Top New Jersey Events August 25 – 27, 2023
It’s hard to believe this is the last weekend in August, but there’s plenty of time to embrace the Summer. New Jersey has diverse store events, from cultural celebrations to culinary extravaganzas. Check out our list of the top New Jersey events from August 25 – 27, 2023.
Always check the weather and the event links before you attend in case of cancellations and rescheduling.
For more New Jersey events throughout the year, check out our Event Guide.
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New Jersey Events August 25 – 27:
Burlington County Restaurant Week
August 20 – 26
More than 35 restaurants will be participating all over the region, from Bordentown to Medford.
Burlington County, NJ
Cost: Varies per restaurant
Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair
August 23 – 27
This family-friendly event celebrates Hunterdon County’s rich agricultural landscape. You and your crew can check out the 4-H county fair farm activities like cow milking demos and tractor pulls, live music, fun games, thrilling carnival rides, delicious food, and the always popular fireworks extravaganza Friday night.
Hunterdon County Fairgrounds, 1207 Route 179, Lambertville, NJ
Cost: Free
Golden Nugget International Winefest
August 25, 7 pm
Take a trip around the world with wine in Atlantic City as Golden Nugget presents the International Winefest with delicious international wines, live jazz music, and award-winning cuisine.
Golden Nugget, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $75
Stamp & Scrapbook Expo
August 25 & 26
Stamp & Scrapbook Expo events cater to paper crafters of all types and experience levels. Card makers, stampers, and scrapbook enthusiasts can find new products and designs from various vendors. They can also swap ideas with like-minded crafters and learn new techniques during workshops.
New Jersey Conv. & Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ
Cost: $10+
Westfield Street Fair & Craft Show
August 26, 11 am – 5 pm
Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Rides, Live Music & more. Come on down for a day of family fun with original & interesting Arts & Crafts, shopping, kid’s rides, and great FOOD!
Downtown Westfield, NJ
Cost: Free
Beer Fest ’23 at Sweetwater Riverdeck
August 26, 12 pm – 10 pm
A day of brews, music, delicious food, thrilling activities, and artisanal crafts. Live music all day long. Catch BMW from 12-4pm and Mystery Machine from 6-10pm. Beer Tent admission includes unlimited samples of beer, cider, and seltzers! Must be 21+ to enter Beer Tent.
Sweetwater Marina and Riverdeck 2780 7th Avenue Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free to attend, $40 for beer tent admission.
Czig Meister’s Adult Field Day/Summer Block Party!
August 26, 12 pm – 10 pm
Beers, field day games, live music, and more? The Summer Block Party scheduled for August 26th by Czig Meister Brewing Company promises all these delights and more. The taproom of Czig Meister will extend its reach into the lower parking lot to create a vibrant block party atmosphere for beer enthusiasts. Attendees can relish in a selection of local food vendors, engage in axe throwing, and groove to live music throughout the day.
Looking to participate in their Field Day Games? Sign up individually, with a smaller group, or a team of 8 here for $12.50 a person.
106 Valentine Street, Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Long Branch Jazz and Blues Festival
August 26, 1 pm – 9 pm (Rain or Shine)
This music festival features a mix of strong national and local musicians performing live Jazz and blues on stage. The grand finale will feature a fireworks display at dusk.
The Great Lawn on the Long Branch Promenade, Long Branch, NJ
Cost: Free
Wine Down Summer at the Riverwinds
August 26 & 27, 12 pm – 5 pm
Wine Down Summer at RiverWinds is featuring 12 of New Jersey’s best wineries, gourmet food trucks, artisanal crafters, kids activities and live music!
Riverwinds Community Center, West Deptford, NJ
Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 20 and under free
South Jersey Nerd Fest
August 27, 10AM – 4PM
Back by popular demand! NERD FEST will return to the Holiday Inn in Swedesboro, New Jersey. Come on out and join as Nerds, Geeks, Comic, and Anime fans unite for a day of everything Nerdy. There will be Special Guests, Artists, Writers, Creators, Cosplayers, and Vendors. Comics, Art, Manga, Pokemon, Anime, Graphic Novels, Toys, Funko Pops, Non-Sport Cards, Comic-Themed Crafts, Collectibles, and MORE. There will be something for everyone, guaranteed.
Holiday Inn Philadelphia South-Swedesboro, 1 Pureland Drive Swedesboro, NJ
Cost: Admission is $10; kids 12 and under are free with a paying adult, cash only
Food Trucks On The Ave
August 27, 11 am – 7 pm
Come feast on food from over 25 food trucks, lets the kids play at Kid’s Korner, and enjoy 8 hours of live entertainment.
W Landis Ave & SW Blvd, Vineland, NJ
Cost: Free
Cranford Street Fair
August 27, 12 pm – 5 pm
Craft and food vendors, live music and more. Rain or shine!
Downtown Cranford, NJ
Cost: Free
