Train Festival/Suds And Stogies: South Jersey Events

Here's a look at some upcoming events, courtesy our friends at Visit South Jersey:

Adventure Aquarium Mermaids
November 8, 9, 10 &11 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM
Adventure Aquarium, Camden Waterfront

Are mermaids real? Adventure Aquarium invites you to believe in the possibility! Your family can experience the magical world of mermaids every day during this limited engagement. Prepare to be mesmerized as you witness a real-life mermaid swimming among the largest collection of sharks on the east coast, stingrays, and hundreds of fish. You can even visit with a mermaid on dry land during daily meet and greets!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/adventure-aquarium-mermaids/
Link: https://www.adventureaquarium.com/What-To-Do-In-New-Jersey/Special-Events/Mermaids?fbclid=IwAR3ezrcdBz-zcbB81iniscx593hP5EHwF7OnGwsto8-6zmrRyQ-mLIKjvYA

Friends Giving Can Release Party
Tonight! November 8 | 4 PM - 10 PM
Double Nickel Brewing Co., Pennsauken

Double Nickel Brewing Co. is releasing Friends Giving “pot luck” IPA, a collaboration with Tonewood Brewing, Cape May Brewing Co., and Urban Village Brewing Company! They will have a limited amount available for purchase. As part of their Friends Giving Initiative, Double Nickel will be donating all of the proceeds from this beer to local charities working to help feed families in need.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/friends-giving-can-release-party/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/512453772869754/

Exit Zero Jazz Festival
November 9, 10 & 11 | Times Vary
Downtown Cape May

The Exit Zero Jazz Festival is a multi-venue festival with three full days of performances. A wide array of jazz and other genres of music are presented throughout the weekend as music lovers stroll between the venues, most of which line the Cape May beachfront. With first-rate performances from award-winning, critically acclaimed artists, exciting new talent, and local favorites, the Exit Zero Jazz Festival has quickly become known as a premier festival on the east coast that attracts world class musicians, music aficionados, and new fans of the music.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/exit-zero-jazz-festival-4/
Link: http://www.exit0jazzfest.com/

Into the Woods
November 9, 10 & 11 | Showtimes Vary
The Ritz Theatre Company, Haddon Township

The Ritz Theatre Company closes their 33rd year with a Stephen Sondheim classic, Into the Woods. Little Red Riding Hood, the Wolf, Cinderella, and the Witch return for a triumphant encore! Act One introduces you to all of your favorite fairytale characters, but then in Act Two, the beans, the giant, the witch, and the beanstalk all come tumbling down. The music you love, the stories you've known...or have you? Don't miss out! The show runs through November 18th.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/the-ritz-theatre-co-brings-stephen-sondheims-into-the-woods-to-our-main-stage/
Link: http://www.ritztheatreco.org/show/into-the-woods/

Food Truck Friday
Friday, November 9 | 5 PM - 8:30 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. This week's featured food truck is Il Fuocco Dentro Pizza and performing live is Brian Bachorz.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/food-truck-friday-19/
Link: https://www.whitehorsewinery.com/

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

Come enjoy wine and live music at Sharrott Winery! Live music will be in Sharrott's new 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 new 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!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/friday-live-music-series-16/
Link: https://sharrottwinery.com/events/friday-live-music-series-megan-knight-nov-9/

Christmas Craft Night
Friday, November 9 | 7 PM - 9 PM
Bellview Winery, Landisville

Join Bellview Winery for a night of Christmas crafting as they show you how to deck your halls with a beautiful holiday wreath! Tickets are $35 per person and include all materials required for the wreath and a glass of wine. Wreaths will measure between 18 and 22 inches when finished. Tickets may be purchased online. Light fare will be available, as well as wine by the glass, bottle, or growler.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/christmas-craft-night-wreaths/
Link: http://www.bellviewwinery.com/

Wine & Music Series: Karaoke Night
Friday, November 9 | 7 PM - 10 PM
Summit City Winery, Glassboro

Come out to Summit City Winery for an evening of karaoke hosted by Johnny Tocco! A special thanks will be presented to all participants and the winner. There is no cover charge and you are welcome to bring your own food. Also don't miss Country Night with DJ Steve Carroll on Saturday!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/wine-music-series-karaoke-night-6/
Link: http://summitcityfarms.com/Events_Schedule.php

Neighborhood Toy Store Day
Saturday, November 10 | 10 AM - 6 PM
Wonder World Toys, Downtown Medford

Wonder World Toys is celebrating Neighborhood Toy Store Day along with many other specialty toy stores across the United States! This is a day for toy stores to celebrate their uniqueness and highlight all of the fun toys they have to offer. Throughout the day, Wonder World Toys will be hosting an array of crafts and playtime activities. They will also have people play The Ring Challenge for a chance to win discounts off their entire purchase!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/neighborhood-toy-store-day/
Link: http://www.wonderworldmedford.com/

DiggerFest
November 10 & 11 | 11 AM - 5 PM
Diggerland USA, West Berlin

Join Diggerland USA for their final Fall Celebration of the season! The park will be decked out in fall decorations and there are plenty of great activities the entire family will enjoy such as pumpkin decorating, hay rides, corn maze, axe throwing, pumpkin launching, live music, fire pits, and more! There will also be a Fall Diggerland Parade and special fall foods including pumpkin spice funnel cakes and s'mores!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/diggerfest-6/
Link: https://www.diggerlandusa.com/2018/posts/diggerfest-2018/

Train Festival
November 10 & 11 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Camden Children's Garden, Camden Waterfront

Don't miss the Camden Children's Garden's annual Train Festival! They will have Polar Express story time, arts and crafts, games, and awesome concession food!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/train-festival-2/
Link:https://www.facebook.com/events/2062629577120801/

Collingswood Food Tour
Saturday, November 10 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Downtown Collingswood

On The Town Food Tours invites you to take a tour of Collingswood and sample global flavors along the way. Prepare you palate for delicious traditional and modern Indian cuisine and try delectable homemade Ecuadorian-style street food. A few blocks down the road, you'll taste the flavors of Mexico and enjoy a unique tasting of international olive oils and vinegars. Stop by a modern patisserie for a bite and a bakery lesson from the pastry chef. Lastly, take a moment to relish in a sweet and savory snack of gourmet popcorn varieties made with the finest natural ingredients. Tickets must be purchased in advance on the company website.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/collingswood-food-tour-6/
Link: http://www.onthetownfoodtours.com/

Suds & Stogies on the Battleship
Saturday, November 10 | 1 PM - 5 PM
Battleship New Jersey, Camden Waterfront

Enjoy samples of holiday craft beers and ciders, courtesy of Kramer Beverage, on the fantail of the Battleship New Jersey, as well as try out and purchase cigars from Cappelli Brothers on the pier! Guests can take a tour of the battleship, listen to live music, and eat delicious food. Craft beers available to be sampled include Evil Genius, Sweetwater, Heavy Seas, Flying Fish, Jersey Girl, Narragansett, Artisan Orchards, Double Nickel, Quaker City Malts, Sam Adams, and Bonesaw. Tickets can be purchased online. You must be 21 or older to attend.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/suds-stogies-on-the-battleship/
Link: https://www.battleshipnewjersey.org/

Pics & Pipes
Saturday, November 10 | 7 PM
Alloway Baptist Church, Alloway

Music Around The County presents Pics and Pipes, the 1928 silent film comedy The Cameraman starring Buster Keaton and featuring renowned theater organist Wayne Zimmerman! Admission is free. Music Around The County is a program of the Salem County Arts Alliance and the Salem County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/pics-pipes/
Link: https://visitsalemcountynj.com/

Veteran's Day Fondue Special
Sunday, November 11 | 3 PM - 10 PM
The Melting Pot, Maple Shade

The Melting Pot honors and appreciates those who serve our country! All active and retired military personnel will receive 15% off their total bill when you stop by on Veterans Day.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/veterans-day-fondue-special/
Link: https://www.meltingpot.com/maple-shade-nj/melting-pot-events.aspx

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