Best Street Fairs and Summer Festivals in NJ this August

The Middlesex County Fair has been a fun family tradition for 80 years. Photo courtesy of the fair
The Middlesex County Fair has been a fun family tradition for 80 years. Photo courtesy of the fair
7/26/24 - By Laurie Rein

The number and variety of New Jersey street fairs and summer festivals in August make for a month-long party. The New Jersey State Fair: Sussex County Farm & Horse Show is one of many August favorites, boasting live entertainment, rides, food, and horses. Plus, kick back to music, crafts, boat rides, and more at Canal Day Music & Craft Festival.

Read on for our top picks, and find more ways to make the most of August with our Summer Fun Guide for New Jersey Kids and our ideas for the best things to do all month long.

As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including address and time.

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