Five Free Summer Festivals | New Jersey
Five Free Summer Festivals | New Jersey
Olivia Lerch
If you live in New Jersey or just want an excuse to visit for the weekend, here are four events that happen annually every summer/early fall, that are fun for the whole family, and will make you want to come back year after year!
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Highlands 29th Annual Clam Festival
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This rain or shine early-weekend event takes place from August 1-3, 2024. Times vary from day to day, so be sure to check out their website for details. If you enjoy connecting with locals, food trucks, live music and contests, this event is for you. Don't miss the fireworks at the conclusion of the event on August 3 at 10pm! BONUS: Parking is also free for this event.
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Canal Day Music and Craft Festival
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Do you enjoy history and craft fairs? August 24, 2024, 10am-5pm, this festival has a little bit of everything from Civil War-era narrations and demonstrations to mule-driven canal boat rides along with food and craft vendors and all-day musical performances. Free admission with $5.00 donation for parking.
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Long Branch Jazz and Blues Festival
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Blues on the beach? Say less! On August 24, 2024, 1-9:30pm, check out this rain-or-shine music festival featuring local music artists, craft, and food vendors on the Jersey Shore.
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The Wildwoods Food & Music Festival
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Check out this all-day event on September 7, 2024 for all things live music, food, craft vendors and more.
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Sailfest
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You won't want to miss this all-day event on September 7, 2024 that features New Jersey's largest sailing festival along the scenic Toms River. It's your one-stop shop for sail race viewing, food and craft vendors, raffles, and kids' activities.
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