New Jersey Events June 23 – 25, 2023
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New Jersey Events June 23 – 25, 2023:
Featured Event!
Jersey City Wine Fest – Get 40% off with Code NJIB
June 23, 6:30 pm – 10 pm
The highly anticipated Jersey City Wine Fest is set to make a triumphant return on Friday, June 23, 2023, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM at Liberty State Park, North Field. Wine enthusiasts and friends alike can look forward to an evening filled with the finest local wines from across the country, delectable food offerings, and captivating live music.
Liberty State Park – North Field, 1 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: General Admission: $60-$70, Designated Driver: $15. New Jersey Isn’t Boring readers can get a 40% discount with code NJIB. Get tickets here.
Beardfest
June 22 – 25
Beardfest is a festival that celebrates the creative spirit in all of us. Enjoy more than 30 bands on two stages, take part in more than 40 interactive workshops, take a dip in a beautiful lake, and camp under the stars…all in an expansive Pinelands campground complete with a lake and hiking trails.
Paradise Lakes Campground, Rt 206 (between Mile markers 3 & 4), Hammonton, NJ
Cost: $185+
State Fair Meadowlands
June 22 – July 9
The State Fair Meadowlands is dedicated to providing the best value in family entertainment. With over 100 rides, free shows, 50 food options, awesome fireworks displays on Monday July 3rd, & Tuesday, July 4th, and more! The Fair has something for all ages.
State Fair Meadowlands, 1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: $38.99
Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival
June 23 – 25
Southern Rock and Southern Cooking return to North Jersey as this annual summer fest expands to 3 days! The biggest names in music. The nation’s top pitmasters will be serving up mouthwatering BBQ including ribs, brisket, pulled pork and great comfort food such as cornbread and mac & cheese. Weekend camping, RV, and reserved group seating add to the enjoyment and festival experience presented by Franklin Sussex Automall.
Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Rd., Augusta, NJ
Cost: $15 – $75
Margate Beachstock
June 24, 8 am – 10 pm(Rain date is June 26th)
This event features mouthwatering food, unique handmade crafts and featured retailers and sponsors will all be a part of this year’s event. Sand sculpting lessons with Matthew Deibert, Margate Fire Departments Cool Blast, Kid’s Treasure Hunt, limbo contests, surf lessons with Stacey’s Surf Camp, Air Circus Kite Shop single/double line stunt kite demonstrations and lessons, and WAWA Margate giveaways. The Margate City Police Department will be at their tent providing valuable public information and give aways.The activities take place on the beach between Huntington and Granville Avenues with food and beverages set up in the parking lot of the Martin Bloom Pavilion. Red Bull Foam Wreckers Soft Board Surf Classic will be alongside Beachstock Saturday, June 24! The anti-surf contest surf contest 2023 tour arrives in Margate where only soft boards, friends and fun are allowed.
On the beach between Huntington and Granville Ave’s, Margate, NJ
Cost: Free
Fox Park – Live Art Festival
June 24, 10 am – 6 pm
This event features an enjoyable family day out with a diverse collection of emerging artists exhibiting and selling their handcrafted works of art, from inspired paintings, decorative ceramics, novel jewelry, and more. There will be crafting demonstrations, hands-on family art activities, performing arts, stand-up comedy, and a beer station. There will also be a variety of gourmet food vendors and specialty food trucks as well. This festival offers something exciting for everyone.
Fox Park, Ocean Ave, Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free
Cutler St. Street Fair
June 24, 11 am – 7 pm
The Cutler Street Street Fair, is a non-profit event with a mission to create a better community! There will be a job fair, kids zone, wellness and health zone, and a block party. End the day with a bang at the Street Fair with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and awesome prizes. Enjoy a unique and fun atmosphere, with live music and performances, and dance the night away.
Cutler Street, Newark, NJ
Cost: Free
Historical Society of Princeton Presents Annual Vintage ‘Base Ball’ Game
June 24, 11 am – 1 pm
Part game, part history lesson, and an all-around fantastic show of sportsmanship comes to Greenway Meadows Park this month for the Historical Society of Princeton’s Annual Vintage Base Ball Game. Families and guests are welcome to watch an inning or stay for the entire game, where the Flemington Neshanock will take on the New Brunswick Liberty in a competitive match of bare-handed ‘base ball,’ wearing period uniforms and using 1864 rules. Players from across the tri-state area will entertain and answer questions about the rich history of America’s favorite pastime. After the game, families and individuals of all ages are invited to take batting practice using authentic 19th-century equipment replicas! The event is free and open to the public, with no pre-registration required.
275 Rosedale Road Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
Taco Palooza
June 24, 12 pm – 7:30 pm
NJ Food Trucks, Restaurants, Chefs and Variety of Beer, Sangria & Margaritas …. Kids activities, Vendors and great LIVE Music…Peoples Choice Awards for Top Traditional Taco , Trendsetter Taco & Loco Taco. Plus a Corn Hole Tournament! Benefit for Hopatcong PBA 149 & Little League.
Hilltop Fields, 32 Lakeside Blvd, Hopatcong, NJ
Cost: $5 in advance. $7 admission, Kids under 5 Free
NJBA Battleship Beer Fest 2023
June 24, 12 pm – 5 pm
Featuring exclusively only NJ breweries, this festival is a must go! Want to get in an hour early and try some exclusive beers? Grab those ViP tickets for 12pm admission! Proceeds from this event support the New Jersey Brewers Association’s continued representation and advocacy of the NJ Craft Beer industry as well as towards maintenance and upkeep of the Battleship New Jersey. So whether you are interested in maintaining US Naval history, supporting NJ Craft Beer, or just want a great day out, this is the event for you.
Battleship NJ, 62 Battleship Place Camden, NJ
Cost: $20 – $75
Shisanyama Main Event
June 24, 12 pm – 10 pm
An entire day of fun and food, as you experience a total African lifestyle. Wear white! Through this event you’ll gather with people from around the tri-state area to embrace our uniqueness and embrace those things that make us different while at the same time have fun and be entertained. With diverse cultures and ethnicities residing in Linden, NJ, this event helps unite the community by showing off their dance moves, their songs , stories told in song and much more.
301 North Wood Avenue Linden, NJ
Cost: Free
Wine & Pizza Festival
June 24 & 25
What’s better than a day of wine sampling from NJ’s finest wineries for just $20?! How about adding pizza to the menu! This summer, Monmouth Park’s newest event is the Wine & Pizza Festival. This two-day festival will feature a number of the Garden State’s top wineries, plus a half dozen of the area’s top pizza vendors, live music from 12-4pm, and live racing both days.
Monmouth Racetrack, Oceanport, NJ
Cost: $15
School’s Out Food Truck Fair!
June 24 & 25
Come join for an outdoor, fun-filled day of relaxing fun on the grounds of Laurita Winery — a great place to enjoy outstanding wines with friends and family. Pair their delicious wines with the many delicious food offerings available from onsite food trucks. Wine and dine while listening to top live musical artists. Other treats include: free parking, face painter for kids (1:00-4:00) fire pits, fantastic fireworks (Saturday evening) and access to many unique and popular food trucks
Laurita Winery, 85 Archertown Rd New Egypt, NJ
Cost: $13 per person, $15 at the door. Teachers and 20 and under FREE!
Garden State Comic Fest
June 24 & 25, Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 4 pm
The Garden State Comic Fest, the ultimate gathering for fans of comics, cosplay, and all things pop culture, is back and ready to bring another unforgettable experience to enthusiasts of all ages. Hosted at Mennen Arena, located in the heart of Morristown, Garden State Comic Fest is renowned for its commitment to providing an inclusive environment where fans can indulge in their shared passion for comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, and more. This year’s edition promises to be bigger and better than ever before, featuring an impressive lineup of special guests, interactive panels, and a diverse range of vendors offering a treasure trove of collectibles.
Mennen Arena, 161 East Hanover Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: $27 to $90 Children under 10 are free
Fantasy Faire
June 24 & 25, 10 am – 4 pm
Visit WheatonArts for FANTASY FAIRE, a family-friendly festival of medieval folklore & fun! Fantasy Faire features talented performers as they bring to life the “Kingdom of Wheaton” by enacting a series of interconnected shows throughout the day. Interact with strolling costumed characters portraying historical and mythical figures. Everyone is welcome to come dressed in their favorite fantasy garbs and interact with strolling costumed characters portraying historical and mythical figures. Enjoy a variety of live performances, including storytellers, dancing, drumming, and sword demonstrations, as well as retail merchants, pirate games, scavenger hunts, and archery games. Watch as colorful champions battle to save the Kingdom of Wheaton!
1000 Village Drive, Millville, NJ
Cost: Presented in partnership with Mystic Realms, Ltd, the event is included with general admission to WheatonArts: $12 adults, $11 senior adults (62+), $7 students, and children five and under are free. Discover more details at wheatonarts.org.
Blues Wine & BBQ
June 24 & 25, 12 pm – 5 pm
Get ready for Blues, Wine, and BBQ, the ultimate event celebrating the fusion of blues music, delectable wines, and mouthwatering barbecue. With renowned wineries like Wagonhouse Winery, The Vintner’s Wife, Terra Nonno Winery, and more, wine enthusiasts will be treated to a variety of exceptional flavors. And let’s not forget the barbecue options from Big Papa Jais BBQ, Meat Wagon BBQ, Carolina Blue, and Lexylicious, promising smoky and succulent delights. Explore a diverse range of vendors offering artisanal products and enjoy live music by The Outcrops on Saturday and Fish Eyed Blue on Sunday. Blues, Wine, and BBQ guarantees an unforgettable experience and cherished memories for all attendees.
Gloucester County Fairgrounds
$20 Advance, $25 at the Gate (cash only). $5 DD. 20 and under free
Hammonton Red White and Blue Berry Festival
June 25, 10 am – 4 pm
This family event features Live music, kids Rides & activities, Classic Car Show, Blueberry Pie Eating contest, Arts & Crafts, Food, and more.
Hammonton High School,566 Old Forks Road, Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free admission, Free parking
Holistic Health and Wellness Fair
June 25, 12 pm – 5 pm
Whether you’re looking to make a lifestyle change or simply learn more about holistic approaches to health and wellness, we’ll have something enlightening for everyone. From a guided meditation session, yoga class or nutrition talk, come find nourishment for your soul and unlock your wellness potential at our Holistic Health and Wellness Fair.
Crescent Shriners 700 Highland Drive Westampton, NJ
Cost: Free
