Hey Weekenders β€”

August is packed with some of the biggest festivals, concerts, fairs, and outdoor events of the summer across South Jersey. Whether you're planning a family day out, looking for live music, exploring local farmers markets, or searching for a new festival to check out, we've rounded up some of our favorite events happening throughout the month.

As always, event details can change, so we recommend checking with the event organizer before heading out.

Now let's see what's happening this August!

August 1–9

Model Con 8

Saturday, August 1 | 10 AM | Battleship New Jersey | Camden

See hundreds of detailed model ships, trains, planes, military vehicles, and more during this annual showcase aboard the Battleship New Jersey. Guests can also tour the historic battleship throughout the day.

R&B And Chill Summer Function

Saturday, August 1 | 12–7 PM | Gloucester County Fairgrounds | Mullica Hill

Spend the day enjoying live R&B music, food and drinks, local vendors, shopping, and family-friendly fun during the annual R&B And Chill Summer Function. New for this year, pony rides will also be available, making it a great event for all ages.

Salem County Fair

August 3–7 | Salem County Fairgrounds | Woodstown

One of South Jersey's oldest fairs returns with livestock exhibits, agricultural displays, carnival rides, live entertainment, tractor pulls, great food, and family-friendly fun all week long.

National Night Out

Tuesday, August 4 | Multiple Locations

Please check with your local municipality for times.

Meet local police, firefighters, and first responders while enjoying live entertainment, demonstrations, activities for kids, community organizations, food vendors, and giveaways.

Atlantic County 4-H Fair

Friday, August 7 | 2–10 PM
Saturday, August 8 | 11 AM–10 PM
Atlantic County 4-H Fairgrounds | Mays Landing

Enjoy two days of livestock shows, tractor pulls, horse demonstrations, carnival rides, vendors, delicious fair food, and family entertainment celebrating Atlantic County agriculture.

Groove at the Grove

Saturday, August 8 | 3–9 PM | McLaughlin-Norcross Memorial Dell | Haddon Heights

Spend the afternoon enjoying live music, local food vendors, craft beer, family activities, and a relaxing evening in one of South Jersey's favorite outdoor venues.

Pinoy Piyesta

Saturday, August 8 | 2–7 PM | Camden Waterfront Stadium | Camden

Celebrate Filipino culture with authentic food, live performances, music, cultural exhibits, local vendors, and activities highlighting the rich traditions of the Filipino community.

Lion Heart Music Festival

August 7–9 | Paradise Lakes Campground | Hammonton

This three-day camping music festival features live bands, DJs, food vendors, art installations, camping, and a weekend full of music and community.

South 47

Sunday, August 9 | 7 PM | Washington Lake Park Amphitheater

Enjoy a free summer concert as South 47 performs an evening of country hits at Washington Lake Park.

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August 10–16

Paint N Sip Aboard Battleship New Jersey

Wednesday, August 12 | 5:30 PM | Battleship New Jersey | Camden

Create your own handcrafted wooden sign while enjoying a unique evening aboard the Battleship. Your ticket includes tapas, with beer and wine available for purchase.

Movies in the Park – The Bad Guys 2

Friday, August 14 | Dusk | Washington Lake Park Amphitheater | Sewell

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor showing of The Bad Guys 2 under the stars.

Monster-Mania Con 67

August 14–16 | DoubleTree by Hilton | Cherry Hill

One of the country's premier horror conventions returns with celebrity guests, autograph sessions, photo opportunities, vendors, collectibles, movie memorabilia, and panel discussions.

WWII Victory Day

Saturday, August 15 | 10 AM | Battleship New Jersey | Camden

Step aboard the Battleship New Jersey for special exhibits and programming commemorating the anniversary of Victory over Japan Day and the end of World War II.

Collingswood Crafts & Fine Art Festival

August 15–16 | Downtown Collingswood

Browse hundreds of artists and makers while enjoying live music, local restaurants, food vendors, and one of the region's premier outdoor art festivals.

Atlas Food Truck Fest

Sunday, August 16 | 12–4 PM | Cedar Grove | Williamstown

Enjoy an afternoon of food trucks, live entertainment, local vendors, raffles, and family fun during the second annual Atlas Food Truck Fest.

Dominican Restoration Day Festival

Sunday, August 16 | Camden

Celebrate Dominican culture with live music, food, dancing, cultural performances, and local vendors.

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August 17–23

Save the Monarch

Tuesday, August 18 | 6–8 PM | McLaughlin-Norcross Memorial Dell | Haddon Heights

Celebrate the Monarch Butterfly with educational activities, face painting, food, and the release of 200 monarch butterflies. Free milkweed plants will also be available while supplies last.

Mystic Ginger Summer Night Market

Friday, August 21 | 6–9 PM | Mystic Ginger Apothecary | Gloucester Township

Shop local makers while enjoying live music, handcrafted mocktails, tarot readings, and a unique evening market atmosphere.

3rd Annual Moms Night Out

Friday, August 21 | 5–9 PM | Autumn Lake Winery | Williamstown

Grab your friends for an evening featuring live music, shopping, permanent jewelry, mini tattoos, tarot readings, mini massages, drink specials, and local vendors.

South Jersey House Music Festival

Sunday, August 23 | Burlington County Fairgrounds | Columbus

Dance the day away with nationally recognized DJs, food vendors, drinks, and an outdoor celebration of house music.

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August 24–31

Stars Under the Stars: 100 Years of Broadway

Tuesday, August 25 & Thursday, August 27 | 7:30 PM | McLaughlin-Norcross Memorial Dell | Haddon Heights

Enjoy two evenings celebrating Broadway's greatest hits performed under the stars in one of South Jersey's most scenic outdoor venues.

South Jersey Pops Orchestra

Thursday, August 27 | 8 PM | Jack Curtis Stadium, Cooper River Park | Pennsauken

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of live orchestral music as the South Jersey Pops Orchestra performs a free summer concert.

Haddon Township Summer of Love

Saturday, August 29 | 2–10 PM | Haddon Avenue | Haddon Township

Celebrate the end of summer with live music, food and drinks, local vendors, shopping, and a retro-inspired street festival along Haddon Avenue.

Wine Down Summer

August 29–30 | 12–5 PM | Veterans Island, Cooper River Park | Pennsauken

Sample wines from New Jersey wineries while enjoying live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, and beautiful waterfront views during this annual summer wine festival.

Washington Township Seafood & Music Festival

Saturday, August 29 | 11 AM–7 PM | Washington Lake Park Amphitheater | Sewell

Enjoy fresh seafood, live music, food vendors, craft vendors, beer gardens, and family-friendly activities during one of Washington Township's biggest summer festivals.

Oaklyn Final Fridays

August 28 | Downtown Oaklyn

Wrap up the month with live music, food vendors, local shopping, and a fun community atmosphere in downtown Oaklyn.

🎢 Camden County Rocks

Enjoy free concerts all summer long across Camden County. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in some of the county's most beautiful parks.

🎷 Sunset Jazz Series

Wiggins Waterfront Park | Camden
Mondays β€’ 8 PM

🎹 Minute By Minute: The Music of Michael McDonald

Monday, August 3 | 8 PM

A tribute to the legendary voice of Michael McDonald featuring favorites from his solo career, The Doobie Brothers, and Steely Dan.

πŸ₯ Will Calhoun: Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Miles Davis

Monday, August 24 | 8 PM

Grammy Award-winning drummer Will Calhoun leads a special tribute celebrating the music and legacy of jazz icon Miles Davis.

🎷 Miguel Zenón Quartet

Monday, August 31 | 8 PM

MacArthur "Genius Grant" recipient and Grammy-winning saxophonist Miguel ZenΓ³n closes out the August Sunset Jazz Series with an evening of contemporary jazz.

🎸 Sundown Music Series

McLaughlin-Norcross Memorial Dell | Haddon Heights
Wednesdays β€’ 7:30 PM

🎀 Young Gun Silver Fox

Wednesday, August 12 | 7:30 PM
Opening Act: The New You

Modern yacht rock meets soulful pop during this free outdoor concert at Haddon Lake Park.

🎢 Sadie Gust

Wednesday, August 19 | 7:30 PM
Opening Act: Michael Tearson

Enjoy an evening of Americana and folk-inspired music from rising singer-songwriter Sadie Gust.

🎸 The Verve Pipe

Wednesday, August 26 | 7:30 PM
Opening Act: Kate Dressed Up

The Verve Pipe brings its biggest hitsβ€”including The Freshmenβ€”to one of the summer's most anticipated free concerts.

🎼 Twilight Concert Series

Jack Curtis Stadium, Cooper River Park | Pennsauken
Thursdays β€’ 8 PM

Al Jardine & The Pet Sounds Band

August 4 | 8 PM

Founding Beach Boys member Al Jardine performs the timeless music of The Beach Boys with the Pet Sounds Band.

🌺 Paradise Island Luau

Thursday, August 13 | 8 PM

Experience an evening of Polynesian dance, music, and an exciting fire knife performance during this family-friendly summer show.

🎻 South Jersey Pops Orchestra

Thursday, August 27 | 8 PM

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a free orchestral performance featuring movie themes, Broadway favorites, patriotic classics, and pops selections.

🎡 Why We Love It

The best part? Every Camden County Rocks concert is free. Whether you're into jazz, country, classic rock, pop, soul, or tribute bands, there's something happening almost every week all summer long.

Farmers Markets

Support local farms and makers while stocking up on fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods at these South Jersey farmers markets.

πŸ₯• Collingswood Farmers Market

Saturdays | 8 AM–12 PM | Collingswood PATCO Plaza | Collingswood

One of the region's most popular farmers markets featuring Jersey Fresh produce, baked goods, coffee, flowers, specialty foods, and artisan vendors.

🌽 Haddonfield Farmers Market

Saturdays | 8:30 AM–1 PM | Fresh Finds Lot (236 Kings Highway East) | Haddonfield

Browse seasonal produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, artisan foods, handmade goods, and specialty vendors just steps from downtown Haddonfield.

πŸ… Haddon Heights Farmers Market

Sundays | 9:30 AM–1 PM | Station & Atlantic Avenue | Haddon Heights

A neighborhood favorite featuring local farms, fresh produce, baked goods, specialty foods, handmade goods, live music, and local businesses.

🌻 Camden County Farmers Market

Thursdays | 3–8 PM | Camden County Office of Sustainability | Blackwood

Shop fresh fruits and vegetables, local artisans, food vendors, and family-friendly activities at this weekly county-run market.

πŸ₯¬ Burlington County Farmers Market

Saturdays | 8:30 AM–1 PM | Burlington County Agricultural Center | Moorestown

Browse one of South Jersey's largest farmers markets with dozens of local farms, fresh produce, flowers, meats, baked goods, artisan foods, and handcrafted products.

🍞 Bordentown City Farmers Market

Sundays | 9 AM–1 PM | 207 Crosswicks Street | Bordentown

Spend a Sunday morning exploring historic Bordentown while shopping for fresh produce, baked goods, artisan foods, flowers, handmade crafts, and specialty vendors.

🎨 Rancocas Woods Farmers Market

Sundays | 10 AM–2 PM | Rancocas Woods Village | Mount Laurel

A unique outdoor market featuring local artisans, specialty foods, fresh produce, handmade goods, live music, and the charming shops throughout Rancocas Woods.

🌊 Ocean City Farmers Market

Wednesdays | 8 AM–12 PM | Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds | Ocean City

A Shore tradition featuring Jersey Fresh produce, baked goods, specialty foods, and unique local vendors just steps from downtown Ocean City.

🌿 Merchantville Market Off Centre

First Friday of the Month | 5–8 PM | South Centre Street | Merchantville

Enjoy an evening market filled with fresh produce, handmade goods, local artisans, food vendors, live music, and shopping in downtown Merchantville.

That’s your South Jersey August game plan.

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We’ll be back Thursday with the best events for the weekend.

Dates and times can changeβ€”be sure to check local event listings, and we’ll always have the most up-to-date info in our Thursday emails.

See you out there,


– Tyler and the SJW Crew

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