NJIB’s Top 15 New Jersey Events March 8 – 10, 2024

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New Jersey Events March 8 – 10:

Haddonfield Restaurant Week
March 5 – 10
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

Princeton Restaurant Week
Now – March 8
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.

Burlington County Restaurant Week
Now – March 9
More than 50 restaurants will be participating all over the region, from Bordentown to Medford.

Spring CraftMorristown
March 8 – 10
Spend the day shopping for uncommon and one-of-a-kind gifts for every age, taste, and budget from 175 of America’s finest craft artists. Find original fashions, accessories, and jewelry; functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal, fiber, wood, and mixed media; fine art painting, printmaking, drawing and photography, and more! Plus handcrafted gourmet specialties, foods, and beverages.
Morristown Armory, 430 Western Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: General $11, Seniors (62 and up) $9, Under 16 FREE. Cash only

Ocean County/Seaside Heights, NJ – Parade
March 9, 12 pm
The parade begins at on the Boulevard and goes 1- 1/4 miles long starting at the Seaside Park border and ending at Sampson Avenue. The rain date scheduled for the next day. This is a popular parade, last year over 75,000 people watching. marching bands and floats.
Seaside Heights, NJ

The Atlantic City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
March 9,  1 pm
The historic Atlantic City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade takes place Saturday, March 9th on the world famous Atlantic City Boardwalk. On this day March 14th in Atlantic City everyone is Irish. Break out your green and celebrate on the boardwalk for a fun-filled family day in Atlantic City!
Atlantic City Boardwalk, 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ

Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery
March 9, 1 pm – 4 pm
It is a once in a lifetime opportunity! Yes, it’s a great time using only your feet: Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery. The event begins with a formal wine tasting followed by a delicious Chicken Parmesana Dinner, pasta, tossed salad, bread and dessert. Their award-winning wines can be purchased by the glass or bottle to enjoy with your dinner. Dessert will be served and paired with one of their dessert wines followed by the ever-popular stomping event. It’s exciting and a smashing good time at Four Sisters Winery and don’t forget to take home you embossed souvenir glass. Now, it’s time for the stomping! So, it’s off with the shoes and socks, Wiggle those toes and prepare for a foot massage of a lifetime. The grapes are waiting and the stomping experience begins. Remember to bring your phone as there’s plenty of time for pictures.
Four Sisters Winery, Belvidere, NJ
Cost: $47.50 per person, plus tax. Tickets are required and may be purchased by calling 908-475-3671

11th Annual Guinness Run Highlands St. Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser
March 9,  2 pm
The Highlands Business Partnership’s 11th Annual Guinness Run will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 2pm. Registration is $45.00 and includes a commemorative t-shirt and a Guinness Pint glass to the first 100 registered runners. All runners have access to the Post-Race Party, with complimentary appetizers and Guinness Beer. The fun race will begin at Off the Hook, 1 Navesink Avenue, where contestants will fill their cup and race to Grand Tour and back to the finish line at Off the Hook. The contestant with the most liquid in their cup at the finish line, wins the 1st Place trophy and $100 in BID Cards. 2nd Place winner will receive a $50 BID Cards. Fun runners are encouraged to wear their best Irish green!
Guinness Run Rules:
ALL runners must be 21 years of age, proof of age is required the day of the race. All registered runners will be issued a number to wear during the race. This number must be worn during the whole race to qualify to win.
Click here to register in advance, https://highlandsnj.wufoo.com/forms/q9fukrg0ujxskp/ Registration is also available the day of the event starting at 12:00PM at Off the Hook.
1 Navesink Ave., Highlands, NJ
Cost: $45

The Chocolate Expo
March 9 & 10
The Chocolate Expo has by far become the northeast’s largest chocolate-themed event. The Chocolate Expo offers tastings & 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

Greenberg’s Toy & Train Show
March 9 & 10
The largest and longest-running train and toy show in the northeast, Greenberg’s has been running train shows since 1976. The shows feature thousands of trains and collectible toys for sale, hundreds of merchandising tables, huge operating layouts, free modeling seminars and more.
New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison, NJ
Cost: $10 – $11. Kids under 11 are free

Pi Day Princeton
March 9 & 14
Einstein was born on March 14 — 3.14 — the numeric equivalent of Pi! Every year, the town of Princeton celebrates with an irrational number of events, including a preteen einstein look-a-like & pi recitation contest, expert memorization speaker and pie sampling experience.
Events:
Pre-Teen Pi Recitation Winner receives $314.15!
Pre-Teen Look A Like Winner receive $314.15!
Pie Flight Tasting
Dinky Rides with Einstein!
Memorization suggestions from the first champion to break 10,000 digits!
Presentation by Dan Gutman, children’s book author of Einstein Was a Dope?
Albert Einstein Memorial Lecture by recent Nobel Prize Winner
There’s even a Pi-Rade, story time and book signings, and a self guided tour of Einstein’s neighborhood.
Princeton, NJ

Easter EGGspress at DiDonato’s Family Fun Center
March 9 – 30
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.

Lines on the Pines
March 10, 11 am – 4 pm
An annual gathering of artists, authors and artisans whose passion is the Pines. Held the second Sunday of every March, Lines on the Pines has become the harbinger of spring for many like-minded NJ Pine Barrens enthusiasts. Over 80 talented Pine Barrens “Celebrities” will be on hand to sign their books, display their artwork or craft, play their music and in general, share their love of the Pine Barrens.
Stockton University Campus Center, 101 Vera King Farris Dr, Galloway, NJ
Cost: Free

Annual Belmar Dine and Discover
March 10, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
A food tour of Belmar taking you through the area’s best restaurants, breweries, and desserts.
Belmar, NJ
Cost: Advance Tickets $35, Day of Tickets $40

Annual Wedding Bliss Expo at Hotel LBI
March 10, 12 pm – 3 pm
The Wedding Bliss Expo is known as New Jersey’s Premier Wedding show, catering to brides with a keen eye for detail and a taste for the finest design-led products and services. Hosted at the exquisite Hotel LBI, the event promises to transform the venue into a wedding wonderland, captivating both couples and industry professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the area’s top creative professionals, industry leaders, planners, entertainers, and vendors, fostering networking, idea exchange, and inspiration. The expo will showcase a wide array of wedding professionals, including food trucks, mobile bars, transportation services, musicians, caterers, bakers, rehearsal dinner venues, hair and makeup artists, florists, calligraphers, stationers, photographers, planners, and more, all under one roof, providing brides with a comprehensive view of their wedding options.
Hotel LBI, 350 West 8th Street Ship Bottom, NJ

Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 10, 1 pm
The Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade has attracted over 10,000 visitors to Asbury Park. The parade features local participation from honored veterans, local Boy & Girl Scout troops, dance school, high school marching bands, bicyclists, animal rescue groups, classic cars, regional pipe and drum groups and first responders. There will be appearances from award-winning mummers, clowns, roller girls, live bands on floats, Asbury Park’s beloved zombies and so much more.
Asbury Park, NJ

Woodbridge St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 10, 1:30 pm
The Woodbridge parade is Central Jersey’s largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade features more than 80 marching units, including traditional Irish Pipe Bands and Step Dancers, Irish-themed parade floats and displays, marching bands representing all three Woodbridge Township high schools, representatives from Township fire departments, first aid and emergency response squads, and members of the Woodbridge Township education community.
Woodbridge Town Hall, Woodbridge, NJ

Hackettstown’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 10, 3:30 pm
This Irish-American tradition attracts more than 14,000 visitors—making this parade one of the biggest events in Hackettstown. Streets fill with enthusiasm as families, residents and visitors line up along the curb, in store windows and porches to celebrate and witness the festive parade. The parade will kick off at 3:30 pm with the Grand Marshal leading numerous participants including Irish dance groups, Irish bands, community groups, bagpipes, drums, Centenary University clubs and groups, animals, Hackettstown and surrounding area fire departments and rescue squads, as well as hometown favorites Junior and Senior Colonial Musketeers and the Hackettstown Community Band. This parade is pet-friendly, with a special pet costume contest sponsored by Doggie Styleashes. Pets will be invited to walk the parade as St. Patrick and Irish Heritage costume contestants after judging.
Main St, Hackettstown, NJ

The North Jersey Blues Society present Bees Deluxe at the Blues & Brews Music Series
March 10, 4:30 pm – 9 pm
On Sunday, March 10 at 4:30pm, The North Jersey Blues Society presents Bees Deluxe at the Montclair Brewery as part of their Blues & Brews Live Music Series. The brewery is located in Montclair, New Jersey. Listeners can expect to hear re-imagined versions of classsic songs by such artists as Etta James, Billie Holiday, Robert Cray, Joe Zawinul as well as some live audience favorite originals.
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut St. Montclair, NJ
Cost: $10