Happy weekend, Monmouth County! In today’s happening-today edition: North to Shore festival, Dino Safari, and Battle of Monmouth reenactment + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Festival expands statewide: North to Shore, New Jersey’s largest summer arts festival, will run through July 19 with soccer-themed performances and watch parties in Asbury Park, as well as Newark and Atlantic City -- get the full details.
Family-friendly summer outing: LuminoCity Dino Safari will return to Freehold Raceway Mall July 1, featuring 70+ life-sized dinosaurs, expanded Bounce Zone with a 25-foot Volcano Bounce, and Neon Octo-Beats, running through August 16 -- see what’s new inside.
A celebrated equine showcase: The 32nd National Standardbred Show will be held at the Horse Park of New Jersey in Allentown with a two-ring format, and organizers are seeking sponsors from $50 to $10,000 -- learn about sponsorship opportunities.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
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Quick nature escape: Whether you need a low-stress trail loop or a quick wander through marsh and woods, Cheesequake State Park packs nine miles of hiking, a mountain-bike friendly White Trail, and Hooks Creek Lake for fishing. Swing by the interpretive center, get your nature fix, then brag at dinner.
Bring Your Own Bayou: Give Drew's Bayshore Bistro a spin for Gulf Coast and Low Country flavors without leaving Keyport. Signature Voodoo Shrimp, pork du jour, and other Cajun-tinged plates hit the spot, and it’s BYO, so raid your wine rack and make it a cozy weeknight upgrade.
Dial in your swing: When the itch to hit a bucket hits, Quail Ridge Golf World has a 50-stall covered range with seven targets, plus a laid-back pitch & putt and mini golf for the kids or your short-game ego. Bonus, quick regripping means your clubs feel as fresh as your mid-season optimism.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏃 Red Bank Classic 5k Run/Walk 2026 @ Broad Street | Saturday (6/20) at 8:30 AM – Lace up for Red Bank’s favorite 5K, a USATF-certified cruise you can actually brag about, with a Kids Fun Run to tucker them out. Finisher medal, tee, downtown fun, and official after parties included. Proceeds help the Y and Rec, which feels pretty good.
🎉 On the Bay Fest @ The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach (Highlands) | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – On the Bay Fest hits The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach in Highlands, featuring Punchline with the bay as your backdrop. Think easy ferry side vibes, a proper drink, and a sea breeze that wrecks your hair, not your evening, which is exactly why we live here.
✊ Juneteenth Family Arts & Cultural Festival @ Springwood Park (Asbury Park) | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Juneteenth here means a family arts and culture bash with live music, food, and plenty for kids to burn off energy. Expect drum circles, storytellers, and soul-food aromas drifting through shade, plus elders two-stepping while the rest of us pretend we can keep up.
🌞 Summer Solstice Market @ Calgo Gardens (Freehold) | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Solstice vibes call for a lazy lap through Calgo Gardens, where local makers, plants, art, and good eats turn browsing into a mini escape. Bring your crew, sip something, and finally find a Father’s Day gift that isn’t a golf tie. Free, family-friendly, and Howell.
🚗 31st Annual Cruise to the Jersey Shore Car Show @ Ocean Boulevard & Madison Avenue (Long Branch) | Sunday (6/21) at 9:00 AM – Polished chrome meets ocean breeze on the Long Branch Promenade at the 31st Annual Cruise to the Jersey Shore. Expect classics and oddballs, beach views, and bragging rights, all first come, first served, with proceeds helping Ronald McDonald House, and plenty of lawn-chair commentary.
⚔ Annual Reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth @ Monmouth Battlefield State Park (Manalapan Township) | Sunday (6/21) at 9:00 AM – This annual Battle of Monmouth reenactment turns the park into 1778 again, with marching lines, musket volleys, booming cannon, and enough wool uniforms to make you grateful for modern AC. Stroll the camps, chat with reenactors, then savor history, shade, and a picnic like grown-ups.
🛍 Asbury Park Bazaar @ Asbury Park Convention Hall | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – Whether you’ve been hoarding Asbury tees since the boardwalk got its groove back, or you just want an excuse to wander the Grand Arcade at Convention Hall with iced coffee, this two-day artisan pop-up owns the summer solstice. Makers, artists, creative vendors, and peak people-watching. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Monmouth County report Weather forecastToday — High: 83°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 83. West wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 64. West wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 83°F — Low: 66°F — Precip: 4%
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