It’s June and the weather is hot hot hot. Let’s celebrate with street fairs, music and food truck festivals, carnivals, and more. Let’s leave the house to explore what NJ has to offer (or not, you do you). If you’re looking for something to do… I got you. These are my top 20 picks are for June 10 – 12, 2022.
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NJIB’s Top Twenty New Jersey Events for June 10 – 12, 2022:
Cape May Restaurant Week
Now – June 12
This eight-day event that takes place every June. Enjoy an appetizer, entree, and dessert at participating restaurants.
Eatontown L.E.A.D. Carnival
Now – June 12
Mark your calendar to attend the L.E.A.D. FEST Carnival to enjoy food, rides, and more at the Monmouth Mall. In addition to fairway rides, there will be entertainment and attractions included in the general admission price of $5. Purchase discounted ride tickets and mega passes in advance online.
Monmouth Mall, 180 NJ-35, Eatontown, NJ
Cost: $5
Paramus L.E.A.D Carnival
Now –June 12
Mark your calendar to attend the L.E.A.D. FEST carnival to enjoy food, rides and more at the Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey. In addition to fairway rides, Scott’s World of Magic will be performing magic tricks at the carnival. Other entertainment and attractions are included in the general admission price of $5. To purchase discounted ride tickets and mega passes in advance visit theleadfest.com.The carnival will benefit the Paramus L.E.A.D. program and other L.E.A.D. initiatives. L.E.A.D. is committed to protecting our youth and communities from the proliferation of drugs, drug-related crimes, cyberbullying, and violence.
Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $5+
Voorhees Township L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival
Now – June 11
Enjoy food, rides and entertainment at the L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival, an event hosted by Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence (L.E.A.D.), in Voorhees Township, New Jersey at the Voorhees Town Center.
2140 Voorhees Town Center Voorhees, NJ
Cost: $5 admission
Annual Feast of St. Anthony
June 9 – 12
This annual festival will feature delicious food, non-stop entertainment, great crowds, music, amusements, games, fun for the whole family. It is also a faith oriented celebration focusing on devotion to St. Anthony. A variety of local dance and karate studios are scheduled to put on performances,
Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption, 113 Chiego Place, Roselle Park, NJ
36th Annual Lebanese Festival
June 10 – 12
This Festival is a great outdoor gathering of families, friends and neighbors for authentic Middle Eastern food, music, dance and culture. Traditional Lebanese foods such as falafel, shawarma (gyro), hummus, shish kabob, spinach pies, tabouhli, stuffed grape leaves and much more will be featured. In addition, there will be a large assortment of Middle Eastern pastries to indulge in. For entertainment, there will be live music featuring a different singer each day. There will also be dancing and folkloric performances along with raffles, prizes, souvenirs and games of chance. Because of the abundance of Middle Eastern cuisine, live music, dancing, and games, the Lebanese Festival is recognized as one of the most outstanding annual events in the community. People from throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the Tri-State region regularly attend.
St. Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church, 526 Easton Ave. Somerset, NJ
Cost: Free
Bloomfield Food Truck & Music Festival
June 10, 4PM – 10PM
Bloomfield Food Truck & Music Fest will feature 15 quality Food Trucks, Live Music, Beer, Sangria & Margarita Garden, Face Painting, hatchet throwing, petting zoo, Sand Art, Kids Activities, Vendors, a 50/50 and so much more!
St Thomas the Apostle Parking Lot, 50 Byrd Ave, Bloomfield, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under are 5 are free
Colonia Food Truck & Music Fest
June 11, 11AM – 7PM
15 gourmet food trucks, Live Music from County Comfort, Rock Bottom, vendors, beer, margarita & sangria garden, kid activities including pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, sand art, & so much more!
Food! Beer! Music! Fun! It’s a fun-filled family day! AND it’s a Benefit for St John Vianney Parish & School.
Bring your appetite, lawn chairs & Dine on excellent food. Dogs permitted!
St John Vianney Parking Lot in Colonia, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under are 5 are free
Mercer County Cultural Festival & Food Truck Rall
June 11, 11AM – 7PM
The Mercer County Cultural Festival & Food Truck Rally is a one-day festival celebrating the rich cultural diversity that makes up our beautiful county. Promoting diversity appreciation through live artist demonstrations, food trucks, craft vendors, beer garden and live traditional dance groups and bands. We have free inflatables to keep your youngsters busy and much more! The festival is FREE entrance and parking.
Mercer County Park Festival Grounds, 1665-1667 Mercerville-Edinburg Rd. West Windsor, NJ
Cost: Free
Asbury Refresh – Vintage, Oddities & One of a Kind Collectibles
June 11, 10AM – 3PM
REFRESH is a monthly celebration of all things vintage, oddities & one of a kind collectibles. Held on select Saturdays through the year where you can shop from our curated collection of over 50 vendors selling unique items & more.
Kennedy Park, 104 Grand Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Westfield Street Fair & Craft Show
June 11, 11AM – 5PM
Artists, Crafters, Vendors, Food, Rides, Live Music & more. Come on down for a day of family fun with original & interesting Arts & Crafts, shopping, kid’s rides and great FOOD!
Downtown Westfield, Westfield, NJ
SoHa Pride Fest
June 11, 12PM – 4PM
SoHa PRIDE Fest hosted by the SoHa Arts Building & Haddon Township in support of HTEI! Come out to the SoHa Arts Building and enjoy a day of art, music, crafts and so much more – all in the name of LOVE! Come out and show your spirit at the SoHa Arts Building. Enjoy a day of art, music, drags queens, local brews, rose all day and so much more – all in the name of LOVE!
1001 White Horse Pike Haddon Twp, NJ
Pet Palooza
June 11, 11AM – 7PM
Time for all of us to Bark in the Park! The Festival, together with Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter will be working to find forever homes for some amazing dogs and cats! Join between 15+ food vendors, live music, games in addition to the famous doggie agility course, pet fashion show, and more! activities for all ages.
161 Hanover Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: $4-$6, kids under 3 are free
Robbinsville Community Festival
June 11, 2PM- 9:30PM (rain date on June 12)
This family event features live music played from the main stage, a beer tent, food court, games, contests, bounce castles, rock-climbing wall, food trucks, a children’s train, and pony rides. The “Best of the Eagles” tribute band will take to the state at 7:00 p.m.
The grand finale wiill be the fireworks display at dusk.
Community Park, West Manor Way and Gordon Road, Robbinsville, NJ
Cherry Hill Mall Food Festival
June 11, 12PM – 6PM
100% proceeds from this event benefit children with autism. Come show your support! Free Food truck festival at the Cherry Hill Mall, Route 38 side of the mall across from the Apple store. Drive in with your family and friends, park your car, purchase your food, enjoy the music, Face painting, carnival games, and photo booth, and hang out. Bring your chairs and tailgate by your vehicle while listening to music and enjoying a wonderful selection of foods from around the globe.
Cherry Hill Mall Dr, Cherry Hill, NJ
Cost: Free
Sip into Summer Wine Festival
June 11 & 12, 12PM – 5PM
Summer sippin’ never tasted so good! Come kick off the start of summer at the Sip into Summer Wine Festival happening in Mullica Hill. Spend the day sipping and purchasing some of NJ’s best wines made right here in the Garden State. Wineries will be pouring everything from their seasonal best like light, refreshing white wines to bold, fruity sangria along with all of the traditional favorites.
Gloucester County 4H Fairgrounds, Mullica Hill, NJ
Cost: $20 Advance, $25 at the Gate (cash only). $5 non-drinker. 21 and under free
Paramus Food Truck Festival
June 12, 11AM – 7PM
Food! Beer! Music! Fun! It’s a fun filled family day! 20 Gourmet Food Trucks, pony rides, petting zoo, inflatables, knockerball, hatchet throwing, face painting, sand art, vendors & a beer, sangria & margarita garden music & more!. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, pups, friends, family, and blankets.
Paramus Park Mall, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under are 5 are free
Jewish Culture Festival
June 12, 10AM – 4PM
Celebrate Jewish culture with live music, dancing, food, games, vendors and more. This is an event for the entire family.
• Enjoy Jewish Music and Dance
• Play Children’s Games
• Create in the Kids Craft Station
• Shop for Crafts and Arts at our many Vendors
• Feast on Jewish Foods
• Drink in the Kosher Beer and Wine Garden
• Explore the culture of Judaism
2101 New Albany Road, Cinnaminson, NJ
Montvale Street Fair
June 12, 10AM – 5PM
The Montvale Chamber of Commerce is holding its 11th Annual Street Fair, one of the season’s most popular events. Over 150 quality exhibitors, a special arts & crafts section, a kid’s area, community section, 2 food courts and continuous live entertainment all day.
1 Paragon Drive, Montvale, NJ
Wildwoods Restaurant Week
June 12 – 16
Wildwoods Restaurant Week is back! Enjoy a 4 course dinner for $40 per person plus tax & gratuity at participating restaurants. A second Restaurant Week will take place in September
Downtown Wildwood Wildwood, NJ