Eventful: May 2022

By: Community Magazine | May 3, 2022 |  Eventful | 

Bell Works Fresh Market

Wednesdays through November | Saturdays through November

A weekly farmers featuring around 50 local artists, makers, farmers and food purveyors. Located at Bell Works in Holmdel, a 2 million square foot metroburb featuring five floors of offices, a full restaurant and retail experience, and a rooftop bar. More info at BellWorksFresh.com.

4th Annual Brew by the Bay

May 14 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Highlands will be hosting a craft beer festival at The Seafarer (1 Atlantic Avenue, Highlands) with live music, fire pits and Local Smoke cuisine. The tasting takes place on the picturesque waterfront, tickets are $35 which includes seven 4oz. tastings and a pint of craft beer and commemorative pilsner cup. Additional tastings for $3. More info at HighlandsNJ.com.

Ocean Grove Vintage Car Show

May 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Proceeds to benefit Saint Paul’s Food Pantry, enjoy live music and more on Main Avenue. More info at OceanGroveNJ.com.

Sips ‘n Tips to Slay Your Dreams

May 19 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. 

Panel discussion with five authors: Carla Bushey, Brianna McCabe, Danielle Haines Heuer, Laila Hardy Johnson, and Jennifer Garcia Mawson at Nordstrom, Menlo Park Mall. More info at InspiredGirlEnterprises.com.

21st Annual Highlands Craft Show

May 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Highlands Business Partnership will host the Seaport Craft Show, rain or shine. Admission is free and located at Huddy Park. Experience a delightful collection of various handmade crafts from more than 50 crafters and artisans. More info at HighlandsNJ.com.

StreetLife

June 4 through August 27 – Saturday Nights

All summer long the sidewalks come to life with performances from local musicians and artists! Performances take place at various locations throughout the Red Bank business district, weather permitting. More info at RedBank.org.

Pride in the Park

June 11 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Vendors, giveaways, live music and dance, kids activities and so much more. This event is free and takes place in Riverside Gardens Park, Red Bank. More info at RedBank.org.

5K Tutu Trot Run/Walk

June 12 

Hosted by Infinite Love for Kids Fighting Cancer, run or walk for children with cancer, in your tutu at Middletown High School South in Middletown. More info at InfiniteLoveForKidsFightingCancer.org.

The Jersey Shore Partnership’s Summer Celebration

June 13 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Enjoy elaborate food presentations from the area’s leading restaurants, music by Brian Kirk & The Jirks all in a huge open tent at Fort Hancock on Sandy Hook. More info at JerseyShorePartnership.com.

The Red Bank Classic 5K

June 18

The race is ON! Registration includes a finisher medal, race t-shirt, entrance into the after party and official race sports bag (limited to the first 1,000 runners). Kids Race registration includes a finisher medal and race t-shirt. More info and to register at RedBankClassic.com.

Red Bank Juneteenth Celebration

June 18 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

This community event will feature food trucks, live music, speakers and so much more. This event is free for all to attend and will be located at Johnny Jazz Park. More info at RedBank.org.

Taste of Highlands

June 25 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Tickets are $45 and include scrumptious samplings at over twenty restaurants, eateries and establishments in a half square mile. More info at HighlandsNJ.com.

Band of Two Rivers Concert

July 13 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Free concert at Fair Haven Pier (21 Fair Haven Road, Fair Haven). Outdoor concerts are subject to weather conditions and cancellation. More info at its Facebook page – @Band2R