Festivals, Fairs & More: This Weekend In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — The weekend has finally arrived.

As the summer season begins, there’s plenty of June events happening along the Jersey Shore.

Whether you’re looking to participate in community celebrations, enjoy a day of live racing, or check out some local art, here are five events happening around Monmouth County this weekend:

Canterbury Fair 2026

• Date: Saturday
• Location: St. George’s By The River Church (7 Lincoln Avenue, Rumson)
• Details: Enjoy a selection of garden items, jewelry, baked goods, a Canterbury Kids section and more at the Canterbury Fair. Proceeds from the fair will go toward St. George’s ministries and outreach partners.

Pride In The Park

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Riverside Gardens Park (42 W. Front Street, Red Bank)
• Details: Take part in an afternoon of community, entertainment, Pride celebrations and more at Red Bank’s annual Pride In The Park. Attendees can also register their dogs for a Doggy Fashion Contest.

Allaire Arts Festival

• Date: Saturday
• Location: The Historic Village at Allaire (4263 Atlantic Avenue, Farmingdale)
• Details: Check out the Allaire Arts Festival where over 30 local artists will be selling their pieces of art in the village. Held in collaboration with the Arts Society of Monmouth County.

The 54th New Jersey Irish Festival

• Date: Sunday
• Location: Monmouth Park (Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport)
• Details: Join Monmouth Park for a traditional Irish mass and a day of live racing, Irish foods, vendors, music and more at the 54th Annual New Jersey Irish Festival. Tickets required.

Juneteenth Celebration

• Date: Sunday
• Location: Main Street (Downtown Freehold Borough)
• Details: Join Monmouth County Diversity Alliance, Inc. as they host the annual Juneteenth Celebration in Downtown Freehold, with food, music, vendors and more.