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Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 4 – 6, 2021

June 1, 2021 newjerseyisntboring

It’s the first weekend of June and NJ is kicking off a lot of fun! From the return of annual events like the Lighthouse International Film Festival, Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts, and the Atlantic City Beer and Musical Festival + carnivals, food truck events, and craft shows…there’s plenty to do!

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Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 4 – 6, 2021:

The Lighthouse International Film Festival 2021
June 3 – 6
The Sea, the Stars, the Stories are waiting for you at the 13th Annual Lighthouse International Film Festival. This year, there are three ways to enjoy outstanding stories! You can watch films in the LIFF’s theaters, under the stars at the LIFF Drive-In, or with the LIFF Virtual Cinema at home. Watch all of the shorts, episodics, and a selection of features from the comfort and safety of your home. The Lighthouse International Film Festival Virtual Cinema will include over 85 selections. Don’t forget to join us for our virtual filmmaker chats and Q&As included with your pass. The Virtual Cinema is available June 3rd-13th.
LBI, NJ
Cost: Varies per event

Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts
June 3 – 6, 2PM – 9PM
This 4-day festival at Warren County Community College, will feature hot air balloon launches in the evenings, at 6:30 pm, tethered rides, as weather permits. In addition, there will be a juried Arts & Crafts show, food trucks and musical entertainment from 2pm to 9pm. See website for pricing on admission, parking, tethered and balloon rides, and for online tickets.
Warren County Community College, 475 NJ-57, Washington, NJ
Cost: $5 – $10, Parking $10 per car

Paramus L.E.A.D Carnival
June 3 – 20
Mark your calendar to attend the L.E.A.D. FEST carnival to enjoy food, rides and more at the Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey. In addition to fairway rides, Scott’s World of Magic will be performing magic tricks at the carnival. Other entertainment and attractions are included in the general admission price of $5. To purchase discounted ride tickets and mega passes in advance visit theleadfest.com.The carnival will benefit the Paramus L.E.A.D. program and other L.E.A.D. initiatives. L.E.A.D. is committed to protecting our youth and communities from the proliferation of drugs, drug-related crimes, cyberbullying, and violence.
Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $5+

Dog Days of Summer & Some Cool Cats exhibit & Music on Main
June 4, 5PM – 9PM
Dog Days of Summer kicks off June 4th, with a leash cutting in front of the Dog Days of Summer mural located at Church and Main Street at 5:30. The opening coincides with Boonton Main Street’s First Friday event Music on Main. Take in an amazing night of art, music, shopping at unique independent shops, and eclectic dining. “They say that every dog has its day, in Boonton, they get the whole summer! For our 9th year, there will be over 120 dog and cat sculptures on exhibit up and down the entire length of Main Street, Boonton. This year’s designs are as interesting and diverse as the artists who created them. The participating artists include past year favorites and some inspiring new talent to make this year’s pack really stand out! Boonton Arts includes younger artists too, with more than 80 sculptures created by local elementary and high school students. Be sure to visit our one-of-a-kind downtown to enjoy these incredible sculptures!”
Church & Main Street, Boonton, NJ
Cost: Free

Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival
June 4 & 5, Session 1 Friday, June 4th – The Early November / Knuckle Puck, Session 2 Saturday, June 5th 12pm – 4pm – Less Than Jake, Session 3 Saturday, June 5th 6pm – 10p – Face To Face
Featuring over 120 breweries! The Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival is finally back as well as the kick-off to summer at the Jersey Shore. Spend some quality time sipping beers and finally enjoying one and others’ company in the festival’s new 1.3 million square foot outdoor setting on Bader Field.
Bader Field, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $65, $25 DD

Ocean Grove’s Giant Spring Flea Market
June 5, 9AM – 4PM
With new stuff, old stuff and unique stuff there is something for everyone. Plus there is a variety of food vendors to choose from.
Ocean Ptwy, Ocean Grove, NJ
Cost: Free

Rockabilly Uprising 2021
June 5, 10AM – 5PM
Rockabilly Uprising is a homegrown Smithville festival celebrating rockabilly music and pin-up culture throughout New Jersey and beyond. Come out and enjoy live bands, contests, vendors and more. Set in Historic Smithville, amid 60 shops, restaurants and lodging.
Historic Smithville, 615 E Moss Mill Rd Smithville, NJ
Cost: Free

Donaldson Farms Food Truck Fest
June 5, 12PM – 8PM
After a long winter, it’s time to celebrate Spring outside with a fun family festival. Join a great event featuring between 12-14 food trucks, live music, games, and activities for all ages! Please bring blankets & chairs, seating is not provided. No outside food, drinks, or coolers. Service dogs only. Activities: Throw House Hatchet Toss, ARTstitution, Boardwalk Style games, balloon artist for the kid’s visits with the ponies, and more!
Donaldson Farms, 385 Allen Rd., Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: $8 for adults and $5 for children 4-10 at the door, $7 for adults and $4 for children if you purchase online in advance.

Wine, Jazz & Artisan Festival at Tranquillity Farms
June 5 & 6
Wine, Jazz & Artisan Festival at Tranquillity Farms in Green Township, NJ features Unionville Vineyards, White Horse Vineyards, delicious food by James off Main, live jazz music trios, farm activities for the family, cheese & charcuterie, and over 40+ artisan craft vendors. Tickets on sale now include a free wine glass, admission to the live jazz area & artisan vendor market.
Tranquillity Farms, 47 Decker Pond Road, Green Township, NJ
Cost: 12, Kids under 12 are $5

23rd Annual Spring Chester Craft Show
June 5 & 6, 10AM – 5PM
On June 5th and 6th, the Historic Chester Business Association (HCBA) will proudly host visitors from across the country at Chester’s 23rd Annual Spring Craft Show. A nationally recognized community tradition, the event hosts tents of more than 120 artists (including 40+ new artists) at Chester Municipal Field. Visitors will enjoy creations in home furnishings, decor, jewelry, clothing, fine art, wood, metalworking, and more. These masterfully crafted, handmade wares are of the highest quality.
Sunshine Artist, the respected magazine of American Arts and Crafts, has rated the Chester Craft Show among the Top 50 “Best Craft Shows in the Nation”. Artisans from across the East Coast, representing a wide range of craft disciplines will be exhibiting.

Conveniently located on the east end of Main Street, visitors can easily stroll the brick-lined sidewalks of Chester’s Historic Shopping and Dining District. Home to more than 80 stores, the district boasts unique home decor, gifts, fine and casual dining, and many shops for unique interests, from old-fashioned candies to exotic teas. Chester’s small businesses, preserved early American buildings, country lifestyle, parks and farms draw visitors each weekend of the year.
134 Main St, Chester, NJ
Cost: $4 (Children under 12 are free)

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