Things to Do in NJ This Weekend

Looking for something fun to do this weekend in New Jersey? New Jersey Monthly has you covered! Below we highlight recommendations for events across the state, from festivals to concerts to family-friendly events and more.

Now that we’ve made it past Memorial Day weekend, check out our ultimate Jersey Shore beach guide. We’ve also got a guide to the best outdoor activities in the Garden State—from scenic biking trails to unique hiking spots to luxurious glamping sites.

And don’t forget to check out our list of the 52 things you must do in New Jersey all year, no matter the season!

Our editors’ picks for June 19-22:

North to Shore
📅: June 14-29
📍: Atlantic City, Asbury Park and Newark
ℹ️: This third annual festival features concerts, panel talks, parties and more across Atlantic City, Asbury Park and Newark. This year’s bill includes big names like Tina Fey and Amy Poehler; Jon Stewart, John Mulaney and Pete Davidson; and George Clinton and Parliament-Funkadelic.

Barefoot Country Music Fest
📅: Thursday, June 19-Sunday, June 22
📍: Wildwood
ℹ️: Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson and other country stars perform along the beach in Wildwood.

Jersey Shore Film Festival
📅: Thursday, June 19-Sunday, July 6
📍: Jersey Shore
ℹ️: Enjoy feature-length and short films at various venues down the Shore.

Sheryl Crow
📅: Friday, June 20 (8 pm)
📍: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre, Red Bank
ℹ️: The multiple Grammy-winning singer of hits like “All I Wanna Do” and “If It Makes You Happy” performs.

Hot 97 Summer Jam
📅: Friday, June 20 (8 pm)
📍: Prudential Center, Newark
ℹ️: This massive night of hip-hop features A Boogie, Gunna, GloRilla and more.

Two Funny Mamas with Sherri Shepherd and Kym Whitley
📅: Friday, June 20 (7 & 9:45 pm)
📍: NJPAC, Newark
ℹ️: The ladies cover everything from motherhood to dating to pop culture—and make it funny.

Juneteenth NJ
📅:  Saturday, June 21 (3 pm)
📍: PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel
ℹ️: Performers including Larry June, MIKE, and Honey Bxby come together for this Juneteenth concert.

International Day of Yoga
📅: Saturday, June 21 (11 am-6:30 pm)
📍: Pier A Lawn, Hoboken
ℹ️: Enjoy yoga classes at this outdoor day from Hoboken instructors Radha Devi Om and Brendan Gibson. Tickets are donation based, and profits benefit Companion Animal Placement, which helps displaced pets.

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler
📅: Saturday, June 21 (4 & 7:30 pm)
📍: Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort, Atlantic City
ℹ️: The famed Saturday Night Live duo brings their variety show to New Jersey.

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler
📅: Sunday, June 22 (6 pm)
📍: Prudential Center, Newark
ℹ️: The famed Saturday Night Live duo brings their variety show to New Jersey.

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