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| Summer Festivals of Fun in the Garden State Trenton, N.J. (June14, 2004)—Summer is definitely the time to come to New Jersey to experience spectacular fairs and festivals. From celebrations of the Jersey blueberry to beachside festivities to multicultural gatherings, these events provide a vast array of unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation and plain family fun. "Summertime in New Jersey provides a stellar list of activities for both residents and visitors alike to discover and enjoy," says Nancy Byrne, executive director of the New Jersey Office of Travel & Tourism. Highlights this year include: June 17 –July 4: State Fair Meadowlands, East Rutherford. Located in the Giants Stadium parking lot, State Fair Meadowlands has everything from rides and sizzling stage shows to captivating circus acts and electrifying X-treme encounters. For more information, contact (973) 450-1070. June 19: Pathmark Multicultural Arts Festival, Wayne. This 15th annual event continues to bring families and communities together to celebrate ethnic cultures. Professional singers, dancers and instrumentalists join with talented youngsters in free performances. Free samples and prizes add to the fun. (866) 894-1812 June 26: Seafood and Music Festival, Tuckerton. The Tuckerton Seaport hosts this annual event featuring fresh seafood, live music and crafts and children's activities. For more information, contact (609) 296-8868 or www.Tuckertonseaport.org June 26: Annual Whitesbog Blueberry Festival in Historic Whitesbog Village. This old-fashioned festival features all things blueberry as well as Pinelands folk music, foods, country crafts. For information, contact (609) 893-4646 or www.whitesbog.org. June 27: The 34th Annual Irish Festival (Garden State Pkwy Exit 116), Holmdel. This Irish Festival is one of the largest in New Jersey. The day consists of Piping Competition, Irish dancers, Irish rock music, as well as traditional Irish music and Irish food, crafts and culture. For information, contact (732) 442-9200. June 27: Red White and Blueberry Festival, Hammonton. Enjoy the state’s official state fruit at this festival and classic auto show complete with pies, muffins, blueberry water-ice and pie eating contest! For more information, contact (609) 561-2581. June 29-30: International Food & Music Festival, Riley Park, Bradley Beach. Experience a taste of the Jersey Shore with great food, music, plus activities for children. For information, contact (732) 946-2711. July 3: Whale of a Day Family Festival, Cape May. This annual street festival features live entertainment, food, activities for children as well as more than 100 antique and craft vendors and a community flea market. For information, contact (609) 889-0571. July 7: 18th Annual NJ Sandcastle Contest (18th Avenue & Ocean Avenue) Belmar. A premier family event in New Jersey for all sandcastle builders and sand sculptors with prizes in five categories. For information, contact (732) 863 -1900. July 9-11: N.J. State Barbeque Championship, North Wildwood.
Enjoy lip smacking barbecue & smoking hot blues at this annual outdoor
festival featuring continuous live entertainment, crafters, car show and
competition barbecue. For information contact July 9-11: Anglesea Blues Festival, North Wildwood. Held in conjunction with the New Jersey State Barbecue Championship, visitors will enjoy this national and regional blues musicians featured on a free outdoor stage in the Anglesea Entertainment District. For information call (609) 523-6565 or www.angleseablues.com. July 12-13: JazzFest 2004, Madison. Fairleigh Dickinson
University provides the backdrop for this 12-event jazz picnic from Bix
to Bop and Beyond. Contact July 17: Night in Venice, Ocean City. Join residents for a lighted boat parade, which starts at 6:30pm from the foot of the Longport Bridge to Tennessee Avenue along the bay. For information contact (609) 525-9300. July 20-26: St. Ann's Feast and Italian Street Festival, Hoboken. This huge seven-day street festival of diverse foods, games and kiddie rides is held annually at the Church of St. Ann. For information, contact (201) 659-1114 or www.st-annchurch.com. July 23-25: QuikCheck Festival of Ballooning, (Solberg Airport) Readington. Celebrate the magic of ballooning at this family-oriented festival that includes big name concerts, entertainment and 125 hot air balloons! For information, contact (800) HOTAIR9. July 25: 2nd Annual NJ State Ice Cream Festival, Toms River. Whatever the flavor, come enjoy homemade and name brands of the frosty dessert. Music and children's entertainment also provided. Contact (732) 0341-8738 or www.icecreamfest.com for information. July 27: 29th Annual Festival of the Sea, Brant Beach. Fun for all ages at this annual summer carnival that includes rides, food, games and much, much more! For additional information, contact (609) 494-8861. July 31: Hambletonian Parade and Festival, Rutherford. Enjoy an old fashioned parade as Downtown Rutherford kicks-off this annual horse racing event with lots of horses on Saturday morning, followed by a festival of afternoon activities for young and old alike. Contact (201) 460-3000 for more information. August 1: Italian Festival & Craft Show, Egg Harbor City. Renault Winery hosts this annual event that features crafters, music and plenty of pasta, pasta, pasta! For more information, contact (609) 965-2111 or www.renaultwinery.com. August 5-9: Clamfest in the Highlands. Huddy Park is the site where thousands gather of to experience Jersey Fresh seafood and clam shucking. Contact (732) 946-2711 or www.highlandsnj.com for more information. August 7: 20th Annual Peaches-N-Cream Festival, Bridgeton. Things are just peachy at this annual festival, which highlights plenty of peach desserts and fresh peaches. Entertainment, pony rides and an antique carriage & buggy display are also featured. For information, contact (856) 451-2188. August 8: 20th Annual Vineland Jersey Fresh Festival. (Giampietro Park). Food, Fun and Farming are on the menu here with a produce auction of locally grown fruits and vegetables. For information, contact (856) 794-4077, ext. 4633. August 9-14: 16th Annual Pine Barrens Festival, Vincentown. Annual Festival includes rides, games, fireworks, family events and nightly entertainment. For additional information, contact (609) 268-8383. August 14-15: Anderson House 8th Annual Seafood Festival, Flemington. Families will delight in delicious seafood, a Crafter's Village, pony rides and plenty of activities and live entertainment. For information, contact (908) 534-5818. August 16: Festival of Lights, Burlington: Activity filled day that includes a 5K River Run, craft booths, outdoor concert, lighted boat parade and concludes with fireworks. Contact (609) 386-4070 for additional information. September 4: 10th Annual Manahawkin Good Ol' Days Festival, Manahawkin. Get ready for a day filled with crafts, antiques, a historic battle reenactment, tours and lots of entertainment and foods. For information contact (609) 597-1000 or www.telecottage.com/staffordhist. September 4-5: Rockin' Oldies Wine Festival, (Waterloo Village) Stanhope. New Jersey wineries offer samples of more than 200 kinds of wine. The day also features live oldies, music, gourmet delights, crafts and kids activities. For information call (609) 588-0085 or www.newjerseywines.com. September 11: Lavallette Heritage Day Festival, Lavallette. An all-day festival with more than 200 vendors, a food fest, rides, live bands and kiddie games. For information call (732) 793-3652. September 11: African American Festival, (PNC Arts Center) Holmdel. The 17th Annual African American Arts and Heritage Festival provides a great family outing that features a gospel show, rhythm and blues and jazz, youth games, cultural exhibits delicious ethnic foods and crafts. For additional information call (732) 442-9200 or www.artscenter.com. For more information on events, log on to www.visitnj.org to see what’s happening around the Garden State this summer. Or contact 800-VISITNJ (847-4865) to order a copy of the 2004 New Jersey Travel Guide. |
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