37 Free New Jersey Events in July 2022

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 in July. Be sure to put these free events (which include fireworks, free movies, festivals, and more) on your calendar.

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New Jersey Free Events for July 2022:

2022 Randolph Freedom Festival
June 30, July 1, 2
Vendors, food trucks, and rides too. On July 2, there will be a parade at 10 AM and fireworks at 9:45 PM
County College of Morris, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ

Merchantville Market Off Centre
July 1, 5PM – 9PM
The Merchantville Market Off Centre kicks off the 2022 season on Friday, July 1, from 5pm-9pm on the Merchantville Mile! They’re throwin’ it back with a skate party on the mile so grab your skates, boards, scooters and bikes to roll on down to the Market! Stock up on fresh produce, baked goods, and art while DJ Blake keeps the tunes going for this old-school skate party Market kick-off!
Chestnut Ave & Park Ave. Merchantville, NJ

Medford Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Display
July 1, 6PM – 10PM
This family event at Freedom Park on July 1 is a day-into-night celebration with shows, games and more. There will be a Kid’s Activity Zone, music on the main stage, a food court, vendors, fireworks display and more.
17 North Main Street Medford, NJ

Wildwoods Boardwalk Friday Night Fireworks
July 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29
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 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 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

New Jersey Symphony Free Summer Concert
July 2, 7:30PM
Enjoy the sounds of your New Jersey Symphony under the stars! This free outdoor program features a tribute to Sondheim, Sousa’s ode to his time in New Jersey in “The Atlantic City Pageant” and so much more. An inspiring performance by the New Jersey Symphony Youth Orchestra’s Henry Lewis Concerto Competition winner rounds out this concert of favorites the whole family will love.
1 Pearl Street, Metuchen, NJ

Blueberry Summer Fest Markets
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 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.
120 West Whites Bogs Road #34 Browns Mills, NJ

Pier Village Family Fun Night
July 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31, 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

4th of July Parade at Historic Smithville
July 4, 9AM
Come out and celebrate our Nations’ birth! Historic Smithville has the largest Fourth of July parade in all of New Jersey. The parade will start at 9 a.m. with an expected 10,000 people to line the parade route.
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Galloway, 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

Kites in the Heights
July 5, 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 5, 12, 19, & 26
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

Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers and Makers Market
July 6, 13, 20, & 27 11AM – 4PM
A weekly farmers & markets market season that runs on Wednesdays from March until November and features around 50 local artists, makers, farmers, and food purveyors. Located in Holmdel, NJ, Bell Works is a 2 million square foot metroburb featuring 5 floors of offices, a full restaurant and retail experience, and a rooftop bar
101 Crawford’s Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ

Glassboro Summer Fest
July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 5PM – 9PM
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 7, 14, 21, & 28
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.
7/7- Happy Feet 2
7/14- Encanto
7/21- Sing 2
7/28- Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker
South Decatur Ave, Margate, NJ

Kites and Castles
July 7, 14, 21, & 28, 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

New Jersey State Barbecue Championship™ and the Angelsea Blues Festival
July 8 – 10
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

Asbury Refresh Vintage and Oddities Market
July 9, 10AM – 3PM
REFRESH is a monthly celebration of all things vintage, oddities & one of a kind collectibles. Join Asbury Fresh Markets on select Saturdays through the year where you can shop from a curated collection of over 50 vendors selling unique items & more.
Kennedy Park next to Cross+Orange, Asbury Park, NJ

“Best in Show” Pet Party
July 9, 10AM – 2PM
It’s the 2nd Annual “Best in Show” Pet Party! Pet-themed vendors will be set up and ready for shoppers with local offerings ranging from pet services, accessories, home decor and more! At 2pm there will be a Pup Stru with have three contest categories: Biggest, Smallest, and Best Costume; sign-ups will be located at our Info Tent beginning at 10am and closing at 1:30pm; it is $5/per pet, per category; proceeds will be going to a local shelter in need! They will also be collecting items for our local shelters…we will have a collection bin set up at our Info Tent; currently seeking these donations: Dog + Cat Food, Chlorine Bleach, Cat Litter, Food Bowls, Litter Pans, Blankets, Towels, Treats and Toys.200 Creek Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ

Second Saturday in Collingswood
July 9, 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

Freehold Twp Day
July 9, 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

Family Ag Days at the Wayne Museum
July 10 & 24, 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 14 & 28, 7PM – 9:30PM
This summer marks the 18th 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

Somerdale Summer Concert Series
July 14 & 28, 6:30PM – 9:30PM
Bring a lawn chair Thursday nights to the Somerdale Park Amphitheater from 6:30 – 9:30PM. Craft Beer and Food Trucks onsite.
July 14 – The Rat Pack Show, Sounds of Frank, Dino & Sammy
July 28 – Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute Band
Somerdale Park, Somerdale, NJ

Kite Night
July 14, 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

West Orange Downtown Thursday Free Outdoor Family Programming
July 14 & 28, 5PM – 8PM
The Downtown West Orange Alliance is excited to host creative programs, music, and outdoor dining on select Thursdays in the downtown this summer for residents and visitors to enjoy. The events are free, family-friendly, and open to all. West Orange residents, surrounding communities and visitors beyond are invited to come eat, shop, and take part in special programs the entire family can enjoy. Spend the whole evening, or drop by for a shorter visit that fits your schedule. Event highlights include a block party, ice carving, touch-a-truck, crafts, games, lots of music, and of course outdoor dining.
West Orange, NJ

Butterfly Festival
July 16, 12PM – 4PM
Spend an exceptional afternoon with the Gloucester County Cultural and Heritage Commission and Parks and Rec as they fly into July with the Butterfly Festival! Held at Red Bank Battlefield on July 16th from 12 pm to 4pm (Raindate July 17th, 12 pm to 4pm). All ages welcome
100 County Rd 642 National Park, NJ

Bell Works Fresh Saturday Night Market
 July 16, 2PM – 7PM
A monthly night market season runs on Saturdays from March until November and features around 50 local artists, makers, live music, & drinks. Located in Holmdel, NJ, Bell Works is a 2 million square foot metroburb featuring 5 floors of offices, a full restaurant and retail experience, and a rooftop bar
101 Crawford’s Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ

Waterford Car Show and Family Fun Day
July 16, 3PM – 7PM, rain date July 30
Crafter/Vendors, Food Trucks, Games & Inflatables for the kids and of course all kinds of CARS!
Waterford Township Municipal, 2131 Auburn Ave, Atco, NJ

Drive-In Movie Nights at Billian Legion Park
July 16
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

State Theatre New Jersey’s FREE Summer Movies Series
July 19 & 26, 10:30AM -12:30PM and 7PM – 9PM
State Theatre New Jersey’s FREE Summer Movies Series is back with morning and evening weekday screenings. Experience your favorite films on our gigantic 46’ screen, with our state-of-the-art sound system, in our newly renovated theater! Groups and camps are welcomed and encouraged to join us! If you are bringing a group of 20+, please email education@stnj.org. All movies will include Spanish subtitles.
July 19 – Raya and the Last Dragon
July 26 – Luca
State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ

Hammonton Green Market
July 21, 5PM – 8PM
The Hammonton Green Committee is preparing to host our first series of Green Market events that will take place from 5 to 8 p.m., in collaboration with Downtown Hammonton’s “Third Thursday”. The Green Market will be located on Horton Street in Hammonton near Marcello’s and Chimney Rustic Ale. Downtown Hammonton’s Third Thursday events attract people from Hammonton and the surrounding communities with a variety of activities and seasonal themed shopping opportunities with our downtown arts district, nonprofit organizations, restaurants, breweries and retail businesses. The focus of the Hammonton Green Market is to provide products and services that will inspire our community to live more sustainably. Our mission is to bring sustainability focused and eco-conscious farmers, artisans, crafters and educational opportunities to our town that may positively impact our community’s health and well-being.
Horton St, Hammonton, NJ

’80s Mixed-Tape Outdoor Movie Series
July 21, 8:30PM
Catch a totally awesome ’80s movie outdoors in Ocean Grove. Registration is required. Movie:Back to the Future
66 S Main St, Ocean Grove, NJ

July Craft & Antique Show
July 23, 10AM – 3PM
A monthly outdoor market featuring an eclectic mix of local homemade, vintage, and antique goods. Plus live music and food vendors.
200 Creek Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ

Christmas in July Golf Cart Parade
July 23, 10AM – 12PM
Take part in the Inaugural City of Wildwood Christmas in July Golf Cart Parade on Saturday, July 23 from 10 a.m. – noon. The parade route will include the Boardwalk and Pacific Avenue. A map of the parade route will be available close to the date. After the parade, head over to Fox Park to get a jump start on your holiday shopping! Craft and food vendors will be set up until 6 p.m. Registration is FREE! To register your golf cart to be in the parade click here. For more information, call 609-522-5837 or recreation-wildwoodnj.org.
Pacific Ave, Wildwood, 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: “Encanto”.The event will be held in Memory Park and admission is FREE.
Memory Park, Newton, NJ