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Top Ten New Jersey Events for July 23rd – 25th, 2021

July 20, 2021 newjerseyisntboring

Dinosaurs?! Christmas?! Beer on Battleships?! Those are just a few things to expect during this epic weekend in NJ. From the Dino Safari in Paramus and Freehold, to the return of the Monmouth County Fair, Beer Festival on the Battleship, and New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning there is PLENTY to do in New Jersey this weekend, July 23 – 25, 2021.

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Top Ten New Jersey Events for July 23 – 25, 2021:

FEATURED EVENTS: Dino Safari!!!!

Dino Safari Paramus
Now – 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

Monmouth County Fair
July 21 – 25
The Monmouth County Park System looks forward to the return of the Monmouth County Fair!
This year’s Monmouth County Fair will include:
✦ Rides by Reithoffer Shows
✦ Home & Garden Competitions
✦ Majestic Motorcycle Madness Thrill Show
✦ Ready GO Dog Show
✦ Hilby the Skinny German Juggle Boy
✦ Crunchy the Dinosaur
✦ Robocars
✦ Balloon Twisters
✦ Main Stage Entertainment from
– The Big House Band
– Shore Thing Trio
– After the Reign
– Yosi & the Superdads
– Remember Jones with Motor City Revue
– The Last Whippoorwill
✦ And so much more!
Wednesday-Friday, July 21-23 from 4-11 p.m.
Saturday, July 24 from 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sunday, July 25 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
East Freehold Showgrounds, Kozloski Road, Freehold, NJ
Cost: $8 per person (17 and under FREE) $5 (plus $1.50 convenience fee) – VIPLY app advance purchase. Sunday – Seniors 65 and older and Active Military with ID FREE

Johnson’s Corner Farm Christmas in July
July 23, 5PM
Santa’s taking a break from vacation to come visit the farm! Their annual Christmas in July will take place Friday, July 23 at 5:00 pm. They’ll be having their famous Farmhouse Barbecue, hundreds of classic cars, music, and of course, a visit from Santa himself!
133 Church Rd Medford, NJ
Cost: Free

Rock, Roll, & Soul
July 23, 5:30PM
“Just let me hear some of that Rock & Roll music…” Sound familiar? Chuck Berry had it right! Who does not love an evening of some great Rock & Roll and a little SOUL!!! There will be a whole lotta shakin’ goin’ on with some Jerry Lee Lewis, a Boy From NYC, and of course some RESPECT, Devil With a Blue Dress On, Shake Rattle Roll, and Runaway to name a few.MCFOODS and Feeding Middlesex County will also be present at each event collecting food donations for the benefit of County residents in need of assistance. Be sure to bring a non-perishable food donation with you to the park, your support is vital!
Stephen J. Capestro Theater (Plays-in-the-Park), Pine Dr, Edison, NJ
Cost: Free

Beach Ball-A-Palooza
July 23, 5PM
It’s an all-around summer celebration in Toms River, with live music, food trucks, games, nature walks, crafts, and a magic show.
Bayfront Fields, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ

New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning
July 23 – 25
A must on everyone’s Summer calendar, the three-day Festival features mass ascensions of sport and special shaped hot air balloons taking flight twice each day; a hugely popular live concert series featuring Barenaked Ladies, Max Weinberg’s Jukebox, Styx and children’s recording artist Laurie Berkner; a nighttime balloon glow; fireworks; affordable family entertainment and attractions; the Running with the Balloons 5K; human cannonball David “The Bullet” Smith; children’s amusement rides; exciting interactive exhibits; food and more; all taking place safely outdoors across the 744 acres of Solberg Airport.
Solberg Airport, 39 Thor Solberg Road, Readington, NJ
Cost: Adults: $26-$40, Children ages 4-12: $12-$15, Children ages 3 and under: Free

New Jersey Beer Festival aboard the Battleship New Jersey
July 24, 1PM – 5PM, VIP starts at 12PM
The New Jersey Brewers Association and the Battleship New Jersey have again partnered to bring you the 2021 Battleship Beer Festival! The state’s premiere New Jersey-exclusive craft beer festival, bringing you over thirty local breweries on the nation’s most decorated battleship! Take a tour of the ship, then join us for an amazing time on the Delaware River!
Battleship New Jersey, 62 Battleship Pl, Camden, NJ
Cost: General session, $50 donation per adult, will take place from 1pm to 5pm. The VIP session, which gets guests aboard to enjoy samples an hour earlier at 12pm than the public session, is a $75 donation. Tickets available here

Cheers in Chester, Wine & Beer Fest
July 24, 3PM – 7PM
Wine, Beer, & Spirits come together at this annual Summer event. Held at Municipal Field in beautiful Historic Chester Borough!
Join for one 4 hour Session with over 100 styles of craft beer, spirits & wine, fantastic music, delicious food & wonderful vendors. Plus it’s a Benefit for the Chester First Aid Squad. Great music provided by the fantastic LEVEL UP! Delicious food offered El Lechon de Negron, Cousins Maine Lobster, Chef J Latin Dragon & Johnny Zeppoli.
Municipal Field, 134 Main St, Chester, NJ
Cost: $15 – $70, 21+ event

Three 3’s Fun Walk/Run for Beer
July 25, 12:30PM
All are welcome! (no age requirement to participate) Bring the family! Walk or run at your own pace and at your own risk… The scenic 4 mile safe loop will be mapped out for easy directions. They provide encouragement and motivation, you just show up and MOVE! Bring a snack to enjoy after our Walk/Run or order in from one of the amazing Downtown Hammonton Restaurants. This event takes place on the LAST Sunday of EVERY MONTH! Bring some friends or make some new friends!
50 13th Street Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free

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