April 29th – May 1st events: The best things to do this weekend in NJ
Looking for something to do this weekend? Big Joe’s got you covered. Check out our complete list of great events and fun things do right here in the great Garden State!
Celebrate Jersey Shore Pride! Join the wave of Beach Sweeps volunteers at over 70 sites from Cape May to the Passaic River. Thousands of citizens flock to the shoreline from 9 am - 12:30 pm to remove harmful littler before the start of the summer season. Beach Sweeps is the longest running and largest environmental grassroots event in NJ.
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Various Locations along the Jersey Shore
ATLANTIC COUNTY
The Smithville Renaissance faire is an awesome event for the whole family located at Historic Smithville shopping village. Entertainment provided by the New Jersey Renaissance Faire. Shop the amazing village of Smithville and experience an extra 10 or more artisans of hand crafted goods and other delights for the whole family. Contact the NJ Renaissance Faire for more details.
Date: April 30th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: Historic Smithville
615 E. Moss Mill Rd., Absecon, NJ 08205
Are you missing summer? If you've been dreaming of barefeet, soaking up the sun and sipping on sangria then our Cinco de Mayo celebration is for you! Featuring authentic Spanish music with a flamenco guitarist, chips and salsa platters, a local food truck and most importantly, Sangria! For the first time this year we'll be serving up our famous sangria in two different flavors. So bring your lawn chair and some sunglasses and come salsa with us! Wine tasting is $5 and includes 8 tastes of wine as well as a souvenir glass to take home. Noon - 5 pm.
Date: May 1st, 2016
Location: Bellview Winery
150 Atlantic St., Landisville, NJ 08326
CAPE MAY COUNTY
New Jersey's only true in-water boat show designed for the serious boating enthusiast. Just in time for the summer boating season, this is a spring show set against the spectacular backdrop of this historic seafaring city. Offering a wide selection of boats, boating related supplies and services. Take advantage of a recently revised sales tax structure, 3.5% with a $20,000 maximum sales tax cap.
Date: April 29th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: South Jersey Marina on Schellengers Landing
1231 Hwy. 109, Cape May, NJ 08204
HUDSON COUNTY
The City of Hoboken present the Hoboken Spring Arts & Music Festival. Celebrating our 22nd Year. Over 300 Artists, Crafters, Photographers, Sculptors will exhibit / sell their work. Food Vendors, local restaurants & businesses. Special section with children's activities including rides, games, face painting, live performance & more. 3 Stages of Live music. Free. Rain or Shine.
Date: May 1st, 2016
Location: Washington St. bet. Observer Highway & 7th St.
94 Washington St., Hoboken, NJ 07030
HUNTERDON COUNTY
Featuring over 80 of the area's finest artists and crafters, great food and family entertainment. Get your O'Fish'l Shad Fest T Shirt designed by a local artist.You'll find everything - jewelry, ceramics, furniture, apparel, accessories, home décor and more! In The Food Court: everything from taco salads to fried Calamari! There will also be shad chowder, hot dogs, fried oreos, hamburgers, fries and fresh lemonade! Family fun: Face Painting, Sand Art, and other children's games and activities. Kids will go crazy for the rides because they're back! Don't miss the fun and educational shad seining demonstrations down at Lewis Island where the Delaware River Basin Commission will be teaching us about how to test water quality. Over 150 original art posters, created and donated by local artists, are on display and will be auctioned off on Sunday to raise money for scholarships.
Date: April 30th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: Lambertville
11 Bridge St., Lambertville, NJ 08530
Enter chili of any type for $25; both individual and restaurant categories; cash prizes to individuals; winning restaurant receives a plaque; Peoples Choice Awards in both categories. Attend for tasting for $15, or $12 in advance; children 12 & under free. Music, Wine, and Beer too!
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad House
48 Old Hwy. 22, Clinton, NJ 08809
MERCER COUNTY
Kite Day is a perfect time to explore the farm during our annual spring festival, 10 am – 5 pm. Bring your own kite or choose a kite from the store. Or, make a "guaranteed to fly" kite. Then, test fly your kite in our pasture with the farm animals looking on. The farm will ring with country music and entertainment all weekend. Tour the orchards and fields in a tractor-drawn farm wagon. he sheep will be shorn on Sunday and children can take home a piece of real fleece. There will be special activities for children in the barnyard including make your own pinwheels. The whole family will enjoy Terhune Orchards' apples, cider, donuts, pies, chili, hot dogs, fresh, grilled asparagus, salads, soup and more. Taste our own Terhune Orchards Vineyard and Winery wines in the tasting room. Admission to the festival area is $5, age 3 and up. No admission to farm store or winery. Park at the farm. For information call or visit the website.
Date: April 30th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: Terhune Orchards
330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ 08540
The Arts Council of Princeton's signature spring art and wine fundraiser, Pinot to Picasso | Vintage 2016, will be held from 6 - 10 pm. Approximately 400 guests are expected to attend the festivities, which include a salon-style exhibition, gourmet tastings, wines from around the world, and dancing. One of the highlights of the evening is the "Tombola," an Italian-style lottery where every ticket holder wins an original work of art. View the artwork at the Pinot to Picasso Exhibition at the Arts Council's Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, April 22-27 with a special Preview Opening Reception on Friday, April 22 at 5pm.
Date: April 29th, 2016
Location: Technology Center of Princeton
330 Carter Rd., Princeton, NJ 08540
MIDDLESEX COUNTY
Rutgers will roll out the scarlet carpet and invite visitors of all ages to experience Rutgers Day. As part of our yearlong 250th anniversary celebration, Rutgers Day, along with Alumni Weekend, will have a statewide presence in 2016 with programming at Rutgers University-Camden, Rutgers University-New Brunswick, and Rutgers University-Newark. it's a terrific opportunity for New Jersey residents of all ages to experience their state university at a family-friendly day packed with free programs, including stage performances, tours, exhibits, hands-on activities, lectures, and more. Visit the website for more information.
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Rutgers University
101 Somerset St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Entirely student-run folk festival celebrating the diversity of cultures and traditions throughout New Jersey. From 10 am to 6 pm, rain or shine, and is open to the public free of charge.
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Woodlawn
George St. & Ryders Ln., New Brunswick, NJ 08901
MONMOUTH COUNTY
A fun day with... * A Beer Garden - Serving beer and hard cider * Award winning BBQ * Food Trucks * Unique Crafters * 19th Century games. While you enjoy the festival explore the historic buildings, visit craft shops, listen to live music and enjoy some good barbecue with family and friends! The historic village will be providing craft demonstrations at the blacksmith shop and carpentry shop. All historic buildings will be open for tours with costumed interpreters. There will be also historic children's games being demonstrated.
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Allaire State Park
4265 Atlantic Ave., Farmingdale, NJ 07727
This FREE & family friendly event takes place along Main St. from 5th - 13th Ave. including Belmar Pyanoe Plaza which is located in the heart of Belmar's Business District! The ArtWalk showcases the talent of dozens of artists and participating businesses in the community and is held rain or shine. This year's event will again feature a passport secret word prize drawing and roving street musicians (weather permitting)! Sponsored by Belmar Arts Council and Belmar Tourism. If you are an artist or Belmar business interested in participating (there is no charge to participate) or you would like to donate a prize please email us!
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Belmar Arts Center, The Boatworks
608 River Rd., Belmar, NJ 07719
Various craft vendors, food vendors and a car show that takes place in the center of town. So you can visit the Craft Fair then wander along Main Street and visit the various shops in town. 10 am - 4 pm. Rain Date: May 1
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Main St., Manasquan, NJ 08736
Run 2.2 Miles in a Tutu. Open to men and women too! Great post run party at the Asbury Biergarten with awards to overall and best dressed in Tutu.
Date: April 30th, 2016
Location: Asbury Biergarten
527 Lake Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712
MORRIS COUNTY
The annual art event encompasses all things Steampunk, including: an Art Exhibit, Victorian Photo Portrait Session, Steampunk Paint & Sip Class, Steampunk Sculpt & Sip Class, Steampunk Fashion Exhibition and Contest, Scavenger Hunt, and Live Steampunk Music! Shop and dine along Main Street to further enjoy the weekend in Boonton, celebrating the art of Steampunk culture. Please dress creatively, and preferably in the Steampunk aesthetic!
Date: April 29th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: Townwide, Main St., Boonton, NJ 07005
The wait is over for The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum's highly anticipated plant sale. This year's theme is 'The Collector's Garden.' Expert advisors assist you in curating your garden and building your collection, whatever it may be: trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, vines, herbs, or heirloom tomatoes. Whatever your passion, this is the one plant sale you do not want to miss. Cash, checks, or credit cards are accepted. Proceeds benefit Horticultural Education at the Morris County Park Commission. 9 am - 3 pm. Free.
Date: April 30th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum
353 East Hanover Ave., Morris Township, NJ 07960
OCEAN COUNTY
Get a taste of what is coming this year with food trucks, craft brews and live music. Music by The Pickles, Diablo Sandwich, and Nectar & Ambrosia on Saturday and Billy Walton, the Pickles, and Gary Philips on Sunday. Saturday, 11 am - 7 pm and Sunday, 11 am - 5 pm. $8 admission. Members and Children under 5 Free. Food and drink prices set by individual vendors.
Date: April 30th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: Tuckerton Seaport
120 W. Main St., Tuckerton, NJ 08087
PASSAIC COUNTY
Taste a variety of wines along with a buffet dinner to benefit the Clifton Mustang Band Alumni Association's scholarship fund. Tickets $40, event from 6 - 10 pm.
Date: April 29th, 2016
Location: Mario's Restaurant
710 Van Houten Ave., Clifton, NJ 07013
WARREN COUNTY
Hackettstown Spring Festival is a weekend full of fun, games and rides for all ages, food vendors, music, and shopping tents.
Date: April 29th, 2016 - May 1st, 2016
Location: Fields behind Centenary College
Reese & 5th Aves., Hackettstown, NJ 07840
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