Top New Jersey Events Mother’s Day 2023

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Top New Jersey Events for May 12 – 14:

Garden State Wine Growers Mother’s Day Weekend Wine Trail
May 12 – 14
Starting May 12th thru the 14th, celebrate with Mom while discovering all that Garden State wine country has to offer. A journey on the Mother’s Day Wine Trail promises to honor the extraordinary ladies in your life. What to expect on the Garden State Wine Growers Association Mother’s Day Wine Trail:
– Gorgeous vineyards with outdoor seating and live entertainment
– Special Mother’s Day drinks and tastings with commentary by expert sommeliers
– Food trucks, fire pits, market umbrellas, flowers, and Mother’s Day wine glasses
– Candle making and succulent planting
– Brunch, lunch, specialty desserts and wine flights
Partipating Wineries in NJ
Cost: Varies per event

Merchantville Art Walk
May 12, 6 pm – 9 pm
Tour the town and take in an incredible collection of works from local artists. Local businesses teamed up with artists to show their work for one night. Live Music will take place at several places and you can freely walk around and enjoy all the beautiful spaces in Merchantville.
East Maple Ave Merchantville, NJ

Sparta Special Olympics Spring 2023 Vendor and Craft Fair
May 13, 10 am – 3 pm
Local crafters, direct sales and retail business owners will be gathered at Sparta High School selling their products and sharing their talents. There will be food, shopping, music and more! Come support the Sparta Special Olympics and Special Olympics NJ Area 3 as we gather to spread the word of inclusion. Come meet our amazing Athletes of Determination and wish them luck for the 2023 season!!
70 W. Mountain Road, Sparta, NJ

Bloom Market Festival
May 13, 10 am – 3 pm
Come and celebrate the special ladies in your life this Mother’s Day weekend at Renault. The theme “Bloom where you are planted” will be reflected throughout this two-day event. Shop a wide array of curated Makers who will be sharing their handmade goods while enjoying live music, photo opportunities, a moment for dedication, and dining options. Saturday will also provide interactive activities and projects for kids and their moms to enjoy together.
Renault Winery Resort 72 N Bremen Avenue Egg Harbor City, NJ

Creative Arts & Music Festival
May 13, 10 am – 4 pm
The annual Creative Arts & Music Festival features a variety of fine artists and artisans with offerings such as mixed media, painting, photography, jewelry, pottery, and more. Plus, enjoy live music by some of the best local musicians. Food vendors, artist demonstrations, and free activities will be happening throughout the day.
Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ

Annual Azalea Festival
May 13, 10 am – 4 pm
Held only on Mother’s Day weekend each year. This event takes place in the historic Hamilton Square, Sayen House and Gardens, a sanctuary for nature lovers, garden enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Enjoy seeing over 250,000 flowering bulbs, dogwoods, azaleas and rhododendron, In addition to touring the grounds’ collection of beautifully landscaped walking paths, fountains, bridges, lakes, gazebos, and breathtaking scenery, attendees can enjoy crafters, food, music, entertainment, and more
Sayen Park Botanical Garden, 155 Hughes Drive, Hamilton Township, NJ

National Public Gardens Day
May 13, 11 am – 2 pm
Celebrate National Public Gardens Day in MHHM’s historic garden! Special presentations, nature scavenger hunts, and art activities in the garden. At 1:30 pm see The Raptor Trust’s Fantastic Falcons. Rain or shine. This program is offered for free through support from The Astle-Alpaugh Family Foundation.
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 45 Macculloch Avenue, Morristown, NJ

Branchburg Food Truck and Music Fest
May 13, 11 am – 7 pm, Rain Date May 21
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.
White Oak Park, 235 Baird Rd, Branchburg, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free

Vendor & Food Truck Festival
May 13, 12 pm – 5 pm (Rain date: Sunday, May 14)
Join in for a day full of fun, food, and vendors for the whole family.
RWJBarnabas Health Field of Dreams, 1505 N. Bay Ave, Toms River, NJ
Cost: Free admission and the event is open to the public.

Brew By the Bay
May 13, 12 pm – 6 pm (May 15th Rain date)
The tasting takes place on the picturesque waterfront; tickets are $35.00 and include seven 4oz. tastings and a pint of craft beer and a commemorative pilsner cup (for the first 300 registered). Additional tastings can be purchased at the event for $3. Participating breweries include Belford Brewing Co., Jughandle Brewing Co., Jersey Cyclone Brewing Co., Toms River Brewing, Yale Terrace Brewery, Last Wave Brewing Co., South 40 Brewing Co., Icarus Brewing, Ross Brewing Co., Carton Brewing, Ghost Hawk Brewing Co., Bradley Brew Project, and Battle River Brewing, to name a few. Each participating brewery will bring two styles of beer. There will be live music, fire pits, and delicious Local Smoke cuisine.
Seafarer, 1 Atlantic St., Highlands, NJ
Cost: $35

Manville PBA Food & Music Festival
May 13, 12 pm – 7 pm
MegaBite Events has joined forces with the Manville PBA for the first big food and music fest of 2023 on May 13th at the Rustic Mall starting at noon! yes… Its a great way to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend! 12+ food vendors, Live music from Naughty Humphrey and Grand Theft Audio NJ, Craft vendors, Bounce House village, Bungee Trampoline, air shot shooting range, henna tattoo, and so much more….
Rustic Mall, Main Street Manville NJ
Cost: $6 for everyone 6 and over

Central NJ Spring Beer Festival
May 13, 3 pm – 7 pm
Enjoy draft beer from the following NJ breweries: Buttzville, Conclave, Descendants, Flounder, Glenbrook, Highrail, Jersey Cyclone, Jersey Girl, Oakflower, Opportunity, Sunken Silo, and Burnt Mills Cidery. Live music on the beach!
Sunset Lake, 1350 Coriell Drive Bridgewater, NJ
Cost: $10 – $65

Spring Bazaar
May 13 & 14, 12 pm – 5 pm
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Spring Bazaar in Long Branch & Asbury Park. The weekend will feature shopping, arts & crafts, and music experience in two beautiful locations by the beach: Whitechapel Projects in Long Branch and Grand Arcade at Asbury Park Convention Hall. Enjoy a weekend adventure at the Jersey Shore! The Mother’s Day Weekend Spring Bazaar will feature shopping from local makers, artists, designers, crafters, and collectors; fresh flower bouquets, Mother’s day photos and photo stations; music & entertainment; craft workshops; kids workshops & face painting; brunch; and delicious food & libations.
Whitechapel Projects in Long Branch & Grand Arcade of Asbury Park Convention Hall