New Jersey Beer Events and Festivals
For enthusiasts of beer, there’s great news! New Jersey Isn’t Boring has provided a comprehensive guide to Craft Beer Events and Festivals in the state. Explore the titles of the events for direct information links. The New Jersey Craft Beer Events are organized in chronological order.
New Jersey Craft Beer Events 2026:
Featured!
Asbury Park Summer Beer, Wine, & Spirits Fest
June 27, 1 pm – 4:30 pm
Asbury Park Summer Fest is a perfect opportunity for guests to meet and hang out with friends and enjoy the libation of their choice. Enjoy the Surf, Sun and Samples throughout the session. Summer Fest is your all access pass to emerging and renowned breweries, wineries and spirits from around the corner to across the globe. Guests will enjoy samples for the entire evening paired with live entertainment, food and interactive games. With over 100 different samples to try it’s a great place to discover new brews, wines and spirits and speak to brewery representatives, sommeliers and master distillers . Enjoy everything from your favorite local brews to international wines. Summer Fest will also feature amazing local food vendors.
101-199 Fifth Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: $60-$70. Save 40% with code NJIB
JUNE
Lions, Tigers, and Beers
June 6 (4 pm – 8 pm) & June 7 (12 pm – 4 pm)
The Annual Lions, Tigers, and Beers Festival at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge is back by popular demand, they’re turning up the excitement by expanding the festivities across two unforgettable days. Tickets are on sale now for a weekend filled with craft brews, wine, custom cocktails, live music, animal encounters, food trucks, raffles, games, prizes, and more.
Popcorn Park, 1 Humane Way, Forked River, NJ
Cost: $20 – $140
Hop Sauce Festival
June 13, 11 am – 5 pm
HopSauce Festival is a craft beer and hot sauce festival set to the soundtrack of an eclectic mix of original live artists. It’s become a favorite of traditional LBI summertime families and a new generation’s appreciation for great food, drink, music, and art.
325 Taylor Avenue, Beach Haven, NJ
Cost: $25 – $70
Czig Meister Brewing Company’s 10th Anniversary!
June 13, 12 pm – 10 pm
Join for Czig Meister’s 10th Anniversary Celebration! Celebrate with a day of craft beer, food trucks, artisan market, games, and live music. 10th Anniversary Theme: X – Marks the Spot : Pirates & Treasure! Break out your best pirate gear and get ready to party
Czig Meister Brewing Company – 106 Valentine St, Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
NJ Beer & Food Festival
June 20
Crystal Springs Resort is proud to host the New Jersey Beer & Food Festival — the ultimate weekend for beer lovers. Don’t miss the king of NJ beer events, sponsored by Paul Miller Auto Group. Come sample over 200 craft beer, cider & traditional brews, plus feast on an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring barbecue pulled pork, coal roasted leg of lamb, beef brisket and slaw, wood roasted chicken and more. You’ll also enjoy great entertainment including live musi, goat races, axe throwing, hot air balloon rides, laser clay shooting, hippity-hop races, lawn games, giant beer pong & more.
Resort Entrance at Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ
Brew at the Zoo
June 27, 6 pm – 9 pm
The Essex County Turtle Back Zoo and the Zoological Society of New Jersey will celebrate Brew at the Zoo. 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
JULY & Beyond…
Harvest Brew Fest
September 19, 10 am – 5 pm
Enjoy craft beers and celebrate South Jersey during this all-day festival that celebrates all things local! Enjoy local food vendors, local artisans, local craft beers and local musical talent.
Location TBD
Cost: Free to attend
Glassboro Craft Beer Festival
September 26, 1 pm – 5 pm (VIP begins at 12 pm)
Recently named #7 on USA Today’s 10 Best list of the Top 10 Beer Festivals in the country, the event continues to grow as a must-attend annual celebration. Guests can expect a full day of live music, an extensive variety of craft beverages to sample, and a curated selection of local craft vendors—headlined by high-energy local band Shot of Southern. Glassboro Craft Beer Festival is held in partnership with the Borough of Glassboro, New Jersey.
This year’s festival will feature:
50+ breweries serving nearly 100 unique craft beers
A live performance from Shot of Southern
A variety of food trucks and local craft vendors
Select wineries offering regional wines
Glassboro Town Square, Glassboro, NJ
Cost: $20 – $50