Events to Check Out this Weekend: August 28 – 30, 2015

Rahway International Film Festival – Aug 28-30

The Third Annual Rahway International Film Festival returns on August 28-30, 2015 at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage for the Performing Arts, presenting a full weekend of INDEPENDENT FILMS, SEMINARS, NETWORKING EVENTS, & AFTER-PARTIES! This year’s lineup is full of brilliant independent films by filmmakers from around the world spanning 12 different countries as well as by local filmmakers right here at home. A highlight of this year’s festival is the introduction of feature length films in addition to short films, plus a special Saturday night outdoor screening. The mission of the Rahway International Film Festival is to provide an opportunity for artists worldwide to showcase works that educate and inspire equality, empathy and awareness through film.

Dates: August 28th – 30th, 2015; Full Schedule Here
Address: Hamilton Stage; 360 Hamilton St, Rahway
Cost: Tickets Begin at $10. Buy in advance Here
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Asbury Park Punk Rock Flea Market – Aug 29

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Brews by the Bay Craft Beer Festival – Aug 29

The festival will kick off in Cape May, New Jersey this year at 11:30am to 3:30pm with the events ending in Lewes, Delaware from 4pm to 8pm. Hosted by the Delaware Brewers Guild and New Jersey Brewers guild; we will feature live music, local foods, craft brews, yard games and BYO-Chair.

With your ticket you get 15 – 4 ounce samples with the option to purchase more and a souvenir BBTB glass!

**Ticket prices will be an additional $5 at the door (Designated Driver will remain $5).

Date: Saturday, August 29th, 2015
Cost: $45 for NJ or Delaware, $70 for both (includes ferry ride). Purchase Here
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Bikes and Bites Food Truck Festival – Aug 29

Take a ride. All motorcycles and enthusiasts are welcome to a day at the Manahawkin Flea Market designed for those who prefer to attend their dining destination via two wheels. Music, motorcycles, vendors and Food Trucks will be on site to serve up tasty grub to any and all riders. Live music featuring Matt O’Ree.

Food Trucks include:
1 Potato Two
CheezeN
Kenny’s Empanadas
Zinna’s Mobile Bistro
Mary Queen of Pork
Cold Stone Creamery

Date: August 29, 2015; 11am to 4pm
Address: Manahawkin Flea Mart; 657 E. Bay Ave, Manahawkin
Cost: Free
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Jersey City LGBT Pride Parade – Aug 29

Date: Saturday August 29th, 12pm to 8pm
Address: Downtown Jersey City- Between Grove St and Jersey Ave
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– Aug 29

The Long Branch Jazz & Blues Festival is the third & final in the series The Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Festivals 2015. This is a full day of music ending with fireworks at a beautiful venue on the Jersey Shore.

Date: Saturday, August 29th, 2015; 12pm to 10pm
Address: Great Lawn on the Promenade; McKinley Ave. & Cooper Ave,Long Branch
Cost: Free
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Manahopkin Craft Beer & Music Fest – Aug 29

Like good beer? Like good music? This is an event NOT to be missed. Music by Cheers the Band and Stellar MOJO. 15+ Craft breweries, Food Trucks, Crafters and much, MUCH more! Supports the Stafford Township P.B.A.

Date: Saturday, August 29th, 2015; 1-7pm
Address: Manahawkin State Park, Manahawkin NJ
Cost: $40, Includes beer tasting, Belgian beer tasting glass. $8 GA. Tickets Here
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Mount Olive Food Truck & Firework Festival – Aug 29

Date: Saturday, August 29th, 2015; 4pm to 10pm
Address: Turkey Brook Park; 30 Flanders Road, Budd Lake, NJ
Cost: Free admission
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Toy Con NJ – August 29 & 30

ToyConNJ will feature 170+ tables of Collectibles and featuring special celebrity guests, comic artists and special events for the entire family. A COSPLAY cash prize contest will be held Saturday Evening and run by Mayhem Collectibles. If you plan to attend in costume than why not enter the contest!

Address: 33 Baldwin Rd, Parsippany
Dates: August 29th & 30th, 2015
Cost: $5, free to anyone in fully costume. Children under 12 are free
For more information check them out on Facebook
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Beaver Creek Wine Festival – Aug 29 & 30

Enjoy specialty foods prepared using Four Sisters Winery’s Award Winning Beaver Creek Red Wine as well as sangria & cocktails including a Beaver Creek Punch for the little ones! Wine Tasting & Barefoot Grape Stomping too! Held in their field in their Grand Arena next to the winery. Bring your lawn chairs & blankets.

Dates: August 29th & 30th, 2015; 12pm to 5pm
Address: Four Sisters Winery; 783 N Bridgeville Rd/County Rd 519; Belvidere
Cost: $5, $10 at the Gate. Call now to make your reservations! 1-908-475-3671
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Grape Stomping Festival – Aug 30