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Rides, food, and more family-friendly fun await at the Monmouth County Fair. Photo courtesy of the event
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6/30/24 - By Laurie Rein

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this July? Here are all the family-friendly events and activities you should add to your list from fireworks and the 4th of July to summer fun all month long.

July's sizzling roster is jam-packed with festivals, fireworks, sandcastles, and everything summer has to offer. Get your fill of rides, entertainment, and attractions at the five-day Monmouth County Fair. And revel in Independence Day fun at Long Branch's annual Oceanfest. 

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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Top Things To Do in New Jersey this July with Kids

L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair at Mercer County Park

West Windsor
Daily through Sunday, July 7, 2024
Summer fun awaits at L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair at Mercer County Park with food, rides and entertainment. Plus, don't miss performances by Anastasini Circus. READ MORE

Meet & Greets at Casino Pier

Seaside Heights – FREE
Mondays from July 1-August 26, 2024
Bring the little ones to Casino Pier every Monday for free character appearances, including Bluey and the Trolls. READ MORE

Camden Waterfront Freedom Festival

Camden – FREE
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Celebrate Independence Day at the Freedom Festival, presented by the Camden County Board of Freeholders and the City of Camden. Families can expect patriotic fun, live music, and an amazing fireworks show over the Delaware River. READ MORE

Oceanfest in Long Branch

Long Branch – FREE
Thursday, July 4, 2024
All are invited to the 32nd annual Oceanfest, an all-day, family-friendly festival that brings together the most memorable sights, sounds and sensations of the summer season. Oceanfest combines community and cultural events and tops off with spectacular fireworks. READ MORE

Cumberland County Fair

Millville
Tuesday, July 9-Saturday, July 13, 2024
The Cumberland County Fair is back and promises something for everyone. The fair features five days and nights of old-fashioned family fun. Fairgoers enjoy amusement rides, games, entertainment, and more. READ MORE

Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival- CANCELED

Wildwood Crest – FREE
Friday, July 12, 2024
(Canceled due to weather) Serious sand lovers can grab a pail, shovel, and other tools and head to the beach at Wildwood Crest for the town's annual sand sculpture festival. This ultimate summer event is worth checking out even if you don't want to compete.  READ MORE

30th Haddonfield Crafts & Fine Art Festival

Haddonfield – FREE
Saturday, July 13-Sunday, July 14, 2024
Stroll through Downtown Haddonfield and check out crafts, outdoor cafes, music, and more at the 30th edition of this annual festival. READ MORE

Fanwood Summer FanJam

Fanwood – FREE
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Rock out to live music from local bands, along with a classic car show, food trucks, and more at this Fanwood music festival. READ MORE

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast & Fireworks

Berkeley Heights
Friday, July 12-Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Five days of rides, games, food, entertainment and more can be found at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast & Fireworks. Fireworks take place on Monday and Tuesday. READ MORE

Anglesea Blues Festival

North Wildwood
Friday, July 12-Sunday, July 14, 2024
All are invited to enjoy blues music and delicious barbecue at the Anglesea Blues Festival in beautiful North Wildwood. The festival features both national and regional blues musicians and is held in conjunction with the New Jersey State Barbecue Championship. READ MORE

Blueberry Bash at Terhune Orchards

Princeton
Saturday, July 13-Sunday, July 14, 2024
Terhune Orchards celebrates everything blueberry with music, puppets, barnyard fun and, of course, blueberry treats. READ MORE

Maplewoodstock

Maplewood – FREE
Saturday, July 13-Sunday, July 14, 2024
Maplewoodstock is a two day festival featuring local music and arts in Memorial Park. The whole family is invited to enjoy food and arts vendors, a Kid Zone area, and regional and national music acts. READ MORE

Butterfly Festival at National Park

National Park – FREE
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Beautiful butterflies are the spotlight of this festival at Red Bank Battlefield National Park. The fun includes tours of the butterfly house, free classes, a bug parade and other activities. READ MORE

Hackettstown Street Fair

Hackettstown – FREE
Sunday, July 21, 2024
Celebrate the annual Hackettstown Street Fair on Main Street, featuring artisans and crafters, vendors, live entertainment, food and more. READ MORE

Christmas in July at Jenkinson's

Point Pleasant – FREE
Tuesday, July 23-Thursday, July 24, 2024
Santa Claus is coming to the shore in July! Take photos with Santa and enjoy a stroll, storytime, diving Santa and a holiday show. READ MORE

Monmouth County Fair

Freehold
Wednesday, July 24-Sunday, July 28, 2024
The 49th annual Monmouth County Fair features exciting shows, thrilling rides, delicious food, and so much more. READ MORE

The Official Who Was? Ultimate Fan Experience at The Curious Reader

Glen Rock – FREE
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Follow along as the Who Was? Fan Experience travels the East Coast this summer, bringing trivia challenges, giveaways, a costume contest, and more to bookstores. Events invite kids and families to show off their history knowledge, celebrate their favorite icons, make their voices heard, and get hooked on history. READ MORE

86th Annual Warren County Farmers’ Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival

Phillipsburg
Saturday, July 27-Saturday, August 3, 2024
Celebrating its 86th year, the Warren County Farmers’ Fair, featuring the Hot Air Balloon Festival, provides family entertainment for the whole community. The fair is a place that delights everyone, from grandparents to the grandkids. READ MORE

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