Events

15th Annual Riker Danzig 10K Race @ Newport Town Square Park

May 5 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

Registration is now open for the 15th Annual Riker Danzig 10K Race happening on May 5 in Newport. The beautiful, flat course takes runners through the bustling downtown Newport neighborhood, along the scenic Hudson River Waterfront Walkway with its spectacular views of the New York City skyline, and finally wraps up in the Newport Town Square. The event will feature raffles and giveaways from Newport hotspots, as well as refreshments from neighborhood vendors including NJ Beer Company, which will be serving post-race brews at Komegashi Too. Last year, close to 2,000 runners participated in the run, and this year’s race aims to raise over $5,000 for the area’s only not-for-profit hospital and regional trauma center, RWJ Barnabas Health Jersey City Medical Center. Nearly $16,000 will be given out in prize money to top runners in a range of categories. Register either for the Newport Double (which includes the 10K plus the Half-Marathon race in September) for $77, or for the 10K race alone, which costs $30 if you register by April 5 (and $33 after that until race day). For more information and to register, visit newport10k.com.

Categories: Celebration Community Competition Donation Exercise Fitness Fundraiser Health Outdoors

Camp Burton at Allaire, 1929 @ Historic Village at Allaire

May 5 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Come to The Historic Village at Allaire this spring to learn about some of Allaire’s history at Camp Burton! You will learn how the Boy Scouts of America and others have utilized this camp throughout history through exploration of the camp, as well as craft demonstrations, games, and demonstrations of life saving skills to name a few.

Categories: Community Crafts Entertainment Family Games History Monmouth Museum Outdoors Shopping Spring

May

11

Fri

Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day @ Allaire Community Farm

May 11 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Come join the Allaire Community Farm and the Monmouth County Children’s System of Care Partners,at Allaire Community Farm in Wall Township, to promote National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day 2018.

Learn about how to utilize various resources to help get support for children with mental health needs.

Music, Games, Petting Zoo, Hayrides, and various Mental Health & Wellness agencies providing information and activities throughout the day.

Categories: Charity Games Musical Pets

May

19

HOW Booth- Armed Forces Day Fly-In @ Monmouth Jet Center

May 19 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Come to the Monmouth Jet Center this May to help Veterans learn about the various programs available to them. Veterans and volunteers welcome, plus food, music, and aviation will be showcased at this FREE event.

Categories: Educational Food Military Monmouth Music

Jun

9

24 HOURS OF CROSSFIT @ Full Dimension CrossFit

Jun 9 – Jun 10 all-day

Full Dimension Crossfit will be hosting “24 hours of CrossFit” this June to benefit the Boys and Girls club of Monmouth County. 24 unique workouts will be presented to teams of six people, one workout per hour for each person on the team.

Food and merchandise will be avalaiable and tickets are limited to the first 20 teams that register!

Categories: Exercise Fitness Food Fundraiser Health Monmouth Shopping

Jul

2

Mon

Greg Carter’s European Hockey Camp @ New Jersey Shore Arena

Jul 2 – Jul 6 all-day

Attention youth hockey players, come to the “New Jersey Shore Arena” this summer for a transformative experience at the Greg Carter European Hockey Camp, running from July 2nd to July 6th. Emphasis will be placed on edge control, agility, technique, and puck control which are all core skills to great hockey players!

Categories: Fitness Kids Monmouth Sports

4

Annual Craft Beer & Crab Festival @ Emlen Physick Estate

Aug 4 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Come to the beautiful grounds of the Physick Estate and experience what CBS NY named one of New Jersey’s Top Five Summer Festivals! This all-day festival features local craft beers to wash down favorite summer picnic foods such as steamed crabs, crab cakes, steamed shrimp, pulled pork, and more. Enjoy live music all day on the outdoor stage. Have fun with jugglers and acrobats, crafts and food vendors, a farmers’ market and more. Admission to the grounds is free. There will be a charge for food, beverages and some activities. Bring home a commemorative pint glass or T-shirt.

Presented by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC).Proceeds benefit MAC’s educational outreach programs Additional information is available online or by calling. .

Categories: 21 Adult Celebration Community Crafts Entertainment Family Food Games Music Outdoors

Just Peachy Festival @ Terhune Orchards

Aug 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Celebrate Jersey Fresh and one of our state’s favorite fruits by joining us for our annual Just Peachy Festival on August 4 & 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The weekend will be filled with plenty of activities for kids, including a ride through the orchards on our tractor-drawn wagons, pony rides, face painting, games and barnyard fun. On Sunday Aug. 5, Schafer’s Sports Center will be here with an interactive tumbling fun area. Enjoy live music each day noon-4pm.

Our “Summer Harvest Farm-to-Fork Tasting” features talented local chefs who will prepare creative dishes using peaches and produce from Terhune Orchards. Visitors can enjoy this special tasting event on Saturday and Sunday from 12-4 p.m. or as supplies last in our big red barn. The special tasting section is $12 per person. *Restaurant line-up TBD

Cooking demonstrations and lively discussions will be held on both days at 2 p.m. with two very special guest presenters. You will love the internationally inflected, peachy inspiration from these fun and tasty programs.

Categories: Celebration Community Crafts Entertainment Family Festival Food Games Kids Music Outdoors

5

Sun

Just Peachy Festival @ Terhune Orchards

Aug 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Celebrate Jersey Fresh and one of our state’s favorite fruits by joining us for our annual Just Peachy Festival on August 4 & 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The weekend will be filled with plenty of activities for kids, including a ride through the orchards on our tractor-drawn wagons, pony rides, face painting, games and barnyard fun. On Sunday Aug. 5, Schafer’s Sports Center will be here with an interactive tumbling fun area. Enjoy live music each day noon-4pm.

Our “Summer Harvest Farm-to-Fork Tasting” features talented local chefs who will prepare creative dishes using peaches and produce from Terhune Orchards. Visitors can enjoy this special tasting event on Saturday and Sunday from 12-4 p.m. or as supplies last in our big red barn. The special tasting section is $12 per person. *Restaurant line-up TBD

Cooking demonstrations and lively discussions will be held on both days at 2 p.m. with two very special guest presenters. You will love the internationally inflected, peachy inspiration from these fun and tasty programs.

Categories: Celebration Community Crafts Entertainment Family Festival Food Games Kids Music Outdoors

National Sisters Day @ Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach

Aug 5 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Happy National Sisters Day! Grab your sis and come enjoy the waterpark! Buy One, Get One Waterpark Admission Free! Valid only 11am-3pm. Limit one sister per sister per offer. Cannot be combined with any coupon, Easter cards, discounts or other offers.

Categories: Celebration Community Entertainment Family Games Kids Ocean County Outdoors Play

7

Tue

National Night Out Against Crime @ Windward Beach Park

Aug 7 @ 6:00 pm

National Night Out Against Crime & Kids Day Celebration This event features police exhibits and demonstrations, games, information from kids groups and organizations, the Police Camp Graduation and more for the whole family.

Categories: Community Educational Family Games Kids

18

Asbury Park Surf Music Festival 2018 @ The Anchors Bend

Aug 18 @ 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Come to The Anchor’s Bend this summer for the 5th year of Asbury Park Surf Music Festival!

The USA’s #1 surf and music event will feature food, drinks, games, and more in addition to all of the surfing fun and live music!

Categories: 21 Adult Asbury Park Beach Food Games Party Shopping

Sep

9

Sun

Paws in the Park @ Breakwater Beach Waterpark

Sep 9 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Bring your four-legged friend out for a fun-filled day of splashing & playing! Sunday, September 9th, 3pm – 5pm. Rabies tag & license required. The Bordatella vaccine (for Kennel Cough-recommended by veterinarians anytime dogs intermingle for a length of time), must be given at least 48 hours prior to this event in order for the vaccine to be effective. Rabies tag is NOT acceptable proof. All dogs must have a collar and a leash must be on hand by owner. Limit one dog per handler, NO aggressive dogs allowed (any dog exhibiting aggressive behavior will be required to leave with no refund). Every owner takes full responsibility for his or her dog at all times. Every owner must provide proof of vaccinations and license within 24 hours upon request. Advance ticket (not receipt) is required for entry. Swimming is for dogs only. Humans should not enter the water past knee depth. No puppies under 6 months of age are allowed. Female dogs in season are not allowed. Paws in the Park will be held rain or shine!

This is a Special Event, not a waterpark admission. Easter passes, coupons, specials and discounts are not valid for admission to this event. Admission is $20 per dog, $10 per handler, and extra guests are $10 each, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the local SPCA.

Categories: Community Educational Entertainment Exercise Family Games History Inspirational speaker Kids Outdoors Pets Play

Oct

21

Sun

John R. Elliott Hero Walk & 5k Run @ Sports & Civic Center

Oct 21 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Hero 5k run will take place at 9:30am. Hero ceremonies are at 10:30am. The walk is a 5k walk along the Ocean City boardwalk. We raise awareness of the importance of sober designated drivers. Registration begins at 8:30am at the Sports & Civic Center, 6^th & Boardwalk. For more information visit www.herocampaign.org or call 609-626-3880.

Categories: Charity Community Exercise Fitness Fundraiser Ocean County Outdoors

Nov

3

Trail of Two Cities – Run/Walk

Nov 3 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

A 5-kilometer (3.1 miles) point-to-point race over the 9^th Street Bridge from Ocean City to Somers Point.

Registration: 7 a.m.

Run/Walk Start: 8 a.m.
Start is 10^th & Haven at the Ocean City Transportation Center. Finish in Kennedy Park in Somers Point.

ONLINE Registration – Click Here (Online ends Wednesday, Oct 31 10:00 PM)

Sorry: No Pets, Skateboards, Bikes or Rollerblades

$25 Registration: No Mail in registration after 10/27/18 online registration until 10/31/18

$30 Race Day Registration: 10th & Haven Ave. Transportation Center. 7:00AM – 7:45AM

Race shirts guaranteed to Pre-registered entrants

Walkers times will not be posted in race results. Check the timing clock at the finishline for your official time.

Family of Four Rate: $75 Immediate families of up to 4 people. Same household. Families must be pre-registered. Separate registration forms are required for each family participant and mailed in together.

Entry Fee is non refundable & non transferable

Pre-Packet Pick up: (strongly encouraged)
Pick up your race # and race shirt and see you on the starting line!
Friday, Nov 2, 2018 9:00AM – 7:00PM
Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center, 1735 Simpson Ave. (609) 398-6900

Race Day Pick Up:
Saturday, 11/3/18 7:00AM – 7:45AM
10^th & Haven Transportation Center

Awards:
1^st Overall Male and Female
Age Group: Top 3, 8 & under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over
Awards ceremony is held at Kennedy Park in Somers Pt. at the finish.

Transportation is provided to Ocean City from Somers Pt before the race. 7:30AM is the last bus leaving from Kennedy Park in SP to bring to the Start line in OC. There are also buses from Somers Pt. back to Ocean City after the race.

Register Now!
Online ends Wednesday, Oct 31st – 10:00PM
Mail-in registration ends 10/27/18

Categories: Charity Community Donation Entertainment Exercise Family Fitness Fundraiser Ocean County Outdoors Spring

Nov

12

Mon

Veterans Day Ceremony @ New Jersey Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial

Nov 12 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Please join us for our annual ceremony at 11:00. In addition to honoring our Veterans, we will induct Vietnam Veterans into our In Memory Program.

The Museum will remain open until 4:00 PM following the ceremony.

Categories: Celebration Community Holiday Military

Nov

22

Thu

11th annual Fast & Furriest 5k Turkey Trot

Nov 22 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

Down the “beautiful” OC Boardwalk. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Ocean City. For more information call 609-398-9500 ext. 4 or visit www.hsocnj.org

Categories: Exercise Family Fitness Ocean County Outdoors Sports

Dec

12

Wed

Speed Dating at Johnny Mac Bar in Asbury Park NJ

Dec 12 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 13 @ 3:00 am

Come and enjoy a good night of Speed Dating at Johnny Mac House of Spirits bar! Maybe you can find your soul mate or you can win a $50 giftcard at Kim Marie’s Eat n’ Drink Away by playing skeeball with your matches! Come join us for speed dating every second wednesday of every month

Categories: 21 Adult Drinks Entertainment Food Games

Dec

19

Wed

Wednesday Trivia Night, iPlay America, Freehold, NJ

Dec 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come to Game Time Bar and Grill inside Freehold iPlay America for some cheap wings and beer! Wings start at $0.50 for boneless and Yuengling drafts for only $2.00. This is a great event to spark up some friendly competition over some good food, so join the fun during Trivia Night at iPlay Americas own Game Time Bar and Grill.

Categories: 21 Adult Drinks Entertainment Food Games

Feb

9

ASBURY PARK BAZAAR VALENTINE’S 2019 @ Asbury Park Convention Hall

Feb 9 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Fall in love in a galaxy by the beach! Grab your Valentine, family and friends and join us in the Grand Arcade of Convention Hall in Asbury Park! We’ve curated a Valentine’s Bazaar featuring the best in local and regional vendors selling goods and gifts hand made with love.

Vendors will be selling gifts ranging from handcrafted jewelry, art, home goods, and chocolates for your Valentine’s Day sweetheart. Pick up gorgeous flower bouquets from Faye + Renee or make your own at their Flower Bar.

Make it a date! Join us at The Anchor’s Bend for a delicious lunch, cocktails and Hawaiian-inspired music by Slowey + The Boats hosted by Hi-Tide Recordings. Enjoy oysters and champagne at the Asbury Oyster Bar or grab a delicious hot toddy at our hot drink bar & cozy fireplace lounge.

Be sure to stop by Little Detour photo booth for a cute vintage-inspired Valentine’s Day photo strip. Bring your pet for a photo and learn how to adopt one! Our non-profit partner this year is See Spot Rescued, a 501(c)3 all volunteer, foster-based rescue in Jersey City, NJ. The event is free, all ages, rain or shine and pet-friendly.

Categories: Asbury Park Community Convention Entertainment Pageant Performing Arts

Mar

15

Fri

Salt Water FIshing Expo @ New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center

Mar 15 – Mar 17 all-day

The fishing event that kicks off the New Jersey and Tri-State coastline’s saltwater fishing season. It’s where avid anglers congregate to become better at fishing while plotting out their season and buying the gear they’ve been dreaming about all winter. And it keeps getting bigger and better!

With many of the major tackle manufacturers here to answer all your questions and local tackle retailers available to fill your orders, this is truly one stop shopping. Meet face to face with guides and charters, compare and buy saltwater fishing boats and kayaks, and learn the latest techniques from local experts at the Garden State Exhibit Center.

Whether your saltwater fishing passion is surf casting, inshore or offshore all are well represented through both large and small manufacturers based up and down the east coast. Mark your calendars now and don’t miss east coast’s most exciting exclusive saltwater event, the Saltwater Fishing Expo in Edison, NJ.

Categories: Beach Convention Entertainment Family Sports Wildlife

Mar

16

Game of Thrones Trivia Brunch @ The Asbury Hotel

Mar 16 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us for a brunch feast in Asbury Hall as Giuseppe NJ and Jason Portizo host Game of Thrones trivia. Do well and walk away as the person who “drinks and knows things”. Whether you follow the Lord of Light, run as a Wildling, or are sworn into the Night’s Watch, prove that your team is most worthy of the Iron Throne and go home as winners. Teams will be divided by table so purchase tickets together to sit together!
Prizes will be given per person.

Categories: Competition Games

@ Bell Works

Mar 21 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Come down and work out West Atrium at Bell Works for an intense Boot Camp from 11:30-1:30. Each class will be 45 minutes and will incorporates a broad range of cardio, conditioning and core movements. Get ready to sweat on the turf!

Categories: Fitness

Mar

23

Women’s Self-Defense Classes @ Program Room, Parks Administration Office