NJIB’s Guide to 50+ New Jersey April Events & Festivals
Looking for exciting events and activities in New Jersey this April? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide is your ticket to the best events, festivals, and happenings across the state. Whether you’re a local looking for weekend plans or a visitor eager to explore the Garden State, this guide has something for everyone. From flower festivals to food festivals, cultural celebrations, and family-friendly events, April in New Jersey is brimming with excitement. Let us be your go-to resource for making the most of this vibrant month
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New Jersey April Festivals & Events:
The Week of April 1st – April 7th, 2024:
Rahway Taste of Spring
April 5, 5:30 pm – 9 pm
Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe, the Rahway City Council, and the City of Rahway’s Special Improvement District invite you to get your taste buds ready for their premier Restaurant Tasting Event, happening in Downtown Rahway—the Rahway Taste of Spring! Now in its 21st year, this event has been widely recognized as the largest tasting event of its kind in the NJ/NY Metro Area, typically with upwards of 40 eateries and bakeries, plus an additional 40 stations of national distributors of fine wine, boutique beers and aperitifs. With live music, good food, wines and beers from all over the world, Rahway’s Taste of Spring is the place to be this April. Tickets for the Friday, April 5th event are $40 per person and will sell out fast! Tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite or through the Eventbrite QR code at Witty’s only!
Rahway Recreation Center, 275 East Milton Avenue Rahway, NJ
Cost: $40
Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo
Friday April 5, 5 pm – 9 pm; Saturday April 6, 10 am – 7 pm; Sunday April 7, 10 am – 5 pm
The Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo unfolds as a 2.5-day wellness community event, fostering connections with premier Holistic Experts, Practitioners, and Businesses across the Northeast. Featuring over 200 unique metaphysical practitioners, empowering thought leaders, and organizations dedicated to wellness, the event promises a weekend of Healing, Upliftment, and Transformation. Attendees can immerse themselves in a diverse range of experiences, including Crystals, Reiki, Aura Photography, Meditation, Organic Skin Care, and much more. With offerings such as Psychic Readings, Sound Healing, and Visionary Artwork, there’s something enlightening for everyone. Building upon the success of previous events, organizers encourage guests to save the date for April 5-7, 2024, at the NJ Convention & Exposition Center in Edison, NJ. The event boasts free totes for the first 200 attendees on Saturday and Sunday, alongside free workshops, special giveaways, and kid-friendly activities. Tickets are available at the door, with various admission options to accommodate diverse preferences. As participants from across the USA converge to share their unique gifts and techniques, the expo anticipates a weekend of inclusiveness, unity, and spiritual growth.
New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison NJ 08837
Cost: Friday- Free, Saturday and Sunday $10. Weekend Pass- $15. Weekend Pass w/ Canvas Tote & Surprise Items- $30.00
Hoboken Literary Weekend
April 5 – 7
Little City Books is hosting its annual Hoboken Literary Weekend from April 5 -7. Best-selling authors from sci-fi, memoir, fiction, history, YA, science, and poetry will be in the bookstore with readings, Q&As, interviews, and book signings. Featured authors include Joyce Carol Oates, Tia Williams and Kim Coleman Foote.
Hoboken, NJ
Cost: Varies per event
Wheaton Springs
April 6, 10 am – 4 pm
Celebrate the start of WheatonArts’ 2024 creative season with this free kick-off event highlighting our many daily offerings and hands-on programming! Explore thought-provoking exhibits in the Museum of American Glass and Down Jersey Folklife Center, showcasing glass collections and the complexities and values of traditional arts through modern-day times. Experience various artist demonstrations throughout the campus, including glassmaking, pottery, large-scale murals, 3D printing, and more. Discover a series of hands-on projects to create across campus including a Community Wings collaborative art project and discounted glass-fused magnets in the Education Studio. Enjoy a bite to eat from food vendors and listen to live music.Wheaton Springs offers every visitor the chance to explore, experience, and create across a campus that inspires and heals the senses. Admission to all WheatonArts exhibits and artist studio demonstrations are FREE and open to the public, part of “Family Days! Presented by PNC Arts Alive!” Learn more at wheatonarts.org.
1000 Village Drive, Millville, NJ
Cost: Free
Hoboken Mac & Cheese Festival
April 6, 1 pm – 5 pm
Join the Party With Purpose for a Mac & Cheese crawl you don’t want to miss! Round up your crew, bring your family, and get ready to sample all kinds of Mac & Cheese creations (more on that below) from some of the best spots in Hoboken. Your ticket includes a sample of Mac & Cheese from every participating location. A portion of each ticket will benefit Party With Purpose*, a Hoboken non-profit supporting children’s initiatives
Downtown Hoboken, NJ
Cost: $12 – $35
Jersey City Night Market
April 6, 3 pm – 9 pm
Celebrate small business and everything chill about Chilltown. Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists & artisans, dance as the DJs bring the energy.
179 Montgomery St 179 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market: Spring Fling
April 6 & 7
The TPRFM returns for its annual SPRING FLING Market back at their Trenton home at the Cure Insurance Arena on South Broad Street. Featuring more than 450+ different small businesses, artists & makers each day with indoor vendors, live music, food trucks, celebrity guests, live tattooing and more.
Cure Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ
Cost: $15 – $60
Annual Spring Model Train Show
April 6 & 7, 12 pm – 5 pm
The Garden State Model Railway Club will open its doors once again for our Annual Spring Model Train Show! We will be running steam and diesel trains of all kinds on our 1200 square foot HO scale layout, including Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends. We will also have our second railroad room open which features our new railroad currently under construction, a children’s railroad where kids can try their hand at running trains, and for sale items to complete your collection at home.
Garden State Model Railway Club, 575 High Mountain Road, North Haledon, NJ
Cost: $10 Children under 11 are free!
Heaven Hill EGGstravaganza
March 29 & 30, April 6, 7, & 13, & 14, 10 am – 5 pm
Visit with Hopper the Bunny, search for Easter Eggs in an exciting Easter Egg Scavenger hunt, enjoy a hayride, visit Hippity Hop Village, see farm animals, enjoy pedal cars, touring cars, giant sling shot, giant straw pyramid, baseball speed throw, and so much more! For an additional fee: paint ball range, carnival rides, food concessions, kettle corn, homemade apple cider donuts, ice cream, bakery, and beautiful Easter flowers will all be available.
Heaven Hill Farm, 451 State Route 94, Vernon, NJ
Racin for Bacon 5k/10k
April 7, 10 am – 1 pm
Celebrate the Spring running season with a flat fast 5k or 10k featuring FREE BACON at the finish line! Participants can choose their distance, receive a finishers medal, and enjoy 2 freshly cooked pieces of bacon. The race welcomes all levels of runners and walkers (5k only for walkers), encouraging families and even dogs to join in the fun. For a registration fee of $35 for the 5k and $45 for the 10k (plus run sign-up fees), participants can get their sweat on, earn a Racin’ for Bacon Medal, and support St. Ann’s Classical Academy.
Duke Island Park, Bridgewater NJ
Cost: Registration is (plus run sign-up fees) 5k $35 /10k $45
The Week of April 8th – April 14th, 2024:
Asbury Park Spring Disco + Night Market
April 12, 6 pm – 12 am
Party under the stars at the SPRING DISCO!, a dance party and night market experience featuring dancing, one-of-a-kind street foods and libations, shopping bazaar, photo moments, and fun experiences.
Embark on an unforgettable journey featuring:
* Food Bazaar: Featuring 6 pop-up food vendors curated to focus on international eats. Indulge in the diverse flavors that capture the spirit of New Jersey’s vibrant gastronomic landscape.
* Shopping Delights: Shop til you drop with the Asbury Park Bazaar’s curated vendors. Immerse yourself in a celebration of makers, music, and art as you explore an array of exclusive offerings including a Custom Embroidery Station, Glitter + Glam Bar, Permanent Jewelry Bar, Tarot Card Readings, Fairy Hair Bar, Aura Photography, and Handcrafted Jewelry.
* Music: The stage will come alive with local DJs bringing a mix sounds of 70s disco, hip-hop, and top 40 hits. DJ Foggy Notion (6-8 pm), DJ Atom Worth (8-10 pm), DJ Tyler Valentine (10-midnight).
* Bar: Multiple on-site bars.
* Activities: Engage in games and activities, including cornhole, photo activations, and so much more. Laugh, dance, and create memories with friends.
1300 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: $25
Beach Sweeps
April 13, 9 am – 12:30 pm
The Beach Sweeps are held at over 80+ locations throughout New Jersey on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
Various Locations in NJ
Ocean City Doo Dah Parade
April 13, 12 pm – 2 pm
The Doo Dah Parade Welcome in the Spring season with this comedy parade complete with over 300 basset hounds. It begins Noon on Asbury Ave. from 6th Street to 12th Street and then up to the Boardwalk ending at 6th & Boardwalk.
Ocean City, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
NJ Queer and Trans Makers Market
April 13, 12 pm – 6 pm
This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to support and connect with local queer and trans artists, crafters, and makers. Discover unique handmade products, from art and jewelry to clothing and home goods. Come on down to North 4th Avenue and immerse yourself in a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
CoLAB Arts Center, 9 Bayard Street New Brunswick, NJ
Cost: Free
AC Beer and Music Festival
April 13 & 14
The OG spring festival returns to the Atlantic City Convention Center on Friday, April 12th and Saturday, April 13th, featuring three lively sessions. You’ll get to savor brews from 100 craft breweries, groove to live music from Hot Mulligan, Saves the Day, and Goldfinger. Plus savor delicious grub, explore cool vendors, and enjoy some shenanigans. Don’t forget the fan-favorite HOPS TROT 5K returning on Saturday, April 13th.
Atlantic City Convention Center, 1 Convention Blvd , Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $85
Daffodil Day at Reeved Reed Arboretum
April 14, 11 am – 3 pm
Daffodil Day is a decades-old tradition in Summit, when visitors to the Arboretum have an opportunity to enjoy one of the largest daffodil collections in New Jersey – over 50,000 bulbs in bloom in the Arboretum’s glacially carved Daffodil Bowl. The day’s activities include Spring-themed games and crafts, a story trail, music, food, market vendors, their current art exhibit, and The Green Goats.
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Cost: $10
Bloomfest
April 14, 11 am – 5 pm
Enjoy a family day in New Jersey’s pinkest park! A packed schedule of events includes Japanese cultural demonstrations, children’s activities, live music, a crafter’s marketplace, food and more!
Essex County Branch Brook Park, Cherry Blossom Welcome Center, Mill Street Entrance, Belleville + Prudential Concert Grove, Clifton Avenue Entrance, Newark, NJ
Art In Bloom: A Fine Arts Festival
April 14, 11 am – 4 pm
A brand new festival in historic downtown Clinton: Art in Bloom! A town-wide Fine Arts & Crafts festival where artists and local artisans will showcase and sell their works among the charming local shops and eateries that line the beautiful downtown.
43 Leigh Street, Clinton, NJ
Cost: Free
Latin Food Fest
April 14, 12 pm – 7 pm
Embark on a Latin culinary adventure at the Food Fest Fiesta on April 14th at Garden State Plaza’s Nordstrom’s Lot. From noon to 7p, attendees can enjoy authentic street-style tacos, sizzling fajitas, mouthwatering arepas, empanadas, and a variety of Latin American desserts. Live Latin music and dance performances, family-friendly activities, culinary demonstrations by renowned chefs, and food contests with exciting prizes will keep the festive vibes alive. Admission is $6 (5 and under free), with the option to purchase a FASTPASS online for savings and quicker entry. Celebrate the rich flavors and traditions of Latin cuisine at this flavorful event.
Garden State Plaza Mall, Paramus NJ
Cost: $6 Children 5 and younger are free
The Week of April 15th – April 21st, 2024:
Annual Morristown Restaurant Week
April 15 – 19
The most delicious week of the year! Over 40 restaurants offering prix fixe menus and special promotions join us each year for a week in April to offer a variety of dining options for families, date nights, business occasions and more. In addition to special menus and dining deals, Morristown Restaurant Week boasts special events at many of its restaurants including wine pairings, tasting menus and special entertainment.
Morristown, NJ
Cost: Varies Per Restaurant
Allentown Daffodil Days
April 17 – 24
Kick off the second weekend of the Daffodil Festival with free events like jazz concerts, a meet and greet with the Easter bunny, live music, and much more.
Allentown, NJ
Cost: Select Events are Free
New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival
April 19 – 21
This event features amazing Horror films in the indie scene and also an opportunity to mingle with big names in horror. Horror fans can also participate in Q&A sessions, see the amazing vendors from around the Horror scene and watch the best indie films around. The event will include over 20 well known celebrities, many Indie Horror films, Film Awards, Exclusive Q and A panels, 100 + vendors, Cosplay, Trivia Contest, Photo Ops and more!
Showboat Casino/Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $30 – $160
Dark Force Fest 2024
April 19 – 21
From VampireFreaks, the company behind ‘Dark Force Fest’, ‘Dark Side of the Con’ and ‘Triton Festival’, comes their largest event yet! Taking place at the ‘Sheraton Parsippany’ in Parsippany, NJ (just an hour from NYC), this three-day extravaganza features over 30 top industrial, goth, metal, and alternative bands from around the world performing on two stages. The event kicks off with a pre-party at QXT’s on Thursday, April 18th, followed by the main event from Friday, April 19th to Sunday, April 21st, 2024. Attendees can enjoy drag queen and sideshow performances, club events, and explore 100+ vendors. The event also includes panels, presentations, and activities for all ages. VIP tickets offer exclusive meet and greets, photo ops with headliner bands, a souvenir, and access to the VIP lounge. While all ages are welcome, some events are 18+. Three-day tickets include admission to all live shows and the pre-party at QXT’s. Featured bands include Stabbing Westward, Nitzer Ebb, The Cruxshadows, and many more.
Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, 199 Smith Road Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
Cost: $20+
Jersey Shore Restaurant Week
April 19 – 28
3 Courses – 10 Days! Enjoy a 3-course meal with your choice of appetizer, main course, and dessert for either $30.23 or $40.23 at a participating Jersey Shore restaurant.
Participating Restaurants in the Jersey Shore
Cost: $22.18 or $35
Kites at the Pier Festival
April 20, 9 am – 4 pm
A day of great family fun featuring kite flyers from all areas of the eastern seaboard flying their most incredible creations! Every kind of kite imaginable will be at the annual Kites at the Pier Festival. Kites of all shapes and sizes – from inflatable flying creatures to traditional kites – will be flying high over the beach between Avenue and McLoone’s Pier House in Long Branch. A dazzling display of giant kites will be visible for miles and miles.
Pier Village, Ocean Ave and Centennial Dr, Long Branch, NJ
Cost: Free
Collingswood Green Festival
April 20, 9 am – 2 pm
Celebrate spring and all things green by joining your friends and neighbors at Collingswood’s Annual Green Festival, located just off Haddon Ave on Irvin Ave near the PATCO High-Speed line. Enjoy Local sustainable food, organic gardening, water conservation, renewable energy, environmentally-friendly construction, and more. You will also get an opportunity to learn about smart green living from local activists and experts. Activities for kids include a Fun Zone featuring face painting, sidewalk chalk drawing, games, arts and crafts, and more
Irvin Ave, Collingswood, NJ
Cost: Free
Whole Lotta Empanada, Food Truck & Music Festival
April 20, 11 am – 7 pm
The City of Garfield Recreation Department proudly presents the Whole Lotta Empanada Festival. Join the fun on April 20 at 20th Century Park in Garfield for 15 Empanada Vendors all vying for the EMPY! (People’s Choice Best Empanada) Plus 12 additional Gourmet Food Trucks, offering lobster rolls, seafood, Puerto Rican, Greek, Latin, Peruvian, chicken, burgers, sandwiches, garlic knot sliders, rice balls, dessert and more.
20th Century Park, Elizabeth St, Garfield, NJ
Cost: $5, Kids under 5 are free
Fur Baby Food and Music Fest
April 20, 12 pm – 7 pm
In collaboration with the Friends of the Burlington County Animal Shelter, the event aims to find forever homes for dogs, cats, and other small animals. Highlights include 15+ food vendors, live music by Grand Theft Audio NJ and Guy Smiley, face painting, a doggie agility course, a pet costume contest, and games for all ages. The event takes place from noon to 7p, and admission is $6 (5 and under are free). FASTPASS tickets are available in advance. Proceeds and alcohol sales directly benefit Friends of the Burlington County Animal Shelter, making it a pawsome cause.
Burlington County Fairgrounds, Columbus NJ
Cost: $6. Children 5 and younger are free
Misfit Market
April 20, 12 pm – 10 pm
A super cool sublime shopping experience featuring Sports Collectibles, Comic Books, Vintage Clothes, Toys, Sneakers, Pop Culture, Contemporary Art, Handbags, Funko Pops, Antiques, Hot Sauces & Beef Jerky, Punk Rock, Celebrity Guests, Mystic, Vinyl Records & Cassettes, Oddities, Handmade Jewelry, Unique Collectibles, Horror, Pet Supplies, and More! Tons of different activities as well, including live Wrestling Matches.
Meadowlands Racetrack, East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: $15+
Grayrock N Roll Spring Festival
April 20, 10 am – 4 pm
Join the Grayrock N Roll Spring festival for a day filled with live music, an abundance of food vendors, and over 40 stalls offering art, candles, health and beauty products, home decor, jewelry, pet supplies, toys, wreaths, and much more. Additionally, there will be dogs and cats available for adoption. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet horses, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, lamb, and turkeys. Spend an afternoon on the farm enjoying music, food, and meeting new four-legged friends. The rain date is scheduled for 4/27.
Grayrock Farm Sanctuary , 85 Grayrock Rd, Clinton, NJ
Cost: $5 — Children under 12 are FREE
Earth Day Celebration featuring The NJ Folk & Bluegrass Festival
April 20, 11 am – 4 pm
This FREE, family friendly, open air event will showcase hyperlocal local businesses, fitness, green artisans and engaging green and nature-themed activities for all ages. As an exciting new addition, this year will feature the first annual NJ Folk & Bluegrass Music Festival showcasing the area’s most talented musicians.
770 Jackson Street Hoboken, NJ
Cost: Free
Shad Festival
April 20 & 21, 11 am – 5 pm
Now in its 41st year, The Shad Festival has evolved from a local art show into a nationally recognized award-winning event. Shad Fest features the area’s finest artists and crafters, great food, and family entertainment, but the two-day extravaganza also serves as a venue for local non-profit organizations to raise necessary operating funds.
Lambertville, NJ
Cost: Free
Smithville Renaissance Faire
April 20 & 21
Join the players of the New Jersey Renaissance Faire and travel back to the days of yore and merry Olde England as the Historic Village of Smithville is transformed into the Shire of Smithville in the heart of the English Renaissance. The good Duke of Northumberland has decreed merriment for all! This event is fun for the whole family and includes comedy, tragedy, sword fighting, dance, song, knights, jesters and so much more. Also stroll amongst the wares of the local vendors and traveling merchants sporting historical gifts and finely crafted items.
615 East Moss Mill Rd, Smithville, NJ
Cost: Free
Earth Fair
April 21, 11 am – 4 pm
Attendees can immerse themselves in nature, learn about plant care, land stewardship, and personal well-being while being entertained by musicians, storytellers, presenters, and artists at Earth Fair 2024 in Historic Smithville Park. The event focuses on recycling and reusing items at home and in the garden, offering activities like dropping off plastic flowerpots and participating in a Plant Swap tent. Visitors can also explore the Recycling & Clean Communities Tent, featuring a new “Recycling Center Virtual Tour” video. Other highlights include Wheelie Good Smoothies, live music from bands like April, Mae, and the June Bugs, presentations and demos on topics such as wildlife gardening and mushroom growing, an Artisan Marketplace with upcycled goods, a Pop-Up Nature Center, kid’s activities like storytelling and the Recycle Olympics, and a variety of food trucks and a beer garden.
803 Smithville Road, Eastampton, NJ
Cost: Free
Stirling’s Annual Street Fair
April 21, 10 am – 5 pm
Sponsored by the Long Hill Chamber of Commerce, this event takes place along Main Avenue between Mercer & Somerset Streets from 10am to 5pm, come rain or shine. The street transforms into a bustling block party, closed to vehicle traffic. Featuring quality exhibitors, an arts & crafts section, live entertainment, kiddie rides & games, and an array of festival foods & food trucks, there’s something for everyone. Local merchants & civic organizations offer goodies along Union & Essex Streets. Attendees can enjoy live music, dancing, karate demonstrations, and more, while indulging in carnival favorites like sausage & pepper sandwiches, cheese steaks, and fresh squeezed lemonade. The “Kidz Traveling Shindig” boasts kiddie bounce rides, face painters, and interactive games. Accessible via NJ Transit Train to Stirling Station, with parking available at the Train Station lot and side streets.
393 Main Ave. Stirling, NJ
Cost: Free Admission
Spring Festival and Earth Day Celebration
April 21, 12 pm – 4 pm
The Gloucester County Certified Gardeners are hosting The Spring Festival and Earth Day Celebration on April 21, 2024 from 12:00 to 4:00 P.M. at Red Bank Battlefield 100 Hessian Avenue, National Park, N.J. Admission is free and we will have many free family-friendly activities. Come celebrate Earth Day with us at the Spring Festival with free Earth Day and Colonial activities. See attached for more details. For more information contact Elaine Schreiter at 865-224-8045 or email us at gardener@co.gloucester.nj.us. Thanks for your consideration.
Red Bank Battlefield, 100 Hession Avenue, National Park, NJ
Cost: Free
Asbury Park Restaurant Tour
April 21, 12 pm – 4 pm
Hosted by the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce, this event features small “bites”, samplings and demos at restaurants, lounges, cafes, juice bars, and other uniquely Asbury Park locations. Foodies will be treated to some of the classic restaurant pioneers of Asbury Park, as well as recent newcomers to the Asbury Park culinary landscape.
Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: $60
South Orange Food Stroll & Pub Crawl
April 21, 1 pm – 5 pm
The South Orange Downtown Food Stroll & Pub Crawl will return on Sunday, April 21st from 1-5pm to South Orange, NJ. Don’t miss your chance to taste the local flavor by purchasing a wristband. This tasting event showcases the diverse restaurants and unique businesses in our downtown. A wristband gives you access to tasting stations and special deals from participating businesses. Visitors can purchase wristbands online in advance or in person the day of(Cash or Credit Card both accepted) Visit southorangedowntown.org to see a list of participating businesses and purchase your wristband https://www.southorangedowntown.org/food-stroll-pub-crawl. This event is rain or shine.
*Pub Crawl: If the restaurant serves alcohol, there will be a special drink menu. Drinks are not included in the tasting event and must be purchased separately.
Spiotta Park, 20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ
Cost: Adults: $40, Seton Hall Students & Faculty: $20, Kids 12 & Under: $15, Kids Under 2 Eat Free
The Week of April 22th – April 28th, 2024:
Smithville’s Earth Day
April 26, 4 pm – 7 pm
In a harmonious blend of eco-conscious shopping and festive celebration, Go Green Galloway is thrilled to announce the 4th annual Earth Day Green Market, taking place on Friday, April 26, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Village Green in Historic Smithville.
615 East Moss Mill Rd, Smithville, NJ
Cost: Free
Smithville Art Walk
April 27, 10 am – 5 pm
Stop by the Village to see over 75 local artists display their work. Historic Smithville also has 60 Shoppes, 7 eateries, a carousel ride, train ride, paddle boats, arcade, on site lodging at the Colonial Inn, and over 26 free weekend events.
615 East Moss Mill Rd, Smithville, NJ
Cost: Free
Made in Monmouth
April 27, 10 am – 4 pm
Made In Monmouth is a program for both vendors to create useful new products that the public will want to buy and for visitors to find the best Monmouth made products to enrich their lives! Shop local by supporting local goods like kid friendly items, baked goods, art work, jewelry, pet items and more!
Brookdale Community College, in the Collins Arena & Recreation Events Center, Lincroft, NJ
Cost: Free
Rutgers Day
April 27, 10 am – 4 pm
Rutgers Day, is a free day-long event where you can explore your state university. Experience hands-on learning activities, enjoy entertaining stage performances, and see exhibitions and demonstrations hosted by accomplished professors, staff, and students from Rutgers University–Camden, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, Rutgers University-New Brunswick, and Rutgers University–Newark.
Rutgers University–Camden, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, Rutgers University–New Brunswick, and Rutgers University–Newark.
Cost: Free
Elmwood Park’s Spring Festival
April 27, 11 am – 5 pm
This event is hosted by the Elmwood Park Recreation Department and will be held on Market Street and the Recreation Field from 11 am-5 pm, rain or shine. The street will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event and will be transformed into a giant block party. If you like shopping outdoors then this is the place to be. We have quality exhibitors selling a selection of assorted items, a special arts & crafts section, live entertainment, kiddie rides & games, great festival foods & food trucks, and so much more. Local organizations are welcome to join this community event. As you stroll along stop to have a bite to eat and sit at tables in our live music area. See the show we have planned with live music, dancing, karate demonstrations, and more. So come hungry and enjoy eating carnival food favorites like a sausage & pepper sandwich, cheese steaks, kettle corn, chicken fingers, ice cream, zeppole, shish kabobs, gyros, fresh cut fries, fresh squeezed lemonade, Italian ice, and the many great gourmet foods from the food trucks.
300 Market St Elmwood Park, NJ
Cost: Free Admission
Sparta Special Olympics 2024 Spring Vendor & Craft Fair
April 27, 10 am to 3 pm
With over 60 vendors of all types, including food trucks, attendees can expect a vibrant atmosphere. The event will feature the return of their beloved bulldog friends, and visitors are encouraged to visit the kissing booth. Admission is free, although donations are welcome. Local crafters and small business owners will convene at Sparta High School to showcase their products and talents. The event aims to support the Sparta Special Olympics and Special Olympics NJ Area 3, fostering inclusivity and spreading awareness. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the inspiring Athletes of Determination and offer them well wishes for the 2024 season. The fair will take place outdoors in the front parking lot of Sparta High School, come rain or shine.
70 W. Mountain Road, Sparta Township, NJ
Cost: Free
Autism Walk/Classic Car/Bike Fundraiser
April 27, 11 am – 4 pm
This is a fundraiser to promote Autism Awareness. This fundraiser includes a Classic Car and Motorcycle Show to raise funds for WallynZavy’s Autistic Kids Can Do with GWiz Auto Entertainment. The walk will start at 1010 Park Ave and end at Cedarbrook Park on Park Ave. and Randolph Rd, in Plainfield, NJ. This is an event that is free to enter and all are welcomed to come. There is a fee for vendors, and it includes a 10×10 space. The fee for, for profits it is $35.00 and for non-profits it is $20. Food vendors need to contact the Health Dept. for their permit. Registration for all cars and bikes contact George Withers (GWIz) at 908-482-8132 or gwiz2carwash@aol.com
1010 Park Ave, Plainfield, NJ
Cost: Free
Princeton Porchfest
April 27, 12 pm – 6 pm
The third annual Princeton Porchfest will be held Saturday, April 27 from 12-6pm. Porchfest is a walkable music festival where neighbors offer up their front porches as DIY concert venues. Talented local performers play rotating sets throughout the neighborhood during this day-long celebration of music, art, and our wonderful community. Stroll from porch to porch to enjoy live, local talent! Porchfest is free, open to the public, and designed to be easily accessible by foot and bike. Plus, town is full of amazing options for lunch, dinner, and drinks.
Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
Buy Rite Beer & Wine Festival
April 27, 12 pm – 6 pm
Come and enjoy a day filled with great beer and wine at Mercer County Park. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or a wine connoisseur, this event has something for everyone. Discover new flavors and indulge in your favorite brews and wines from a variety of vendors. All proceeds from this event will benefit Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Foundation & Sarala Bathena Foundation.
Mercer County Park, 1638 Old Trenton Road West Windsor Township, NJ
Cost: $50 – $60, $10 DD
The Original NJ Empanada Festival
April 27, 12 pm – 7 pm
The event features empanada trucks, live music, beer and wine, a bungee trampoline, bounce house, face painter, henna tattoo, sand art, and craft vendors. Secure FAST PASS tickets for a discounted rate of $6 at the door, with free entry for children under 5. The event supports the Manville PBA #236, dedicated to serving the town of Manville. Don’t miss this epic culinary and entertainment adventure—grab your tickets for a day filled with flavors, fun, and fantastic entertainment.
Rustic Mall, Main Street Manville, NJ
Cost: $6. Children 5 and younger are free
Ales on the Rails- Mount Ephraim
April 27, 2 pm – 7 pm
Beer, food, vendors, family activities, music, & more at the annual Mount Ephraim Ales on the Rails event! Local breweries such as: Tonewood Brewing, Bout the Hops Brewing, Red, White, and Brew, Crossroads, Kings Road Brewing, and more! Food trucks such as Dominic’s Tavern, Il Fuoco Dentro, and more! Plus craft vendors, live DJ and bands, free activities for kids… it’s all happening in Mount Ephraim! Hosted by the Mount Ephraim Celebrations Committee, with support from Bobby Ray’s Blackhorse Tavern, Advantage Roofing, Kingsgate Realty, and the Democrat Club of Mount Ephraim.
225 W. Kings Hwy, Mount Ephraim NJ
Cost: Free
Laurita Baconfest
April 27 & 28, Saturday 11 am -9 pm and Sunday 11 am -7 pm
Laurita Winery is bringing back BACONFEST. Food and wine lovers will converge at Laurita Winery in New Egypt for a Laurita Winery Gourmet Food Trucks and Fire Works weekend. Experience the trending Gourmet Food Truck offerings while sipping on wine and enjoying a seat to watch the Fire Works! Live music and good friends will make this day special!
Laurita Winery, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: Tickets online in advance $13. Tickets at gate $15. Everyone 20 and under is FREE
Hermitage Museum Vintage & Antique Fair
April 28, 9 am – 4 pm
The Hermitage Museum Vintage and Antique Fair in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ, offers a unique outdoor shopping experience on the museum’s scenic grounds. With around 60 exhibitors, the event showcases a diverse range of antiques, collectibles, vintage items, estate jewelry, and more. Visitors can also enjoy delicious food from food trucks and live music. Attendees can bring their valuables for appraisal by a certified service between 11 am-3 pm for $10 per item. Admission to the fair is $5 per person, with proceeds benefiting the Hermitage Museum. Rain or inclement weather will prompt event cancellation, announced on www.jcpromotions.info.
335 North Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
Cost: $5
Clover Market
April 28, 10 am – 4 pm
Join Clover Market for their only NJ Market of the spring season in downtown Collingswood. Featuring a curated group of 100 handmade and vintage vendors plus food trucks, music and more. Free admission, open to all. Leashed friendly dogs are welcome.
601 Haddon Avenue Collingswood, NJ
Cosr: Free
Paramus Food Truck Fest
April 28, 11 am – 7 pm
Food! Beer! Music! Fun! It’s a fun filled family day. Over 20 Gourmet Food Trucks, music, pony rides, petting zoo, knockerball, hatchet tossing, inflatables, face painting, sand art, vendors & a beer, sangria & margarita garden. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, pups, pop ups and blankets.
700 Paramus Park, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free
