New Jersey Foodie Events
New Jersey is a food lover’s paradise, offering culinary experiences throughout the year. New Jersey Foodie Events include food festivals, street fairs, and more; the Garden State is a haven for foodies seeking delicious adventures. Whether you’re craving fresh seafood along the shore, farm-to-table fare in the countryside, or ethnic cuisine in vibrant cities, New Jersey’s food scene has something for every palate.
Be sure to click on the title of the events for direct links to information. New Jersey Food Truck & Foodie Events are listed in date order.
2025 New Jersey Food Truck & Foodie Events:
Featured!
Bayonne Food Truck Fest
May 3, 12 pm – 7 pm
A fun-filled day of drinks, bands, and 30+ food trucks. This is a family friendly event withkids rids, face painting, and more. Live Bands include The Nerds, The Suyat Band, and more. Furry friends are welcome.
19th-22nd St Ave E, Bayonne, NJ
Cost: Free
Princeton Restaurant Week
March 1 – 7
The annual celebration of our community’s vibrant culinary scene. Check out a new spot, catch a bite at a familiar favorite, or enjoy a curated meal at an enviable eatery. Many participating restaurants will offer not only special Restaurant Week menus, but also prix fixe and reduced pricing during the event.
Jersey City Winter Restaurant Fest
March 1 – 15
This 2-week event could not happen without the amazing restauranteurs, chefs, bakers and all the staff front of house and back of house that make your dining out possible. These events are meant to introduce the community to the wealth of food possibilities in Jersey City so please continue to support local food.
Jersey City, NJ
Maple Sugar Fest at Reeves Reed Arboretum
March 2, 1 pm – 4 pm
Enjoy a brisk winter afternoon learning the steps involved in turning tree sap into delicious maple syrup. The whole family will enjoy spending the day outdoors, hiking on trails, and partaking in a Maple Sugaring Challenge! Also enjoy some hot chocolate, maple vendors, and more. It’s going to be a sweet day. This event will be held rain or shine; no refunds.
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Avenue, Summit, NJ
Cost: Maple Sugaring Fest is FREE for RRA Members and children under 3. The cost for Non-Members is $5 per person, $25 maximum per family.
A Taste of Morristown
March 3, 6 pm
The annual fundraiser of the Rotary Club of Morristown showcases the diverse fine restaurants and eateries of the Morristown area! With wine and spirits tasting courtesy of Gary’s Wine & Marketplace and beer tastings from local breweries and bars.
The Westin Governor Morris, Morristown 2 Whippany Road Morristown, NJ
Cost: $75 – $125
Haddonfield Restaurant Week
March 4 – 9
Restaurant Week is the perfect opportunity to try a Haddonfield restaurant you haven’t experienced yet. With Dinner and Lunch specials available throughout the Borough, the first week of March is the perfect time to enjoy the many culinary options Haddonfield has to offer.
Downtown Haddonfield, NJ
Belmar Dine & Discover Restaurant Tour
March 9, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
A food tour of Belmar takes you through the area’s best restaurants, breweries, and desserts.
Belmar, NJ
Cost: Advance Tickets $35, Day of Tickets $40
Glassboro Restaurant Week
March 16 – 22
The Borough of Glassboro announces its 2nd annual Restaurant Week, aimed at boosting economic growth and tourism, two initiatives that are essential components of Glassboro’s identity as a premier destination in Southern New Jersey. Scheduled to take place from March 16 to the 22nd, Glassboro Restaurant Week promises a week filled with unique opportunities for residents and visitors to indulge in well-crafted dining experiences, featuring a wide array of dishes to cater to every palate and prices to accommodate every budget.
Glassboro, NJ
Cost: Varies per location
NJ Coffee Festival
March 22, 11 am – 4 pm
New Jersey’s first coffee festival is coming to Bell Works! Whether you’re a coffee aficionado or just love a good latte, this event has it all—top-notch coffee and tea vendors, brunch favorites, expert-led workshops, coffee-inspired cocktails, and live acoustic music. Fuel your caffeine cravings, discover new brews, and elevate your coffee game at this one-of-a-kind event.
Bell Works, Holmdel, NJ
Cost: $24.99
Millburn-Short Hills Restaurant Week
March 24 – 30
Millburn-Short Hills Restaurant Week is a delightful culinary event that showcases the diverse and vibrant dining scene of Millburn and Short Hills, New Jersey. During this week-long celebration, local restaurants offer special prix-fixe menus, allowing diners to explore a variety of flavors and cuisines at discounted prices. It’s a fantastic opportunity for food enthusiasts to indulge in exquisite dishes, discover new favorite eateries, and support the thriving restaurant community.
Dream Asia Food Fest
March 28 – 30
Dream Asia Food Fest is bringing the vibrant flavors and cultures of Asia to New Jersey. Indulge in culinary delights from 90+ food vendors showcasing the finest cuisines of East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, and innovative Asian fusion dishes – a food lover’s paradise. Anime NYC is joining us to present special anime-themed merchants—fans, get ready for exclusive merchandise and experiences. Enjoy live performances, immerse yourself in cultural activities, and explore a festival that celebrates the rich diversity of Asian traditions. With vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available, there’s something for everyone.
American Dream, 1 American Dream Way East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: $12 – $45
Jersey City Pizza Fest
March 29, 1 pm – 5 pm
Join Jersey City Happy Hours for the 1st Ever Jersey City Pizza Fest on Saturday, March 29th (think bar crawl, but for PIZZA). Round up your crew, grab your family, and get ready to take a tour around Jersey City to sample pizza from some of the best spots in town. Your ticket includes a half slice of pizza from EVERY participating vendor. A portion of each ticket will benefit a local Jersey City non-profit
Check in Locations at Carmine’s Pizza Factory, 366 8th St, Jersey City, NJ and Tino’s Artisan Pizza Co, 199 Warren St, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $15 – $30
The Chocolate Expo
March 29 & 30
The Chocolate Expo has by far become the northeast’s largest chocolate-themed event. It offers tastings and sales of chocolates, baked goods, specialty foods, gelato, cheeses, and much more from local and regional vendors. Depending on location, tastings and sales of wines, beers, and other “adult beverages” may also be offered. Each Chocolate Expo event combines chocolate and food with a dash of fun, such as unique exhibits, performances, demonstrations, and/or celebrity appearances.
97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ
#OceanACEats Restaurant Week
March 30 – April 4
Ocean’s premier restaurants are offering delectable three-course menus, guests can savor an unforgettable culinary journey filled with coastal flavors and exquisite dining experiences. Live out your foodie dreams and make your reservation for a Restaurant Week at Ocean Casino Resort
Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City 500 Boardwalk Atlantic City, NJ
APRIL
Hoboken Mac & Cheese Festival
April 5, 1 pm – 5 pm
Join the Party With Purpose for a Mac & Cheese crawl you don’t want to miss! Round up your crew, bring your family, and get ready to sample all kinds of Mac & Cheese creations (more on that below) from some of the best spots in Hoboken. Your ticket includes a sample of Mac & Cheese from every participating location. A portion of each ticket will benefit Party With Purpose*, a Hoboken non-profit supporting children’s initiatives
Downtown Hoboken, NJ
Cost: $15 – $40
Jersey City Night Market: Latin Food and Music Fest
April 5, 3 pm – 9 pm
Celebrate small business and everything chill about Chilltown. Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists & artisans, dance as the DJs bring the energy.
179 Montgomery St 179 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Cinnamon Bun Run 5.2K & 10K
April 6, 10 am
Kick off the spring running season with the sweetest race around. Choose between a flat, fast 5.2K or 10K and enjoy a warm cinnamon bun at the finish line. Walkers are welcome in the 5.2K. Participants will receive a Cinnamon Bun Run Medal while supporting the St. Andreas Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families affected by neonatal encephalopathy. Medals and T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 300 registrants. Prices increase by $10 one week before the event, so register early to secure your spot.
Duke Island Park, 191 Old York Rd, Bridgewater, NJ
Cost: 5.2K: $38 10K: $48
Rahway Taste of Spring
April 11, 5:30 pm – 9 pm
Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe, the Rahway City Council, and the City of Rahway’s Special Improvement District invite you to get your taste buds ready for their premier Restaurant Tasting Event, happening in Downtown Rahway—the Rahway Taste of Spring! Now in its 22ndt year, this event has been widely recognized as the largest tasting event of its kind in the NJ/NY Metro Area, typically with upwards of 40 eateries and bakeries, plus an additional 40 stations of national distributors of fine wine, boutique beers and aperitifs. With live music, good food, wines and beers from all over the world, Rahway’s Taste of Spring is the place to be this April. Tickets for the Friday, April 11th event are $40 per person and will sell out fast! Tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite or through the Eventbrite.
Rahway Recreation Center, 275 East Milton Avenue Rahway, NJ
Cost: $40
Latin Food Fest
April 13, 12 pm – 7 pm
Embark on a Latin culinary adventure at the Food Fest Fiesta at Garden State Plaza’s Nordstrom’s Lot. From noon to 7p, attendees can enjoy authentic street-style tacos, sizzling fajitas, mouthwatering arepas, empanadas, and a variety of Latin American desserts. Live Latin music and dance performances, family-friendly activities, culinary demonstrations by renowned chefs, and food contests with exciting prizes will keep the festive vibes alive.
Garden State Plaza Mall, Paramus NJ
Cost: $7 Children 5 and younger are free
Whole Lotta Empanada, Food Truck & Music Festival
April 19, 11 am – 7 pm
The City of Garfield Recreation Department proudly presents the Whole Lotta Empanada Festival. There will be 15+ Empanada Vendors all vying for the EMPY! (People’s Choice Best Empanada) Plus 12 additional Gourmet Food Trucks, offering lobster rolls, seafood, Puerto Rican, Greek, Latin, Peruvian, chicken, burgers, sandwiches, garlic knot sliders, rice balls, dessert and more.
20th Century Park, Elizabeth St, Garfield, NJ
Cost: $5, Kids under 5 are free
Randolph Food Truck and Music Fest
April 26, 11 am – 7 pm
18 gourmet food trucks, Live Music, vendors, beer, margarita & sangria garden, kid activities including bungee trampoline, rock wall, bounce house, slide, inflatable hatchet throwing, face painting, sand art & so much more! An important Benefit for Randolph Rescue Squad.
214 Center Grove Rd, Randolph, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free
The Original NJ Empanada Festival
April 26, 12 pm – 7 pm
The event features empanada trucks, live music, beer and wine, a bungee trampoline, bounce house, face painter, henna tattoo, sand art, and craft vendors. The event supports the Manville PBA #236, dedicated to serving the town of Manville. Don’t miss this epic culinary and entertainment adventure—grab your tickets for a day filled with flavors, fun, and fantastic entertainment.
Rustic Mall, Main Street Manville, NJ
Cost: $7. Children 5 and younger are free
Beach Haven Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival
April 26, 1 pm
The Annual Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival will take place at Veteran’s Park in Beach Haven, NJ, featuring breweries from across the state. Admission is $25 for those 21 and older who wish to drink, which includes a cup and four craft beer drink tickets. Tickets can only be purchased on the day of the event via cash or credit. Non-drinkers are welcome with donation-based entry and can explore craft vendors, enjoy a variety of food trucks, listen to live music, and participate in a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds support the local volunteer fire company.
Veteran’s Bicentennial Park, 125 Engleside Ave, Beach Haven, NJ
Cost: $25 for those 21+
Buy Rite Beer & Wine Festival
April 26, 12 pm – 5 pm
Come and enjoy a day filled with great beer and wine at Mercer County Park. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or a wine connoisseur, this event has something for everyone. Discover new flavors and indulge in your favorite brews and wines from a variety of vendors. All proceeds from this event will benefit Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Foundation & Sarala Bathena Foundation.
Mercer County Park, 1638 Old Trenton Road West Windsor Township, NJ
Cost: $50 – $60, $10 DD
Shad Festival
April 26 & 27, 11 am – 5 pm
The Shad Festival has evolved from a local art show into a nationally recognized award-winning event. Shad Fest features the area’s finest artists and crafters, great food, and family entertainment, but the two-day extravaganza also serves as a venue for local non-profit organizations to raise necessary operating funds.
Lambertville, NJ
Cost: Free
Paramus Food Truck Fest
April 27, 11 am – 7 pm
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.
700 Paramus Park, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free
HabibiFest NJ
April 27, 11 am – 5 pm
HabibiFest NJ is an annual, free, family-friendly festival held in Maplewood, New Jersey, celebrating Arab culture and heritage. The festival features live performances such as dabke, belly dancing, tanoura, and live music. Attendees can also enjoy a variety of food and desserts, explore a souq with local artists and vendors, and participate in interactive children’s workshops and activities.
The Woodland, Maplewood, NJ
Cost: Free
United for Impact Food Truck Festival
April 27, 12 pm – 4 pm
In partnership with DowntownFreehold.com, United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties (UWMOC) is hosting the United for Impact Food Truck Festival on West Main Street in Freehold, NJ. The event is rain or shine. Guests will enjoy great food, beer, vendors and live music while supporting United Way’s critical work in the community. This event creates awareness helping to advance UWMOC’s mission to bridge the gaps to education, financial stability, and health.
West Main Street in Downtown Freehold, NJ
Hoboken MutzFest
April 27, 1 pm – 5 pm
This family-friendly event will feature a celebration of the city’s best mutz, live music by Rostafa, a cannoli-eating contest, a mozzarella stick eating contest, and a Sinatra sing-along. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Hoboken Bike Camp for individuals with disabilities, as well as the Hoboken Family Alliance and its various community initiatives.
400 14th Street Hoboken, NJ
Cost: $50 GA, $100 VIP. Kids 12 and under are free
MAY
NJ Wine & Food Festival
May 2 – 4
Crystal Springs Resort is proud to host New Jersey Food & Wine Fest — the king of all New Jersey wine events. The festival’s events are designed to allow food and wine connoisseurs to meet and mingle with the world’s finest chefs and winemakers and sample the best food and wine around.
Crystal Springs Resort, Hamburg, NJ
Chester Food Truck and Music Fest
May 3, 11 am – 7 pm
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.
Municipal Field, 134 Main St, Chester, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free
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
Fiesta de Mayo Cantina Crawl
May 3, 12 pm – 5 pm
Participants will sample 6oz. Margaritas and vote for their favorite, along with enjoying discounted food and drink specials at local eateries and pubs, and surprises at retail establishments. Live Mariachi music will enhance the Mexican atmosphere. Check-in is at Huddy Park, 301 Shore Dr. Highlands, between 11AM and 12:30PM. Tickets can be purchased in advance at highlandsnj.com or at the event check-in at Huddy Park, 11am-1pm. This event is rain or shine.
Huddy Park check-in, 329 Bay Ave., Highlands, NJ
Cost: $40
Racin for Bacon 5k/10k
May 4, 10 am – 1 pm
Celebrate the Spring running season with a flat fast 5k or 10k featuring FREE BACON at the finish line! Participants can choose their distance, receive a finishers medal, and enjoy 2 freshly cooked pieces of bacon. The race welcomes all levels of runners and walkers (5k only for walkers), encouraging families and even dogs to join in the fun.
Monmouth Battleview Park, Manalapan, NJ
Cost: Registration is online
VetFest Music and Food Truck Festival
May 4, 12 pm – 7 pm
The festival will feature New Jersey’s top bands and over a dozen local food trucks, all in support of Community Hope. There will also be Two Bounce houses for the kids (free with entry) and a Beer Garden. Proceeds from this event will benefit Community Hope’s Veterans Programs to end veteran homelessness.
Dave Waks Memorial Park, 39 Barbour Pond Rd, Wayne, NJ
Cost: $5+
Branchburg Food Truck and Music Fest
May 10, 11 am – 7 pm
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
Hackettstown International Day and Maifest
May 10, 12 pm – 5 pm
Come support your local artists, crafters, shops, eateries & beer brewers during the Hackettstown Maifest & International Day celebration! This is a family-friendly event with live entertainment, activities, business specials, and vendors by the Marketspace. Join this festive celebration highlighting Hackettstown’s diverse culture with an assortment of cuisine and craft beers. Enjoy browsing an array of local artists work. The festival will take place on Valentine and Grand Avenues. Free to enter.
200 4th Ave, Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: Free
BBQ and Soul Food Festival
May 10, 12 pm – 7 pm
The event, proudly supporting the Rotary Club of New Brunswick, celebrates the best in American cuisine, featuring smoky BBQ and Southern soul food. The event will offer an array of BBQ dishes like ribs, brisket, fried chicken, mac ‘n’ cheese, collard greens, and more. Attendees can also enjoy live music, with details to be announced soon. The family-friendly day includes a Kids Zone with bounce houses, a bungee trampoline, a rock wall, a kids’ driving course, face painters, and more
Middlesex County Fairgrounds, East Brunswick, NJ
Cost: $7, kids 10 and under are free
Bloomfield Food Truck and Music Fest
May 16, 4 pm – 10 pm
FOOD TRUCK FRI-YAY is rolling into Bloomfield! Bloomfield Food Truck & Music Fest will feature 16 quality Food Trucks, Live Music, Beer, Sangria & Margarita Garden, Face Painting, pony rides, bungee tramploine, inflatables, Sand Art, Kids Activities, Vendors, a 50/50 and so much more!
St. Thomas the Apostle School, 60 Byrd Ave, Bloomfield, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free
New Jersey Seafood Festival
May 16 – 18
This popular family-friendly event offers an ultimate feast of crowd-pleasing fare — from gumbo, lobster rolls, and jambalaya, to coconut shrimp, crab legs, conch fritters, and more. In addition to some great seafood, live music is also a big part of the Belmar Seafood Festival. The lineup of bands includes popular area musicians performing live during all three days of the festival.
Pyanoe Plaza and Pyanoe Plaza Parking lot, Belmar, NJ
Cost: 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
Meadowlands Racetrack’s Battle of the Meats
May 17, 5 pm – 11 pm
On Saturday, May 17, enjoy a great BBQ at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment – Admission is FREE! Chow down on some delicious BBQ and Burgers from the best food trucks & restaurants in the area.
1 Racetrack Driver, East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: Free Admission, pay as you go at food trucks
Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival
May 17 & 18, 11 am – 7 pm
The Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival is a two-day celebration that features yummy vegan and plant-based meals from local chefs, as well as vegan products, plant-based fashion, live music and good times
Bradley Park, 101-199 5th Ave Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: $15 – $25
World Food Extravaganza
May 17 & 18, 11 am – 7 pm
A two-day celebration of global flavors, music, and entertainment! The event features over 20 food vendors offering authentic dishes from around the world, bringing an EPCOT-style experience to New Jersey. On Saturday, May 17, attendees can enjoy country music from the Brian Dean Moore Band and more, while Sunday, May 18, will feature an exciting lineup, including the Super Stars of UWA Elite Pro Wrestling. A selection of international beer, wine, and hard seltzers will be available. Tickets are $10 online or $20 for a two-day pass, with door prices at $15 per day or $25 for the weekend. Children under 10 enter for free, and parking is also free. Proudly sponsored by New Jersey 101.5 and 94.5 WPST, this event promises a weekend of great food, music, and fun for the whole family.
Mercer County Park, West Windsor, NJ
Cost: $15 per person per day $25 for a 2-day pass All children under 12 are free
Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival
May 24 – 26
This Memorial Day weekend, Monmouth Park’s biggest event – the Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival – is back on its normal date and back to its normal size. Come enjoy 35 of the Jersey Shore’s most mouth-watering food trucks. Sample everything from lobster rolls to Mac & Cheese to fried oreos. Amazing food, great music, live horse racing, and much more
Monmouth Park Racetrack, Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport NJ
Cost: $6
The Arc of Warren County Food Truck and Music Fest
May 31, 12 pm – 7 pm
Supporting the incredible work of The Arc of Warren County, this event at Donaldson Farms in Hackettstown, NJ, on May 31, 2025, promises a day of fantastic food, family fun, and community celebration. Guests can enjoy delicious offerings from 11 food trucks, live music by the Brian Dean Moore Band, and craft beers and czeltzers from Czig Meister Brewery Company. The event features activities for all ages, including games, pony visits, and a free interactive kids’ zone by Mega Bite Events, making it a fun-filled day for the whole family.
Donaldson Farms, Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: $8, 10 and under are free
JUNE
Jersey City Night Market: The Cookout
June 7, 3 pm – 9 pm
Celebrate small business and everything chill about Chilltown. Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists & artisans, dance as the DJs bring the energy.
179 Montgomery St 179 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Jersey City Night Market: Vintage and Vinyl
August 2, 3 pm – 9 pm
Celebrate small business and everything chill about Chilltown. Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists & artisans, dance as the DJs bring the energy.
179 Montgomery St 179 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Jersey City Night Market: The Wrap Party
October 4, 3 pm – 9 pm
Celebrate small business and everything chill about Chilltown. Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists & artisans, dance as the DJs bring the energy.
179 Montgomery St 179 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend