35 Free New Jersey Events in July 2021

June 28, 2021 newjerseyisntboring

Is your favorite four-letter word FREE? Of course, it is! Good thing there’s plenty of free, fun entertainment going on in NJ all month long is July. Be sure to put these free events (which include fireworks, free movies, festivals, and more) on your calendar.

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30 Free New Jersey Events in July 2021:

Philharmonic’s Patriotic Concert
July 1, 7PM (Rain Date July 2)
Kick off your July 4th weekend with the Philharmonic’s FREE outdoor concert, Celebrating the Red, White, and Blue, featuring music of John Philip Sousa, John Williams, a salute to our veterans, and more! Featuring special guest vocalist Storm Large. Join Voorhees Town Center. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy the music with your whole family!
2120 Voorhees Town Center Voorhees Township, NJ

Brick’s Summerfest Concert Series w/ Fireworks
July 1, 8, 15, 22
Summerfest will be held on four Thursdays in July, 2021, each concert event will be followed by fireworks. A food court and beer and wine garden for guests ages 21 and over will be available for each concert.
Concerts with Fireworks schedule:
July 1: SuperTransAM (’70s and ’80s arena rock).
July 8: The Amish Outlaws (Pop/Rock)
July 15: The Nerds (Pop/Rock)
July 22: ’80s and ’90s theme music night.
Windward Beach Park, 265 Princeton Ave, Brick, NJ

Glassboro Summer Fest
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Join the 5th annual Summer Fest, happening every Thursday in June and July from 5:00-9:00pm in the Glassboro Town Square. Enjoy live entertainment with a variety of bands and activities, as well as food trucks and local craft beer and wine!
Glassboro Town Square, Glassboro, NJ

Thrilling Thursdays in Margate
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Get a head start on the weekend with this busy Thursday roster of activities in Margate. Start your day with a visit to the farmers market, shop at local sidewalk sales, play free cornhole and visit the beach free-of-charge. Top it off with a beachfront movie night.
7/1-Tom and Jerry
7/8- Jaws 2
7/15- Monsters, Inc
7/22- Star Wars: Force Awakens
7/29- The Lion King 2019
South Decatur Ave, Margate, NJ

Kites and Castles
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 7PM
Bring your kites to the Philadelphia Avenue beach every Thursday night for sandcastle building and kite flying. A first place prize is awarded each week, and prizes are given to all participants.
Philadephia Avenue Beach, 1200 Oceanfront, Lavallette, NJ

Movies in the Park
July 2, 8PM. Rain Date July 3
Gather the family and bring your blankets and chairs to catch a free movie anywhere throughout Gloucester County all summer long. Movie: Sonic the Hedgehog
155 Commissioners Road Mullica Hill, NJ

Wildwoods Boardwalk Friday Night Fireworks
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
The fireworks will be launched from the beach on Pine Avenue and visible from anywhere on the Wildwoods Boardwalk!
Wildwoods Boardwalk, Pine Ave, Wildwood, NJ

Somerville Cruise Nights
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 6PM – 9PM
Cruise Nights are Back in Downtown Somerville! Come out and enjoy the classic cars that line Main Street every Friday (weather permitting) from 6:00 – 9:00PM. Own a classic car? Come be a part of a downtown tradition thats over 30 years in the making!
W Main St, Somerville, NJ

Mount Holly’s Independence Day Celebration
July 3, 6PM – 10PM
Mount Holly Township will be hosting their annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 3, 2021 from 6 to 10 p.m. This event is open to the public – admission, and shows are all FREE of charge, food and drink are available for purchase onsite. Sponsored by Lucas Automotive Group, PSE&G, and Comcast, this year’s celebration will feature a variety of fun, family-friendly, free activities that run the spectrum from free water ice and balloon animals for kids to events for families of all ages and much more. Additionally, the event will boast more than 35 different food vendors from around the region offering delicious culinary options from around the world sure to satisfy everyone’s palate. The celebration will also feature live music from some of the area’s hottest local bands including The Esteem Allstars and Who Knows along with some special demonstrations and surprises starting at 5 p.m. The event will conclude with a spectacular themed fireworks display, which is set to begin promptly at sundown.Ironworks Park, located at 157 Wollner Drive in Mount Holly, NJ

Free Canoes & Kayaks at Scotland Run Park
July 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31
Canoes and kayaks will be available at the Scotland Run Park beach area. Saturdays and Sundays only, from June 12 through September 5. The boats are available beginning at 9 am and the last boat launch is at 3 pm. Boats are on a first come, first serve basis. All children 14 years and younger, must be accompanied by an adult. Life jackets and paddles are provided. Masks and social distancing are required when checking in. See you on the water!
980 Academy Street Clayton, NJ

Blueberry Summer Fest Markets
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10AM – 2PM
Blueberry Summer Fest Saturday Markets will run All Blueberry Season Long at Whitesbog! Order a plant, a flat of fresh local blueberries, local blueberry pie in advance. Live music, handmade crafts and art, blueberry picking all on a smaller scale in the historic farm and village. No entry fee but donations are welcome, No overflow parking so entry will close once we reach capacity.
July Themes:
July 3: Red, White, and Blueberry
July 17: Plants of the Pines
July 24: Creatures of the Pines
July 31: Living History
120 West Whites Bogs Road #34 Browns Mills, NJ

Little Falls 4th of July Street Fair
July 4, 10AM – 5PM
Join us on 4th of July for live music and entertainment along with family fun attractions. Over 125 exhibitors, kiddie rides & climbing wall, kids games, face painters, amusements, temp tattoos, and more. A special section with craft exhibitors and artists. Many local merchants and civic organizations will be participating. Fabulous festival foods, everything from shishkabobs, kettle corn, pulled pork, sausage sandwiches to ice cream, zeppoles, funnel cakes, and Italian ices. Come eat, shop & play!
Main St. & Stevens Ave., Little Falls, NJ

July 4th Hike to Revolutionary War Powder Mill
July 4, 11AM – 12PM
Celebrate our nation’s birth with a hike along Patriots’ Path to the archaeological site of Jacob Ford Jr.’s Powder Mill. A visit to the archaeological site of the oldest remaining Revolutionary-Era powder mill site located along the Whippany River will offer insight into how a small wooden structure with a dirt/rock-lined floor was crucial in our fight for independence. A vital resource during the Revolutionary War, recent research has shown evidence that the mill was used for the critical remanufacture of damaged gun powder. The remanufactured powder was then disbursed to troops in the field and to Gen. Henry Knox’s cantonment near Pluckemin.
Morris County Historical Society at Acorn Hall, 68 Lafayette Ave., Morristown, NJ

Jersey City Midnight Market Fireworks Festival
July 4, 12PM – 10PM
Jersey City Night Market is an open-air event celebrating Jersey City culture and commerce! Join for an evening of delicious food, artisanal shopping, drinks, and music. This event is free to attend and all are welcome! Support local and support small!
EXCHANGE PLACE PATH PLAZA, Jersey City, NJ

Freedom Festival – 4th of July
July 4, 5PM
Celebrate Independence Day at the Freedom Festival on the Camden Waterfront. Presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners, City of Camden and WMGK at Wiggins Park. This festival brings thousands of people together to enjoy a series of artists and a spectacular firework show from Serpico Pyrotechnics. Be sure to come to the Camden Waterfront for food, beer, music and fireworks in celebration of the annual Freedom Festival.
1 Harbour Blvd Camden, NJ

Pier Village Family Fun Night
July 4, 11, 18, 25, 12PM – 9PM
Pier Village is brimming with free activities every Sunday. Check out mini golf, a rock-climbing wall, trampoline bungee, games, rides, and more. The family fun night kicks off at noon and runs all afternoon and evening long.
Pier Village Festival Plaza, Chelsea Avenue, Long Branch, NJ

Kites in the Heights
July 6, 4PM – 7PM
Free, kite flying with huge, entertaining kites for the kids. Bring the whole family. Bring your own kite to join in the flying.
Carteret Ave. beach (north of Casino Pier), Seaside Heights, NJ

Sweet Sounds Downtown Jazz Festival
July 6, 13, 20, 27
Enjoy a night out in town with free music as you stroll, eat, and relax at outdoor venues around town featuring live musicians. Talented jazz groups play and entertain each Tuesday evening through August with Wednesday rain dates. Bands will play at various locations: on Central Avenue in front of Banana Republic, the lawn in front of the North Avenue Train Station, Elm Street in front of the Baptist Church, and in Foundation Park across the street from 439 South Avenue West (near the corner of South Avenue Weast and Westfield Avenue).
Downtown Westfield, NJ

New Jersey State Barbecue Championship™ and the Angelsea Blues Festival
July 9 – 11
The New Jersey State Barbecue Championship℠ is a three-day open-air festival featuring championship barbecue competitions; live cooking demonstrations, special displays, and food and beverage vendors to satisfy every taste and appetite. The Anglesea Blues Festival℠ features both national and regional blues musicians and is held in conjunction with the New Jersey State Barbecue Championship℠. Throughout the weekend, free live entertainment is featured on our outdoor main stage, as well as additional acts in neighboring establishments.
201 New Jersey Ave, N Wildwood, NJ

Jackson Food Truck & Fireworks Extravaganza
July 10, 3PM
Johnson Park is the backdrop for this evening-long patriotic fete, which culminates in a stunning fireworks display. Before the sparklers fly, enjoy fare from local food trucks, live music, and fun giveaways. Shorty Long and the Jersey Horns provide the entertainment, and there’s plenty of room for dancing.
Johnson Park, 200 Kierych Drive, Jackson, NJ

Freehold Twp Day
July 10, 4PM
Freehold Township in partnership with the Veteran’s Community Alliance invite you to attend the 18th Annual Freehold Township Day at Michael J. Tighe Park. Free rides, local organizations and vendors, Teen Center, Screaming Broccoli and The Phil Engel Band on the main stage, Don’t Forget the Vet Car Show with over 100 cars and most importantly, showing our patriotic support and helping our veterans. FIREWORKS at 9:15 p.m.
Michael J. Tighe Park, Freehold, NJ

Jefferson Fest
July 10, 5PM
Jefferson Township’s Annual Jefferson Fest is ON this year! Join the fun Saturday, July 10th for music, food trucks, and fireworks! Don’t forget to bring a chair or blanket to sit on to enjoy the yummy food! Food trucks begin at 5pm.Fireworks begin at approx. 9:30pm
Jefferson Township High School, Oak Ridge, NJ

Second Saturday in Collingswood
July 10, 5PM
Enjoy live music and art all over Collingswood! Second Saturday was started by a collection of store owners that had an interest in promoting the arts in Collingswood. Each month from March to December visitors can plan a night on the town to experience the unique arts, music, shopping and dining Collingswood is known for. As always, Second Saturdays are free and there are local artists and musicians on each block. Just arrive & enjoy the culture.
Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ

Pemberton Township Water Carnival
July 10, 5PM
Pemberton Township hosts an aquatic celebration, with water inflatables, a DJ, vendors, games and food. Top off the evening with a fireworks display at 9pm. From 5-10pm, there is free parking and shuttle service from Stackhouse/Harker-Wylie Complex. Rain date is July 11.
Mirror Lake Beach, Pemberton/Browns Mills, NJ

Drive-In Movie Nights at Billian Legion Park
July 10 & 31
Billian Legion Park hosts summer movie nights, complete with themes, giveaways, and refreshments. The movies are free, but registration is required. You are welcome to bring chairs and sit outside your vehicle. Gates open at 7:15pm for parking. The movie will start between 8:30pm and 8:50pm depending on sunset as it needs to be dark enough to see the picture on the screen.
Billian Legion Park, Bound Brook, NJ

Family Ag Days at the Wayne Museum
July 11 & 25, 9AM – 1PM
The County of Passaic in conjunction with Hazelman Farms presents Family Ag Days during the summer months. All Family Ag Days will be on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on the following dates: June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8, August 22, September 12, September 26.
Van Riper-Hopper House, 533 Berdan Avenue in Wayne, NJ

Summer Concert Series hosted by the Roxbury Arts Alliance
July 15, 22, 29, 7PM – 9:30PM
This summer marks the 17th Summer Concert Series presented by the Roxbury Arts Alliance. These free concerts take place weekly during July and August at the bandshell* at Horseshoe Lake in Succasunna–be sure to bring blankets or chairs to sit on.
Horseshoe Lake Bandshell, 72 Eyland Avenue, Succasunna, NJ

NSPDO Annual Ice Cream Social
July 16, 3PM – 5PM
The annual ice cream social is back and better than ever! Please RSVP 🎟 to nspdo11@gmail.com or the fb event so they can make sure there’s enough 🍦🍦🍦 & 🥨🍿🍪’s for all!!
🍦🍨🍧 Dolly Jingles Ice Cream Truck with 65 different varieties of individually wrapped ice cream
🥨🍿 The Scoop Snack Truck offering popcorn, pretzels, cotton candy, nachos & cheese and churros
🐸🐢🦎 Rizzo’s Wildlife World will be bringing their baby alligator and 10′ python🐍🐍
👮‍♀️👮🚓 Andover Township Police Department will be doing car seat inspections for our littlest members of the community 👶👶
⚾️🏀🏉Giant 3-in-1 Sports Blow Up
🏋️🤼‍♀️Skylands Ninja Warrior
🎨🍇Painted Grape
🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️ Njswim (Sparta)
***RETURNING FAVORITES:
🎪👩‍🎨Pixie Pop the Clown doing her famous face painting & balloon art🎈🎈
👩‍🚒🧑‍🚒Andover Township Volunteer Fire Department with their fire truck
👮‍♂️🕵️ Sussex County Sheriff’s Office doing fingerprinting for kids
👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️🚑 Lakeland Emergency Squad will be bringing an ambulance
⚾️🥎Herbie the Miner from the Sussex County Miners taking pics with fans
11 Lawrence Rd, Newton, NJ

Cars, Bikes, & Coffee at Rancocas Woods
July 17, 10AM – 3PM
Come out and show off your Cars & Bikes! Help support the Rancocas Woods Business Association (501(c)3 with the revitalization of the Rancocas Woods Village & Shops. They are asking everyone to please bring cans of food to help support our local food banks!
200 Creek Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ

Waterford Car Show and Family Fun Day
July 17, 3PM – 7PM Rain Date July 24
Crafter/Vendors, Food Trucks, Games & Inflatables for the kids and of course all kinds of CARS!
Waterford Township Municipal, 2131 Auburn Ave, Atco, NJ

Kite Night
July 22, 5:30PM
Once again Friends of Ortley Beach will host their popular Kite Night! Grab a beach chair or blanket and watch beautiful large-scale kites on the beach. Mr. Softee’s ice cream truck will also be onsite. This year’s Kite Nights are funded through a generous donation from Dakan Homes.
3rd Ave, Ortley Beach, Toms River, NJ

’80s Mixed-Tape Outdoor Movie Series
July 22, 8:30PM
Catch a totally awesome ’80s movie outdoors in Ocean Grove. Registration is required. Movie: Little Shop of Horrors.
66 S Main St, Ocean Grove, NJ

Beach Ball-A-Palooza
July 23, 5PM
It’s an all-around summer celebration in Toms River, with live music, food trucks, games, nature walks, crafts, and a magic show.
Bayfront Fields, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ

Outdoor Movie Night at Memory Park
July 30, 8PM, Rain Date July 31
Join for Outdoor Movie Night Friday, July 30th at 8:00 P.M. in Memory Park. Movie: “Onward”.The event will be held in Memory Park and admission is FREE. They want everyone to have a good time and be safe, so maintain 6 feet apart from other groups.
Memory Park, Newton, NJ

Discovering Raritan
July 31, 4PM – 9PM
An event for all ages! Enjoy local businesses, food, beer & activities!
Somerset Street, Raritan Borough, NJ

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