Top Ten New Jersey Events for August 24th – 26th, 2018

August 21, 2018 newjerseyisntboring

What a FUN weekend in New Jersey! From the Riverwinds Wine Festival, to the Hunterdon Conty 4H Agricultural Fair, the 18th Annual Jersey City LGBT Pride Festival and plenty of Foodie Events…you will have a hard time figuring out what to do this weekend! Here are my picks for the Top Ten New Jersey Events for August 24th – 26th, 2018.

Links and additional information for events are in the Titles. New Jersey Events are listed in date order.

Top Ten New Jersey Events for August 24th – 26th, 2018:

Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair Fireworks – August 22nd – 26th
The annual Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair will be help from Wednesday, August 22 through Sunday, August 26, 2018. This event features many popular 4-H county fair farm activities along with live music, fun games, thrilling carnival rides, delicious food and the always popular fireworks extravaganza on Friday night.
Dates: August 22nd – 26th, 2018; Fireworks on Friday, August 24, 2018 at 9pm
Address: Hunterdon County Fairgrounds, 1207 Route 179, Lambertville, NJ
Cost: Free

Riverwinds Wine Festival – August 25th & 26th
Wine down the Summer at the Riverwinds Wine Festival! Admission includes souvenir wine glass and sampling of over 250 New Jersey wines. This family friendly event will also include enjoy local artisans and crafters, food from several fantastic eateries, and live music.
Dates: August 25th & 26th, 2018 from 12pm to 5pm
Address: Riverwinds, West Deptford, NJ
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the gate. Under 21 are Free

1st Annual South Jersey Multicultural Extravaganza – August 25th & 26th
This family-friendly event is all about experiencing each other’s cultural food, arts, music, taste, fashions creations and learnings of all diversities. It is celebration and promotion of the message of Love, Harmony, Peace, and Unit for all communities.
Dates: August 25th & 26th, 2018 from 2pm to 9pm
Address: Cumberland County Fairgrounds; 3001 Carmel Rd, Millville, NJ
Cost: $3 – $50

Morristown Food Truck Fest – August 25th
Be a part of the 1st Annual Morristown Food Truck Fest! The event will feature lots of food trucks and vendors, as well as games and activities for children. Whether you want to grab a quick snack or bring the whole family and stay for the live music, this event has something for everyone! Trucks include: Glazed and Confused Donuts, Cas’ Pierogis and Keilbasa, Amanda Bananas, Ma & Pa’s Tex Mex BBQ, Thai Food Addict, Jammin’ Crepes, Angry Archies Crab Cakes, Cupcake Carnivale, Pizza Vita, Sterling Soda, Bro-Ritos, and many more! The event is a fundraiser for Homeless Solutions of Morristown.
Date: Saturday, August 25th, 2018 from 11am to 7pm
Address: 49 Woodland Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: General admission tickets are $8.00. Tickets can also be purchased at the event for $10.00 cash or check. Tickets for children under 10 years of age are $2.00 online and $5.00 at the event.

Long Branch Jazz & Blues Festival – August 25th
This music festival features a mix of strong national and local musicians performing live Jazz and blues on stage, kids activities, and food vendors with exotic and regional NJ food and crafts and Fireworks. The lineup of jazz and blues includes seven great bands. Lawn chairs are encouraged, coolers forbidden, sunscreen a must! Fireworks from 9:30 to 9:45. The festival is free to the public, dog friendly and all ages are welcome to attend.
Date: Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 12pm to 10pm, Fireworks at 9:30pm
Address: The Great Lawn on the Long Branch Promenade, Long Branch, NJ
Cost: Free

Riverfront Food Truck Festival – August 25th
Go on a foodie adventure, with bites from some of NJ,NY, and PA ‘sbest food trucks. Join for a day full of food, boat tours, Interactive gaming, The NY Red Bulls freestyle crew, live DJ’s & shop local vendors!
Date: Saturday, August 25th, 2018 from 12pm to 6pm
Address: 726 Raymond Boulevard, Newark, NJ
Cost: Free

18th Annual Jersey City LGBT Pride Festival – August 25th
Gayborhood Jersey City & the Hudson Pride Center will host the 18th Annual Jersey City LGBT Pride Festival on Saturday, August 25th, 2018 1-9PM. The Festival will take place on Newark Avenue between Grove Street and Jersey Avenue in the heart of historic downtown Jersey City. For more information in reference to the calendar of events, entertainment, and updates, visit us at: jerseycitypride.com
Date: Saturday, August 25th, 2018 from 1pm to 9pm
Address: Newark Avenue Pedestrian Mall; 119-158 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free

Food Trucks & Fireworks Festival – August 25th
With 24+ Food Trucks to choose from there’s sure to be something for everyone. While enjoying an eclectic array of choices, browse the offerings from the 20+ Artisan Pop up Marketplace on site. Kids can burn of some energy in the bounce house and get intricate face painting done by Cait’s Paints. A 15 minute fireworks display will begin at 9:15.
Date: Saturday, August 25th, 2018 from 4pm to 10pm
Address: 30 Flanders Rd, Budd Lake, NJ
Cost: Free admission, $5 parking

Food Truck On The Ave – August 26th
The 2nd Annual Food Trucks on the Ave. will return to Vineland NJ this summer. Last year over 10,000 people came out and this year they have even more delicious food for you to try! There will be more than 15 food trucks in attendance plus crafters, kid games, live music, and more.
Date: Sunday, August 26th, 2018 from 11am to 7pm
Address: Main St, Vineland, NJ
Cost: Free

Wildwood by the Sea Restaurant Week – August 26th – 30th
Wildwood’s annual Restaurant Week! Explore Wildwood’s most well known restaurants and enjoy a specially designed menu for a taste of all the Wildwood’s have to offer!
Dates: August 26th – 30th, 2018
Address: For a full list of participating restaurants, click here
Cost: Varies Per Restaurant

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