There’s plenty to do throughout South Jersey in the upcoming months. Whether you are a long-time local or frequent visitor, autumn is the perfect time to experience all that our area has to offer. Here at Shore Local, we’re looking at some of the most anticipated events ahead, so sit back, relax, and read all about what’s happening.
Good Old Days Festival
- Saturday, Sept. 12, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Kennedy Plaza
The Somers Point community comes together for this highly anticipated end-of-summer celebration. Held at scenic John F. Kennedy Park, this event offers plenty of live music, delicious food, games, kid’s activities, and vendor booths, along with an antique car show and beer garden. Good Old Days will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ocean City Airport Festival and Aerobatic Airshow
- Saturday, Sept. 19 & Sunday, Sept. 20
Ocean City Airport and Boardwalk
High-flying aerobatic action returns to America’s Greatest Family Resort. The Airport Festival kicks off airshow weekend on Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with family-friendly activities, contests, airplane tours, and plenty of photo opportunities, along with on-site demonstrations. The excitement shifts to the following Sunday at 1 p.m. Beach and boardwalk-goers will witness thrilling aircraft flyovers, stunt pilot displays, and a Coast Guard demonstration.
Downbeach Seafood Festival
- Saturday, Sept. 19 & Sunday, Sept. 20
Ski Beach, Ventnor
Hosted by Good Time Tricycle Productions, this two-day event brings together the top South Jersey restaurants for a weekend of amazing food, craft beer, live music, and family fun. Attendees will enjoy chef-led cooking demos, interactive exhibits, and locally crafted art. Adding to the excitement is the Oyster Tour of the Shore, and the always popular Chowder Cook-Off, with proceeds benefiting the Community FoodBank of New Jersey.
48 Blocks Festival in Atlantic City
- Saturday, Sept. 19, 12 – 8 p.m.
Uptown Park and Fisherman’s Park, 420 Melrose Avenue
The Atlantic City Arts Foundation is setting the stage for their free, all-day, all ages festival. Celebrate the city’s creative spirit with two stages of live music, theater, and poetry, alongside mural demonstrations, art activities, food, vendors, and community resources.
Absecon CreekFest
- Saturday, Sept. 19, 2 – 7 p.m.
Faunce Landing
Join Absecon Community Affairs for their annual event, featuring dozens of food trucks, drinks, and family fun in celebration of 250th anniversary of America. Attendees will enjoy live music by the Motts Creek Pickerd and Brandon Ireland Band.
Terror in the Junkyard
- Friday, Sept. 25 – Saturday, Oct. 31
Flemings Junkyard, Egg Harbor Township
Spooky season is right around the corner, and Terror in the Junkyard will provide South Jersey with the right amount of thrills perfect for any brisk autumn night. Take a ride on the haunted hayride or step inside the haunted maze… if you dare.
Margate Fall Funfest by the Bay
- Saturday, Sept. 26 & Sunday, Sept. 27
Amherst Avenue between Coolidge and Decatur Avenues
Two full days of mouthwatering food, fine arts and crafts, non-profit appearances, and a plethora of kid’s activities. There will be plenty of live music, a kid’s stage, wetlands display, a parade featuring Miss New Jersey, and so much more. Adding to the excitement is the 28th Annual Steve & Cookie’s Dog Show, held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27, with proceeds benefiting the Humane Society of Ocean City.
Smithville Oktoberfest
- Saturday, Oct. 3 & Sunday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Historic Smithville
Attendees will experience two full days of food, over 150 craft vendors, kid’s activities, music, and more, alongside train and carousel rides, paddle boat excursions, antique arcades, and the Shoppes encompassing the Village Greene. Historic Smithville will also host their annual Italian Festival on Saturday, Sept. 19 and Irish Festival Oct. 10 & 11.
Upper Township Fall Fest
- Sunday, Oct. 4, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Amanda’s Field
This annual family fun event is popular among locals, with dozens of regional craft vendors, a wide selection of food and drinks, and music by Lost Sailors. This year’s festivities will include laser tag, portable racing, a free classic car show, and Eagles football live on the big screen.
Ocean City Fall Block Party
- Saturday, Oct. 10, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Asbury Avenue from Fifth to 14th Streets
Held rain or shine, the Fall Block Party is one of the region’s most anticipated events, featuring more than 350 crafters and artisan vendors, delicious food, live music, local businesses, and organizations. Enjoy the splendor of the shore and shop for amazing deals.
Mays Landing Ghost Walk
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 5 – 8 p.m.
Downtown Mays Landing
With spooky season right around the corner, this is one event you will want to add to your bucket list. Hosted by the Hamilton Historical Society, the annual Ghost Walk will take guests on a guided tour as spirited historical figures will come to life and share the true tales of historic Mays Landing.
Fleming’s Pumpkin Run
- Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Flemings Junkyard, Egg Harbor Township
It’s never too early to add the Flemings Pumpkin Run to your fall bucket list. As one of the region’s largest and most-anticipated auto shows, attendees will enjoy hundreds of antique cars and trucks, classic engines, tractors, pumpkin chucking, and a large open-air flea market.
Events Galore
As we move into the fall season, keep reading Shore Local to find out about all the latest activities taking place throughout Southern New Jersey. If you have an event that you would like to see in our weekly calendars, we would love to hear from you. Please send an email to shorelocalevents@gmail.com.
