Top Ten New Jersey Events for July 27th – 29th, 2018
From Film Festivals, to Music Festivals, Food Truck Festivals and everything in between…there is PLENTY to to do this weekend! Here are my picks for the Top Ten New Jersey Events for July 27th – 29th, 2018.
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Links and additional information for events are in the Titles. New Jersey Events are listed in date order.
Top Ten New Jersey Events for July 27th – 29th, 2018:
Indie Street Film Festival – July 25th – 29th
Indie Street Film Festival is 5 days of film, art, discussion, and inspiration. This interactive festival is an engine of discovery for films and filmmakers who prove story is independent of budget. ISFF aims to pave the way for storytellers of the future, finding innovative ways to leverage cooperation, technology, and new media in order to foster creators to unite and grow their audiences. Taking place at multiple venues in Red Bank, New Jersey, the festival attracts attendees from around the world, but maintains the grit and hard work that New Jersians and Independent filmmakers have shared for decades.
Dates: July 25th – 29th, 2018
Address: Red Bank, NJ
Cost: Varies per event. Purchase tickets in advance via their website
Monmouth County Fair – July 25th – 29th
The Monmouth County Fair returns to East Freehold Showgrounds for its 44th year with excitement and attractions for all ages. From 4-H shows and exhibits to a variety of entertainment, thrilling rides to home and garden competitions and so much more!
Dates: July 25th – 29th, 2018, Wednesday-Friday from 5-11pm, Saturday from 3-11pm, and Sunday from 11am-6pm.
Address: 1500 Kozloski Rd, Freehold, NJ
Cost: Admission is $8 per person; children 12 and under enter free
Jersey City Food Truck Fest – July 27th
Jersey City’s Friday Night Food Truck Fest is coming. 20+ Trucks, Kid and Pet Friendy, Live Music, Interactive Games and More!! Get Ready Because the Trucks are Rolling Back in!!
Date: Friday, July 27th, 2018 from 5pm to 11pm
Address: Jersey City Urby; 200 Greene St., Jersey City, New Jersey
Cost: Admission is $5. Children under 12 are free.
QuickChek NJ Festival of Ballooning – July 27th – 29th
The QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning is the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America and is the premiere family entertainment attraction in New Jersey. It holds the dual distinction of being a recipient of The New Jersey Governor’s Award for Best Special Event, as well as being designated, for the 6th time, as a Top 100 Festival in North America by the American Bus Association.
Dates: July 27th – 29th, 2018
Address: Solberg Airport, Readington, NJ
Cost: Tickets
Annual Visionary Tattoo Arts Festival – July 27th – 29th
Three days of nonstop live tattooing, tattoo contests, live music, burlesque, sideshow, live human suspension, wrestling, the 1st annual Mr. Asbury Park Speedo Contest, the 6th annual Miss Asbury Park Pinup Contest after parties and & much more all brought to you by Dr. Carl Blasphemy – all in historic Convention Hall in sunny Asbury Park July 27th-29th!
Dates: July 27th – 29th, 2018; Friday from 2pm-12am, Saturday from 12pm-12am, and Sunday from 12pm-8pm
Address: Asbury Park Convention Hall; 13000 Ocean Avenue Asbury Park NJ
Cost: $20 per day or $40 for three day pass, Children under 12 are free
XPoNential Music Festival – July 27th – 29th
The XPoNential Music Festival presented by Subaru offers an unparalleled experience for music discovery. With a lineup of established and up-and-coming artists heard on WXPN 88.5FM, the award-winning Philadelphia public radio station, along with a variety of family-friendly activities, the XPoNential Music Festival has been pleasing audiences of all ages for more than a decade on the Camden Waterfront. 30+ Performers, 3 Stages, 25,000+ Fans, 3 Days!
Dates: July 27th – 29th, 2018
Address: BB&T Pavilion; 1 Harbour Blvd, Camden, NJ & Wiggins Park’s; 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ
Cost: Tickets
Hammonton Peach Party – July 28th
Everyone’s favorite little party is back! The fun includes food demos, live music, peach-y kids contests, peach pie contest, and more!
Date: Saturday July 28th, 2018 from 9am to 1pm
Address: Downtown Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free
2018 Taste of Somerset County Agriculture Picnic – July 28th
The Taste of Somerset County Agriculture Picnic is held annually in celebration of the life of Thomas Everett and to raise funds for the Somerset County Board of Agriculture’s Scholarship program named in his memory. In addition to great, local food, this event will feature live music by one of NJ’s top acoustic rock bands- Acoustic Road.
Date: Saturday, July 28, 2018 from 5pm to 9pm
Address: Doyle’s Farm, 770 Mill Lane, Hillsborough Township, NJ
Cost: Kids $10, Adults $35
Soulsational Festival – July 28th
For the 8th consecutive year, Music & Wellness will be blissfully joined together at the Soulsational Festival to take place at Veterans Park in Bayville, NJ on July 28, 2018, 11am-8pm. The festival is a free community event featuring live music, local health and wellness businesses and practitioners, giveaways, a silent auction, and lots of opportunities to give back and unite the Jersey Shore community!BRING A FOOD PANTRY DONATION and a NEW / GENTLY USED TOY DONATION. ITS ABOUT COMING TOGETHER, GIVING BACK, and PASSING KINDNESS FORWARD!
Date: Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 11am
Address: Veteran’s Park, Bayville, NJ
Cost: Free
Warren County Farmers’ Fair – July 28th – August 4th
The Warren County Fair remains one of the most affordable events around. Come on out the the country and enjoy an affordable day of family fun. Enjoy a Balloon Festival and a Traditional Arts Expo at the Warren County Farmers’ Fair.
Dates: July 28th – August 4th, 2018 from 12pm to 10pm daily
Address: 1350 Strykers Road, Phillipsburg, NJ
Cost: Adults: $7, Ages 5-12: $4, Children 4 and Under Free (Cash only)