Putt for Pets
18 Holes of FUN! Join the Animal Welfare Association for our annual Putt for Pets. $10 for a round of mini golf and a water ice the weekend of August…
$10
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Events for August 9, 2025
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Atlantic County 4-H Fair
It’s not a fair without a car show, baby parade, pet parade, and pie-eating contest. Bring the whole family to see animals, listen to live music, and participate in hands-on…
Middlesex County Fair
The Middlesex County Fair is a popular stop for summer family fun, where you can explore the county’s rich agricultural heritage, learn a new craft, sample some fair food, and…
49th Annual Ocean Italian Festival
The annual Ocean Township Italian-American Festival celebrates Italian heritage and culture. Enjoy yummy authentic Italian food and check out the carnival rides, raffles, food-eating contests, and more. This beloved festival…
Monster Jam
Where else can you see 12,000-pound monster trucks backflip and race at the hands of trained world-class athletes? If thrills and awe-inspiring trucks get your kid revved up, then the…
Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford
Head to Historic Walnford and see the 19th-century gristmill in action. Each demonstration will last about 15 minutes, and while you’re there, take a walk around the historic site. Cost:…
? Big Fun & a Sweet Send-off to Summer in Eatontown!
Summer celebration & BIG smiles await you! Join Bierman Autism Centers in Eatontown on Saturday, August 9, for a FREE, sensory-friendly End-of-Summer Bash designed especially for children with autism ages…
Free
Sunflower Festival
Spend the day frolicking in the sunflower and zinnia fields. There are many unique photo ops throughout the field making each moment picture perfect. Make sure to bring your camera…
$18
Sunflower Festival at Von Thun Farms
Sunflower season is here, and the Von Thun Farms Sunflower Festival is a seasonal highlight. The festival will feature food trucks, beer and wine for adults, live music, the Sunflower…
Gotham FC vs. Washington Spirit
Get ready—Gotham FC takes on the Washington Spirit in a special Rivalry Weekend match on Saturday, August 9, at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ. The highly anticipated game falls…
Summer Splash Day
Beat the heat and get ready to spend the day in the water. There will be water slides, bounce houses, games, a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and more.…
LUMIA: A Futuristic Cirque Show!
Discover the future with LUMIA: A Futuristic Cirque Show! This groundbreaking production redefines the boundaries of technology and entertainment, blending breathtaking acrobatics with the latest advancements in visual technology. LUMIA…
$39 – $71
New Brunswick Heart Festival
FREE OUTDOOR FESTIVAL! Sat, August 9, 2025 from 2pm-6pm This annual FREE outdoor family-friendly festival celebrates the vibrant arts and history of New Brunswick and Middlesex County. The festival features…
free
August Planetarium Shows
Longo Planetarium 214 Center Grove Rd, RandolphLAST CHANCE TO VOYAGE TO MARS AND PLUTO! The Longo Planetarium's schedule has been extended through August. The planetarium is featuring three great shows, including programs about Mars and Pluto.…
$10
New Brunswick Heart Festival
This annual outdoor festival will include live music, dance instruction, an Arts Market, craft vendors, face painting, and free arts and crafts activities. Cost: Free State Theatre New Jersey, 15…
Saltwater Day
Gather your crew and head to this event where you’ll find bands, vendors, rides, a fireworks show, and a beer garden for the adults. Rain date is August 10. Cost:…
Grow it Green Morristown’s Tyke Time – Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
Grow it Green Morristown Urban Farm 31 Hazel Street, MorristownOne-hour, teacher-led classes encourage curiosity and exploration at our beautiful Urban Farm on Thursdays and Saturdays from June through August. Children 2-5 years old meet our farmers, chat with our…
$12
Assumption Festival
Round up the family and spend the night enjoying games, rides, delicious food, and beverages. And don’t miss the gorgeous fireworks display. Cost: Free Arbolino Park, 41-93 Koclas Drive, Landing,…
Movies in the Park
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a movie under the stars with the family. This event will feature Moana 2. Cost: Free Carteret Park, Carter Avenue & Cypress…