NJIB’s Guide 15+ New Jersey Events March 21 – 23, 2025
Spring is finally here! New Jersey Isn’t Boring’s Guide to March 21 – 23, 2025, is your go-to source for the best events happening across the Garden State! Whether you’re searching for lively festivals, captivating performances, family-friendly fun, or seasonal activities, our guide has you covered. From local craft fairs and art exhibits to outdoor adventures and winter celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Explore new experiences, create unforgettable memories, and stay connected with the local community with New Jersey Isn’t Boring’s expertly curated event lineup.
BONUS! See NJIB at Bell Works Fresh in Holmdel on Wednesday, March 19th, and Rancocas Woods Craft and Antique Market on Saturday, March 22nd.
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New Jersey Events March 19 – 23:
Featured Event!
Jersey City Craft Beer Fest
March 22, 6 pm – 9:30 pm
Enjoy the day or evening sessions with friends and sip on unlimited samples of craft beer, while enjoying the beautiful views of the stunning New York City skyline. The event is 21+. The event will feature over 150 styles of craft beer, fantastic music, delicious food & wonderful vendors. Your ticket includes a souvenir four oz. tasting glass with a two ounce pour line. You are welcome to sample any beer that the brewers have. Designated driver tickets are also available.
Harborside Atrium, 210 Hudson St Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Save 40% with code NJIB
Color and Light Festival
March 21 & 22, 7:30 pm – 11 pm
This March, Asbury Park will host the inaugural Color & Light festival, a free public art event celebrating world-renowned digital artists. On March 21st, the iconic Paramount Theatre will be transformed by six visionary creatives debuting stunning animated projections that bring its facade to life. Showcasing the magic of projection mapping, the festival also features a curated selection of digital artists at the PolyOne Parkside Gallery. Co-produced by NFT art platform PolyOne and LUMA, America’s premier projection art festival, Color & Light invites visitors to experience breathtaking visuals, enjoy festival dining, and explore Asbury Park’s vibrant seaside scene.
Ocean Ave & Sunset Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: Free
NJ Makers Day Weekend
March 21 – 23
New Jersey Makers Day is a celebration of maker culture across the Garden State. This all-ages event connects individuals with libraries, schools, businesses, and independent maker spaces that support making, tinkering, crafting, manufacturing, and STEM-based learning. Learn more: njmakersday.org
Locations throughout NJ
Rancocas Woods Craft and Antique Market
March 22, 10 am – 3 pm
It’s the opening day for Rancocas Woods Events. This is monthly outdoor market featuring an eclectic mix of local handmade, vintage & antique goods. Expect food trucks, a pop-up beer garden and some fun contests and activities for everyone to enjoy.
118 Creek Road, Mount Laurel, NJ
Cost: Free
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
Uncork Spring! A Food & Wine Experience
March 22, 1 pm – 5 pm
Uncork the season, when 12+ NJ wineries bring more than 150 wines to be sampled & purchased. Enjoy chef pairings to enhance any dining experience, indulge in decadent food offerings, listen to music and shop artisan crafters. Sip, Savor & (S)elebrate Spring!
46 Washington Avenue, Carteret, NJ
Cost: $25 – $50
Ringwood St. Patrick’s Parade
March 22, 1 pm
The parade begins at 1 pm at The Ringwood Plaza, goes down Skyline Drive, and then up to 112 Erskine Road.
Annual Highlands St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 22, 2 pm
The Highlands Business Partnership will paint the town green for the 20th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM. The colorful festivities will highlight Irish culture with nearly 100 marching units including bagpipers, marching bands, Irish dancers, and beautifully decorated floats. The parade will begin at Waterwitch Avenue and extend along Bay Avenue. The 2024 Grand Marshal is Timothy G. Hill. Highlands Business Partnership will host the annual “Competition of Floats.” All Businesses and/or Organizations in Highlands will be competing in three (3) categories: Best of Show, Prettiest, and the Most Original. In addition, a trophy will be presented for the Best of Apparatus.
Huddy Park, 331 Bay Ave. (Step off location and continue down Bay Ave.)
Easter EGGspress at DiDonato’s Family Fun Center
March 22 & 23
Head to DiDonato’s for Easter fun! Meet with the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, and more. Inflatable 40’ obstacle course! Enjoy endless play, climbing, imagination-building, and fun on their custom-made, interactive train.
1151 South White Horse Pike Hammonton, NJ
Cost: $15.95 per person; advance tickets are highly encouraged.
Spring Artisan Market at Grounds For Sculpture
March 22 & 23, 9 am – 5 pm
The Spring Artisan Market at Grounds For Sculpture will return on March 22–23, 2025, featuring a curated shopping experience with more than 60 artisans. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse selection of handcrafted jewelry, pottery, woodworking, original artwork, skincare products, gourmet treats, and more. Whether attending for a single day or as a frequent visitor, the market provides a unique opportunity to discover and support local artisans. Guests are encouraged to explore the 42-acre sculpture park, visit the galleries, and enjoy the creative atmosphere of Grounds For Sculpture. Members will have exclusive early access to the market from 9–10 AM. F Admission to the Spring Artisan Market is included with a Grounds For Sculpture ticket, and visitors are encouraged to select their preferred arrival time when purchasing tickets.
Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ
Cost: Price of GFS admission
Happy Day Farm Maple Festival
March 22 & 23, 10 am
The Maple Festival at Happy Day Farm in Manalapan, NJ, is a sweet celebration of nature’s bounty, offering visitors a firsthand look at the maple sugaring process. Guests can embark on an educational journey to learn how maple syrup is made, from tapping the farm’s maple trees to boiling sap in an authentic sugar shack. The festival features engaging demonstrations, delicious maple treats, and fun activities for the whole family.
106 Iron Ore Rd, Manalapan, NJ
Cost: $18
JonasCon
March 23
In celebration of their 20th anniversary, Jonas Brothers are pleased to announce JONASCON, a special one-day event taking place in their home state of New Jersey. This milestone event will feature live performances, DJ sets, Q&A panels, fan activations, pop-up surprises, immersive experiences, and special guest appearances to celebrate the band’s incredible two decades.
American Dream, East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: Join the Waitlist
Winter FRESH
March 23, 10 am – 1 pm
Stay cozy this winter at this indoor food & farm market. Shop for farm-fresh produce, unique handmade goods, and connect with the people who make it all happen.
Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main St Ocean Grove, NJ
Bayonne St Patrick’s Day Parade
March 23, 1 pm
Beginning at 1pm, the parade will begin on Broadway and 5th Street, proceeding north to 39th Street where the parade turn west to Avenue C and end at the entrance of Stephen R. Gregg/Bayonne County Park.
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.
