It’s June, and we’re all set for summer fun, especially all the FREE things to do this month that celebrate the season. Grab your beach towel and chairs, and kick off a summer of Movies on the Beach in Point Pleasant, grab your fishing poles and head to the Kids Fishing Derby in Pemberton, or gather your crew and take a trip to Deep Cut Gardens for an open house in Middletown. And for more spring fun, check out everything on our seasonal bucket list. (Featured photo credit: Jenkinson’s Boardwalk)
(Note: It’s always best to check ahead for in-person events.)
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 42nd Annual Greek Festival
June 4-7
Bring the whole family to watch Greek dance performances and fireworks on Thursday and Sunday nights. There will even be amusement rides (for a fee), Greek food, and free parking.
Cost: Free
7004 Ridge Avenue, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Deep Cut Gardens Open House
June 6 at 10 AM
Gather your crew and head to Deep Cut Gardens for an open house. There, you can enjoy tours, demonstrations, drop-in activities for children, and more.
Cost: Free
Deep Cut Gardens, 152 Red Hill Road, Middletown, NJ 07748
West Orange Street Fair
June 6 at 11 AM
Join one of the biggest events of the year in West Orange. The Street Fair features local crafters, food from local vendors, street performers, a classic car show, a beer and wine garden, a rock-climbing wall, free all-day admission to the Thomas Edison Museum, and more. There will also be a kick-off for the FIFA World Cup with interactive games and giveaways, all celebrating the event.
Cost: Free
Downtown West Orange, NJ 07052
Old Time Baseball Game
June 6 at 10 AM
Watch Howell Farm’s two teams play by 19th-century Town Ball rules and invite visitors of all ages to step up to the plate as “Striker” and face off against the “Thrower.” There will also be a baseball scavenger hunt for the kids at 11 AM.
Howell Living History Farm, 70 Woodens Ln, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Kids Fishing Derby
June 6 at 9 AM
The early bird gets the worm at this fishing derby, which includes a free lunch and a casting contest for kids. There will also be awards and goodie bags. The event is open to ages 2-15.
Cost: Free
500 Pemberton Brown Mills Road, Pemberton, NJ 08068
West Cape May Strawberry Festival
June 6 at 9 AM
Get ready for a delicious festival that’s about all things strawberry. There will be local artisan vendors, live music, food, and, of course—strawberries. The rain date is June 7.
Cost: Free
Backyard Park, 732 Broadway, West Cape May, NJ 08204
Haddonfield Skirmish
June 6 at 9 AM
The British will invade Haddonfield just like they did 250 years ago and face opposition from the Continental troops in this reenactment. There will be a Yelling contest, colonial dancing, and character reenactors. Festivities start at 9 AM, and the skirmish begins at 2 PM.
Cost: Free
233 Kings Highway East, Haddonfield, NJ 08033
Annual Hungarian Festival
June 6 at 11 AM
Where else can you see a folk dance performance, participate in cultural programs, and sample Hungarian foods? The Hungarian Festival has vendors, exhibits, live music, and folk art for the whole family to enjoy.
Cost: Free
Somerset Street in New Brunswick from Bethany to Division Streets, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Summerfest in the Park
June 6 at 11 AM
It’s the annual Summerfest in the Park—featuring live music, food trucks, craft vendors, and inflatables for the kids. The rain date is June 7.
Cost: Free
Point Pleasant Community Park, 2255 Bridge Ave., Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
Westfield Street Fair
June 6 at 11 AM
Head to downtown Westfield for a day of live music, a DJ, dancing, children’s rides, games, and something for the whole family.
Cost: Free
Downtown Westfield, NJ 07090
Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford
June 6-7, times vary
Watch the 19th-century historic Gristmill in action. Each free demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes.
Cost: Free
62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ 08501
Jersey City Night Market
June 7 at 3 PM
Try delicious international food, enjoy music from a DJ, and shop from artists and artisans at this family-friendly event.
Cost: Free
179 Montgomery Street, Jersey City,07302
Garwood Rocks
June 7 at 11 AM
Bring the whole family out for live music, classic cars, food trucks, a beer-and-wine garden, and fun for everyone.
Cost: Free
Center St., Garwood, NJ 07027
Jersey Pride – 34th NJ Annual Statewide LGBTQ Pride Parade
June 7 at 12 PM
It’s New Jersey’s annual statewide LGBTQ pride celebration with a free parade of entertainment and headline performers that kicks off at noon. After, join the festival (a $10 entrance fee), and don’t forget to bring a non-perishable item for the food drive.
The parade route begins at Town Hall and continues to Cookman to Grand to Sunset to the festival grounds at Sunset and Ocean, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Fair Lawn Street Fair
June 7 at 11 AM
Everyone will enjoy a day outdoors in Fair Lawn with live music, a DJ, crafters, vendors, and more.
Cost: Free
Downtown Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Stafford Township Founders Day 2026
June 13 at 10 AM
Watch the parade, then head to the festivities, where the whole family will have a ball. There will be food trucks, inflatables, mechanical rides, entertainment by Ridgemont High, and more. The day ends with a fireworks display at dusk.
Cost: Free
Starts at Stafford Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Robbinsville Community Festival
June 13 at 2 PM
Spend the day listening to live music and checking out the kids’ play zone, games, contests, a trackless train, pony rides, and a chocolate-eating contest. Don’t miss the fireworks at 9 PM. The rain date is June 14.
Cost: Free admission
Community Park.- West Manor Way and Gordon Road, Robbinsville, NJ 08691
The Sustainably Green Music and Arts Festival
June 13 at 10 AM
Learn how to be more sustainable at this festival, featuring live music, arts-and-crafts vendors, shopping, kids’ activities, and more for the whole family.
Cost: Free
Washington Borough Business Improvement District – 21 Belvidere Ave. Washington, NJ 07882
Blueberry Summer Fest
June 19, 27, and July 3, 11
Pick blueberries, take a wagon ride, enjoy locally made blueberry pies, donuts, and cakes, tour the home of The Blueberry Queen, Elizabeth Coleman White, and shop with handmade vendors while listening to music on the Whitesbog stage.
Cost: no fee, but donations are appreciated.
Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 West Whites Bog Road #34, Browns Mills, NJ 08015
Summer Solstice Music Festival
June 19 at 4 PM
It’s the official start of summer in Haddon Township. Live music, food trucks, strolling entertainment, a petting zoo, a beer garden, and a giant fun slide.
Cost: Free
Haddon Avenue between Strawbridge Avenue & Cooper Street, Haddon Township, NJ 08108
Skimmer Festival
June 20 at 9 AM
The festival will begin with a Seaside Vendor Craft Market along the oceanfront Promenade, and the Skimmer Food Court will be open in front of Excursion Park. Inside Excursion Park, there will be live music and free family activities. There will also be free amusement rides from 10 AM to 4 PM.
Cost: Free
Oceanfront Promenade and Excursion Park at JFK Boulevard and Pleasure Avenue, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
Jenkinson’s Movies on the Beach
Tuesdays starting June 23
Grab your beach towel and chairs and kick off a summer of free movies on the beach at Jenkinson’s. The first film is Lilo & Stitch, and over the summer, there are more family-friendly flicks like The Santa Claus and Super Mario Galaxy.
Cost: Free
300 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Margate Beachstock
June 27 at 8 AM
Head to the beach for a full day of family fun. Enjoy live music, free surf, kite lessons, children’s activities, new food vendors, and more. This event will feature the Red Bull Foam Wreckers Soft Board Surf Classic, fun environmental, educational, interactive activities, and live music. The rain date is June 28.
Between Granville and Huntington Avenues, Margate, NJ 08402
Terhune Orchard’s Blueberry Bash
June 27-28 at 10 AM
Celebrate everything blueberry with tons of family fun all weekend long. From a pupper theatre and bubble fun to picking blueberries and saying hello to the barnyard friends.
Cost: Free to enter
Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
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