NJIB’s Guide to 50+ New Jersey Free Events May 2026
Looking for free events to enjoy in New Jersey this May? From vibrant festivals to educational workshops, the Garden State has many exciting activities for all ages and interests. Explore local art exhibitions, experience new food and different food festivals, or attend outdoor concerts—all without spending a dime. Whether you’re a New Jersey resident or just visiting, May is the perfect time to experience all the amazing events that the state has to offer, without breaking the bank.
Always check the weather and the event links before you attend in case of cancellations and rescheduling.
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New Jersey Free Events May 2026:
Featured!
Bayonne Food Truck Festival
May 9, 12 pm – 7 pm
Celebrating the City of Bayonne! The event will be taking place on May 9, 2026, from 12 pm-7 pm Take in the community atmosphere, kids rides, live music and Beer garden. Enjoy a day of trying food from the best food trucks in Jersey, as well as fun activities for the whole family. Hosted by the City of Bayonne, there is no cover charge to enter, so bring the whole family and enjoy a day of food, music, and fun.
22nd- 24th St Ave E, Bayonne, NJ
Cranford Spring Street Fest
May 17, 11 am – 5 pm
Step into a world of vibrant crafts, tantalizing tastes, and endless entertainment! Get ready to stroll through a kaleidoscope of crafts, flavors, and rhythms, where every corner holds a new adventure. This is a street-fair style event featuring 100+ artisans and Cranford Businesses along North Union Ave and Alden St. Admission is free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Food Trucks and Live Music will be in the Fire Department parking lot next to the gazebo.
308 Union Ave N, Cranford, NJ
The Weekend of May 1 – 3:
Boonton Main Street Presents “Art Walk”
May 1, 5 pm – 9 pm
Set against the picturesque streets of Boonton, this immersive evening will transform Main Street into a lively hub of artistic expression and community connection. Attendees can stroll through local shops and venues showcasing a diverse array of artwork while enjoying live music, lite bites, and libations from participating businesses. The Art Walk is part of Boonton’s popular “First Friday” series, designed to support local artists, highlight small businesses, and bring the community together in a welcoming, walkable setting.
Main St, Boonton, NJ
Atlantic Visiting Nurse Rummage Sale
May 1 – 3, Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, Sunday, May 3: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Twice a year, Atlantic Visiting Nurse holds an epic rummage sale at the Far Hills Fairgrounds. This fundraiser helps provide home health and hospice care for the uninsured. It involves hundreds of volunteers and attracts thousands of bargain hunters who scour our two acres and 25 departments. This isn’t your average sale. What began as a modest fundraiser in 1923 with just a handful of tables has grown into a landmark event that raises $1.5 million every year to provide home care and hospice for people in the community. There’s truly nothing else like it in New Jersey.
Far Hills Fairgrounds, 1 Peapack Rd, Far Hills, NJ
Ocean City Spring Block Party
May 2, 9 am – 5 pm
Ocean City’s annual street fair features over 350 crafters, food vendors, music, and more.
From 5th Street to 14th Street on Asbury Ave., Ocean City, NJ
Fairy Trail Festival
May 2, 10 am – 2 pm
This free, festival-style day is filled with enchantment for all ages— Storytelling, Fairy house building, Face painting, Scavenger hunt…and more woodland surprises! Wings, crowns & Fairy Trail t-shirts will be available for purchase— with all proceeds supporting the South Mountain Conservancy Fairy Trail Fund. Come dressed in your most magical attire (or get outfitted at the event!)
Locust Grove, South Mountain Reservation, Millburn, NJ
Made in Monmouth
May 2, 10 am – 4 pm
Made In Monmouth is a program for both vendors to create useful new products that the public will want to buy and for visitors to find the best Monmouth made products to enrich their lives! Shop local by supporting local goods like kid friendly items, baked goods, art work, jewelry, pet items and more!
Brookdale Community College, in the Collins Arena & Recreation Events Center, Lincroft, NJ
ECO Fair
May 2, 10 am – 4 pm
ECO Fair is a free Family Day event inspired by natural and artful living, featuring local gardening clubs, including Rutgers Master Gardeners with various native and wildlife-friendly plants, locally grown herbs and vegetables for sale, handmade works of New Jersey artists, environmental organizations, Nature Trail tours, eco-friendly activities for families, live music, and more. Enjoy a beautiful spring day by walking around the WheatonArts campus. Admission to all WheatonArts exhibits and Artist Studio demonstrations are free and open to the public for the day, part of WheatonArts’ Family Days, presented by PNC Arts Alive! Supply your zip code at the gate and receive a FREE Eco-shopping bag, courtesy of the Cumberland County Improvement Authority! One per adult, while supplies last. Children have an opportunity to design their own at the Authority booth while supplies last.
1000 Village Drive, Millville, NJ
Kidsfest
May 2, 11 am – 2 pm
Kids Fest at the Cohanzick Zoo is a free, annual spring event featuring family-friendly entertainment. Attendees can enjoy carnival games, craft stations, face painting, and food trucks like Big John’s Pizza Queen. It is a celebration of spring, featuring educational, hands-on activities for children.
Cohanzick Zoo, 45 Mayor Aitken Drive Bridgeton, NJ
Elmwood Park’s Springfest Street Fair w/Crafters Corner
May 2, 11 am – 5 pm
This event is hosted by the Borough of Elmwood Park and will be held on Market Street and the Recreation Field from 11 am-5 pm, rain or shine. The street will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event and will be transformed into a giant block party. If you like shopping then this is the place to be. They’ll have quality exhibitors selling a selection of assorted items, a special arts & crafts section, live entertainment, kiddie zone, great festival foods & food trucks, and so much more. Local organizations are welcome to join this community event.
300 Market Street, Elmwood Park, NJ
Kayou MY LITTLE PONY Collect & Play Day
May 2, 11 am – 5 pm
Join for a celebration of friendship, magic, fun, and collectible cards. Whether you’re stopping by with family, meeting up with friends, or just curious about the new MY LITTLE PONY Trading Card Game, this all-ages event is the perfect way to experience the magic—no purchase required. Throughout the day, you’ll be able to: Get Ponified with playful makeup looks and colorful hair extensions, Snap & Share at a themed photo moment with fun giveaways, Learn & Play with hands-on TCG demos and guided gameplay, Discover the Cards with collectible designs to explore up close, and Collect & Shop Kayou MLP cards, booster packs, and starter decks. RSVP to reserve your spot.
A Court, Level 1 @ American Dream | 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ
Jersey Devil Fable Festival
May 2, 12 pm – 6 pm
Bring on the folklore and fables. From the Pine Barrens of New Jersey to the Black Forest of Germany, we have all been raised on the tales of the dark dark forest. Join the Asbury Park Paranormal Museum as they explore those tales, the myth and reality in a good old fashioned festival. Come dressed in you spooky and creepy Brothers Grimm best to ward of the last of the ghouls and goblins of the year.
Mattison Ave in Asbury Park, NJ
AAPI Food & Music Festival
May 2, 1 pm – 5 pm
Union Twp will host its Annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Food & Music Festival to celebrate its local AAPI community. The event takes place on Stuyvesant Avenue (between Morris and Axton Ave) for a festival with delicious food vendors, exciting activities, and more.
Stuyvesant Avenue, Union Twp, NJ
Union Muster
May 2 & 3, 10 am – 4 pm
Step back in time and experience life during the Civil War era at Middlesex County’s Annual Union Muster, taking place at the East Jersey Old Town Village—Middlesex County’s premier historical site for living history. Presented by the Middlesex County Division of History and Historic Preservation in partnership with the Arts Institute of Middlesex County, this free, family-friendly event honors the legacy of the 80,000 New Jersey soldiers who served in the Civil War. Visitors will enjoy a weekend full of: Live historical reenactments with Union soldiers and civilians, Musket and artillery demonstrations, 19th-century music and performances, Children’s crafts and activities, and Savory eats and tasty treats served by Beastro.
East Jersey Old Town Village 1050 River Rd, Piscataway, NJ
Handmade Hopewell: A Makers Street Fair
May 3, 10 am – 4 pm
A small, but mighty unique and highly curated makers street fair. Upwards of 60 makers, artisans, and craftspeople fill Seminary Avenue of Hopewell Borough offering a wide variety of goods including textiles, home goods, paintings, ceramics and much more! Rain or Shine.
Seminary Avenue, Hopewell Borough, NJ
Westfield Spring Fling Street Fair
May 3, 10 am – 5 pm
Spring Fling Street Fair in Westfield promises to deliver an array of exciting new attractions and all the favorites from years past such as a kid’s zone, including carnival rides, face painting, henna art, and boardwalk-style games. It will feature realistic dinosaur attractions, utilizing animatronics and puppetry to interacting with attendees, adding an extra layer of excitement for families.Attendees can expect an expanded lineup of live music all day. The fair will offer a range of food vendors along with a designated seating area and high-top tables in the beer garden for a more enjoyable dining experience.
Downtown Westfield, NJ
Springfest Craft Show & Antique Corner
May 3, 10 am – 5 pm
A Don’t Miss Exciting Shopping Event held in picturesque Veterans Park. One hundred & twenty exhibitors will be set up on the grass along the paths with an array of hand crafted items, art & gifts. The Antique & Collectible corner is where you will find treasures from the past. Festival foods will be available as well as home made pretzels, pickles, kettle korn, sweets, & Italian ice. Free Admission and is held rain or shine. Sponsored by Westwood Recreation and organized by P.J.’s Promotions. use 318 3rd Ave for your GPS
Veterans Park, Park Ave, Westwood, NJ
Walnut Street Fair
May 3, 11 am – 4 pm
Spread throughout the heart of Walnut Street in beautiful Montclair, NJ, the Walnut Street Fair features 200+ vendors and displays, live music, food trucks, a beer garden, a family fun zone with Touch-A-Truck and much more! This event is family/dog friendly. The Walnut Street Fair stretches from Forest Street all the way to Grove Street. Erie Park (next to the baseball field) will feature a huge family-fun zone with tons of kid-friendly activities and entertainment.
Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ
Highland Park Street Fair & Craft Show
May 3, 11 am – 5 pm
Come on down to Highland Park for the Annual Highland Park Street Fair & Craft Show and enjoy a day of family fun with original and interesting Arts & Crafts, Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Games, Family Fun, live music, DJ, performances and more!
Raritan Ave and 5th Ave; Highland Park, NJ
The Weekend of May 4 – 10:
Merchantville Art Walk
May 8, 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
Certified Gardener Spring Garden Expo and Plant Sale
May 9, 9 am – 2 pm
The Gloucester County Certified Gardeners are proud to present the Certified Gardener Spring Expo and Plant Sale, a community event celebrating the start of the gardening season. This annual event invites gardeners of all experience levels—from beginners planting their first vegetables to experienced growers looking for unique plants—to spend a day learning, exploring, and preparing for a successful growing season. Held in the beautiful setting of Scotland Run Park, the event offers visitors an opportunity to purchase a wide variety of high-quality plants, receive expert gardening advice, and learn more about creating healthy and productive gardens at home.
Scotland Run Park, 980 E. Academy St., Clayton, NJ
Creative Arts & Music Festival
May 9, 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 9, 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
Hot Rods & Harleys
May 9, 11 am – 7 pm
The annual Hot Rods & Harleys event is revving up for another spectacular day of family fun! Join for a celebration of classic cars, motorcycles, live music, and local food vendors.
Downtown Rahway, NJ
Spring Bazaar
May 9 & 10, 12 pm – 5 pm
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Spring Bazaar in 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.
Grand Arcade of Asbury Park Convention Hall and The Asbury Hotel, Asbury Park, NJ
The Weekend of May 11 – 17:
Annual Greek Festival
May 14 – 17
World-famous cuisine, culture, music, and hospitality. There will be fun for the entire family including carnival games, cooked and grilled food, desserts and pastries, ouzo, beer, and live Greek music and dancing.
St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, 51 Paramus Rd. Paramus, NJ
New Jersey Seafood Festival
May 15 – 17
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
Lake Hopatcong Block Party
May 16, 10 am – 4 pm
The Lake Hopatcong Block Party offers a unique Main Street-style experience in a beautiful lakeside setting. Hosted by the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, this event brings visitors together with businesses, non-profit organizations, community groups, crafters, and food vendors for a community day like no other featuring activities, entertainment, raffles, a children’s scavenger hunt, and more.
Hopatcong State Park, 260 Lakeside Blvd, Landing, NJ
History Day
May 16, 10 am – 4 pm
Learn about the history in your backyard from local, state, and national historical organizations. Visit Revolutionary War and Civil War camps, see historical weapons demonstrations, and meet Generals George Washington, Rochambeau, Anthony Wayne, and Colonel Stephen Moylan. Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy live music with a special performance by the Raritan Valley Symphonic Band. This event features wheelchair-accessible wagon rides, crafts, skilled artisans, and more. From the 18th century to the 20th century, there is something for everyone at History Day.
1050 River Rd, Piscataway, NJ
Montclair Porchfest
May 16, 11 am – 5 pm
The streets, porches, and neighborhoods of Montclair come alive with music, energy, and community spirit. Montclair Porchfest showcases incredible talent that will be performing all across town on May 16th from 11AM–5PM. There will be a total of 211 live band performances across 85 porch locations.
Montclair, NJ
Woodbridge Street Fair & Craft Show
May 16, 11 am – 5 pm
Come on down to Woodbridge for the Annual Woodbridge Street Fair & Craft Show and enjoy a day of family fun with original and interesting Arts & Crafts, Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Games, Family Fun, live music, DJ, performances and more!
Main St and Amboy Ave, Woodbridge, NJ
Hackettstown International Day and Maifest
May 16, 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
Keansburg Food Truck Festival
May 16, 2 pm – 7 pm
Join the fun for annual Food Truck Festival in Keansburg!. 2pm-5pm DJ’ing will be No limit Entertainment. 5pm-7pm will be live music featuring Michael Patrick, and the Margarita thrills (Jimmy Buffett cover band). FREE face painting, balloon artist, bounce house and more.
1 Beachway Ave, Keansburg, NJ
Rhythm & Brews
May 16, 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
MayFest
May 16 & 17, 10 am – 5 pm
Historic Smithville host’s over 100 juried crafters, an international food court, music, kids’ activities, non-profit organizations and much more! All of this is in addition to their 50 Shoppes, carousel ride, train ride, paddle boats, 7 eateries, and antique arcades that are located at the Village year-round!
Smithville Village, 615 E Moss Mill Rd, Smithville, NJ
Rose Squared Art Show Verona Park
May 16 & 17, 10 am – 5 pm
Rose Squared Art Shows presents more than 90 artisans at Verona Park. This event showcases both fine art and fine craft with works in apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, painting, 2D/3D mixed media and photography. The event is rain or shine.
475 Bloomfield Ave, Verona, NJ
Ocean Fun Days
May 16 & 17, 11 am – 3 pm
This free family friendly event features eco tours, children’s activities, games and more. In addition, there will be interactive workshops with marine scientists and researchers to learn about our amazing coastline and ways you can help protect the environment.
Island Beach State Park, Seaside Heights, NJ & NJ Sea Grant Consortium, Sandy Hook, NJ
Wallisch Homestead Flea & Vintage Marketplace
May 17, 9 am – 4 pm
This beautiful 99-acre site will host a vintage and antique section, along with a diverse marketplace featuring new items, crafts, and garage-sale finds. Also enjoy a variety of selections from local food trucks and live music throughout the day. Hosted by the Friends of the Wallisch Homestead.
65 Lincoln Ave., West Milford, NJ
JC’s Annual Kenilworth Street Fair & Classic Car Show
May 17, 10 am – 4 pm
Hosted by the Borough of Kenilworth, the Boulevard will be closed to vehicle traffic from 14th St. to 23rd St. and transformed into a giant block party from 10 am-4:00 pm. This event will feature quality exhibitors, a special crafter’s section, lots of great food, kiddie rides, a kids’ area, live music and performances, local merchants & civic organizations, and a large classic car show. The car show starts on the west end of the event at 14th Street. Shop along the Boulevard with over 100 quality exhibitors selling jewelry, handbags, sports collectibles, clothing, home decor, and more. There is a special section featuring handmade crafts from local and nearby crafters and artisans, with unique, one-of-a-kind items.
567 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ
Maplewood Street Fair & Craft Show
May 17, 11 am – 5 pm
Come on down to Maplewood for the Annual Maplewood Street Fair & Craft Show and enjoy a day of family fun with original and interesting Arts & Crafts, Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Games, Family Fun, live music, DJ, performances and more!
Springfield Ave and Rutgers St, Maplewood, NJ
Walnford Day
May 17, 11 am – 5 pm
Spend the day celebrating 200 years of Waln history with demonstrations, displays and wagon rides. Highlights include a performance by the Magnolia Street String Band from 2-4 p.m.
Historic Walnford, 62 Walnford Rd, Upper Freehold, NJ
Freehold Porch Festival
May 17, 12 pm – 5 pm
Stroll the streets of Freehold Borough and enjoy live music from awesome local bands performing on porches all over town. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day in Downtown Freehold! Bring your friends and family for a celebration of music and community spirit. Also including a Band Competition giving you a chance to vote for your favorite band to perform at one of next year’s concert series shows… Vote by circling your favorite contest participants in the voting section on your map and return it to the DowntownFreehold.com Tent.
Downtown Freehold, NJ, Maps of Entertainment Locations and Times will be distributed at the Downtown Freehold Gazebo 10E Main Street.
The Weekend of May 18 – 24:
Wildwoods International Kite Festival
May 22 – May 25
On the beach at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood and inside the Wildwoods Convention Center. Event begins on Friday at noon with the Unlocking of the Ocean media event outside of the Wildwoods Convention Center. Festivities following the Unlocking of the Ocean include opening of the Kite Sales Tent, Friday Night Social via the local kite club and the 9:00 p.m. Illuminated Night Kite Fly. Saturday includes the Silent and Loud Auctions (open to all); and Saturday and Sunday include the flying of large inflatable kites, team flying, as well as family games from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday features the World Indoor Kite Exhibition inside the Wildwoods Convention Center. FREE to spectators! Visit SkyFestivals.com
4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ
Collingswood May Fair
May 23, 10 am – 5 pm
What began in 1979 as a small “clothesline art exhibit” now encompasses more than a mile of the business district along Haddon Avenue. Multiple stages of live music will feature blues, rock, folk, and more. A schedule will be posted closer to the actual date of the event. An antique & classic auto show adds to the festival’s appeal. Visitors will also find several Food Courts complimenting the downtown restaurants and cafés. There will be everything from pulled pork to fancy desserts! May Fair also welcomes the return of the renowned Collingswood Farmers Market offering “Jersey Fresh” produce, flowers, and more sold in a delightful open-air atmosphere.
601 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ
Bradley Beach Memorial Day Weekend Festival
May 23 & 24, 9 am – 7 pm
The festival includes crafters, food, live music, and Family Fun, long the promenade with entertanment both Days. Parade on Saturday, at 10am and runs along Ocean Ave.
Bradley Beach Boardwalk, Bradley Beach, NJ
Adventure Fest / Alice in Wonderland
May 23 & 24, 1 pm – 5 pm
Step into a world of whimsy with a free outdoor performance of Riddlesbrood’s Alice in Wonderland during Fantasy AdventureFest at Historic Smithville. This lively, family-friendly musical brings Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic to life with playful comedy, catchy music, and interactive moments that delight audiences of all ages. Performances take place on the Village Green on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 2026. Showtimes are 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, and 1:00 p.m. on Sunday. Admission and parking are free, making it the perfect outing for families and friends.
Route 9 & Moss Mill Road, Smithville, NJ
Long Branch – Art in the Park
May 24, 10 am – 4 pm, rain or shine
This annual show features local artists of the local art scene here in Monmouth County, NJ. Participants in this event include: Photography, Jewelry, Paintings, Sculpture, Mixed Media, and Ceramics.
West End Park (Brighton Avenue), Long Branch, NJ
Highlands Seaport Craft Show
May 24, 10 am – 5 pm
Come experience a delightful collection of various handmade crafts from more than 60 crafters and artisans. Live music from 12 PM- 4 PM. There will be a huge variety of unique gifts, art, jewelry, and personal items at this Juried Show.
Huddy Park, 329 Bay Ave. Highlands, NJ
The Week of May 25 – 31:
Jersey City Jazz Festival
May 26 – 31
The Jersey City Jazz Festival, established in 2013, is an annual celebration of jazz music held in Jersey City, New Jersey. Over the years, it has grown into one of the largest jazz festivals in the New York metropolitan area, featuring performances from over 300 musicians across various venues, including stages, clubs, and parks throughout the city. The festival typically spans multiple days and offers attendees a diverse lineup of jazz styles, food trucks, and other festivities, making it a vibrant cultural event that attracts both local residents and visitors.
Jersey City, NJ
AWA Paws & Feet 5K and Doggie Fun Day
May 30, 9 am – 2 pm
Animal Welfare Association’s signature event, the Paws & Feet 5k Run/Walk and Doggie Fun Day is an annual fundraising event celebrating the unbreakable bond between humans and their pets It’s a day full of fun activities for the whole family, including your furry best friends! We’ll have live entertainment, local small business vendors, children’s activities, food and drink from local favorites, and more. Proceeds from the event go directly to funding AWA’s lifesaving programs, which touch tens of thousands in our community each year.
Cooper River Park, Cherry Hill, NJ
Rancocas Woods Craft & Antique Show
May 30, 10 am – 3 pm
A monthly outdoor market featuring an eclectic mix of local handmade, vintage & antique goods with food trucks, live music and a pop-up beer garden.
118 Creek Road, Mount Laurel, NJ
Cost: Free
United for Good Works: Morristown’s Female Charitable Society Walking Tour
May 30, 10 am – 3 pm
Learn more about the inspiring story of Morristown’s Female Charitable Society, founded in 1813, and the women who transformed their town. Morris County Historical Society is pleased to partner with local historians and history organizations to present a Morris County Walking Tour Series that celebrates the area’s rich and diverse past. From April through October, join us for nearly 40 guided walking tours that explore almost two dozen communities throughout Morris County, with topics ranging from unique historic districts, downtowns, and neighborhoods to local industries that shaped the landscape, and the individuals who left a lasting impact.
45 Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, Morristown, NJ
Undercover Music Fest
May 30, 2 pm – 10 pm
Experience the electrifying vibes of Under Cover Music Fest at the Sloan Street parking lot in South Orange, NJ. Groove to hits from Beyoncé to The Grateful Dead and more, performed by sensational cover bands at this FREE community event. Indulge in delicious bites from local eateries and chilled brews from regional brewers available for purchase. Plus, enjoy a kid zone courtesy of the South Mountain YMCA, games, and much more! Take your experience to the next level by purchasing a VIP tent for you and your group, limited quantities are available for purchase. This event is hosted by South Orange Downtown and South Orange Village with support from sponsors, Mark Murphy’s Music, Pollock Properties Group, PSE&G and Marigold Pediatric Dentistry.
12 Sloan St, South Orange, NJ
Bridgewater Spring Carnival & Touch-a-Truck
May 31, 11 am – 3 pm
The Bridgewater Carnival and Touch-A-Truck brings together the thrill of classic carnival attractions with the hands-on excitement kids love. Climb into real trucks and specialty vehicles, race through inflatables, take a spin on the rides, and try your luck at games. Add in face painting, crafts, and interactive activities, and you have a full afternoon of nonstop energy. Fuel up at a lineup of food trucks and browse local vendors while the kids explore. There is plenty to see, do, taste, and discover.
Bridgewater Commons, 400 Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ
Hopatcong Monthly Market
May 31, 11 am – 3 pm
Shop with over 50 amazing vendors at the first Hopatcong Monthly Market of the 2026 season! Discover a wide variety of unique handmade goods, new gift items, delicious treats, and one-of-a-kind finds while supporting small businesses and talented makers in your community. Whether you’re searching for gifts, home décor, or just a fun day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to experience the vibrant atmosphere, meet local vendors, and connect with members of different Hopatcong Community Groups. Enjoy great vibes, friendly faces, and a welcoming community spirit all in one place. The food truck for May 31st is 69th Street Pit Stop, serving up crowd favorites including Porky Mac n cheese and Mango Tango Tacos
120 River Styx Rd., Hopatcong, NJ
