Take a dip at Raging Waters or one of New Jersey's other terrific water parks. Photo by David Howarth
40 Things To Do in New Jersey Before School Starts
Task-tackling service Taskrabbit is able to take on tons of back-to-school projects you may not have even considered outsourcing.
25 Back-to-School Tasks You Didn't Know You Could Pay Someone Else to Do
Help your kids develop their creative side with art classes
GUIDE
Guide to Classes for New Jersey Kids
Cascade down the lazy river at Ocean Oasis at Morey's Piers. Photo by Kip Dawkins
41 Things To Do in New Jersey this Summer: Summer Fun Guide
An area of Hooks Creek Lake is sectioned off for swimming. Photo courtesy of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Best Swimming Lakes in New Jersey You Need To Discover
Visit Crystal Springs Family Water Resort and spend the day swimming and splashing. Photo courtesy of the resort
Best Swimming Pools with Day Passes in New Jersey
The Funplex's rides will please little thrill-seekers.
The Funplex Amusement Park and Water Park Guide: Family Fun in East Hanover and Mt. Laurel
Ocean Oasis water park is among New Jersey's best outdoor water parks.
Best Outdoor Water Parks in New Jersey for Family Fun
We've launched a partnership with Care.com to bring background-checked nannies and sitters to the Mommy Poppins Directory.
Find Trusted Babysitters and Nannies Now on Mommy Poppins–Powered by Care.com
Get ready for beach treasure hunts this summer in Lavallette. Photo courtesy of Enjoy Lavallette
105 Free Things To Do in New Jersey this Summer with Kids
The Wildwoods boasts 5 miles of beautiful, free beaches. Photo courtesy of Wildwoods
Best Free Beaches on the Jersey Shore for Families
GUIDE
Ultimate New Jersey Kids Summer Vacation Guide
All aboard for family fun at A Day Out With Thomas. Photo courtesy of Delaware River Railroad Excursions
21 Best Things To Do in New Jersey August 2023 with Kids
Hike the Appalachian Trail—72 miles are n New Jersey! Photo courtesy of Visit NJ
100 Things To Do in New Jersey With Kids Before They Grow Up
Floating through the water at Morey's Piers is a great way to beat the heat this summer. Photo by David Howarth
Heat Wave Hot List: 27 Cool Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids
Totally Tubular Aqua Park offers 5,000 square feet of wet-and-wild fun in Ocean City.
Inflatable Water Parks in New Jersey
GUIDE
Summer Camps Guide for New Jersey Kids
Make a splash at a Jersey Shore waterpark, like Ocean Oasis at Morey's Piers.. Photo by Kip Dawkins
70 Things To Do at the Jersey Shore with Kids
GUIDE
New Jersey Amusement Parks and Water Parks Guide
Hop on a ride at Morey's Piers. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Great Amusement Parks in New Jersey for Preschoolers and Toddlers
Long Branch Beach, NJ. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May
Cheesequake State Park in Middlesex County offers hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, and much more. Photo by Ali Chandra
Great Day Trips to New Jersey State Parks and Forests
Bounce, climb, and jump at BounceU in Paramus, one of our top indoor play spaces in northern New Jersey.
40 Indoor Play Spaces in Northern New Jersey for Kids
GUIDE
Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for New Jersey Kids
The Steel Pier Amusement Park is a family-friendly destination in Atlantic City.
Visiting the Steel Pier with Kids: Guide to this Jersey Shore Amusement Park
The accessible playground at Watsessing Park is a dream come true for children of all abilities. Photo by Margaret Hargrove
Best Playgrounds in New Jersey: 12 That Are Worth the Drive
Cruise in the Playmobil Fire Truck during your trip to Toys
Free Indoor Play Spots in New Jersey for Kids
Nickelodeon Universe is one of the can't-miss destinations at American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Photo courtesy of the venue
  VIDEO
Visiting American Dream Mall in New Jersey: 16 Fun Things To Do and Tips For Your Visit
New Jersey kids can find free fun climbing the pirate ship at the free Garden State Plaza Westfield mall. Photo by Mommy Poppins
GUIDE
Free Fun Things to Do with NJ Kids
At Tenafly Nature Center Camp, kids experience the natural world. Photo courtesy of the nature center
Most Affordable Summer Camps in New Jersey for Kids
The Rainforest Cafe has two family-friendly restaurants in New Jersey. A meal out here is part adventure, part restaurant.
Themed Restaurants in New Jersey for Family-Friendly Interactive Dining
The Camden Children's Garden offers free admission for children under 2.
Free Admission for Kids at 50+ Top New Jersey Family Attractions
Allow yourself to get drawn into the mesmerizing art at the Morris Museum next time you're looking for indoor activities for kids in New Jersey. Photo by Kaylynn Chiarello Ebner
Indoor Activities for Kids: 40 Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in NJ
Guests experience the safari at Six Flags Great Adventure from the privacy and safety of their own vehicles. Photo courtesy of Six Flags
The Best New Jersey Zoos and Aquariums to Visit with Kids
Hop aboard a stagecoach for a ride back in time at Wild West City, one of New Jersey's top attractions.
Top Attractions in New Jersey: Best Things To See and Do With Kids
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
67 Easy Science Experiments for Kids To Do at Home
Teach 'em to tie during downtime.
65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age
These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Best Street Fairs and Summer Festivals in NJ this August

The Middlesex County Fair has been a fun family tradition for 80 years. Photo courtesy of the fair
The Middlesex County Fair has been a fun family tradition for 80 years. Photo courtesy of the fair
8/4/23 - By Laurie Rein

The number and variety of New Jersey street fairs and summer festivals on offer in August make for a month-long party. Our top picks for family-friendly festivals include enjoying sky-high fun at the 85th Warren County Farmers' Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival, indulging in sweet summer peaches at Princeton's Just Peachy Festival, and partaking in classic carnival rides and games at the New Jersey State Fair: Sussex County Farm & Horse Show. With this many options, your calendar can be packed all month long.

Read on for our top picks, and find more ways to make the most of August with our Summer Fun Guide for New Jersey Kids and our ideas for the best things to do all month long.

As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including address and time.

Subscribe to our newsletters to get stories like this delivered directly to your inbox.

OUR LATEST VIDEOS

Watch a bevy of colorful hot air balloons at the Warren County Hot Air Balloon Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival
Watch a bevy of colorful hot air balloons at the Warren County Hot Air Balloon Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival

NJ Fairs and Festivals in August 2023

85th Annual Warren County Farmers’ Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival

Phillipsburg
Saturday, July 29-Saturday, August 5, 2023
Celebrating its 85th year, the Warren County Farmers’ Fair, featuring the Hot Air Balloon Festival, provides family entertainment for the whole community. The fair is a place that delights everyone, from grandparents to the grandkids. READ MORE

New Jersey State Fair: Sussex County Farm & Horse Show

Augusta
Friday, August 4-Saturday, August 12, 2023
The New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm and Horse Show features horse shows, live entertainment, carnival rides and games, exhibits, delicious food, and more. READ MORE

Stony Hill Farms Sunflower Festival

Chester
Saturdays and Sundays from Saturday, August 5- Sunday, August 27, 2023
Surround yourself with beautiful sunflowers at this Stony Hill Farms festival. Take scenic photos and pick your own bunch in the 2.5-acre field of vibrant, golden-hued blossoms. READ MORE

28th Annual Clam Festival

Highlands – FREE
Friday, August 4-Sunday, August 5, 2023
This annual event has fresh seafood, live entertainment, contests, vendors, crafters, and games. Stick around for a fireworks display on Saturday at Snug Harbor Beach. READ MORE

Watershed Butterfly Festival

Pennington
Saturday, August 5, 2023
Enjoy a day filled with family fun, including butterfly exhibits, interactive children's activities, live music, local food and more. This annual event features local artisans, an insect zoo, animal shows, nature walks, and the famous Butterfly and Bug Parade. READ MORE

Just Peachy Festival

Princeton
Saturday, August 5-Sunday, August 6, 2023
Celebrate Jersey Fresh and one of the state’s favorite fruits at the annual Just Peachy Festival. Enjoy farm fun, including pony rides, barnyard tractors, little farmer farm store, entertainment, rubber duck races, and a scavenger hunt. READ MORE

Latin Festival: Tacos & Tequila

Oceanport
Sunday, August 6, 2023
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the middle of summer! This Latin festival features delicious authentic food, margaritas, live music, and more. Xol Azul performs at noon. READ MORE

Middlesex County Fair

East Brunswick
Monday, August 7-Sunday, August 13, 2023
This annual event has been around for more than 80 years. Check out carnival rides, crafts, agricultural displays, and an amazing array of live entertainment. Plus, enjoy a puppet show, comedy hypnosis, magic, and fireworks on opening and closing nights.  READ MORE

Salem County Fair

Woodstown
Tuesday, August 8-Friday, August 11, 2023
There is so much to enjoy at this annual county fair: pony rides, pig races, kiddie tractor pulls, horse shows, dairy shows, goat shows, contests and so much more. Load up on entertainment, great food, and family-friendly events. READ MORE

IAATO Italian Festival

Oakhurst
Wednesday, August 9-Sunday, August 13, 2023
The 47th annual IAATO Italian Festival is loaded with delicious food, games, rides, and live music. Don't miss the Friday night fireworks.  READ MORE

Somerset County 4-H Fair

Bridgewater – FREE
Wednesday, August 9-Friday, August 11, 2023
This fair recognizes the accomplishments of 1,000 Somerset County 4-H members and is a showcase for visitors to see a wide variety of 4-H projects in action. Check out robotics, go-karts, large and small animals, plus food and live music. READ MORE

Atlantic County 4-H Fair

South Egg Harbor
Friday, August 11-Saturday, August 12, 2023
Kids can pet a goat and meet a menagerie of other farm animals at this annual event hosted by Rutgers University's Cooperative Extension of Atlantic County. READ MORE

New Brunswick Heart Festival

New Brunswick – FREE
Saturday, August 12, 2023
The fourth annual New Brunswick Heart Festival celebrates the vibrant arts and history of New Brunswick and Middlesex Counties, featuring live music, dance, food vendors, interviews with local artists, and a wellness tent. READ MORE

Canal Day Music & Craft Festival

Wharton– FREE
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Celebrate the Morris Canal at this country fair with live music, regional crafts, and tasty food. Take a trip down the canal on a mule-drawn boat, check out musical artists, take a kayak ride, and see the animal and cowboy shows. The festival winds down with fireworks. READ MORE

Hunterdon County 4-H Agricultural Fair

Lambertville
Wednesday, August 23-Sunday, August 27, 2023
Head to the Hunterdon County Fairgrounds for this fun, family-friendly 4-H and agricultural fair. This event includes 4-H shows, carnival rides, exhibits, crafts, tractor pulls, live entertainment, and more. READ MORE

Long Branch Jazz and Blues Festival

Long Branch– FREE
Saturday, August 26, 2023
This annual event features jazz and blues music, local food, children's activities, crafts, games, and fun. READ MORE

Cranford Street Fair

Cranford– FREE
Sunday, August 27, 2023
Delicious food, handcrafted items, live music, and so much more make for a memorable  festival at this walkable celebration in downtown Cranford.  READ MORE

Places featured in this article: