Farmer’s Markets in Ocean County!
Ocean County Farmers Markets 2026!
Get fresh, local produce, artisanal goods, and family-friendly fun at farmers markets across Ocean County.
Barnegat Farmers Market
Thursdays | 9am – 1pm
Free Kids Club (drop-in activities) 11am-12pm
900 West Bay Ave., Barnegat Bay Head Farmers Market Thursdays | 12pm – 4pm (July – September) Bridge Ave (Municipal Parking Lot), Bay Head Brick Farmers Market Saturdays | 8:30am – 1:30pm (May 2 – Oct 3) Windward Beach Park, 235 Princeton Ave., Brick Downtown Toms River Farmers Market Wednesdays | 10am – 3pm (June 17 – Oct 14) Town Hall Courtyard, Washington St., Toms River Farmers Market at Lacey Elks Sundays | 11am – 3pm (Apr 19 – Sep 6) 900 Beach Blvd., Forked River Lacey Farmers Market Fridays | 11am – 5pm (May 22 – Sep 25) Lacey United Methodist Church, 203 Lacey Rd., Forked River Mathis Plaza Farmers Market Thursdays | 10am – 4pm (May 14 – Sep 10) 134 NJ-166 South, Toms River Point Pleasant Fresh Farmers & Makers Market Sundays | 9am – 1pm (June 21 – Sep 13) 317 Cooks Rd., NJ Transit Parking Lot, Point Pleasant Beach Seaside Park Farmers Market Mondays & Fridays | 9:30am – 2:30pm (May 22 – Sep 7) Seaside Park Marina Lawn (J St & Central Ave) Surf City Farmers Market Mondays | 8am – 12pm (June 29 – Aug 31) 713 Long Beach Blvd., Surf City The Market at Adventure Crossing Saturdays | 10am – 2pm (May 16 – Oct 24) 515 Monmouth Rd., Jackson Tuckerton Farmers Market Fridays | 9am – 12pm Outside Union Market & Gallery, 120 W Main St., Tuckerton Dates: Apr 24; May 22; Jun 12 & 26; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Aug 7, 14, 21, 28; Sep 18; Oct 16; Nov 13Jersey Shore Restaurant Week
Jersey Shore Restaurant Week is April 10–19!
Get ready to indulge in the best flavors of Ocean County!
From fresh seafood to mouthwatering desserts, your favorite local spots are serving up special prix-fixe menus you won’t want to miss!
Atlantic Offshore Fishery
B2 Bistro + Bar Point Beach
B2 Bistro + Bar Toms River
B2 Bistro + Bar Bayville
Berkeley Cut Steakhouse
Bistro by Chef Bass
Bum Rogers Crab House
Crab’s Claw Inn
Grenville Hotel & Restaurant
Mantoloking Road Alehouse
Dina’s Bistro
MorningStar Café
Ohana Grill
The Offshore Restaurant
Ocean Fresh Seafood
Prime 13
The Tradewinds
The Shrimp Box
Windward Tavern
Lavallette 2026 Events
Happening in Lavallette 2026 – New Jersey
Summer Kick-Off Food Truck – June 20th
Summer Kick-Off 5K Run – June 20th
Concerts at the Gazebo (Sundays beginning June 28th)
Bicycle Parade – July 3rd
Movies on the Bay (Tuesdays beginning July 7th)
Sidewalk Sales – July 8th, July 22nd, August 5th & August 19th
Ladies Nights – June 19th, July 24th, September 18th, October 23, November 20th & December 18th
Lavallette Breast Cancer Walk – August 2nd
Soups of the Shore – October 17th
Lavallette Hometown Christmas Weekend – December 4th & 5th
Tree Lighting – December 5th 6pm at Lavallette Borough Hall
Visit Slider Home – Enjoy Lavallette for a full calendar of events.
844- Enjoy-Lava
Relax. Unwind. Enjoy.
Scan for more information and venue locations
Casino Pier Easter Sale!
🌷🎢🐰 Annual Easter Sale at Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach!
Stock up on summer fun with special discounted pricing on rides, waterpark admission, games, mini golf & more! 🌊✨
🛍 On-Property Sale
📅 April 3–5 | 11AM–6PM
💻 Online Sale
📅 April 2–6
Don’t miss your chance to grab the best deals of the season for the whole family!
More details & pricing coming soon.
🔗https://casinopiernj.com/
The Official NJ Soccer Kit: A Statewide Design Competition
Calling all Ocean County designers!
Show your creativity in the Official NJ Soccer Kit statewide design competition celebrating New Jersey talent ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Submit your original jersey design for a chance to win $3,000!
The winning design will be chosen through public voting and produced right here in New Jersey.
This is your opportunity to turn a global moment into a local spotlight.
Ocean County’s talent runs deep, let’s show the rest of the state what we’ve got.
For more information visit: thenjsoccerkit.com
Mark Your Calendars! Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Easter Sale!
For more information and to enter for a chance to win a VIP voucher visit: https://jenkinsons.com/2026-easter-sale/
Call for Concert Choir Singers!
Ocean County American Revolution 250th Anniversary Celebration
Ocean County is proud to join the nation in commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution in 2026!Throughout the year, we’ll be honoring our history, heritage, and the courageous moments that helped shape our nation with a series of major commemorative events,
educational programs, and community celebrations.
Stay tuned for event announcements, dates, locations, and special highlights as we get closer to this historic year! 
All events are subject to change without notice.Tune into It’s a Shore Thing on WOBM!
Albert Music Hall 2026 Special Shows
Albert Music Hall 2026 Special Shows | Save the Date! 
Get ready for another incredible year of live music at Albert Music Hall/Pinelands Cultural Society!
See flyer for special shows Live music every Saturday evening in 2026
No shows on:• January 4
• July 4
• September 19
• October 10
• October 31
• December 19
• December 26
131 Wells Mills Rd, Waretown
For band line up and showtimes visit: https://www.alberthall.org/List of Participating Stores for Cookie Wars this Weekend!
11th Annual Cookie Wars!
Get a taste of Italy as you sample delicious cookies from shops throughout Schooner’s Wharf LBI & Bay Village starting at 11am (while they last!).
Dec 13 Rain date: Dec 14325 9th St, Beach Haven
Vote for your favorite at Country Kettle Fudge by 3pm.Winner will be announced on their social media platforms!
2026 Tourism Promotional Matching Grant is now Available!
To apply online please visit:
The Ocean County Tourism Promotional Matching Grant applications are now available for 2026!
The Grant Application is available for completion and submission ONLINE ONLY.
Please visit website at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/oceancounty
Thank you for contributing to the success of tourism in Ocean County!
The Lighting of the Menorah
Shop Small on Long Beach Island!
Support local this season and discover where to shop, dine, and celebrate across LBI! 
This list includes businesses that confirmed their holiday hours on or before 11/22 and it’s just the first of four weekly updates!
See something that needs correcting? Want your business added?Email info@welcometolbi.com
They will also be publishing this list in The Sandpaper over the next few weeks.
Visit Welcome To LBI for the most current version of the Holiday Business List!Vendors Wanted!
Brick Farmers Market Thanksgiving Market!
World Cup 2026 Ocean County Logo Contest
Trick-or-Treat in Ocean County!
Here’s your 2025 Trick-or-Treat dates for Ocean County! 
Be sure to keep an eye on your municipality’s website or social media for final times and updates.
Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy the spookiest night of the year!
Banana Ball is Coming to Lakewood, NJ! Shoretown Ballpark!
For tickets and more information visit: Banana Ball is Coming to ShoreTown | BlueClaws
Bay Head October Events!
For more information visit: Bay Head Life
Jenkinson’s Aquarium October Events!
Hello Fall!
Hello, Fall in Ocean County! 
Bring the family and celebrate the season with pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn mazes, and warm cider donuts. 
Whether you’re strolling through a farmers’ market, enjoying a harvest festival, or exploring our beautiful parks, autumn is the perfect time to make memories together.
Lavallette Ladies Night!
South Toms River Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival – Vendors Wanted!
Submit your interest here https://www.cognitoforms.com/Sout…/_2025VendorInterestForm
Jersey Shore BlueClaws Kickoff to Local Summer!
To purchase visit: https://www.milb.com/…/locals-summer-kicks-off…
We want to hear from YOU!
Ocean County Business Development & Tourism has teamed up with Ocean County College to learn more about what makes our area special for both visitors & residents.
Take the quick survey : https://survey.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3t3g1JyZYPZihAq
Your input helps shape the future of tourism in Ocean County!
Don’t let a little rain stop your Ocean County adventure!
Attention Businesses & Non-Profits
Attention Businesses & Non-Profits!
Ocean County Business Development & Tourism is now accepting requests for:
Ribbon cuttings & grand openings
Letters of support for grant applications
Event sponsorshipsSubmit your request quickly and easily through our online form:
Let’s celebrate your milestones and support your success! 
Tuckerton Chamber of Commerce Launch Event!
Exciting News!
You’re invited to the Tuckerton Chamber of Commerce Launch Event!
Come celebrate the start of something great for our community!
August 21st
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM LBI National Golf & Resort99 Golf View Drive, Little Egg Harbor
Enjoy light refreshments, appetizers and a cash bar while networking with local businesses and leaders.
Let’s grow together 
www.tuckertonchamber.org
www.tuckertonchamber.orgBoat Flare Disposal
🚨 Boat Flare Disposal Event 🚨
Got expired boat flares? Dispose of them safely and responsibly!
📅 Dates: August 20, 2025 & October 22, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Ocean County Training Center
200 Volunteer Way, Waretown, NJ
✅ Registration is required
👉 Sign up here: https://www.co.ocean.nj.us/…/frmBoatFlareDisposal.aspx
Keep our waterways safe, don’t throw flares in the trash or water! 🌊💥
Vendors Wanted!
🎪 VENDORS WANTED for Jackson Day 2025! 🎉
Township of Jackson is looking for food trucks, crafters, information and non-profits to be part of this amazing community celebration!
📅 September 14 (Rain Date: September 21)
📍 Johnson Memorial Park, 260 Kierych Memorial Drive, Jackson
Interested in being a vendor?
📞 Call 732-928-1200 ext. 1255
📧 Email cwolfe@jacksontwpnj.net for an application.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to showcase your business or organization!
Break the grip, of the rip!
Break the grip, of the rip! 
Stay safe this summer; Learn more about rip currents below!Know before you go, with live Ocean County beach conditions below!Planning an Event in Ocean County?
FIFA World Cup 2026!
The World is Watching… and So Are We! 
The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 is on, and while the games may be global, the place to catch all the action is right here in Ocean County, NJ!
Find local spots to watch the matches
Grab bites & brews at our bars and restaurants
Kick back between games on our beachesIt’s never too early to start planning at: www.oceancountytourism.com
LBI Water Ferry 2025 Schedule – Tuckerton Seaport
Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Summer Specials!
Travel + Leisure “10 Best Jersey Shore Towns to Visit This Summer”
Ocean County is in the spotlight!Bay Head, Point Pleasant Beach & Beach Haven were just named to the “10 Best Jersey Shore Towns to Visit This Summer” list! 
Travel + Leisure
Travel + LeisureBay Head: Quaint downtown, unique shops, and beautiful beaches. Bay Head Life
Point Pleasant Beach: Boardwalk fun, mini golf, arcades, and an aquarium. Borough of Point Pleasant Beach
Beach Haven: Endless kid-friendly activities like Fantasy Island Amusement Park, ice cream parlors & Bay Village. Visit Beach Haven
Discover why these shore towns are must visit this summer! Check out the article here: https://bit.ly/4kuuC94
Photo Credit: jonbilous/Adobe Stock, Vin/Adobe Stock, Alessandra Amodio/Travel + Leisure, and cwieders/Adobe StockAmerica’s Best Restaurants: Beacon 70
Big Flavors, Bigger Vibes! 
America’s Best Restaurants is spotlighting Beacon 70 in Brick, NJ!
From crave worthy wings and burgers to waterfront views and unbeatable energy, Beacon 70 is the place to be.
Catch the episode and get a behind the scenes taste of why this local hotspot made the list of America’s Best Restaurants! 799 Route 70, BrickCheck out the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGAL2iXJAJs
Accessible Beach Guide 2025
🌊 Accessible Beach Days Start Here! ♿
Planning your summer visit? The Ocean County Department of Human Services Accessible Beach Guide is now available! 🏖️
Find Ocean County beaches with ramps, walkways, parking, surf chair availability, beach fees, lifeguard hours and amenities making your coastal getaway stress free and inclusive for all.
👉 Download or request the guide today and make the most of your beach adventures: https://www.co.ocean.nj.us/OC/OCDHS/frmRequest.aspx
#OceanCountyTourism #ExploreOceanCounty #101ThingsToDo #AccessibleBeaches #OceanCountyNJ #InclusiveTravel #BeachGuide
Fourth of July Fireworks in Ocean County!
Paws and Unwind at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge!
Fantasy Island Amusement Park – Guest Appreciation Day!
Guest Appreciation Day at Fantasy Island
Date: Friday, June 13
Time: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Beach Haven, NJ
Time: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Beach Haven, NJ
For just $15, enjoy Unlimited Rides from 4PM to 11PM.
Celebrate Father’s Day at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk!
FREE ADMISSION for Dads on Sunday, June 15th with paying child at the following attractions:
Amusement Park, Aquarium, Adventure Lookout Ropes Course, Castaway Cove Mini Golf and Lighthouse Point Mini Golf and the Fun House.
*Weather permitting.
https://jenkinsons.com/event/fathers-day/
Ocean County Tourism Travel Guide 2025
Ready to explore Ocean County? Request your Complimentary 2025 Travel Guide today!
Seasonal Lifeguards
Carousel of Music 2025
Farmer’s Markets in Ocean County!
