Monmouth GuideThings to do in Ocean Township, NJ
Events, food and outdoor spots in Ocean Township, Monmouth County, for Nov 13–15. Updated every day.
This weekend in Ocean Township · Nov 13–15
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Joe Baracata Band 25th Anniversary Show at The Stone Pony
Friday · 7:00 PM · The Stone Pony · Asbury ParkJoe 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!…
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Asbury Park Sunset Farmers Market
Saturday · 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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Christmas Antiques Market - Matawan Borough Hall
Saturday · 8:00 AM · Matawan Borough Hall, 201 Broad Street, matawan, nj, 07747, usThe Matawan Historical Society and Matawan Borough Recreation invite you to step back into Christmases past at our first-ever Christmas Antiques Market! Browse vendor…
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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,…
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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…
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Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair - Port Monmouth
Saturday · 10:00 AM · VFW, 1 Veterans Ln, Port Monmouth, NJ 07758 · MiddletownCome 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.
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Annual events in Ocean Township
Eat & drink in Ocean Township
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Diner · Open since 1974
Family-owned Route 35 diner serving classic diner fare since 1974.
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Deli · Local favorite since 1971
Family-owned deli and grill since 1971, loved for big sandwiches, homemade rolls and pancakes.
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Italian · Serving since 1929
Traditional Italian restaurant dating to 1929 in Asbury Park, now on Route 35, known for seafood fra diavolo, scampi and generous dinner specials.
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Indian · Google 4.9 (300+ reviews)
Family-owned Punjabi North Indian restaurant (since 1991) with lunch and dinner buffets and standout tikka masala and garlic naan.
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Bagels · Asbury Park Press readers' top bagel pick
Kosher-supervised bagel bakery (since 1979) that hand-rolls, boils and bakes bagels the old-fashioned way.
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Italian Deli
Italian salumeria and deli on Sunset Avenue known for its sandwiches; closed Wednesdays.
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Mediterranean
Mediterranean restaurant on West Park Avenue with halal and vegetarian options.
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Breakfast & American
Breakfast and lunch spot on Sunset Avenue; closed Sundays.
Outdoors in Ocean Township
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Weltz Conservation Area Off-Leash Dog Area
A nearly half-acre fenced off-leash area in Oakhurst open to dogs of all sizes.
Explore in Ocean Township
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An indoor trampoline park with wall-to-wall trampolines, dodgeball, climbing walls and a ninja course.
About Ocean Township
The Township of Ocean (Monmouth County) covers the communities of Oakhurst, Wanamassa and Wayside, just inland from Deal and Asbury Park. Town Hall is at 399 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst. (Not to be confused with Ocean Township in Ocean County.)
Ocean Township town info
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Town hall
Township of Ocean Town Hall732-531-5000 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
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Police (non-emergency)
Township of Ocean Police Department (non-emergency)Emergencies: call 911. -
Public works
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Trash & recycling
Automated collection: garbage (green township cart) and single-stream recycling (blue township cart) are picked up once a week on the same day, based on your zone (4 zones; see the Street Zone Index). Carts go out after 6 p.m. the night before and no later than 6 a.m., with lid arrows pointing to the street and 3 ft of clearance. Carts must be off the curb by 8 a.m. the next day. Only township carts are collected.
Bulk pickup: Bulk trash and wood are collected once a month on a designated Monday by zone (out after 6 p.m. Sunday or before 6 a.m. Monday). Leaf and brush schedules are in the 2026 Recycling Guide. DPW: 732-531-5001.
Township of Ocean Sanitation & Recycling (Public Works): 732-531-5001
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.
Ocean Township on the blog
- Things to Do in Ocean Township, NJ: November 2026 Local GuideThursday, November 5
- Rainy Day in Monmouth County? 8 Indoor Things to Do (Nov 11–13)Wednesday, November 11
- 7 Family-Friendly Things to Do in Monmouth County This NovemberTuesday, November 10
Ocean Township news
What the county’s outlets are reporting from Ocean Township, newest first, each headline linked to the outlet that wrote it. Read Ocean Township news →
Quick answers
Where should I eat in Ocean Township, NJ?
Local picks include Blue Swan Diner (Diner), Grossman's Deli & Grill (Deli) and Posillipo Italian Restaurant (Italian).
Where can I go outside in Ocean Township?
Try Weltz Conservation Area Off-Leash Dog Area.
What is the non-emergency number for Ocean Township police?
Township of Ocean Police Department (non-emergency): 732-531-1800. For emergencies, call 911.
What is the phone number for Ocean Township town hall?
Township of Ocean Town Hall: 732-531-5000, 399 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ 07755 (Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm).
When is trash and recycling pickup in Ocean Township?
Automated collection: garbage (green township cart) and single-stream recycling (blue township cart) are picked up once a week on the same day, based on your zone (4 zones; see the Street Zone Index). Carts go out after 6 p.m. the night before and no later than 6 a.m., with lid arrows pointing to the street and 3 ft of clearance. Carts must be off the curb by 8 a.m. the next day. Only township carts are collected.
Holiday season: see Thanksgiving events, holiday events across Monmouth County and tree lightings by town, including Ocean Township’s if it’s listed.
Looking further afield? See all Monmouth County events this weekend or the best of Monmouth County.