Top Ten New Jersey Events for July 16th – 18th, 2021

July 13, 2021 newjerseyisntboring

Although we have a great top ten this week, there’s not one but THREE featured events this weekend! Jersey City Summer Beer Wine & Spirits Fest will take place on Friday, July 16 (Use code NJISNTBORING for $20 off), and a Dino Safari in Paramus and Freehold. Not your style? There’s also fireworks, food trucks, and the return of the Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival 2021.

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Top Ten New Jersey Events for July 16 – 18, 2021:

FEATURED EVENT: Jersey City Summer Beer Wine & Spirits Fest! !!!!

July 16, 6:30PM – 10PM
Get ready to try your favorite local brews, international wines, and top spirits from around the country. The event will take place at the Urby Parking Lot. Guests will enjoy samples of over 100 styles of beer, wine, and spirits as well as access to delicious food, and great live music for the entire session. Summer Fest is your all-access pass to emerging and renowned breweries, wineries, and spirits from around the corner to across the globe. Guests will enjoy samples for the entire evening paired with live entertainment, food, and interactive games.
Urby Parking Lot, Entrance 200 Green St Jersey City NJ 07311
Cost: $15 – $60. Tickets are available online at: jerseycitysummerfest.com or Eventbrite. Use code NJISNTBORING for $20 off

FEATURED EVENTS: Dino Safari!!!!

Dino Safari Paramus
July 16 – August 8, Wednesdays – Sundays 10AM – 9PM
Grab a prehistoric passport and join over 40 giant moving dinosaurs on a globetrotting expedition at Dino Safari, a complete drive-thru dino adventure coming to Paramus on July 16th! Get up-close-and-personal with the whole family and meet fascinating prehistoric creatures. From the mighty T. rex of North America to the giant amphibious Spinosaurus from Africa, you’ll learn how dinosaurs evolved over time, where on earth they lived, and the discoveries paleontologists have made about how they ate, moved, and behaved.
Beware: along the journey, earthquakes might erupt, dinosaurs could battle, and your family might just have to help save a baby dinosaur’s life! So, buckle up for the adventure of a lifetime in this completely COVID-safe experience!
Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $49.95 per car up to 7 occupants, $59.95 for large capacity vehicle

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Dino Safari Freehold
Now – August 1, Wednesdays – Sundays 10AM – 9PM
Grab a prehistoric passport and join over 40 giant moving dinosaurs on a globetrotting expedition at Dino Safari, a complete drive-thru dino adventure coming to Freehold! Get up-close-and-personal with the whole family and meet fascinating prehistoric creatures. From the mighty T. rex of North America to the giant amphibious Spinosaurus from Africa, you’ll learn how dinosaurs evolved over time, where on earth they lived, and the discoveries paleontologists have made about how they ate, moved, and behaved.
Beware: along the journey, earthquakes might erupt, dinosaurs could battle, and your family might just have to help save a baby dinosaur’s life! So, buckle up for the adventure of a lifetime in this completely COVID-safe experience!
Freehold Raceway Mall, 3710 U.S. 9, Freehold Township, NJ
Cost: $49.95 per car up to 7 occupants, $59.95 for large capacity vehicle

Mt. Carmel Feast & Fireworks
July 14 – July 18, 6PM – 11PM
Looking for some family fun this weekend? The Mt. Carmel Society of Berkeley Heights will hold its annual Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel festival. Rides, food, music, and a beer/wine garden are all part of the fun at this five-day festival. Tickets are available online and in person. Fireworks take place on Thursday, July 15.
Mt. Carmel Field, 56 River Road, Berkeley Heights, NJ
Cost: $10 – $30

Angelsea Night Market
July 15, 5PM – 10PM
Food truck fun is back this summer in North Wildwood. The event includes some of the best food trucks in the Northeast, crafters, and the great shops and restaurants down Olde New Jersey Ave. Visitors are invited to go also into the surrounding restaurants to see all that they have to offer including great food and beverage menus. Some of the establishments in the area will also have their own live music.
Olde New Jersey Ave, North Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free

The 146th Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
July 15 – 20
The Hammonton Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Festival is the longest-running Italian festival in the country and features live music each night as well as DJ entertainment, a variety of delicious food and treats, a beer garden, a carnival midway with exciting rides and games for all ages, and much more! On the feast day, July 16th, there will be a procession through the streets of Hammonton starting at 4pm. At night, the festival will feature a spectacular fireworks display at 10pm.
Our Lady Of Mt Carmel Society Festival, 298 Tilton St, Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Admission to the carnival grounds is free. Ride wristband nights are on July 19th & 20th – ride all night for $25 per wristband!

Cars, Bikes, & Coffee at Rancocas Woods
July 17, 10AM – 3PM
Come out and show off your Cars & Bikes! Help support the Rancocas Woods Business Association (501(c)3 with the revitalization of the Rancocas Woods Village & Shops. They are asking everyone to please bring cans of food to help support our local food banks!
200 Creek Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ
Cost: Free

Waterford Car Show and Family Fun Day
July 17, 3PM – 7PM Rain Date July 24
Crafter/Vendors, Food Trucks, Games & Inflatables for the kids and of course all kinds of CARS!
Waterford Township Municipal, 2131 Auburn Ave, Atco, NJ
Cost: Free

Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival 2021
July 17 & 18, The Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival is a rain or shine event
The Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival returns to the boardwalk this summer! The Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival is entirely outside. All local and state health department requirements in place at the time of the event must be followed by all attendees and vendors.
Showboat Atlantic City, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $15 – $20

Pier Village Family Fun Night
July 18, 12PM – 8PM
Join Pier Village on Festival Plaza every Sunday for Family Fun Night. Mini-golf, rock wall climbing, trampoline bungee jumping, rides & games, and SO MUCH MORE. Ride by the sea on the Pier Village Carousel located on the promenade f and take a chance at the Family Fun Arcade, Boardwalk Fun N’ Games.
Pier Village, Long Branch, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend

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