5 Fun Ways To Enjoy Labor Day Weekend In Ocean County

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — It's hard to believe that summer is almost over. Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end to summer - but of course, for us in Ocean County, we then get to enjoy local summer.

As we send a farewell to summer, there's plenty of fun events around the county to enjoy this weekend.

If you're looking for something to do other than enjoying the beach, check out these five fun Labor Day weekend events in Ocean County.

Broadway Meets The Beach

Franklin Avenue Stage, Seaside Heights Boardwalk

Enjoy top Broadway talent for free performing live in Seaside Heights on Aug. 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It will be a "Tribute To Lynn Ahrens," the award-winning writer of "Ragtime," "Once on this Island," "Seussical," "Rocky," "Anastasia," "A Christmas Carol," and the famed Saturday morning cartoon series "Schoolhouse Rock." See Broadway stars as well as stars from America’s Got Talent.

Downtown Toms River Fireworks

Downtown Toms River

Following the weekly Downtown Night Out, stick around for a fireworks display at 9 p.m. on Aug. 30. You can see the fireworks from Robbins & Washington Street, Huddy Park and Mathis Plaza.

Clam Bake

Laurita Winery, 85 Archertown Road, New Egypt

Devour a delicious feast of clams casino and vegetable stuffed clams with friends and family at Laurita Winery on Aug. 31. It begins at 3:30 p.m. and costs $32 per person. You can buy tickets here.

Local Summer Cruise-In Car & Truck Show

Icarus Brewery, 2045 NJ-88, Brick

Laurelton Fire Company & Paisley Rae Designs present this car show on Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be music and food; and awards will be given out.

Viking Village Art & Craft Show

Viking Village, 19th and Bayview, Barnegat Light

Shop beautiful handmade goods while enjoying the island on Sept. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. With more than 70 vendors, there's sure to be something for everybody.