Monmouth County Labor Day Weekend Events
Thompson Park Canoe Rentals
Saturday & Sunday, September 2 & 3, 2023
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
732-842-4000Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake in Thompson Park, Lincroft. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to ages 3 and up, under 18 with adult. All rentals must be returned by 3 p.m. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only.
Historic Battery Lewis Tours
Saturday & Sunday, September 2 & 3, 2023
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour the restored Historic Battery Lewis in the Rocky Point section of Hartshorne Woods Park, Highlands, and learn about the history of this important former coastal defense site. FREE!
Accordion Melodies of the 1890s
Saturday, September 2, 2023, 1-3 p.m.
Hear melodies of the 1890s played on the accordion during your visit to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE!
Cookstove Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm
Saturday, September 2, 2023, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
See what’s cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE!
Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir
Saturday-Monday, September 2-4, 2023
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-751-9453
These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only.
The Casual Birder at Manasquan Reservoir
Tuesday, September 5, 2023, 9 a.m.
Join a Park System Naturalist for a laid-back morning bird walk at Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. Meet at the Visitor Center. We’ll meander through the park for about an hour and a half to see what birds we can find. Participants should expect to be walking a few miles (2-4) on sometimes uneven or muddy terrain. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. FREE!
Central NJ Labor Day Weekend Events
Manasquan Labor Day Concert & Fireworks
Saturday, September 2, 2023; @ 7:30pm
Main Beach
Main St & 1st Ave
Manasquan, NJ
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This family event features Concert at 7:30pm by the Walnutz, followed by Fireworks on Main Beach.
Monmouth Park Labor Day Weekend BBQ & Craft Beer Festival
September 2, 3, 4, 2023; 11:00am to 5:00pm
Monmouth Park Racetrack
Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport, NJ
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Parking is FREE!
This Labor Day weekend from 11am to 5pm, join in for three days of delicious BBQ and a great selection of brews in their NJ Craft Beer Garden. The Craft Beer Garden will feature over 40 NJ craft beers to choose from. Enjoy live music from 12-4pm all three days! After the Reign rocks out on Saturday, followed by West End Dogs Sunday and Chris Morrisy on Monday. FREE Family Fun Day activities take place from 12-4pm on Saturday and Sunday featuring pony rides, clowns, face painters and a bounce house.
Viking Village Art & Craft Show
September 3, 2023; 10:00 am – 4:30 pm (rain or shine)
Historic Viking Village
19th & Bayview Avenue
Barnegat Light, NJ
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Free admission
This event features over 70 vendors with Fine Arts, Photography, Ceramics, Wood Crafts, Clothing, Handmade Jewelry and Accessories.
Annual South Plainfield Labor Day Parade & Fireworks
Monday, September 4, 2023
Spring Lake Park
South Plainfield, NJ
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The parade starts at the Police Athletic League [PAL] Recreation Center on Maple Avenue at Noon.
Immediately following parade, enjoy the festivities at the Veterans’ Memorial Park (ÄÃÈ Elm Street – behind the South Plainfield Senior Center). Fireworks at dusk at Spring Lake Park