Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 8th – 10th, 2018
The first official day of Summer is just around the corner! Here are my Top Ten New Jersey Events for June 8th – 10th, 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 June 8th – 10th, 2018:
Lighthouse International Film Festival – June 7th – 10th
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 three 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.
Dates: June 7th – 10th, 2018
Address: Loveladies, LBI, NJ
Cost: Varies per event
Greenwood Lake Air Show – June 8th – 10th
Crowds will be entertained by top performers from across the nation to thrill audiences in the highlands of New Jersey. A list of all the acts can be found on the website. Throughout the day guests can find food, drinks, and merchandise on the field. As well as a car show and historical exhibits.
Dates: June 8th – 10th, 2018
Address: 126 Airport Road, West Milford, NJ
Cost: $10 – $55, see ticket options HERE
AnimeNEXT – June 8th – 10th
AnimeNEXT 2018 will be held at the Atlantic City Convention Center from June 8th – 10th, 2018. Featuring panels, workshops, artist alley, karaoke, cosplay, and so much more!
Dates: June 8th – 10th, 2018
Address: Atlantic City Convention Center; 1 Convention Center Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: Tickets
The Wildwood Beer Fest – June 9th
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 – in it’s 4th year this festival will be equally exciting for the brew aficionado and novice alike. A ticket into the event grants you access to 100+ brews, a commemorative tasting cup, live tunes, delicious food, craft vendors and special exhibits. Beer sampling is unlimited with your ticket, food and merchandise is available for purchase. We do ask that you drink responsibly – know your limits. Entrance will only be permitted to ticket holders 21 or older with a valid ID, no exceptions will be allowed.
Date: Saturday June 9th, 2018 from 12 pm – 4 pm and again from 6 pm – 10 pm
Address: Fox Park, between E. Burk and E. Montgomery Aves in Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Tickets
MeshFest’s Wellness + Arts + Music (WAM) Festival – June 9th
MeshFest is more than just a fun festival. It’s a breeding ground for talent and like-minded individuals. WHAT TO EXPECT:
– 40+ vendors
– live music and poetry performances
– smoothie pops
– photobooth and selfie station
– yoga classes
– ballroom class
– yoga trapeze
– business and health workshops
– live DJ
– Yelp Selfie Contests ($50+ cash prize!)
– networking session
– art showcase
Date: Saturday, June 9th, 2018; 12pm to 6pm
Address: NJIT Campus Center; 150 Bleeker St, Newark, NJ
Cost: $20 online, $25 at the door
3rd Annual Meadowlands Battle for the Best Burger – June 9th
Fans welcome to come sample some of the best burgers in the area. There is no admission fee, fans are encouraged to purchase burgers from each food truck/restaurant. Fans can enter to win a spot @ the Judging Table – 1 entry per person. Participants Include:
* Chef Bryan Gregg of Orama
* Dark Side of the Moo – http://themoofoodtruck.com/
* Little Bit Of Paradise
* Chris Curbside Cravings – https://www.facebook.com/Chriss-curbside-cravings-556541821063134/
* The New Maggie’s Bar & Grill – http://thenewmaggiesbarandgrill.com/
* Fed by Ed – http://www.getfedbyed.com/
* Good Mood Truck – www.goodmoodtruck.com
* Carnival Concessions (2017 Burger Battle Champs)
* South & Pine (2016 Burger Battle Champs)
Date: Saturday, June 9th, 2018; 1pm to 10pm
Address: Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment; 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford, NJ
Cost: Free
Hammonton Food Truck Festival – June 9th
4th Annual Hammonton Food Truck Festival, organized by Downtown Hammonton and the Hammonton FTF Committee. Featuring nearly 30 of the best gourmet food trucks in the region, the event also includes a craft beer garden and multiple live bands.
Date: Saturday, June 9th, 2018; 4:30pm to 9:30pm
Address: Downtown Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free
8th Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival – June 9th & 10th
On Saturday, June 9 through Sunday, June 10, festival goers can look forward to sampling wines from a nice variety of award-winning Garden State wineries. In addition to wine tastings, there will also be live entertainment, as well as crafters, retail vendors and food vendors. The festival will be held each day from 12 p.m. noon to 5 p.m. ET., rain or shine.
Dates: June 9th & 10th, 2018; 12pm to 5pm
Address: FirstEnergy Park; 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ
Cost: $20 to $40
World Dog Expo – June 9th & 10th
This weekend spectacular event will celebrate dogs everywhere in a large–scale, cutting edge multimedia format. With multiple stages, attendees will enjoy caliber events, such as dock diving, disc dog, lure coursing, weight pulling and schutzhund, just to name a few.
The World Dog Experience will provide opportunities for the dog and owner to participate together in sports, education, training and other bonding experiences. Also, the show will work to promote dog rescue, fostering and adoption.
Dates: June 9th (12-6pm) & 10th (12-5pm), 2018
Address: Meadowland Expo Center, Secaucus, NJ
Cost: $15+, kids under 12 Free
Medford Art, Wine, & Music Festival – June 10th
Fine artist works, colorful crafts, local wines, craft beer and good food will be on hand as several South Jersey wineries and Medfords local breweries will be interspersed between the arts and crafts booths and local bands playing music throughout the afternoon. The Medford Lakes Corvette Club will occupy South Main Street, featuring a full car show with over one hundred classic and show cars. Several musical groups will be located on porches up and down Main Street, providing live music from rock to pop to bluegrass and folk. More than 10,000 visitors are expected to attend the festival which has grown each of the past several years to be a major area event. This year the festival will be expanded further along North Main Street. A broad array of beautiful paintings and pottery, plus handcrafted jewelry, glass, wood and fabric crafts will be available. More than 90 artists, photographers and crafters from throughout New Jersey and Southeastern Pennsylvania will gather to show their treasures.
Dates: Sunday, June 10th, 2018; 11am to 4pm
Address: Main St, Medford, NJ
Cost: Free