Top Ten New Jersey Events for May 18th – 20th, 2018
Hooray for May! Here are my Top Ten New Jersey Events for May 18th – 20th, 2018:
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Links and additional information for events are in the Titles. New Jersey Events are listed in date order.
New Jersey Seafood Festival – May 18th – 20th
This year’s New Jersey Seafood Festival promises exciting new activities and attractions for the whole family – live music, wine and craft beer tent, contests, kids’ activities, and of course the tastiest seafood around! The NJ Seafood Festival is not only a great place to eat, it’s a great place to shop. Lots and lots great craft vendors to choose from.
Dates: May 18th – May 20th, 2018 (Check website for full schedule of events)
Address: Silver Lake Park; 5th and Ocean Ave., Belmar, NJ
Cost: Free
Jersey Shore Festival – May 18th – 20th
The Jersey Shore Festival is a FREE ADMISSION, rain-or-shine music and arts festival that kicks off the summer festival season and proves that summer really does start sooner at the Jersey Shore. With performances by over 300 artists from around the world, the Jersey Shore Festival is the premier emerging artist festival in New Jersey! Aside from the music, the Jersey Shore festival also includes activities that are fun the for whole family including BMX and Skate Shows, Motocross Shows, Ford Car show, Pro’s vs. Heroes Charity Flag Football Game, Free Monster Truck Rides, Food Trucks, the JSF Vendor Village, and much more!
Dates: May 18th – May 20th, 2018 (Check website for full schedule of events)
Address: Seaside Heights, NJ
Cost: Free
National Halloween Show – May 18th – 20th
Quality vendors for all kinds of haunts and Halloween enthusiasts in the industry!The Halloween Show & National Haunters Convention (NHC) Fantasy Event will include:
Over 100 Vendor Booths
Magicians and Haunters Live Entertainment
Pumpkin Patch Carving Display
Meet N Greet Thursday Nite Pre-show Scare-okie
Video game area
Hearse Show
Events at an additional cost include:
Halloween University educational program
Terror Behind the Walls Haunt Tour
Marti Gras Themed Murder Mystery Costume Ball
Zombie Volleyball Trophy Tournament
Escape Room
Dates: May 18th – May 20th, 2018 (Check website for full schedule of events)
Address: Showboat Hotel and Convention Center 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $25.00 for weekend pass or a family pass of (4) is $80.00
NJ Beer BBQ Bacon Showdown – May 19th
New Jerseys only all NJ craft beer & food Fest. Featuring 30 NJ breweries each bringing 4 styles of beer, one of which is rare of specially created for the event. VIP hour with a gourmet beer infused buffet & vip gift. Delicious offering of food vendors featuring bacon & bbq, great music by Street Hassle & vendors. Dogs are welcome to attend. Outdoors. The Best of the BEST!
Date: Saturday, May 19th, 2018; 12pm to 5pm
Address: Lewis Morris Park- Doe Meadow Field; 270 Mendham Rd, Morristown, NJ
Cost: Tickets Get $20 Off with code NEWJERSEYISNTBORING
NJ Street Feast – May 19th
The Kearny Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival is back on May 19th! Back with more of your favorite food trucks, amazing live music, craft beer, and plenty of stuff for the kids!
Date: Saturday, May 19th, 2018; 11am to 7pm
Address: Kearny Point Warehouse; 78 John Miller Way, Kearny, NJ
Cost: $5
29th Annual New Jersey Chili & Salsa Cookoff – May 19th
The ORIGINAL the BIGGEST & the BEST Chili & Salsa Cookoff in NJ! Family fun, mouth watering vittles, contests, chili & salsa tasting, live music and much more.
Date: Saturday, May 19th, 2018; 11am to 5pm
Address: Washington St, Toms River, NJ
Cost: $7 for tasting tickets
A Taste of Spring: 2nd Annual Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest!– May 19th
Keansburg Recreation Presents: A Taste of Spring 2nd Annual Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest. Join for a great day which will include Food Trucks, A Beer Garden & A Battle of the bands. This family friendly event will also have bounce houses, face painter, sand art and more..
Date: Saturday, May 19th, 2018; 2-8pm
Address: Baywalk East, Keansburg, NJ
Cost: Free Admission
Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife – May 19th
Spend the afternoon with us at the Flying W Airport & Resort sampling delicacies from local restaurants, caterers and beverage establishments while enjoying live music and meeting our wildlife ambassadors. Participate in a raffle and come prepared to place a bid on fabulous auction items and experiences to support the refuge!
Date: Saturday, May 19th, 2018; 5-9pm
Address: Flying W Airport & Resort; Medford, NJ
Cost: See Website
Meadowlands Racetrack Beer Festival – May 19th
3rd Annual Beer Festival @ Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment – event is rain or shine. Enjoy great beer, great food, plus watch and wager on the world’s greatest harness racing (post time 7:15 pm).
Festival Highlights:
* All ticket holders have access to samplings, pairings, educational seminars and more.
* 30+ total producers breweries
Date: Saturday, May 19th, 2018; 4:30pm to 9:30pm
Address: Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment – The Backyard; 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: $15 to $75
New Jersey Renaissance Faire – May 19th & 20th
The New Jersey Renaissance Faire is an event of epic proportions! Located on the beautiful 60 acres of Liberty Lake, the Faire is the largest festival of its kind in the state of NJ, and has made a name for itself as the most interactive Renaissance Faire in the country. A renowned local destination for family entertainment, seven stages host a variety of performances each day of the Faire, including sword fighting, music, comedy, fire breathing, and aerialists. Over 50 actors welcome guests as they enter through the castle gates! In addition to the 8 hours of non-stop entertainment, there is an extensive merchant village featuring the work of talented artisans, and delicious food and drink, including Beer and Wine courtesy of the South Jersey Celtic Society and Valenzano Winery. FREE PARKING and FREE admission for children under 5 years old. Season Passes and VIP Packages available online.
Dates: May 19th & 20th, 2018; 10am to 6pm
Address: Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence Columbus Rd, Bordentown, NJ
Cost: $20 for adults, $12 for children 5-12
