Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 29th – July 1st
Tacos! Beachstock! Fireworks! The kick off to July 4th weekend is looking AWESOME! Here are my picks for the Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 29th – July 1st.
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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 June 29th – July 1st:
Leonia Sports Boosters Carnival – June 28th – July 8th
Enjoy midway rides for all ages, carnival games, favorite fair food and Fourth of July fireworks at this family-friendly annual event benefiting local competitive youth sports. Carnival parking and admission are free. Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for $30, or $20 if purchased online by June 27. Ride tickets are $1.50 each, $25 for 20 tickets, or $50 for 50 tickets plus 1 free ride. Rides take 2 or more tickets each. Visit the website for coupon savings on rides and food. Carnival hours are 5 to 11 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and noon to 11 pm Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday. The July 4th fireworks display will start at 9:30 pm. For more information, call 866-666-3247. The carnival is presented by Leonia Sports Boosters, a nonprofit organization.
Dates: June 28th – July 8th, 2018
Address: Overpeck Park (75 Fort Lee Road), Leonia, NJ
Cost: Free
OC Con – June 28th – 30th
Join Comic Book and Memorabilia enthusiasts in Ocean City, New Jersey’s at the OC Con at the Ocean City Music Pier.
Dates: June 28th – 30th, 2018
Address: Ocean City Music Pier; 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ
Cost: ADULT: $20 for 3 days; $15 for 2 days; $10 for 1 day; CHILD: $10 for 3 days; $8 for 2 days; $5 for 1 day
Jersey Shore Greek Festival – June 29th – July 1st
This event features authentic Greek food and pastries prepared by community parishioners from recipes handed down over generations. In addition there will be Games and Rides, Greek Folk Dancing , Religious Gifts, Books, and Icons Greek Food Store and activities for children with a Little Kids Playground.
Dates: Friday, June 29: 5:00pm to 11:00pm, Saturday, June 30: 2:00pm to 11:00pm, Sunday, July 1: 1:00pm to 8:00pm
Address: Saint George Greek Orthodox Church Complex; 1033 West Park Avenue, Ocean, NJ
Cost: $2.00 (adults). Children 6 and under admitted free
Taco Palooza – June 30th
Hold on to your Sombreros and get ready to shake your Maracas! TACO PALOOZA is rolling into Chester, NJ on June 30, 2018! A Benefit for the Historic Chester Business Association & I love Chester, NJ & Chester First Aid Squad. Join us, as we’ve decided to dedicate a festival to celebrate this delicious creation & our HUGE love for all things TACO! Beer, Sangria, Margaritas, Live Music & Vendors too!
Date: Saturday, June 30th, 2018; 11am to 8pm
Address: Municipal Field, 134 Main St, Chester, NJ
Cost: Adults $5 per person. Under 10 Free
Beachstock – June 30th
Beachstock 2018 returns to the Margate Beach Saturday, June 30 with new activities, new music and new performances. Children and adults can learn to limbo and hula with professional dancers from the South Pacific Island Dancers and unwind with Yoga presented by the Milton and Betty Katz Jewish Community Center. New musical attractions at the eighth annual installment of this 14-hour event include non-stop music on the 100.7 WZXL main stage by Matt Santry, DJ Jason E and The British Invasion Experience. Food is a highlight at Beachstock where guests can enjoy a wide variety of mouth watering fare.
Date: Saturday, June 30th, 2018; 8:00am to 10:00pm
Address: 8100 Atlantic Ave, Margate City, NJ
Cost: Free
Annual Asbury Park Promenade of Mermaids – June 30th
On June 30th the Mermaids hit the boards to shake their tails and strut their stuff! Mermaid Grotto Vendors @ APYC 10:00-5:00, Registration 12:00-2:00, Promenade 2:00, Costume Contest 3:00, and after party @ Langosta Lounge 3:30-5:00!
Date: Saturday, June 30th, 2018; 10am to 5pm
Address: Asbury Park Boardwalk, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: Free
Famous Food Market – June 30th – July 1st
A family friendly and free Foodie Market set on the water in Jersey City! The Famous Food Market features over 30 food vendors serving dishes from all over the world, local craft vendors, a farm to table tent, a beautiful beer and wine garden and some of the BEST VIEWS OF THE NYC SKYLINE EVER.
Dates: June 30th – July 1st, 2018
Address: Harborside JC, 15 2nd St, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free
2nd Annual West Orange Food Truck Festival – July 1st
After an amazing response from last year, the 2nd Annual West Orange Food Truck Festival returns and is going to be bigger and better than before! Join in on the fun July 4th weekend — Sunday July 1, 2018 from 12pm-6pm at the West Orange High School.
Date: Sunday, July 1st, 2018; 12pm to 6pm
Address: West Orange High School, Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ
Cost: Free
Allaire Village’s Independence Day Celebration – July 1st
The members of the Howell Iron Works celebrate the founding of our nation with the Independence Day Celebration. Experience a day in the life of people during the 1830s. The school master will be holding lessons for visitors and villagers alike. Participate in militia drills and a parade. The Declaration of Independence will be read at 1pm in front of the General Store. This event is free for the public. Summer parking rules are in effect, which means $5/car to park.
Date: Sunday, July 1st, 2018; 11am to 4pm
Address: The Historical Village at Allaire; 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Wall Township, NJ
Cost: Free, $5 to park
Pier Village Family Fun Night – July 1st
Enjoy a day of fun for the whole family at the Pier Village Arcade, Boardwalk Fun N’ Games for amazing crane games and skee ball. Visit Festival Plaza for bounce houses, slides and inflatable obstacle courses and much more….
Date: Sunday, July 1st, 2018; 5pm
Address: Pier Village, West Long Branch, NJ
Cost: Free
