New Jersey Events July 4th Weekend 2024
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style with a vibrant lineup of events across New Jersey this July 4th weekend! From spectacular fireworks displays and patriotic parades to lively fairs and family-friendly festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to explore local culture, indulge in delicious food, or simply have fun with the family, New Jersey has it all. Don’t miss out on the chance to make unforgettable memories with your loved ones this holiday weekend.
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New Jersey Events July 4th Weekend 2024:
State Fair Meadowlands
Now – July 7
State Fair Meadowlands returns this summer with an electrifying entertainment lineup for all ages. From June 20 to July 7, thrill-seekers and families alike will flock to East Rutherford, NJ, for a spectacle of daring acrobatics, heart-racing amusement rides, mesmerizing magic shows, and live music performances. Circus Lena debuts with vintage charm, featuring death-defying acts under the big tent, while Cycle Circus wows audiences with FMX freestyle stunts and pyrotechnics. Step into the prehistoric era with Jurassic Kingdom’s lifelike dinosaurs, or be mystified by illusionist Jay Mattioli’s electrifying magic. Michael Jackson fans will groove to the iconic tunes at a tribute show. Throughout the 17-day event, attendees can indulge in a culinary adventure from classic fair favorites like corn dogs and cheesesteaks to exotic treats like alligator dishes. The fairground will be alive with dazzling fireworks displays on July 3rd and 4th, while the Magic of Lance Gifford and Commerford Petting Zoo promise more enchantment. With free parking and over 100 rides and games, State Fair Meadowlands is set to be an unforgettable summer experience.
1 MetLife Stadium Dr. East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: Prices Vary
Argos Farm Blueberry Festival
Now – July 7, 10 am – 3 pm
This annual Blueberry Festival features live music, delicious blueberry treats, Summer photo ops, and of course, Pick your own fresh blueberries, and much more!
Admission Ticket Includes: Live music from 11:00am – 2:00pm, Entry into the Blueberry Field (Blueberry PICKING is an additional charge, and Crop Dependent) entry into activity area with unlimited access- Double Hay Slide, Bee Zip Line, Jumbo Jumper Air Pillow, Gauntlet Obstacle Course, Cow Train Rides, Peddle Carts, Ball Zone, Wall Ball, Checkers, Corn Hole, Tractor Slide, Big Chair, and Photo Ops
Argos Farm, 1250 Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ
Cost: General Admission. Online: $14.95 Gate: $19.95
Celebrate our Stars & Stripes – Concert & Fireworks
July 3, 5 pm – 10 pm (The rain date is July 5th)
This celebration features a 25-minute fireworks program over the Raritan Bay. The launch will have over 3,000 shells and effects, including glittering, strobe, and whistling, with various colors synchronized to a patriotic musical compilation produced by Garden State Fireworks. The best views to enjoy the Celebrate Stars & Stripes Fireworks Spectacular Show will be from Sadowski Parkway in Perth Amboy, the Raritan Bay Waterfront Park in South Amboy, The celebration will also feature food trucks, arts and crafts vendors, and live music at 3 PM on Sadowski Parkway in Perth Amboy and at the Raritan Bay Waterfront Park in South Amboy.
Perth Amboy Waterfront, Sadowski Parkway & High Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
South Amboy fireworks viewed at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, Keenen Way, South Amboy,NJ
Cost: Free
Movern Garden’s July 4th Jubilee
July 4, 12 pm – 3 pm
Every year, Morven is the host of a free, family-friendly celebration of Independence Day! Stop by the beautiful gardens in the early-to-mid-afternoon for patriotic activities, food trucks, live entertainment, and so much more.
Morven Museum & Garden — 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
Oceanfest
July 4, 1 pm – 10 pm
This all day fun family event, with crowds in the hundreds of thousand, have turned out for the most memorable sights, sounds and sensations of the summer season.
At Oceanfest, visitors can stroll the famous beachfront, take in the wonderful views, enjoy performances by dancers, musicians, clowns and musical acts, sample from a smorgasbord of food vendors, and check out the wares of crafters from all over the northeast. You can even see a fabulous sand sculpture, meet a familiar costumed character, and catch some cool ocean breezes.– and caps it all off with the most spectacular fireworks display at dusk.
The Oceanfront Promenade, 228 Broadway Long Branch, NJ
Cost: Free
July 4th Freedom Festival
July 4, 5 pm – 10 pm
This year’s Camden County Waterfront Freedom Festival will feature entertainment by the Tri-County Symphonic Band, Tara Hendricks, and The UB40. Enjoy food, beer, music, and concludes with a spectacular, world-class fireworks display over the Delaware River.
Wiggins Waterfront Park, 2 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ
Cost: Free
Sports Card, Toys, Comics & Collectibles July Show
July 5 – 7
The Sports Cards, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show held July 5-7, 2024 will feature over 200 tables of the hottest collectibles on the planet! Featuring: sports cards, non-sports cards, old & new toys, comic books, Pokemon sets, supplies, unopened packs and boxes, Funko Pops, non-sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic, Beanie Babies, videos, jerseys, books, posters, coins, t-shirts, legos, antiques & so much more! If you’re looking for it, it’s probably HERE! Fri: 3-8 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE admission! There’s something for everyone! For more information call 732.690.2476 or visit RKSportsPromotions.com for a detailed schedule of events.
4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free
Craft Day by the Bay
July 6, 10 am – 4 pm (Rain or Shine!)
This event features 70+ vendors with something for everyone.
Sunset Park, 3 W. Salem Ave, Harvey Cedars, NJ
Cost: Free
Emo Social
July 6, 7 pm
this.is.emo and Emo Social present Emo Night at the Williams Center in Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring guest DJ and host Chris Kamrada of Dashboard Confessional. Special guests include Aaron Rosa from Palisades, Ashlee Holmes, and a full band performance by Gina Fritz, with one more guest to be announced. Attendees are encouraged to dress to impress at The Social Fest for Emotional Distress. The event includes a photo op area, merch giveaways, and music all night. Whether you bring a date or come solo, join in to sing along to your favorite emo jams.
Williams Center, 15 Sylvan St, Rutherford, NJ
Cost: $20 Advance / $25 Door, $35 early entry
Laser Light Show and Fireworks
July 6, 8:30 pm
The Independence Day Light Show is a world class computerized lighting and music show followed by an impressive fireworks display. Produced by Raising4 Inc. and the Borough of Belmar, the event celebrates our nations independence and the veterans who protect our freedom. The show is free, and is produced at no cost, to encourage donation to Rebuilding Warriors.
Silver Lake, located at 512 Ocean Ave. N Belmar NJ
Cost: Free. Please donate!
Whitesbog Blueberry Summer Fest
July 6,, 10 am – 3 pm. (Rain Dates: Sundays)
Kickoff the Blueberry Harvest Season in the Birthplace of the Blueberry for the 40th Annual Blueberry Festival. Support this wonderful volunteer led effort to raise awareness and funds for the restoration and preservation of this National Register Historic Village and to promote blueberry and cranberry farms in South Jersey. The Whitesbog Blueberry Festival is an old fashioned country fair set in the Pine Barrens historic village with museums, historic homes, a General Store, tractor-pulled wagon rides to the blueberry field to pick heirloom berries, local handmade craft vendors, local folk music, with berries for sale from a local blueberry farm. This event helps support Whitesbog Historic Village and many local businesses, artists, farms, chefs and proceeds benefit community programs and preservation of the historic village, farm fields, trails and Elizabeth White Gardens, open to the public for free year-round. Estimated 200 – 400 each week.
Historic Whitesbog Village, 120 N. Whitesbog Rd, Browns Mills, NJ
Cost: Free
