Down & Derby Wine Festival Highlights Week Of South Jersey Events

Here's a look at some upcoming events in Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem counties, courtesy our friends at Visit South Jersey.

Featured Event:
Down & Derby Wine Festival
Saturday, May 4 | 3 PM - 7 PM
Cooper River Park, Pennsauken Township

Sample delicious reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling wines from South Jersey's leading wine producers while immersing yourself in Kentucky Derby themed fashion and festivities at the Down and Derby Wine Festival! Guests can sip and strut down the red carpet and show off their derby day style, as well as learn how to bet like the pros with the help of on-site race waging experts. There will be live music, podcasts, and fun games. Participating wineries include: William Heritage Winery, Bellview Winery, Auburn Road Winery, White Horse Winery, Villari Vineyards, Wagonhouse Winery, Sharrott Winery, Cedar Rose Vineyards, and more! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/down-derby-wine-festival/
Link: https://www.downandderbywinefest.com/e/down-and-derby-wine-festival

Haddonfield Sculpture Month
April 1 - 30 | All Day
Downtown Haddonfield

April is Haddonfield Sculpture Month! Tour nearly 20 figurative and abstract sculptures, meet the artists, preview new sculptures, shop at a pop-up DinoStore celebrating "Haddy," the famous Hadrosaurus foulkii, go on a scavenger hunt and so much more. For more information, visit the Haddonfield Outdoor Sculpture Trust's website and social media. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/haddonfield-sculpture-month/
Link: http://downtownhaddonfield.com/events/haddonfield-outdoor-sculpture-month/

Delaware Spring Quarter Horse Show
April 11, 12, 13 & 14 | 8 AM - 5 PM
DREAM Park, Logan Township

The Gloucester County DREAM Park is hosting a variety of free, family-fun shows this April, including the Delaware Spring Quarter Horse Show! This event will showcase the speed and skill of the Quarter Horse, an American breed of horse that excels at sprinting short distances. For any questions, please contact the DREAM Park at (856) 241-1415. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/delaware-spring-quarter-horse-show/
Link: http://dreamparknj.com/

Customer Appreciation Week
April 11, 12, 13 & 14 | 3 PM - 10 PM
The Melting Pot, Maple Shade

The Melting Pot appreciates all of their wonderful customers for their ongoing support, so they are saying "thank you" by hosting an annual Customer Appreciation Week! Guests can enjoy four delicious fondue courses for just $32.99, plus a Dip Certificate! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/customer-appreciation/
Link: https://www.meltingpot.com/maple-shade-nj/melting-pot-events.aspx#event-customerappreciation

Friday Live Music Series
Friday, April 12 | 6 PM - 9 PM
Sharrott Winery, Hammonton

Come enjoy wine and live music at Sharrott Winery! Live music will be in Sharrott's tasting room with indoor and outdoor seating available. Wine tastings are $10 per person and include six samples of Sharrott's award-winning wines. They also have delicious food options and gourmet flatbreads from their wine bar menu. Can't make it out on Friday? Don't worry, Sharrott Winery has live music performances every Saturday and Sunday as well! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/friday-live-music-series-38/
Link: https://sharrottwinery.com/events/friday-live-music-series-mike-lunemann-apr-12/

Food Truck Friday
Friday, April 12 | 6 PM - 10 PM
White Horse Winery, Hammonton

Start your weekend off right with food trucks and live music at White Horse Winery! White Horse Winery's live music performances are held in their spacious tasting room or on their outdoor patio depending upon weather. Performing live this week is Dynasty Marie and the featured food truck is Top Shelf Mobile Cuisine. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/food-truck-friday-at-whw-5/
Link: https://www.whitehorsewinery.com/live-music-calendar

Wine & Music Series: Karaoke Night
Friday, April 12 | 7 PM - 10 PM
Summit City Winery, Glassboro

Come out and join Summit City Winery for an evening of karaoke hosted by Gary Sees! A special thanks will be presented to all participants. There is no cover charge and you are welcome to bring your own food. Summit City’s Wine and Live Music Series takes place every Friday and Saturday evening. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/wine-music-series-karaoke-night-11/
Link: http://summitcityfarms.com/Events_Schedule.php

Get The Led Out
April 12 & 13 | 8 PM
Scottish Rite Auditorium, Collingswood

From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) has captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you've never seen before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-creates the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves performed. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/get-the-led-out-2/
Link: http://camdencounty.com/scottish-rite-concert-series

11th Annual Collingswood Green Festival
Saturday, April 13 | 9 AM - 2 PM
Downtown Collingswood

Celebrate spring and all things green by joining your friends and neighbors at Collingswood's 11th Annual Green Festival! At the festival you can explore local sustainable food, organic gardening, water conservation, renewable energy, environmentally-friendly construction, and more! Learn more about smart green living from local activists and experts, and enjoy al fresco dining from local restaurants. There will also be local artisans selling recycled and upcycled goods. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/11th-annual-collingswood-green-festival/
Link: http://www.collingswood.com/things_to_do/arts_and_events/green_festival.php

Pitman Grove Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 13 | 10 AM - 12 PM
Pitman Grove Auditorium, Uptown Pitman

Join Uptown Pitman for lots of free fun activities to celebrate the Easter season! There will be an egg hunt, games, a garden craft, scavenger hunt, face painting and more! The rain date is April 20th. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/pitman-grove-easter-egg-hunt-2/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2301262480158280/

Egg & Veggie Hunt
Saturday, April 13 | 10 AM - 2 PM
Coombs Barnyard, Elmer

Come to Coombs Barnyard for their annual Egg and Veggie Hunt! Guests can go on hayrides, visit with the barnyard animals, visit with the Easter Bunny, and participate in the Egg and Veggie Hunt. Collected eggs will be empty but will be turned in to the Easter Bunny for an EGGcellent and tasty surprise. There will also be barrel train rides and egg decorating stations. The cost is $10 per child and $5 for adults. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/egg-veggie-hunt/
Link: http://www.coombsbarnyard.com/events/

Nature Center Grand Opening
Saturday, April 13 | 10 AM - 3 PM
Scotland Run Park, Clayton

Don't miss the grand opening of the newly renovated Nature Center at Scotland Run Park! The event will feature live animals, nature center tours, lake studies, and an Americore Rain Barrel workshop. There will also be a lecture from the Nature Center's Park Naturalist, Dr. Daniel Duran. This event is free and will be held rain or shine. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/scotland-run-park-nature-center-grand-opening/
Link: http://www.co.gloucester.nj.us/

Spring Break at Diggerland
April 13 - 28 | 11 AM - 6 PM
Diggerland USA, West Berlin

Make every day of spring break count by heading to Diggerland USA! At this construction-themed amusement park, children and adults have the opportunity to drive, ride and operate heavy machinery. Be sure to check out their new attractions for the 2019 season! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/spring-break-at-diggerland/
Link: https://www.diggerlandusa.com/

Saturday on the Crushpad
Saturday, April 13 | 11 AM - 6 PM
Hawk Haven Winery, Rio Grande

Warm up your palate with an educational wine tasting, then head to the crushpad with a glass of your favorite Hawk Haven wine and enjoy the vineyard views! Be sure to try one of Hawk Haven's new wine flights featuring small glasses of red or white wines. Then pair that wine with something from the Barrel Room Cheese Shop menu featuring gourmet cheeses and charcuterie. A variety of musical performances by local singer-songwriters rounds off everything into a perfect getaway. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/saturday-on-the-crushpad-2/
Link: http://hawkhavenvineyard.com/events/saturday-on-the-crushpad/

Dandelion Release Weekend
April 13 & 14 | 12 PM - 5 PM
Bellview Winery, Landisville

Spring is on the way and with it comes warmer weather and the public release of Bellview Winery's 2018 vintage Dandelion Wine! Alongside their newest vintage, Bellview will be tasting some that have been aging in the cellar. The older vintages of Dandelion Wine allow you to taste dramatic changes in flavor that occur over time. Throughout the day, the winery will also be holding several tours of the vineyard. Admission is free, however there is a fee for wine tasting. So grab a wine lover and come to Belliew to experience something a little different! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/dandelion-release-weekend-2/
Link: http://www.bellviewwinery.com/calendar/list/

Bordentown Food Tour
Saturday, April 13 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Downtown Bordentown

On The Town Food Tours invites you to take a walking food tour of historic Downtown Bordentown! Taste upscale Italian tapas, authentic Neapolitan pizza with hand-picked ingredients, and flavorful street food from an American, Italian, and Spanish fusion restaurant. After that, enjoy a unique tasting experience of olive oils and vinegars from around the world. Finish up the tour with an extensive variety of homemade ice cream flavors. Reservations must be made in advance. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/bordentown-food-tour-5/
Link: http://www.onthetownfoodtours.com/bordentown-tour/

Rancocas Woods Antiques & Collectibles Market
Sunday, April 14 | 9 AM - 3 PM
Rancocas Woods, Mount Laurel

Second Sundays in Rancocas Woods feature an outdoor vintage and antique market that includes dozens of local dealers and collectors. There will also be food trucks and live music. This event is presented by Made and Found. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/rancocas-woods-antiques-collectibles-market-presented-by-made-found/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/madeandfoundmkt

Spring Festival
Sunday, April 14 | 12 PM - 4 PM
Red Bank Battlefield Park, National Park

Take a step back in time and join Red Bank Battlefield for their Spring Festival! Enjoy family fun activities such as crafts and games, visiting with farm animals, hearth cooking, candle making and more! There will be crafters and vendors, as well as colonial demonstrations and sheep shearing demonstrations. For more information, call (856) 307-6456. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/spring-festival/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/652414008508120/