Summer at the Jersey Shore is a great time to get the whole family involved in activities that promote fun, laughs and great memories! We compiled some local summer events in Monmouth and Ocean counties that may interest you. Contact the events for details and more information. Happy, healthy summer!
Jenkinson’s Amusement Park, Point Pleasant Boardwalk
Ride all the rides for one low price! From 6-11 pm on Fridays, unlimited ride wristbands for just $29. Includes Adventure Lockout Ropes Course!
The B52’s
Stone Pony Summer Stage, Saturday, June 17th in Asbury, (6-10 PM) 909 Ocean Ave N, Asbury Park, NJ
FREE Group Surfing Lesson Coastline Adventures Surfing School
Saturday, June 24, 2023 7:30am – 10am. Brick Township, Beach 3. Ages 10+. Must know how to swim. Call to pre-register. (732) 300-5115
Free Movies On The Beach
Point Pleasant Boardwalk. Bring a blanket or chair and join Movies on the Beach every Tuesday night starting June 27th @ 9pm. *Weather/wind permitting. Movies on the Beach are on the Pavilion beach, in front of the aquarium. Please note that movie start times may vary depending on when it gets dark.
June 27th – The Lion King (1994 Animated) (G)
July 11th – The Minions: The Rise of Gru (G)
July 18th – Jaws (PG)
July 25th – Elf (PG)
August 1 – Encanto (PG)
August 8th – Lightyear (PG)
August 15th – Top Gun: Maverick (PG-13)
August 22nd – Hocus Pocus (PG)
August 29th – Cars 3 (G)
River Queen
Enjoy a scenic cruise featuring a variety of entrees while you cruise along the calm inland waters of the Manasquan River. Sliced Top Round of Beef, Whipped Potatoes with Chef’s Gravy, Rosemary Chicken, Fresh Vegetables Du Jour, Italian Meatballs, Penne all Vodka, Salad & more! Cash Bar available July 4th Fireworks Display provided by Jenkinson’s in Pt. Pleasant. 732-528-6620
OceanFest
Pier Village. 1-10pm (Fireworks at 9) 228 Broadway, Long Branch NJ 07740 . The biggest Fourth of July celebration in NJ! An all-day family friendly festival. Enjoy performers by dancers, musicians, and clowns. Food vendors, crafters, artists, sand sculptures, costumed characters. games, and more! Capped off with the most spectacular fireworks display you’ll see anywhere along the Jersey coast.
Flea Market
Allaire Village, Inc. Sat, Jul 8, 8 AM – 2 PM
4265 Atlantic Ave, Farmingdale, NJ. Best flea market at the Jersey Shore! Hunt for bargains among vintage treasures, thrift items, books, artwork, handmade items, knick-knacks, and more!
Classic Car Show
July 9th is Oldies Day at Monmouth Park! 11am – 5pm. 150 antique cars to admire and old-school entertainment for the entire family! Meet Big Joe Henry as he broadcasts his NJ 101.5 FM’s #1 Jersey Favorite Hits Show live!
Sandcastle Contest
Belmar Beach, Wednesday, July 12, 2023. Bring your sand pails, shovels and creative flair for the 2023 New Jersey Sandcastle Contest. This family-favorite event draws crowds of competitors and spectators to 18th Avenue beach for a day of digging and sculpting by the sea. The competition, which begins with registration at 8:30 a.m., is free and open to participants of all ages.
Kids Magic Show
Seaside Heights, 800 Ocean Terrace Casino Pier. Come out and enjoy the magical talents of Steve Woyce! An exciting Kids Magic Show, located on the Pier Stage. July 18 & August 15 @ 4pm.
Manasquan Fireman’s Fair
July 25th – 29th in Mallard Park. Enjoy a wide variety of rides, games, and food for both adults and children (6pm – 10pm nightly). Fairgoers 21 and older can visit the beer garden for a cold brew. Visit www.squanfiremansfair.com for more information.
Fluke Tournament
Pt. Pleasant Elks, Saturday, July 22nd, 2023. Up to $40,000 in Cash Prizes for the heaviest fluke. Youth prizes for 15 year olds and under. Picnic to follow at the Elks lodge @ 4pm ($25 pp). Burgers, hot dogs, pulled pork, door prizes, and drinks are available. Visit PointPleasantElks.org for more information.
Festival of Ballooning
Fri, Jul 28 – Sun, Jul 30. New Jersey Balloon Festival is a popular family-friendly event that takes place every July at Solberg Airport in Readington, New Jersey. The sight of 100 hot air balloons being launched in the sky is going to leave you in awe. Kids particularly love specially shaped hot air balloons. There are also live concerts, amusement rides, fireworks, Running with the Balloons 5K, and an enchanting nighttime balloon glow. Hundreds of vendors offer crafts and great food.
FREE Shred Day
Saturday, Aug. 5: Neptune Twp.- 2201 Heck Ave. (Recycling Yard). Monmouth County FREE shred day! Declutter your home while protecting your personal information from identity thieves.
TidalWave Music Festival
August 11, 12, 13. TidalWave is a 3-day festival on the Atlantic City Beach and along the world-famous Boardwalk featuring some of country music’s biggest stars! Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, and Brooks & Dunn are headlining this year!
Seafood ‘N Seltzer Festival
Sat, Aug 12, 11 AM – 5 PM. Monmouth Park, 175 Oceanport Ave, Oceanport, NJ. Lobster rolls, crab cakes, and now seltzers! The Shore’s best seafood establishments serve up delicious seafood. Sample from a variety of delicious fizzy beverages from 11:30-5pm. Your $15 sampling ticket includes: 10 2-oz samples and a FREE commemorative glass. https://www.monmouthpark.com/