Things to do in Monmouth County, NJ

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Local news

What Monmouth County’s own outlets are reporting right now. Every headline links to the outlet that wrote it.

• Tornado Watch

  BreakingOfficial noticeHowellThu, Nov 12Howell Township

  The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Monmouth County and the surrounding area, effective until 7:00 pm this evening, Thursday, November 12th. While authorities have not yet issu

• Tornado warnings issued in N.J. as strong thunderstorms lash region

  BreakingThu, Nov 12NJ.com

  People in the warned areas are advised to immediately seek shelter inside a sturdy building and to stay away from windows.

• Flash flood warnings, thunderstorm alerts issued in N.J. as strong storms develop. Live updates.

  BreakingThu, Nov 12NJ.com

  Some of the thunderstorms that develop today could become severe with heavy downpours, small hail and strong wind gusts. An isolated tornado can't be ruled out.

• NJ Weedman witnessed fatal Trenton shooting, led cops to suspect while on 911

  Thu, Nov 12NJ.com

  The suspect pulled a handgun after the victim apparently pulled a knife, police allege.

Weekend picks

• Manasquan River Group of Artists Art Show

  Friday · 9:00 AM · Wall Township Branch

  On display original paintings, oil, acrylic and pastels. Artist Reception Saturday November 14th 12:00-2:00pm

  artsvia Monmouth County Library

• Joe Baracata Band 25th Anniversary Show at The Stone Pony

  Friday · 7:00 PM · The Stone Pony · Asbury Park

  Joe Baracata Band 25th Anniversary Show A celebration of everything Joe Baracata and his stellar band delivering the good times on the Jersey Shore for 25 years strong!…

  musicvia Asbury Park Chamber

• Asbury Park Sunset Farmers Market

  Saturday · 8:00 AM · Fireman’s Park, Asbruy Park · Asbury Park

  Community farmer’s market featuring seasonable fresh fruit and vegetables, cut flowers. Bread, cheese and Italian pastries and stuffed breads,

  marketvia Asbury Park Chamber

• Christmas Antiques Market - Matawan Borough Hall

  Saturday · 8:00 AM · Matawan Borough Hall, 201 Broad Street, matawan, nj, 07747, us

  The Matawan Historical Society and Matawan Borough Recreation invite you to step back into Christmases past at our first-ever Christmas Antiques Market! Browse vendor…

  marketvia Monmouth County Tourism

• Highlands Farmers Market

  Saturday · 8:30 AM · Huddy Park, 329 Bay Ave, Highlands, NJ 07732

  The Highlands Business Partnership’s traditional 32nd Annual Farmers’ Market begins every Saturday morning from June 20 through November 21st, 2026. Fresh-picked juicy,…

  marketvia Monmouth County Tourism

• Hazlet Farmers Market

  Saturday · 9:30 AM · James J. Cullen Center, 1776 Union Ave, Hazlet, NJ 07730

  Get ready for the kickoff of a brand-new season. This Hazlet Township team is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community space and providing a consistent, high-quality…

  marketvia Monmouth County Tourism

• Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair - Port Monmouth

  Saturday · 10:00 AM · VFW, 1 Veterans Ln, Port Monmouth, NJ 07758 · Middletown

  Come and do your holiday shopping with over 50 vendors and crafters. Plenty of parking and free admission. There is something for everyone on your list.

  marketFreevia Monmouth County Tourism

• Holiday Craft & Vendor Show - The Historic Village at Allaire

  Saturday · 10:00 AM · 4263 Atlantic Ave, Wall Township, NJ 07727

  Join The Historic Village of Allaire for their annual Holiday Craft Show featuring over 150 crafters! Rain date - November 15

  marketvia Monmouth County Tourism

• Fresh Saturday Farmers & Makers Market

  Saturday · 11:00 AM · Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel, NJ 07733

  Stop by this monthly farmers and makers' market. Discover a curated selection of handmade goods, vintage finds, delicious food, produce and more from talented local…

  marketvia Monmouth County Tourism

• Dinner + Comedy Show

  Saturday · 8:00 PM · The Bar at Wave Hotel, Long Branch

  An Unforgettable Night of Dining, Ocean Views & Laughter Make it a full evening experience at Pier Village! Start your night with a delicious dinner at Avenue, where…

  foodvia Pier Village

• Harvest Market - Howell

  Sunday · 10:00 AM · Echo Lake Park, 1205 Maxim Southard Rd, Howell Township, NJ 07731

  The Howell Harvest Market is a festive seasonal community event featuring local farmers, artisan food vendors, and handmade makers. This is an outdoor event that is…

  familyvia Monmouth County Tourism

• 70's Show - Jersey Shore Arts Center

  Sunday · 3:00 PM · Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 S Main St, Ocean Grove, NJ 07756 · Neptune Township

  ​Relive the greatest hits of the 70's! All are welcome to attend!​

  artsvia Monmouth County Tourism

Holiday guides

• Thanksgiving 2026Turkey trots, parades & events
• Holiday events 2026Tree lightings, Santa, markets & lights
• Tree lightings by townDates & times

What’s happening around the county

Today’s local reporting, the restaurants and shops that just opened or closed, and what a gallon of regular costs around here.

• Local newsToday’s headlines from the county’s own outlets
• New & closed businessesJust opened, opening soon, recently closed
• Gas pricesThe official monthly average for our area

Things to do by town

Pick a town for its events this weekend plus our favorite places to eat, get outside and explore.

• Aberdeen1 event this weekend
• AllenhurstPlaces to eat & explore
• AllentownPlaces to eat & explore
• Asbury Park30 events this weekend
• Atlantic HighlandsPlaces to eat & explore
• Avon-by-the-SeaPlaces to eat & explore
• BelmarPlaces to eat & explore
• Bradley BeachPlaces to eat & explore
• BriellePlaces to eat & explore
• Colts NeckPlaces to eat & explore
• DealPlaces to eat & explore
• EatontownPlaces to eat & explore
• EnglishtownPlaces to eat & explore
• Fair HavenPlaces to eat & explore
• FarmingdalePlaces to eat & explore
• Freehold Borough5 events this weekend
• Freehold TownshipPlaces to eat & explore
• Hazlet2 events this weekend
• HighlandsPlaces to eat & explore
• Holmdel2 events this weekend
• Howell2 events this weekend
• InterlakenPlaces to eat & explore
• KeansburgPlaces to eat & explore
• KeyportPlaces to eat & explore
• Lake ComoPlaces to eat & explore
• Little SilverPlaces to eat & explore
• Loch ArbourPlaces to eat & explore
• Long Branch12 events this weekend
• Manalapan4 events this weekend
• ManasquanPlaces to eat & explore
• MarlboroPlaces to eat & explore
• MatawanPlaces to eat & explore
• Middletown9 events this weekend
• MillstonePlaces to eat & explore
• Monmouth BeachPlaces to eat & explore
• Neptune CityPlaces to eat & explore
• Neptune Township1 event this weekend
• Ocean TownshipPlaces to eat & explore
• OceanportPlaces to eat & explore
• Red Bank9 events this weekend
• RooseveltPlaces to eat & explore
• RumsonPlaces to eat & explore
• Sea BrightPlaces to eat & explore
• Sea GirtPlaces to eat & explore
• ShrewsburyPlaces to eat & explore
• Shrewsbury TownshipPlaces to eat & explore
• Spring LakePlaces to eat & explore
• Spring Lake HeightsPlaces to eat & explore
• Tinton Falls1 event this weekend
• Union BeachPlaces to eat & explore
• Upper FreeholdPlaces to eat & explore
• Wall Township3 events this weekend
• West Long BranchPlaces to eat & explore

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Best of Monmouth County

• Best restaurants
• Best italian
• Best pizza
• Best seafood
• Best mexican
• Best tacos
• Best breakfast & brunch
• Best coffee shops
• Best bakeries & desserts

Annual events & markets

• Festivals, fairs & paradesThis weekend and the weeks ahead
• Annual events & festivalsTown days, fall festivals, Oktoberfests
• Farmers marketsBy day of the week

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