New Jersey Beer Events and Festivals
For enthusiasts of beer, there’s great news! New Jersey Isn’t Boring has provided a comprehensive guide to Craft Beer Events and Festivals in the state. Explore the titles of the events for direct information links. The New Jersey Craft Beer Events are organized in chronological order.
New Jersey Craft Beer Events 2025:
MAY
Skylands Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
May 3, 12 pm – 7 pm (Rain or shine)
This event has entertainment for all ages. Spend a special day enjoying the outdoors, with delicious options including 20+ food truck vendors, desserts, specialty drinks & more. 100+ craft beers, live music, and games.
Skylands Stadium, 94 Championship Place, Augusta, NJ
Cost: $5, Children 38 Tall and Shorter are Free
Rhythm & Brews
May 17, 3 pm – 9 pm
The Rhythm returns, and the Brews too.. LOCAL Music -LOCAL Artisans -LOCAL Food and -LOCAL Brews. This kick-ass Music Festival takes place on Station Ave. in super HIP, historic downtown Haddon Heights! The 500 and 600 block of Station Ave. will be open to “FOOT TRAFFIC ONLY” for this event! A stage will be set for Music and additional music will be added in random places on the ave. The avenue will be lined with libations-Food Trucks- Live performances-and festival lovers. Cups/tickets can be purchased at the door day of. One dollar from each cup sold will go to Pediatric Cancer awareness.
Station Ave, Haddon Twp, NJ
Cost: Free
JUNE
Meadowlands Beer Fest
June 7, 4 pm – 9 pm
Attendees can enjoy a wide selection of beers from around the United States, live entertainment by DJ ALX, and live horse racing beginning at 6:20 PM, along with the Belmont Stakes simulcast. Featured breweries include Bolero Snort, Seven Tribesmen, Untied Brewing, and Five Dimes, which will be new for 2025, as well as Departed Soles.All ticket holders will have access to beer samplings, pairings, educational seminars, and more. Attendees must be 21 or older, and no refunds will be issued.
Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment – The Backyard, 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: $50 – $70. DD $15
Lions, Tigers and Beers
June 7 & 8
The Annual Lions, Tigers, and Beers Festival at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge returns! his year by popular demand, they’re turning up the excitement by expanding the festivities across two unforgettable days. Tickets are on sale now for a weekend filled with craft brews, wine, custom cocktails, live music, animal encounters, food trucks, raffles, games, prizes, and more.
Popcorn Park, 1 Humane Way, Forked River, NJ
Cost: $20 – $140
NJ Beer & Food Festival
June 14
Crystal Springs Resort is proud to host the New Jersey Beer & Food Festival — the ultimate weekend for beer lovers. Don’t miss the king of NJ beer events, sponsored by Paul Miller Auto Group. Come sample over 200 craft beer, cider & traditional brews, plus feast on an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring barbecue pulled pork, coal roasted leg of lamb, beef brisket and slaw, wood roasted chicken and more. You’ll also enjoy great entertainment including live musi, goat races, axe throwing, hot air balloon rides, laser clay shooting, hippity-hop races, lawn games, giant beer pong & more.
Resort Entrance at Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ
Hop Sauce Festival
June 14, 11 am – 5 pm
HopSauce Festival is a craft beer and hot sauce festival set to the soundtrack of an eclectic mix of original live artists. It’s become a favorite of traditional LBI summertime families and a new generation’s appreciation for great food, drink, music and art.
Veterans Memorial Park, 198 Engleside Avenue, Beach Haven, NJ
Cost: $20 – $125