School’s out. Beaches are packed. And summer in New Jersey is in full swing.
From Revolutionary War reenactments to ribs and rock music, this weekend offers something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the top events happening across the Garden State from Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29, 2025.
🗡️ Battle of Monmouth Reenactment
📍 Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Manalapan (Central Jersey)
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 28–29 | 🕙 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Relive a pivotal moment in American history with:
Authentic Revolutionary War battle reenactments
Historical interpreters and period camp tours
Military demonstrations and lectures
🎟️ Admission:
$10 (Adults)
$5 (Children 5–12)
Free (Under 5)
♿ Accessibility: Accessible paths and viewing areas
🚗 Parking: $5 per vehicle
🔗 Info: Visit the Friends of Monmouth website
🎸 Rock, Ribs & Ridges Festival
📍 Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta (North Jersey)
📅 Friday–Sunday, June 27–29 | Full day events
Get your fill of BBQ and rock ‘n’ roll:
Performances by George Thorogood, The Allman Betts Band, and more
Award-winning pitmasters serving ribs, brisket, and pulled pork
Camping, kids’ activities, and craft vendors
🎟️ Admission:
$80 (Single-day GA)
$175 (Weekend passes + camping)
♿ Accessibility: Parking, restrooms, and seating available
🏕️ Accommodations: Tent and RV camping onsite
🔗 Info: Visit the rockribsandridges website
✈️ Wings & Things Festival at NASW
📍 NASW Aviation Museum, Cape May Airport
📅 Saturday, June 28 | 🕙 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
A unique combo of:
Arts & crafts fair
Classic car show
Vintage aircraft exhibits
🎟️ Admission:
$16 (Adults)
$12 (Children 3–12)
Free (Under 3)
♿ Accessibility: Accessible facilities
🚗 Free parking
🔗 Info: Visit the Wings & Things Festival Facebook page
🫐 Red, White & Blueberry Festival
📍 Hammonton High School (South Jersey)
📅 Sunday, June 29 | 🕙 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Celebrate Hammonton’s title as the “Blueberry Capital of the World” with:
Blueberry pies, jams, and fresh produce
Food trucks, live music, and craft vendors
Classic car show and kids’ activity areas
🎟️ Admission: Free (food & activities priced individually)
♿ Accessibility: Shuttle services from free parking lots
🚌 Transportation: Free jitney service from designated lots
🔗 Info: Visit the Hammonton website
🏛️ Historic Cold Spring Village – Hands-On History
📍 Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May (South Jersey)
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 28–29 | 🕚 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Experience 19th-century life through:
Historic buildings and costumed interpreters
Family-friendly crafts and demonstrations
🎟️ Admission:
$16 (Adults)
$12 (Children 3–12)
Free (Under 3)
♿ Accessibility: Most buildings are accessible
🚗 Free parking
🔗 Info: Visit the Historic Cold Spring Village website
🐞 Firefly Festival at Terhune Orchards
📍 Terhune Orchards, Princeton (Central Jersey)
📅 Sunday, June 29 | 🕓 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Perfect for families with younger kids:
Firefly crafts (wings, antennas)
Nature walks and educational fun
🎟️ Admission: Free
♿ Accessibility: Accessible paths and restrooms
🚗 Free parking
🔗 Info: Visit the Terhune Orchards website
🎆 Warren County Bicentennial Celebration
📍 Warren County Community College, Washington Township (North Jersey)
📅 Saturday, June 28 | 🕛 12 p.m. onward (Rain Date: Sunday, June 29)
Celebrate 200 years of Warren County with:
Historical reenactments, food, games, and music
Period costumes and early 19th-century crafts
Fireworks finale at dusk
🎟️ Admission: Free
♿ Accessibility: Designated parking and accessible facilities
🚗 Free parking
🔗 Info: Visit the Warren County Bicentennial website
🎤 Gloucester County Summer Concert Series
📍 Woodbury High School, Woodbury (South Jersey)
📅 Saturday, June 28 | 🕖 7 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of live funk music with:
Will Power, a Tower of Power tribute band
🎟️ Admission: Free
♿ Accessibility: Venue is accessible
🚗 Free parking
🔗 Info: Visit the Gloucester County website
🎼 36th Annual Cape May Music Festival
📍 Episcopal Church of the Advent, Cape May (South Jersey)
📅 Thursday, June 26 & Saturday, June 28 | 🕖 7 p.m.
This weekend’s performances:
New York Chamber Ensemble (June 26)
Bay Atlantic Symphony – Alpine Jazz Adventure (June 28)
🎟️ Admission: Varies by performance
👪 Age: Best for families with older children
♿ Accessibility: Accessible seating and facilities
**🚗 Limited parking near Convention Hall + municipal lots
🔗 Info: Visit the Cape May MAC website
