Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 7th – 9th, 2019

June 4, 2019 newjerseyisntboring

What a weekend! From the annual East Hanover PBA Food Truck Festival to Steampunk Con, Restaurant Weeks, and the 11th Annual Lighthouse International Film Festival there is so much in store this weekend that I can barely contain my excitement. Yay for June and warm weather!

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Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 7 – 9, 2019:

11th Annual Lighthouse International Film Festival
June 6 – 9
The Lighthouse International Film Festival is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to showcasing new and innovative films and fostering the next generation of filmmakers. The festival offers four days of films, panels, Q&A’s, networking, parties and surfing, and draws some of the industry’s top film critics, producers and distributors. The festival also seeks to serve the community by presenting unique programs that inspire, engage and challenge a diverse audience through the art of film.
Long Beach Island, NJ
Cost: Varies Per Event

Steampunk Con
June 7 – 9
Break out those top hats, goggles and gears, Steampunk Con is the next evolution in steampunk conventions! Steampunk is a welcoming and fun place for all fandoms! Whether this is your first steampunk event or you’re a veteran, Steampunk Con is the must-see event of 2019.
Radisson Hotel Piscataway-Somerset, 21 Kingsbridge Road, Piscataway Township, NJ
Cost: $10 – $70

Ocean City Restaurant Week
June 7 – 14
Fixed Price Specials at participating Ocean City Restaurants. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and special treats for the whole family. Visit www.eatinocnj.com for list of participating restaurants and specialty shops. Sponsored by the Ocean City Restaurant Association.
Ocean City, NJ
Cost: Varies Per Restaurant

East Hanover PBA Food Truck Festival
June 8, 12PM – 9PM
More trucks and less lines! This year the East Hanover PBA Food Truck Festival is going to have 20 of the best foods trucks from the area. Come hungry because they will have the best trucks from NJ, PA and NYC!_
– All proceeds to benefit the East Hanover Civic Association
– LIVE MUSIC – Slippery When Wet !!
– Free Parking
– Over 25 non-food vendors
– Bounce Houses and fun activities for the kids
– Dogs welcome (must be on leash at all times)
Lurker Park, East Hanover, NJ
Cost: $5 to enter (kids 5 and under free)

Celebrate Middlesex County 2019
June 8, 10AM – 4PM
This free, family-friendly event will showcase the unique programs, services and people of Middlesex County government. Come out and enjoy delicious food from local vendors, live music from the Ray Anderson Band, games and activities, Touch-a-Truck, roller skating, a performance by children’s entertainer Mr. Ray, a fishing derby, and much more!
Roosevelt Park, Edison, NJ
Cost: Free

Chester’s 19th Annual Classic Car Show
June 8, 10AM – 3PM. Rain date June 9
On Saturday, June 8th, Chester will be bursting with Classic Cars and Trucks along Historic Downtown Main Street! This Thrilling Motor Exhibit is FREE to the public. Display includes the finest classics, customs, muscle, special interest, antiques, pro street cars and more. Plus All Day Shopping throughout Chester! Musical entertainment includes DJ-Doc South. A portion of proceeds to benefit The Eric Koby Adoption Fund
Along Main Street in Historic Chester, NJ
Cost: Free

Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment’s 4th Annual Burger Battle
June 8, 12PM – 10PM
Come out for the 4th annual Burger Battle. Event is 12 noon -10 pm in the Backyard. Fans welcome to come purchase and taste some of the best burgers in the area.
Fans can enter to win a spot @ the Judging Table – 1 entry per person. 2 fans will be selected to be judges. plus – All the Fun of the Belmont without the Hassle – Watch and Wager on the Belmont Stakes @ Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment!
1 Racetrack Drive East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: Free

Wildwood Beer Fest
June 8, 2 Sessions
The Wildwood Beer Fest is a beer tasting event to celebrate the art of locally brewed craft beer. Located in Fox Park, between E. Burk and E. Montgomery Aves in Wildwood, NJ – this festival, now in its 5th year, will be equally exciting for the brew aficionado and novice alike. A ticket will grant you access to 100+ brews, a commemorative tasting cup, live tunes, delicious food and craft vendors. Beer sampling is included with your ticket, food and merchandise is available for purchase.
Fox Park, E. Burk & Ocean Avenues, Wildwood, NJ
Cost: $30

Clifton Food Truck Festival
June 9, 11AM – 7PM
Clifton get ready!! Food! Beer! Music! Fun! New Jersey foodies, eat your hearts out! It’s a fun filled family day! 20 Gourmet Food Trucks, beer & sangria garden, vendors, kids activities & it’s a Benefit for Boys & Girls Club of Clifton . Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, furry friends, pop ups and blankets. ***THEY ARE ASKING ALL ATTENDEES TO BRING A NON-PERISHABLE CANNED OR BOXED ITEM TO HELP SUPPORT THE FOOD PANTRY.. Please help those less fortunate.
Boys & Girls of Clifton, 181 Colfax Ave, Clifton, NJ
Cost: $5, Kids under 10 are Free

Livingston Summerfest Food Truck & Music Festival
June 9, 11AM – 6PM
Third annual Summerfest including 18+ food trucks, Beer Garden, Live music featuring Treehouse Mania, Grateful Dead Tribute Band Midnight Sun and Screaming Broccoli, Fishing Derby, Craft Vendors, Children’s Activities and Pool Open House.
Livingston Oval, Robert Harp Drive, Livingston, NJ
Cost: $5 Under 10 Free

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