Cinco de Mayo/Derby Festival: South Jersey Events

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

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, Amalthea Cellars, and Tomasello Winery! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/down-derby-wine-festival/
Link: http://downandderbywinefest.com/

Girls Night Out
Tonight! May 2 | 5 PM - 9 PM
Downtown Haddonfield

Grab your BFF's and head to Downtown Haddonfield for a fun-filled ladies' exclusive night of shopping, dining, and relaxing! This free event features in-store promotions, food, refreshments, and musical entertainment. Visit the Downtown Haddonfield website to see which stores are participating. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/girls-night-out-7/
Link: https://downtownhaddonfield.com/events/girls-night-out-shopping-event/

Opening Weekend: Big Fish
May 2, 3, 4 & 5 | Showtimes Vary
Ritz Theatre Company, Haddon Township

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish tells the story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest! Edward's incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him. But his son, Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father's epic tales. Overflowing with heart and humor, Big Fish is an extraordinary musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre. The show runs through May 19th. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/the-ritz-theatre-company-brings-big-fish-to-the-main-stage-may-2-through-may-19/
Link: http://www.ritztheatreco.org/show/big-fish/

Spring Dream Horse Show
May 3, 4 & 5 | All Day
DREAM Park, Logan Township

The Eastern Reining Horse Association is one of the oldest and largest of the National Reining Horse Association Affiliates. It was formed in 1986, and its membership has grown steadily to over 200 members. See them at the Spring Dream Horse Show at DREAM Park this weekend! For more information and questions, please contact the DREAM Park at (856) 241-1415. MORE >

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

What's For Dinner Friday
Friday, May 3 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Auburn Road Vineyards, Pilesgrove

Come experience great food, fine wine and relaxed Enoteca atmosphere. This week's entrée is pasta rosé with sun-dried tomatoes and grilled chicken. Enjoy the chef's choice of Severino's pasta with grilled chicken, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, roasted garlic, tomatoes, and cream reduced with Auburn Road's own Rosalita. Top is with Claudio's grated locatelli romano cheese and pair it with White Bottle! Reservations are required. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/whats-for-dinner-friday-59/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/341247203192267/

Food Truck Friday
Friday, May 3 | 6 PM - 9 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 Brian Bachorz and the featured food truck is Rico Sabor. White Horse Winery has live music every Saturday and Sunday as well. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/food-truck-friday-at-whw-8/
Link: https://www.whitehorsewinery.com/live-music-calendar

Friday Live Music Series
Friday, May 3 | 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-42/
Link: https://sharrottwinery.com/events/friday-live-music-series-andrew-moorer-may-3/

Wine & Music Series: Live Music
Friday, May 3 | 7 PM - 10 PM
Summit City Winery, Glassboro

Summit City Winery believes that wine and music make a perfect pair! Come out for a glass or two and some great live music from Acoustic Soul. There is no cover charge and you are welcome to bring your own food. Summit City’s Wine and Music Series is every Friday and Saturday night. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/wine-music-series-live-music-23/
Link: http://summitcityfarms.com/Events_Schedule.php

The All Night Strut
May 3 & 4 | 8 PM - 10 PM
Broad Street United Methodist Church, Burlington

The Bridge Players Theatre Company closes their 43rd season with The All Night Strut! Written by Fran Charnas and filled with jazz, blues, bebop, and American songbook standards, The All Night Strut takes audiences through the Depression, World War II, and the post-war boom in a musical celebration of the 1930s and '40s. The revue weaves together the work of legendary songwriters Hoagy Carmichael, Duke Ellington, Frank Loesser, Johnny Mercer, Cab Calloway, Jerome Kern, Fats Waller & Charlie Parker, spotlighting and capturing a beloved American era. The show runs through May 18th. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/bridge-players-theatre-company-closes-43rd-season-with-the-all-night-strut/
Link: http://www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com/

Gloucester County Craftsmen & Home Show
Saturday, May 4 | 10 AM - 4 PM
Gloucester County 4-H Fairgrounds, Mullica Hill

This 9th annual event is designed for everything inside and outside the home. Shop for handmade crafts from over 100 craftsmen, enjoy home style cooking, live music, kids activities, a spring flower sale, and picnic style dining. Home Show companies will be onsite representing hundreds of products and services to help you with all of your spring home improvement projects. You can even enter to win a $500 Home Depot gift card! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/gloucester-county-craftsmen-home-show/
Link: http://www.gloucestercraftfair.com/

ECO Fair: Artful Living, Handmade & Homegrown
Saturday, May 4 | 10 AM - 5 PM
WheatonArts, Millville

In partnership with the Cumberland County Improvement Authority, WheatonArts presents the 13th annual ECO Fair, a free family day inspired by natural living! The event showcases the handmade works of New Jersey artists, as well as environmentally minded organizations, family art activities, live music, and more. Local gardening clubs, including Rutgers Master Gardeners, will have a variety of plants and herbs for sale throughout the day. Keynote speaker Pat Sutton will present “It’s a Jungle Out There: LIFE & DEATH in the Wildlife Garden” at 1:30 p.m. followed by a book signing. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/eco-fair-artful-living-handmade-homegrown/
Link: http://www.wheatonarts.org/calendar-eventon/events/eco-fair/

Saturday on the Crushpad
Saturday, May 4 | 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-5/
Link: http://hawkhavenvineyard.com/events/saturday-on-the-crushpad/

Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival
Saturday, May 4 | 3 PM - 8 PM
Burlington County Fairgrounds, Columbus

Gather your friends and bring your appetite to the first annual Burlington County Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival! The afternoon will feature gourmet food trucks, craft beer from local breweries, local wine, live bands, and a Kentucky Derby viewing area. Tickets must be purchased online. The event is rain or shine. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/first-annual-food-truck-craft-beer-festival/
Link: http://co.burlington.nj.us/569/Programs-Events

Haddon Heights Farmers Market Opening Day
Sunday, May 5 | 9:30 AM - 1 PM
Station Ave & Atlantic Ave, Haddon Heights

Come out for opening day of the Haddon Height Farmers Market! Every Sunday, from May to October, you will find fresh produce, unique crafts, entertainment, and highlighted specials from local businesses at the Haddon Heights Farmers Market. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/opening-day-haddon-heights-farmers-market/
Link: http://visithaddonheightsnj.com/farmers-market/

Clover Market
Sunday, May 5 | 10 AM - 4 PM
Downtown Collingswood

The Clover Market is an outdoor market featuring antiques, handmade, and vintage goods, along with a lineup of some of the Philadelphia area's best gourmet food trucks, kids crafts, live music, and more. The first 400 visitors to the Clover Information Tent will get a free tote bag! The market will take place rain or shine. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/clover-market-5/
Link: www.theclovermarket.com/

Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Sunday, May 5 | 12 PM - 5 PM
Bellview Winery, Landisville

Join Bellview Winery for great food, dancing, and wine and carafes of sangria during their Cinco de Mayo Celebration! For the first time this year, Bellview will be serving up their famous sangria in two different flavors. Savor the taste of delicious Spanish cuisine with a festive sangria or glass of wine. Bring your lawn chair and sunglasses and come salsa at Bellview Winery! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/cinco-de-mayo-celebration/
Link: https://www.bellviewwinery.com/calendar/list/

Haddonfield Food Tour
Sunday, May 5 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Downtown Haddonfield

On The Town Food Tours invites you to take a food journey of Haddonfield! You'll have the opportunity to sample international foods from Thailand, Great Britain, the Mediterranean, and Greece. After that enjoy delicious chocolates and sweet treats from Sweet T's Bakery. Reservations must be made in advance. MORE >

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

Family Show: Perfect Little Planet
Sunday, May 5 | 2 PM
Edelman Planetarium at Rowan University

Families with young children may want to take advantage of Edelman Planetarium’s family shows, which are shorter (only about 30 minutes long) and just $2 per person! Show titles change monthly, so take advantage of all the family friendly programming! This month they’re playing Perfect Little Planet! MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/family-show-perfect-little-planet/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/378449682942991/

Totally Tenors Opera Gala
Sunday, May 5 | 2 PM - 6 PM
Tomasello Winery, Hammonton

Held in their versatile Vintner's Room, the Opera Gala at Tomasello Winery is a thrilling afternoon for the senses featuring fine wines, elegantly prepared cuisine and thoughtfully selected operatic arias. For a sensory experience to savor, the music is complemented by a delicious four-course gourmet dinner prepared by excellent Executive Chef, Jason Hall, who expertly pairs his creations with award-winning wines. Reservations are required. MORE >

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/tomasello-winery-totally-tenors-opera-gala-2/
Link: http://shopwine.tomaselloproducts.com/index.cfm?method=storeproducts.showList&productcategoryid=D03E66BE-D8F6-CEC4-DB59-857E16AA7D6D