireworks display Fireworks will take place on Friday, June 28th, at dusk.
Montville Township High School, 100 Horseneck Road,, Montville, NJ
Cost: Free to attend. $10 parking good for the weekend
Downtown Thursdays
June 27, 5 pm – 8 pm
Enjoy free-to-attend evenings filled with live music, fun, and outdoor dining every Thursday starting June 27 through August 15 (excluding July 4) from 5-8; with the August 15 events starting at 6:30 p.m. Presented by the Downtown West Orange Alliance (DWOA), Downtown Thursdays are the perfect way to experience West Orange each week.
55 Kingsley St, West Orange, NJ
Cost: Free
Annual North Beach Atlantic City Fireworks Celebration
June 28, 6 pm – 9 pm
Hosted in partnership with Fireworks by Grucci, America’s First Family of Fireworks, the event will be free and open to the public and will feature several viewing locations throughout the north end of the boardwalk, including: Steel Pier, Resorts Casino Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, Showboat, and Ocean Casino Resort. Tennessee Avenue restaurants are also sponsoring the celebration. Live music, drink specials, and other activations can be found from 6 to 9 p.m. across the North Beach boardwalk area prior to the fireworks.
North Beach Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: Free
Rock, Ribs, and Ridges Festival
June 28 – 30
Experience a weekend celebration of southern classic rock hits and barbecue at the 14th annual festival. Enjoy music from Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famers and southern rock legends like Blackberry Smoke, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes, Molly Hatchet, and more. Feast on tender, smokey barbecue from champion pitmasters competing for cash, trophies, and the prestigious Optimum People’s Choice Award. The festival offers single-day general admission and VIP tickets, as well as weekend passes and camping for RVs and tent campers.
Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta, NJ
Cost: $40+
Margate Beachstock
June 29, 8 am – 10 pm (Rain date is June 30th)
Margate heats up in June, and never more so than for BEACHSTOCK 2024 The Planet’s Biggest Beach Party. Admission is always FREE and no beach badges are ever required at the event. This year features new food vendors, more kid’s activities, an eclectic live music line-up, free surf and kite lessons, cornhole, volleyball, obstacle course, Tiki Beach Bar and so much more! Beachstock, a Margate tradition for thirteen years, attracts over 5,000 visitors and returns to the beach Saturday, June 29th 8:00am – 10 pm (Rain date June 30th) between Huntington and Granville Ave, Margate.
On the beach between Huntington and Granville Ave’s, Margate, NJ
Cost: Free
Harborfest
June 29, 10 am – 5 pm. Rain Date June 30
Join the City of Cape May on Delaware Avenue for some family fun! Food, activities for both kids and parents, live music, vendors and more.
Delaware Avenue, Cape May NJ
Cost: Free
Taste of the Caribbean Festival
June 29, 11 am – 4 pm
The City of Newark Caribbean Commission presents the Taste of the Caribbean Festival in recognition of Caribbean American Heritage Month. Food, kid activities, and much more.
Mulberry Commons, Mulberry St, Newark, NJ
Cost: Free
Honeygrove Disepensary Rides And Vibes
June 29, 11 am – 6 pm
Honeygrove dispensary is hosting a Car Show event on June 29th, from 11 AM to 6 PM. This vibrant community gathering will feature live performances from local artists, a variety of food trucks, numerous vendors, and an impressive display of cars.
1337 Blackwood Clementon rd, Clementon NJ
Cost: Free
Brew at the Zoo
June 29, 6 pm – 9 pm
The Essex County Turtle Back Zoo and the Zoological Society of New Jersey will celebrate Brew at the Zoo on June 29, 2024 from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM with a VIP reception from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Enjoy 50+ craft beers and live entertainment, fun non-alcoholic beverages, food vendors, and extended animal viewing hours.
Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ
Cost: Tickets
Win & Wine Festival
June 29 & 30, 11 am – 5pm
What’s better than a day of wine sampling from NJ’s finest wineries for just $15?! This summer, Monmouth Park’s newest event is the Win & Wine Festival. This two-day festival will feature a number of the Garden State’s top wineries, live music from 12-4 pm, and live racing both days.
Monmouth Racetrack, Oceanport, NJ
Cost: $15, General Admission is $6. 12 and under are free
School’s Out Food Truck Fair!
June 29 & 30
Come join for an outdoor, fun-filled day of relaxing fun on the grounds of Laurita Winery — a great place to enjoy outstanding wines with friends and family. Pair their delicious wines with the many delicious food offerings available from onsite food trucks. Wine and dine while listening to top live musical artists. Other treats include: free parking, face painter for kids (1:00-4:00) fire pits, fantastic fireworks (Saturday evening) and access to many unique and popular food trucks
Laurita Winery, 85 Archertown Rd New Egypt, NJ
Cost: $13 per person, $15 at the door. Teachers, and attendees 20 and under FREE!
Hammonton Red White and Blue Berry Festival
June 30, 10 am – 4 pm
This family event features live music, kids’ rides and activities, a classic car show, a blueberry pie-eating contest, arts and crafts, food, and more.
Hammonton High School,566 Old Forks Road, Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free admission, Free parking
Hopatcong Monthly Market
June 30, 11 am – 4 pm
Join 50+ vendors each month offering a variety of items, from food to crafts and everything in between.
120 River Styx Rd., Hopatcong, NJ
Cost: Free
Firefly Festival
June 30, 4 pm – 9 pm
Fireflies are an “electrifying” part of summer, and to celebrate, enjoy an evening of nature, music, good food, and outdoor fun at this exciting free event. Make your own wings and antenna for a $7.00 charge for the crafts activities. Enjoy live music while waiting for the fireflies to come out, with pony rides available all evening and a special barnyard fun play area open for evening play. Lolly Hopwood will perform for all the young firefly friends, inviting everyone to sing, dance, and play with her interactive and imaginative shows. Pam’s Firefly Tent will offer delicious goodies like grilled chicken, hot dogs, pie, apple cider, donuts, cookies, and apples, with Terhune’s own wine available for adults to sample or buy by the glass in the wine orchard.
330 Cold Soil Rd. Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
