Hey Weekenders —

Happy Thursday! August is kicking off with one of the busier weekends of the summer. From Burlington County Restaurant Week and free waterfront concerts to local festivals, farmers markets, live music, and family-friendly events, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of your weekend. Whether you're looking for a date night, a day trip, or something fun with the kids, we've rounded up the best happening across South Jersey. Let's dive in!

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Main Events This Weekend

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Oaklyn Final Fridays

📅 Friday, July 31 | 🕟 4:30–9 PM
📍 W. Clinton Avenue, Oaklyn

One of South Jersey's favorite downtown summer traditions returns this Friday! Oaklyn Final Fridays transforms W. Clinton Avenue into a lively community celebration featuring live music, local food vendors, shopping, and family-friendly fun. This month's featured performance is Elliot, Millioti & Mann, bringing live music to cap off another great evening in downtown Oaklyn.

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Model Con 8

📅 Saturday, August 1 | 🕙 10 AM
📍 Battleship New Jersey | Camden

Calling all model builders, military history buffs, and families! Model Con 8 returns to the Battleship New Jersey for a day celebrating scale modeling and maritime history. Browse incredible model displays, meet talented exhibitors, and explore one of New Jersey's most iconic attractions while enjoying this unique event that's perfect for all ages.

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R&B and Chill Summer Function

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

Spend your Saturday enjoying great music, good vibes, and summer fun at the R&B and Chill Summer Function. This ticketed festival features live entertainment throughout the day, food vendors, local businesses, community activities, and even pony rides for the kids. Bring your lawn chairs and your crew for an afternoon filled with music and summertime energy.

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Witchmas in July Summer Market

📅 Saturday, August 1 | 🕛 12–6 PM
📍 The Venus Moon Crystal Warehouse | Glendora

Celebrate a little holiday magic in the middle of summer at this unique Witchmas in July market. Browse local vendors, enjoy food trucks, visit the lemonade potion bar, and explore tarot readings, Reiki services, astrology readings, crystals, and more. It's a fun afternoon for anyone interested in the mystical, magical, and handmade.

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Art of Deep Rest: Sound Healing & Yoga Nidra

📅 Saturday, August 1 | 🕚 11 AM–12:30 PM
📍 Cherry Hill Public Library – Conference Center

Take a break from the busy week with this calming wellness program designed to reduce stress and promote relaxation. Participants will experience guided Yoga Nidra and sound healing in a peaceful environment—no prior meditation or yoga experience is necessary. Registration is required, and attendees are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket, and water bottle.

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Big Vinyl Record Sale

📅 Sunday, August 2 | 🕙 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Holiday Inn Philadelphia–Cherry Hill

Dig through thousands of vinyl records, CDs, collectibles, and music memorabilia at The Record Riot's Big Vinyl Record Sale. Whether you're searching for rare finds, classic albums, or bargain bins, collectors and casual music fans alike will find something worth taking home. Buy, sell, trade, and spend the day surrounded by fellow music lovers.

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🎶 LIVE MUSIC | SOUTH JERSEY

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Hardwired

📅 Saturday, August 1 | Doors: 7 PM | Show: 8 PM
📍The Union Firehouse | Mount Holly

Metallica fans won't want to miss this one. Hardwired delivers the power, precision, and energy of one of heavy metal's most iconic bands. Expect a night packed with classic Metallica hits, blistering guitar solos, and arena-worthy performances in one of South Jersey's premier live music venues. Tickets are just $10, making it an easy pick for rock fans looking for a high-energy Saturday night.

Free Concert Featuring Uplift Society

📅 Sunday, August 2 | 1 PM – 4 PM
📍Woodstock Trading Company | Cherry Hill

Spend your Sunday afternoon enjoying free live music from Uplift Society at Woodstock Trading Company. Bring a lawn chair, relax with family and friends, and enjoy an afternoon of great music, community vibes, and summer fun. Best of all—admission is completely free!

Bees Deluxe with Eclipse

📅 Saturday, August 1 | Eclipse: 7:30 PM | Bees Deluxe: 8 PM
📍The Lizzie Rose Music Room | Tuckerton

Award-winning blues-rock band Bees Deluxe brings its distinctive sound to the intimate Lizzie Rose Music Room. Fresh off being named semi-finalists at the 2026 International Blues Challenge and winners of the 2025 & 2026 New Hampshire State Blues Challenges, the band blends traditional blues with modern influences for a unique live experience. Opening the evening is Eclipse, a Cape May-based progressive jazz fusion group.

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Minute By Minute: The Music of Michael McDonald

📅 Monday, August 3 | 8 PM
📍Roland Traynor River Stage at Wiggins Park | Camden

Close out your weekend with the Sunset Jazz Series as Minute By Minute celebrates the timeless music of Michael McDonald. Expect an evening of soulful classics from McDonald's solo career, The Doobie Brothers, and more, all performed on the Camden Waterfront with beautiful sunset views over the Delaware River. Admission is free—bring a chair or blanket and enjoy one of South Jersey's favorite summer concert series.

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Burlington County Restaurant Week

📅 August 2–8
📍Participating Restaurants Throughout Burlington County

Treat your taste buds during Burlington County Restaurant Week, a week-long celebration of the county's incredible local dining scene. Restaurants throughout Burlington County will be offering special menus, featured dishes, and exclusive deals, making it the perfect excuse to try a new favorite or revisit a local classic. Whether you're craving Italian, BBQ, seafood, international cuisine, or dessert, there's something for everyone while supporting local businesses.

Groove at the Grove

📅 Saturday, August 8 | 3 PM – 9 PM
📍The Dell at Haddon Lake Park | Haddon Heights

One of Haddon Heights' signature summer events returns with Groove at the Grove, a free afternoon and evening of live music, food, and community. Enjoy performances by Lackadaisical Lemon, Nik Greeley & The Operators, Crickets & Cicadas, Turtles in Plaid, and Sean Daniels & The Law Abiding Citizens, along with food trucks, local vendors, beer, and family-friendly fun. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and settle in for six hours of live entertainment in one of South Jersey's most scenic parks.

🌽 FARMERS MARKETS

🌿 Farmers Market Season Is In Full Swing

Fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, coffee, local vendors, and community vibes—farmers market season is one of the best parts of summer in South Jersey.

Collingswood Farmers Market

Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM | Collingswood

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

Haddonfield Farmers Market

Saturday | 8:30 AM–1 PM | Fresh Finds Lot | Haddonfield

Shop seasonal produce, fresh flowers, prepared foods, baked goods, and locally made products in the heart of downtown Haddonfield.

Haddon Heights Farmers Market

Sunday | 9:30 AM–1 PM | Station Avenue | Haddon Heights

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

Burlington County Farmers Market

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

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

Bordentown City Farmers Market

Sunday | 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 from across the region.

Rancocas Woods Farmers Market

Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM | Rancocas Woods | Mount Laurel

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

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Please note: event dates, times, entertainment schedules, and details can occasionally change, so we always recommend checking directly with event organizers before heading out.

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