Live Music, Festival, 5K & More: This Weekend In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — The weekend is almost here.

As June continues and we get closer to events like Juneteenth and Father’s Day, there are plenty of events and celebrations planned along the Jersey Shore.

Whether you’re looking to hear some live music, spend a day with the family, or take part in a 5K, here are seven local events you can check out this weekend:

Sublime

• Date: Friday
• Location: ParkStage (East Freehold Park Showgrounds)
• Details: For those looking to kick off the weekend with some live music, you can see Sublime when they perform at Monmouth County and the Basie Center’s new open-air performance venue. Tickets required.

Red Bank Classic 5K

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Starts at 86 Broad Street
• Details: Take part in the Red Bank Classic 5K followed by music, prizes and more. Registration required.

Arts & Crafts Festival

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Middletown Arts Center (36 Church Street, Middletown)
• Details: Enjoy a day of art, music, food and more at Middletown Arts Center’s annual Arts & Crafts Festival, featuring over 75 local artisans and crafters.

Car Show

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Atlantic Highlands
• Details: Join the Atlantic Highlands Chamber of Commerce for their annual car show, featuring food trucks and vendors.

Battle Of Monmouth Reenactment

• Dates: Saturday & Sunday
• Location: Monmouth Battlefield State Park (Manalapan)
• Details: Commemorate America’s 250th anniversary with the reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth.
• Learn More: Battle Of Monmouth Reenactment Set For 2026: See Details

Father’s Day At Monmouth Park

• Date: Sunday
• Location: Monmouth Park (Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport)
• Details: Celebrate Father’s Day at Monmouth Park with live racing, family fun day activities and more. All gentlemen receive free admission. Tickets required.

Juneteenth Community Celebration

• Date: Sunday
• Location: Red Bank
• Details: Join the borough of Red Bank in their Freedom March before heading over to Johnny Jazz Park for live entertainment, community, food and more.