Monmouth GuideMid-November settles in this week across Monmouth County, with a stretch of sun early on and a cooler, wetter turn toward Friday. Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, and the calendar reflects it, alongside morning fitness classes, art shows and the start of the holiday season at the mall.
Below you'll find the week's forecast, events split between the weekdays and the weekend, and a few restaurants worth considering. Jersey Shore Restaurant Week runs all week at participating spots, farmers markets continue on Saturday, and Howell hosts a Turkey Trot on Sunday morning.
This week’s weather
Expect sunshine and highs near 60 through Veterans Day, then clouds and rain chances building Thursday into a wet, cooler Friday.
- Today: Mostly Sunny, high near 59°F, 4% chance of rain
- Tuesday: Mostly Sunny, high near 63°F, 1% chance of rain
- Veterans Day: Sunny, high near 62°F
- Thursday: Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain, high near 61°F, 51% chance of rain
- Friday: Light Rain, high near 53°F, 76% chance of rain
Monday to Thursday
Monday through Thursday brings a mix of free fitness, community drives and history tours, with Veterans Day observances on Wednesday.
Monday, November 9
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All day · Various Monmouth County Restaurants, Monmouth County, NJ · Middletown
Jersey Shore Restaurant week is back for 2026! For one full week patrons will be given an opportunity to visit any of the participating Monmouth County restaurants. At…
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All Around Fitness with Donna Peart
9:00 AM · Taylor Pavilion, Belmar[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1757910403476{padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}”]Mondays 9:00 AM…
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Tuesday, November 10
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Pier Village Holiday Food Drive
All day · Long BranchThe Gift of Giving Pier Village Holiday Food Drive | November 1 – December 13, 2026 This holiday season, Pier Village invites our community to embrace the spirit of…
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Pinstripe World Founding Artists Open Call (online)
9:00 AM · 1st Avenue Green Space, Asbury ParkPinstripe World is a free 3D art world you explore in your browser, with seven islands, one for each art form: paintings, sculpture, photography, videography, toys,…
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Wednesday, November 11
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All day · Middletown
Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County.…
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7:00 AM · Asbury Park
Today is Veterans Day, a time to pause and extend our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We honor all…
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Thursday, November 12
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Manasquan River Group of Artists Art Show
9:00 AM · Wall Township BranchOn display original paintings, oil, acrylic and pastels. Artist Reception Saturday November 14th 12:00-2:00pm
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9:30 AM · West Long Branch NJ 07764
https://www.westlongbranch.org/calendar.aspx?EID=1013
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Friday to Sunday
The weekend leans festive and outdoorsy, from Santa's return to Freehold Raceway Mall to Saturday farmers markets and Sunday runs and markets in Howell.
Friday, November 13
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Santa is Back - Freehold Raceway Mall
10:00 AM · Freehold Raceway Mall, 3710 US-9, Freehold, NJ 07728 · Freehold BoroughIt’s that time of year again, and Santa Claus is on his way to Freehold Raceway Mall! Jolly Old Saint Nick is coming back to the shopping center with even more holiday…
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11:00 AM · Avenue, Long Branch
Girl Dinner at Avenue — Pier Village Gather your girls and indulge in the ultimate Girl Dinner at Avenue in Pier Village, where effortless coastal chic meets your…
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Saturday, November 14
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Dinner (That YOU Make) & a Show at Two River Theater
All day · Two River Theater · Red BankDINNER (THAT YOU MAKE) & A SHOW A NEW WAY TO EXPERIENCE TWO RIVER SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 2:00 PM Matinee of Stir at Two River Theater 4:00 PM Cooking Class at Lunch…
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Asbury Park Sunset Farmers Market
8:00 AM · Fireman’s Park, Asbruy Park · Asbury ParkCommunity farmer’s market featuring seasonable fresh fruit and vegetables, cut flowers. Bread, cheese and Italian pastries and stuffed breads,
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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,…
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Sunday, November 15
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8:00 AM · jetty, Long Branch
Jetty Surf Club isn’t just about catching waves — it’s about plugging into a curated community, coastal culture, and a lifestyle rooted in connection, movement, and…
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Howell Turkey Trot 5K & 2-Mile Run/Walk
9:00 AM · Oak Glen Park, 300 Preventorium Rd, Howell Township, NJ 07731Lace up your sneakers it's Turkey Trot time! Get ready to gobble, wobble, and trot your way to the finish line. It's a fun way to kick off the holiday season, get…
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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…
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Where to eat this week
If you're eating out this week, here are four spots around Long Branch and Asbury Park spanning Portuguese seafood, Italian and Lowcountry Southern cooking.
Long Branch
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Portuguese / Spanish · Google 4.6 (850+ reviews)
Portuguese-Spanish restaurant on Broadway known for paella, mariscada, grilled octopus and garlic shrimp.
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Tuscan Italian · Google 4.7 (400+ reviews)
West End Tuscan trattoria where chef Pat Trama cooks seasonal, farm-to-table Italian dishes.
Asbury Park
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Italian · Asbury institution since 1982
Old-school red-sauce Italian (since 1982) with booths, a classic bar and a '50s-'60s atmosphere, plus valet parking.
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Palmetto Southern Kitchen + Bar
Lowcountry Southern · Ocean views on the boardwalkSouth Carolina-inspired boardwalk restaurant across from the Stone Pony, with a raw bar, fried chicken and Lowcountry seafood.
That's the week ahead. Keep an eye on the Thursday and Friday rain if you're planning anything outdoors, and check with organizers before heading out, since details can change. Enjoy the sunny start to the week and the quieter stretch before the holidays.
Quick answers
What's happening in Monmouth County this week?
For Nov 9–15, highlights include Asbury Park Sunset Farmers Market on Saturday in Asbury Park, Highlands Farmers Market on Saturday in Huddy Park and Harvest Market - Howell on Sunday in Howell. This guide lists 16 events day by day.