June is prime festival time in New Jersey. Here are the best street fairs, food fests, music festivals, beach fairs and block parties taking place this month.
THROUGHOUT NEW JERSEY
North to Shore Festival
Multiple Locations
June 13-28
Known as “The Festival Only Jersey Could Handle,” the North to Shore Festival is gearing up for statewide lineup of concerts, art exhibits, comedy shows, film screenings and more.
NORTH
Westfield Street Fair & Craft Show
Downtown Westfield
June 6
There will be arts and crafts, shopping, live music, kids’ games, food vendors and family-friendly fun.
West Orange Street Fair
Main Street, West Orange
June 6
One of the town’s biggest events of the year packs the streets with local crafters, food stands, street performers, a foam party, a beer and wine garden and a bungee trampoline. FIFA NYNJ is bringing its Skyline to Shoreline Road Tour™ to this year’s street fair, so celebrate all things soccer with interactive games, giveaways and music. Kids will be greeted by their favorite costumed characters, including a live puppet T-Rex, Spider-Man, Disney Princesses, Minions and more. You’ll also get free entrance to the Thomas Edison National Historical Park.
Family Cup & Festival
Old Overpeck Park – Henry Hoebel Area, Leonia
June 6
The soccer festival will have games (5-a-side soccer tournament for adults and youth), food trucks, cultural celebrations, kids’ activities and a festival atmosphere.
Montclair African-American Heritage Parade & Festival
Glenfield Middle School & Nishaune Park, Montclair
June 6
The day begins with a parade featuring marching bands, dance groups and community organizations. The celebration continues with live music, cultural performances, food vendors, art, and activities for children and families.
World Cup Fan Festival
Christopher Columbus Drive, Jersey City
June 12
The celebration kicks off along Christopher Columbus Drive with a fan fest ahead of the Brazil vs. Morocco match at MetLife Stadium on June 13.
NYNJ World Cup 26 Fan Hub
Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison
Select dates, June 13 – July 15
Every matchday gives fans the rare chance to step onto the field, catch live DJs and player appearances, and enjoy a rotating mix of local talent, food trucks, and fan activations, with select games shown on the main stage screen. The SI Stadium Concert Series will rock the main stage on select dates, including the already announced “Family Day featuring Kidz Bop Live” on June 14 and Kygo & Kaleo on June 22.
Montvale Mile-Long Street Fair & Food Truck Festival
Paragon Drive, Montvale
June 14
There will be 150 tables so you can shop and check for freebies, a special arts & crafts section, a kid’s area, a community section, two food courts and a beer garden, and live entertainment like music and demos all day.
Sports Illustrated Stadium’s Family Day
Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison
June 14
The World Cup day includes watch parties for the Germany vs. Curacao and Netherlands vs. Japan games. There will be Red Bull NY player meet-and-greets, interactive soccer activities, a Bull Run skills challenge to beat the clock, 1-vs-1 game play, a soccer Skee-Ball challenge, photo moments, and a chance to win autographed memorabilia. KIDZ BOP is celebrating its milestone 25th birthday with a KIDZ BOP LIVE concert – including an opening act by DJ KB, KIDZ BOP’s official DJ; and the fan-favorite Daddy Dance Off.
World Cup Fan Festival
Overpeck Park, Bergen County
June 14
The 811-acre county park, which is situated in parts of Leonia, Palisades Park, Ridgefield Park and Teaneck, will host a day of soccer fun before the France vs. Senegal match on June 16.
Main Street Pops Artisan Markets
770 Jackson Street Plaza, Hoboken
June 14
The popular monthly market showcases a curated selection of unique, handmade treasures from local artisans.
Montclair Jazz Festival
Lackawanna Plaza Stage, Montclair
Select dates, June 16 – August 15
The Smithsonian Institution has selected the 2026 Montclair Jazz Festival, produced by JAZZ HOUSE KiDS, as part of its “Of the People: The Smithsonian Festival of Festivals,” a celebration of jazz cities that helped shape the nation. The Tuesday evening Soundcheck Series concerts (plus Wednesday, July 1) lead up to the all-day Downtown Jamboree + Block Party on Aug. 15.
Tri-County Fair
Christ Church, Rockaway
June 18-21
This Father’s Day weekend tradition treats Dad to carnival rides and games, monster truck rides, Arestov’s Acrobatic Extravaganza, a fireworks show, and lots of fair foods.
Juneteenth Celebration
South Ward, Newark
June 20
During the festival portion, there will be shopping, health and wellness info, amusement rides and live performances. House Music Theme has an opening set by Jam Productions, with music by 400Proof, NKNX, Chill X and Mark Francis. Featured vocal entertainer is Lady Alma, with MC Ras Anthony.
Hello Spring Vendor Pop-Up Festival
Hermitage Museum, Ho-Ho-Kus
June 20
There will be 75 tables set up, live music, and lots of food trucks. Plus, you can spend time strolling around the grounds.
New Jersey Beer & Food Festival
Crystal Springs Resort, Hamburg
June 20
For men who want some alone time without the kids, Crystal Springs is hosting an unlimited BBQ buffet and tastings of over 200 beers, ciders and hard seltzers. There will be live music by The After Party Band; goat races, axe throwing, laser clay shooting, hoppy-hop races and giant beer pong; lawn games and more.
World Cup Fan Festival
Laurel Hill Park, Secaucus
June 21
Laurel Hill Park hosts a pre-game fan fest before Norway vs. Senegal takes the field at MetLife Stadium on June 22.
World Cup Fan Festival
Mulberry Plaza, Newark
June 24
Mulberry Plaza in downtown Newark will be a hot spot for soccer fans ahead of the Ecuador vs. Germany matchup on June 25.
Strawberry Moon Fest
State Line Lookout, Alpine
June 25
Vendors, exhibitors and food stands will be set up. Note: Admission is free but there is metered parking.
World Cup Fan Festival
Downtown East Rutherford and Rutherford
June 26
Downtown East Rutherford and neighboring Rutherford will host a fan celebration the day before Panama vs. England plays at MetLife Stadium on June 27.
Rock, Ribs and Ridges Festival
Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta
June 26-28
Listen to top acts like Almost Queen, Super ’70s Rock Show and Triple Rail Turn, then head to the BBQ Pitmasters booths for top-notch BBQ.
Montclair Flea
Montclair Flea, Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair
June 27
There will be curated vendors selling everything from art to vintage finds indoors. Food trucks will be located outside.
Hopatcong Monthly Market
Hopatcong DPW Lot, Hopatcong
June 28
Discover unique handmade goods, new gift items, treats, and one-of-a-kind finds while supporting 50+ small businesses and talented makers in the community. A different food truck is featured each month.
CENTRAL
Princeton Festival
Morven Museum & Garden and Trinity Church, both Princeton
June 5-21
Performances include the singing of opera, arias, jazz, cabaret, cantatas, a Queen tribute band, the Bacon Bros., and an American fanfare salute; in addition to ballet dance with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra.
Hungarian Festival
American Hungarian Foundation, New Brunswick
June 6
Embrace the Hungarian cultural through music, performances, folk dancing, food and shopping.
Seaview Springfest
Seaview Orthopaedics, Monroe Twp.
June 6
Seaview’s first-time family festival is packed with live music, food trucks, inflatables, crafts, a marketplace and health screenings. There will also be fundraising for NJ Vet2Vet, which provides 24/7 support to New Jersey National Guard members, active military personnel, veterans, their families and caregivers.
Rally for the Rivers Eco-Fest
Victory Park, Rumson
June 6
Clean Ocean Action will celebrate the Navesink and Shrewsbury rivers during a morning of free, hands-on eco-activities and crafts – like seining, environmental demos, face painting and music. Pick up an Eco-Fest passport card, and you can earn stamps by visiting different booths at the event.
Juneteenth Freedom Experience
Job Corps Campus, Edison
June 6
The NAACP Metuchen-Edison-Piscataway Branch will celebrate freedom, culture and community. Activities include a basketball tournament, live performances, a DJ sequence with a house music set, a Kids Zone, a bike giveaway, a car show, a marketplace, food trucks, and a health and wellness zone.
Turkish Fest
CJC Center, Somerset
June 6-7
This two-day cultural festival celebrates all things Turkish: food, art, community, music, traditional dances, performing arts, a kids’ train ride, playground, cultural dialog booths, and traditional crafts.
Strawberry Festival
Terhune Orchards, Princeton
June 6-7
There will be lots of fresh berries, live music, wagon rides, visits with the animals, time to play on the tractors and playhouses, pony rides, games like the duck race and bean bag toss, and a farm-wide scavenger hunt. NJ Bubble Parties and Snakes ‘n Scales will put on shows. Order strawberry treats like ice cream, slushies and strawberry rhubarb pie. The Wine Orchard will serve Terhune’s award-winning wines.
Juneteenth Celebration
Downtown Freehold
June 7
The Monmouth County Diversity Alliance will honor America’s 250th anniversary and commemorate Juneteenth with a block party in Downtown Freehold featuring food, music, vendors and live entertainment.
4-H Spring Fest
Middlesex County 4-H Youth Center, East Brunswick
June 7
Interactive experiences for kids will be based around the environment.
Jersey Pride
Asbury Park
June 7
The largest and oldest LGBTQ Pride Celebration in the Garden State includes a rally, parade and festival.
North Brunswick Youth Sports Festival
DeVry University Campus,
North Brunswick
Select dates, June 11-28
At this much-anticipated two-week fest in Middlesex County, there are all the fun carnival staples, plus acrobatic acts, racing pigs, a giant Ferris wheel, a petting zoo, and of course, fireworks.
Lebanese Festival
Saint Sharbel Church, Somerset
June 12-14
There will be Lebanese food and pastries, live music, dancers and performances.
The Battle of Basking Ridge Soccer Village & Viewing Party
Downtown Basking Ridge (Bernards Twp.)
June 13
A soccer village and cultural street festival will be set up in the downtown during the day. There will be international food vendors, a DJ, cultural performances, soccer skill challenges and demos, FC Berna’s regional youth soccer tournament, and family activities. During the Brazil vs. Morocco game at night, a community watch party will be open to everyone.
Community Festival
Robbinsville Community Park, Robbinsville
June 13
Celebrate all things Robbinsville along with the nation’s 250th anniversary. There will be live music, food trucks, business exhibits, a non-profit area, a DJ, amusements, laser tag, pony rides, a trackless train, and fireworks. Best of the Eagles and The Fryboys will perform. The new cornhole tournament and beer booth will support Robbinsville Meals on Wheels.
Celebrate Middlesex County
Roosevelt Park, Edison
June 13
Highlights include roller skating, arts and crafts, a fife and drum group, musket firings, historical reenactors, games and activities, a display of antique farm equipment, face painting and airbrush art, caricatures, photo ops with the Junior Ranger and Bark Ranger, an inflatable obstacle course, a fishing derby, a dozen food trucks, live music and demos, and a touch-a truck area.
Blueberry Festival
Von Thun Farms, South Brunswick
June 13-14
Aside from PYO blueberries, there will be food trucks, hayrides, farm animals, and fresh blueberry donuts.
Bernardsville Street Fair & Craft Show
Mine Brook Road and Mt. Airy Road, Bernardsville
June 14
There will be arts and crafts, shopping, live music, kids’ games, food vendors and family-friendly fun.
North Brunswick Juneteenth Celebration
North Brunswick Municipal Complex, North Brunswick
June 14
There will be vendors displaying health and wellness, education and entrepreneurship information; food, fitness, music, DJ entertainment, art, and more.
Juneteenth
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, New Brunswick
June 18-20
On Thursday, come to the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center for a commemorative program. The community cookout on Friday is sponsored by Ebenezer Baptist Church. On Saturday, the 10th anniversary parade travels along George Street and Remsen Avenue to Recreation Park, where the Vulcan Pioneers of New Brunswick will put on a festival.
Raritan Native American Heritage Celebration & PowWow
Middlesex County Fairgrounds, East Brunswick
June 20-21
The Redhawk Native American Arts Council presents native culture via performances, craft and artist booths, authentic food, a tipi raising, and discussions with tribe members.
North to Shore Festival Bazaar
Grand Arcade, Asbury Park
June 20-21
The weekend has a little bit of everything: shopping for Father’s Day at the marketplace, music by 198X Band on Saturday and DJ Uro on Sunday, World Cup matches streamed live from Mutiny Beach, and food specials at the restaurants along the boardwalk.
Bridgefest
Ocean Grove
June 26-27
Katy Nichole and Colton Dixon headline The Bridge Radio’s annual Christian outreach event with their music concerts. Listen to teachings from pastors, join the youth rally, have a baptism by ocean, and bring the kids to the food trucks or activities area.
World Cup Watch Party & Cultural Festival
Iron Peak Sports & Events, Hillsborough
June 27
There are plenty of screens to watch the Panama vs. England, Croatia vs. Ghana, Colombia vs. Portugal, DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan, Algeria vs. Austria, and Jordan vs. Argentina games. There will be interactive kids and family activations, sponsor tables, games, giveaways, food trucks, soccer skills challenges, and late access to the SUMMIT Sports Bar.
Red Bank Arts Festival
Monmouth Street, Red Bank
June 27
Red Bank’s first-ever Arts Festival includes a juried art show; Fresh Markets stands; a makers market; live performances by School of Rock Red Bank, Jazz Arts Project, Lakehouse Music Academy, and Count Basie Center for the Arts; and a kids art zone.
Laurita Winery Food Truck Festivals
Laurita Winery, New Egypt
June 27-28
There will be wine for the adults, family-friendly activities, live music, food trucks, and vineyard tours.
Blueberry Bash
Terhune Orchards, Princeton
June 27-28
Grab a bucket because the PYO blueberry fields are open. After, sit down for a show by Tucker’s Tales Puppet Theatre or NJ Bubble Parties. There will be live country music, visits with the animals, activities in the children’s area and pony rides. Pam Mount’s Blueberry Bash Buffet, The Barn Door Café and the farm store will be stocked with blueberry-themed food and snacks. The winery will be open in the historic apple orchard, serving the popular Harvest Blues apple-blueberry wine.
Dunellen Street Fair & Craft Show
Downtown Dunellen
June 28
There will be arts and crafts, shopping, live music, kids’ games, food vendors and family-friendly fun.
America’s Big Birthday Parade & Festival: Red, White & You
Middletown Twp.
June 28
The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee and Middletown America 250 will host a countywide semiquincentennial parade coinciding with the 248th anniversary of the Battle of Monmouth, one of the most pivotal battles of the Revolutionary War. Following the parade, America’s Big Birthday Festival takes place at Mater Dei Park with food trucks, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and more.
SOUTH
HT Pride
Haddon Square, Haddon Twp.
June 4-6
The parade takes place on June 4, while Pride + Progress Community Night is June 5, followed by a possible Drag Queen Story Hour on June 6 (TBD).
New Jersey Renaissance Faire
Burlington County Fairgrounds, Columbus
June 6-7, 13-14
Come to the Shire of New Crossford (aka the fairgrounds) for jousting events, stage shows, live music, fire breathing stunts, knights, bubble magicians and acrobatics.
Hammonton Food Truck Festival
Downtown Hammonton
June 13
The streets will be packed with food trucks selling American classic, ethnic cuisines, snacks, vegan and vegetarian options, drinks and desserts. Musical entertainment and activities will be announced.
Pride Weekend
Toms River and Seaside Heights
June 12-14
For the first time, Toms River Pride and Seaside Pride will join forces for Pride Weekend, featuring a mega festival, parties, karaoke, a Pork Roll Egg & Queens drag brunch, and a screening of Freeheld, which is about Lt. Laurel Hester’s fight for civil rights in Ocean County.
HopSauce Festival
Taylor Avenue waterfront, Beach Haven, LBI
June 13
HopSauce is a craft beer and hot sauce festival surrounded by live music performances. It’s a fundraiser for the Jetty Rock Foundation, to protect our oceans and waterways.
Barefoot Country Music Festival
Wildwood
June 18-21
Post Malone and Kelsea Ballerini are headlining the beachfront concert, which also see stars like Eric Church, Shaboozey, Dasha, Chase Rice, Hank Azaria & The EZ Street Band, Miranda Lambert, Cole Swindell and Chase Matthew.
Evesham Township’s Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Savich Field, Evesham Twp.
June 19
There will be performances, a story walk, a mobile video gaming studio, bounce houses, dozens of tables and DJ music. Evesham police officers will barbecue free hamburgers.
Summer Boardwalk Craft Shows
Wildwoods Boardwalk
June 19-21; July 3-5, 11-12, 18-19; August 1-2, 8-9; September 5-6
Dozens of booths will be set up along the southern end of the boardwalk, so you can look for handcrafted jewelry, home décor, unique artwork, beach-inspired treasures, one-of-a-kind gifts and homemade treats.
Atlantic City’s Great Pride Festival
O’Donnell Park, Atlantic City
June 20
The festival will feature live entertainment, food and drink options, and activities for all ages to support AC’s vibrant LGBTQIA+ community.
Skimmer Festival
JFK Boulevard, Sea Isle City
June 20
A seaside craft market will be set up along the Promenade, along with a food court. Other activities include a live performance by the Brass Pocket Band, an art bar, sand art, balloon art, bounce houses and a photo booth.
SoccerFest
Wiggins Waterfront Park, Camden
June 25-28
Bringing World Cup fever to South Jersey, this multiday celebration will have large-scale match screenings along the Delaware River, along with a marketplace, international foods, and a showcase of the region’s craft beers and local wines.
Pride in the Village
Shops at Dragon Village, Bridgeton
June 26
Nerd-D Collective invited The Wizard and all his fans to their first-ever all-inclusive LGBTQ+ night market. Watch a drag performance hosted by What’s the Buzz Productions, explore the marketplace, and check out the art installations.
Beachstock
Between Huntington and Granville avenues, Margate
June 27
“The Planet’s Biggest Beach Party” returns with new music, food and more kids’ activities. Highlights include free surf and kite lessons, the MBA Wiffle Ball Home Run Derby, cornhole, volleyball and a Tiki Beach Bar.
Red, White & Blueberry Festival
Hammonton High School, Hammonton
June 28
The biggest blueberry festival happens in the Blueberry Capital of the World, highlighting our state’s favorite fruit for the 40th year. Plus, there’s live music, food, classic cars, a juried art show and kiddie rides.
Sara the Turtle Festival
Sea Isle City
June 29
The Sara the Turtle Festival will feature a hands-on Wildlife Display (with live turtles and tortoises), as well as Environmental Exhibits by the Wetlands Institutes, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, Sea Isle City’s Environmental Commission, the Beachcomber Guides, and Sea Isle Terrapin Rescue. There will also be a “Diaper Derby” Baby Crawling Contest, face painters, and strolling entertainers.
PENNSYLVANIA
Sights in Sand: An American Road Trip
Peddler’s Village
June 1 – August 31
Celebrating America’s 250th birthday, Peddler’s Village will display five magnificent sculptures created by two world-renowned master sand sculpting teams. Each sculpture will be dedicated to a region of the U.S., and collages on each will show sites like the Statue of Liberty, Kennedy Space Center, Mount Rushmore, Route 66, and the Golden Gate Bridge, among others, as well as animals, architecture and American history scenes.
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival: As You Like It
Peddler’s Village, Lahaska, PA
June 6
As part of its inaugural “Play On!” community touring program, the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival (PSF) presents Shakespeare’s comedy with wit, poetry and music.
Editor’s Note: Always check times, dates and weather updates before heading out.
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