Monmouth GuideThings to do in Manalapan, NJ
Events, food and outdoor spots in Manalapan, Monmouth County, for Nov 13–15. Updated every day.
This weekend in Manalapan · Nov 13–15
Friday, November 13
-
The Village at Anne Ellen - Manalapan
5:00 PM · Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm, 114 Daum Road, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726After dark, the farm turns into something else. Check in at the ticket booth, take the hayride through the tree fields, and step off into a walk-through Christmas…
familyvia Monmouth County Tourism
Saturday, November 14
-
2:00 PM · Headquarters, Manalapan
Co-sponsored by the Manalapan Diversity Committee Join us for a vibrant Diwali Celebration at Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan on Saturday, November…
communityvia Monmouth County Library -
The Village at Anne Ellen - Manalapan
5:00 PM · Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm, 114 Daum Road, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726After dark, the farm turns into something else. Check in at the ticket booth, take the hayride through the tree fields, and step off into a walk-through Christmas…
familyvia Monmouth County Tourism
Sunday, November 15
-
The Village at Anne Ellen - Manalapan
5:00 PM · Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm, 114 Daum Road, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726After dark, the farm turns into something else. Check in at the ticket booth, take the hayride through the tree fields, and step off into a walk-through Christmas…
familyvia Monmouth County Tourism
Annual events in Manalapan
- MAC Fall Kids FestNext: Nov 22, 2026
- Maple Leaf Farms Fall Fun FestLast held Oct 31, 2026
- Happy Day Farm Fall Harvest FestivalLast held Nov 8, 2026
Eat & drink in Manalapan
-
Chinese · Zagat- and NYT-recognized
Upscale gourmet Chinese restaurant (est. 1975) noted by the New York Times and Zagat.
-
Greek
Greek and Mediterranean dining known for whole grilled fish, lamb and souvlaki, with a full bar.
-
Dusal's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
Pizza / ItalianNeighborhood pizzeria praised for its pies, garlic knots and shrimp scampi.
-
Mexican
Quick-service Mexican restaurant on Route 9, sister to Mezza Luna next door.
-
Diner
Route 33 diner open daily from 8am to 9pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
-
Ice Cream
Ice cream stand on Route 33 with a wide variety of ice cream choices.
-
Italian
Reservations-only BYOB Italian trattoria on Route 33 sourcing ingredients from New Jersey to Italy; dinner Tuesday to Sunday.
-
American
Local bar and grill with a full bar, draft beer, a spacious patio and weekly entertainment.
Outdoors in Manalapan
-
A county-run public golf course in Manalapan.
About Manalapan
A western Monmouth County township and home to the Monmouth County Library headquarters and part of Monmouth Battlefield State Park.
Manalapan town info
-
Town hall
Manalapan Township Hall120 Route 522, Manalapan, NJ 07726 -
Police (non-emergency)
Manalapan Police Department (non-emergency)Emergencies: call 911. -
Public works
Manalapan Public Works (Roads)732-446-8403 · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
207 Route 522, Manalapan, NJ 07726 -
Trash & recycling
Township-contracted garbage (Roselle/Suburban Disposal) is collected once a week by zone; an optional second weekly pickup is available by subscription from the hauler. Single-stream recycling goes in resident-supplied bins per the 2026 schedule. Put everything curbside the night before or by 6 AM.
Bulk pickup: Two furniture bulk items are collected on your last garbage day of each month (no metal or TVs).
Manalapan Garbage & Recycling (DPW): 732-446-8404 · Recycling center Mon-Sat 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Paint, chemicals and other household hazardous waste go to the county facility in Tinton Falls (free for Monmouth County residents). Numbers come from official town sites; call ahead to confirm hours.
Manalapan on the blog
- Things to Do in Manalapan, NJ: October 2026 Local GuideSunday, October 18
- The Weekend Edition: Things to Do in Monmouth County, Nov 6–8, 2026Friday, November 6
- This Week in Monmouth County: Events Nov 2–8, 2026Monday, November 2
Manalapan news
What the county’s outlets are reporting from Manalapan, newest first, each headline linked to the outlet that wrote it. Read Manalapan news →
Quick answers
What is there to do in Manalapan this weekend?
For Nov 13–15, Manalapan has The Village at Anne Ellen - Manalapan (Friday), The Village at Anne Ellen - Manalapan (Saturday) and The Village at Anne Ellen - Manalapan (Sunday), plus 1 more events.
Where should I eat in Manalapan, NJ?
Local picks include Peking Pavilion (Chinese), Anemos Greek Cuisine (Greek) and Dusal's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria (Pizza / Italian).
Where can I go outside in Manalapan?
Try Pine Brook Golf Course.
What is the non-emergency number for Manalapan police?
Manalapan Police Department (non-emergency): 732-446-4300. For emergencies, call 911.
What is the phone number for Manalapan town hall?
Manalapan Township Hall: 732-446-3200, 120 Route 522, Manalapan, NJ 07726.
When is trash and recycling pickup in Manalapan?
Township-contracted garbage (Roselle/Suburban Disposal) is collected once a week by zone; an optional second weekly pickup is available by subscription from the hauler. Single-stream recycling goes in resident-supplied bins per the 2026 schedule. Put everything curbside the night before or by 6 AM.
Holiday season: see Thanksgiving events, holiday events across Monmouth County and tree lightings by town, including Manalapan’s if it’s listed.
Looking further afield? See all Monmouth County events this weekend or the best of Monmouth County.