Hey Weekenders —

Before we jump into this weekend’s events, we want to give a huge shout out to all of the moms, grandmoms, stepmoms, dog moms, and mother figures across South Jersey ❤️

A lot of what makes our communities special happens because of the women constantly holding everything together behind the scenes — planning the family outings, supporting local businesses, showing up for school events, coordinating everyone’s schedules, and somehow still making time to create memories for the people around them. We know a huge portion of our South Jersey Weekender family is made up of moms and women throughout the area, and we genuinely appreciate you being here every week.

So with Mother’s Day weekend here, we packed this issue with some great ideas to get out of the house and enjoy the weekend together — from outdoor markets and craft festivals to family fun events, carnivals, food trucks, live music, and local shopping all across South Jersey.

Whether you’re celebrating mom, spending time with family, or just looking for something fun to do in the sunshine, we’ve got you covered

👇Let’s get into it 👇

Main Events This Weekend

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🚗 Runnemede Pike Jam – Centennial Edition & Drone Show

📍 Runnemede, NJ
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 12PM–9PM

Runnemede’s Pike Jam is celebrating its Centennial Edition this year — and they’re going big with live music, food vendors, community fun, and a nighttime drone show to cap off the evening. The event has become one of the area’s biggest community festivals, bringing together families, local businesses, bands, and tons of hometown energy.

Expect food trucks, kids activities, entertainment throughout the day, and packed crowds once the sun starts going down for the drone show finale. If you’re looking for a lively Saturday night atmosphere without heading into Philly, Pike Jam is shaping up to be one of the biggest events of the weekend.

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🎨 Pitman Craft Show

📍 Downtown Pitman, NJ
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 9AM–4PM

One of South Jersey’s favorite spring traditions is back this weekend as downtown Pitman transforms into a giant open-air marketplace filled with artists, handmade goods, local shops, food trucks, and live energy all day long. Expect hundreds of craft vendors lining the streets, restaurants and boutiques open throughout town, and plenty of chances to shop small while enjoying the warm weather.

This is the kind of event where you grab a coffee, stroll Broadway for hours, and somehow leave with candles, homemade treats, seasonal décor, and a few things you definitely didn’t plan on buying. If you love small-town South Jersey vibes, this one belongs on your weekend list.

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🌸 Mother’s Day Vendor & Craft Fair

📍 Sons and Daughters of Italy Grand Lodge – Cherry Hill, NJ
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 10AM–4PM

Still looking for a Mother’s Day gift? This local vendor and craft fair in Cherry Hill is packed with handmade items, flowers, treats, unique gifts, and local makers just in time for the holiday weekend. It’s an easy stop if you want to support small businesses while finding something a little more personal than the usual last-minute gift card run.

Expect a mix of craft vendors, food, home décor, seasonal items, and spring shopping vibes throughout the day. Great option for families, moms, daughters, and anyone looking to keep things local this Mother’s Day weekend.

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🍓 Stella Farms Strawberry Festival

📍 Stella Farms – Berlin, NJ
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 9AM–4PM

Strawberry season is officially arriving in South Jersey, and Stella Farms is kicking things off with a full Strawberry Festival featuring local food, live music, pony rides, tractor rides, vendors, and family activities all day long.

This one has classic South Jersey spring weekend written all over it — fresh strawberries, outdoor farm vibes, live entertainment, and plenty for kids to do while adults browse vendors and grab food. Perfect excuse to spend a Saturday outside before summer crowds fully hit the shore towns.

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🎨 Monroe Township Spring Arts & Crafts Festival

📍 Main Street, Williamstown, NJ
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 10AM–3PM

One of Gloucester County’s biggest spring shopping events returns this weekend with nearly 300 vendors, food trucks, local businesses, pet-friendly fun, and activities spread throughout town. The Monroe Township Spring Arts & Crafts Festival draws huge crowds every year and has become a go-to spring tradition for families across South Jersey.

Expect local artisans, handmade crafts, bounce houses, petting zoo fun, face painting, live entertainment, hair tinsel, food trucks, and plenty of shopping opportunities throughout the afternoon. This is an easy “spend a few hours walking around” kind of event — especially with the weather finally cooperating.

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🌼 Washington Township Super Saturday

📍 Washington Lake Park – Sewell, NJ
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 10AM–4PM

Washington Township’s annual Super Saturday returns to Washington Lake Park this weekend with one of the biggest family-friendly community events in Gloucester County. With over 100 vendors, local businesses, food trucks, live performances, inflatable rides, giveaways, and hands-on activities throughout the park, this is the kind of event where families can easily spend the entire afternoon.

Kids can check out pony rides, the petting zoo, face painting, balloon art, K-9 demonstrations, ambulance and fire truck displays, plus interactive music activities happening throughout the day. Between the food trucks, vendor shopping, and nonstop entertainment, Super Saturday has become a true South Jersey spring tradition and usually draws huge crowds if the weather cooperates.

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🌿 A Garden Party’s Spring Market

📍 567 Route 40, Elmer, NJ
🗓 Saturday, May 9 | 10AM–4PM

This might be one of the more underrated spring events happening in South Jersey this weekend. A Garden Party’s Spring Market combines local vendors, flowers, food, wine tastings, handmade goods, and relaxed garden-party vibes all in one scenic outdoor setting.

The market will feature some favorite local small businesses, artists, food vendors, coffee, baked goods, and more — making it a perfect slower-paced Saturday stop if you’re looking for something a little different from the larger festivals. Think spring décor, fresh flowers, local makers, and a laid-back afternoon surrounded by gardens and good food.

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🥕 Burlington County Farmers Market Opening Day

Farm market season is officially back in South Jersey! The Burlington County Farmers Market returns this Saturday with its Opening Day celebration featuring one of its biggest vendor lineups yet. Expect fresh produce, flowers, local honey, mushrooms, baked goods, wineries, distilleries, handmade products, spices, and more from farms and makers all across the region.

This market has become a weekend staple for many South Jersey families, and it’s an easy Saturday morning stop whether you’re looking to stock up on local goods, grab breakfast, or just enjoy the spring weather. Some standout vendors this year include Cream Ridge Winery, Davidson Exotic Mushrooms, Mill Creek Apiary, Recklesstown Farm Distillery, and Pinelands Produce Farm.

📍 Burlington County Agricultural Center — Moorestown
📅 Saturday, May 9
8:30AM – 1PM

🎶 LIVE MUSIC | SOUTH JERSEY

🎶 Live Music Spotlight: The Juliano Brothers at P.J. Whelihan’s

Looking for a laid-back Friday night with good music, cold drinks, and neighborhood bar vibes? Head over to P.J. Whelihan’s in Maple Shade this Friday night as The Juliano Brothers take the stage starting at 8PM. Expect a fun mix of classic rock favorites, singalong hits, and the kind of live music that turns a casual dinner out into a full night of hanging with friends.

P.J.’s is also running $4 Blue Moons all day, making this an easy choice for kicking off the weekend. Whether you’re grabbing wings, meeting friends after work, or just looking for something local to do, this one should be a solid South Jersey Friday night crowd.

📍 P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant (Maple Shade)
📅 Friday, May 8
Music starts at 8PM

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🎸 Concert Spotlight:

The Robert Cray Band at Scottish Rite Auditorium

Blues, soul, and classic American rock all come together when legendary guitarist and Grammy-winning artist Robert Cray brings his “All Amped Up Tour 2026” to Collingswood’s Scottish Rite Auditorium this Saturday night. Known for hits like Smoking Gun and his signature smooth guitar sound, Cray has spent decades sharing stages with music legends including Eric Clapton, B.B. King, and Stevie Ray Vaughan.

If you’re looking for a more laid-back date night or live music experience this weekend, this should be a great one for fans of blues, rock, and old-school musicianship in one of South Jersey’s best concert venues.

📍 Scottish Rite Auditorium — Collingswood
📅 Saturday, May 9
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM

Porch Fest 🎸

Saturday, May 9th | 12:15 PM
416 Chester Ave, Moorestown

If your perfect Saturday includes live music, good weather, and hanging out with friends in a neighborhood setting, Porch Fest in Moorestown should absolutely be on your radar this weekend.

The Trophy Husbands will be kicking things off at 12:15 PM with a high-energy 75-minute set packed with classic rock favorites from artists like Eric Clapton, The Beatles, The Allman Brothers, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Van Morrison, and more. The event is part of Moorestown’s Porch Fest celebration — a community music festival where local porches turn into live music stages throughout town.

Expect a laid-back atmosphere, lawn chairs, neighbors walking from set to set, and a fun afternoon of live music right in the heart of Moorestown. Best part? Admission is completely free.

Note: Live music schedules are subject to change.

Be sure to check with the venue for the latest updates.

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🎡 St. Mary of the Lakes Carnival & MusicFest

📍 St. Mary of the Lakes Church Grounds – Medford, NJ
🗓 May 11–16, 2026

One of South Jersey’s biggest church carnival traditions is returning to Medford next week as the St. Mary of the Lakes Carnival & MusicFest takes over Jackson Road for six straight nights of rides, games, food, live music, and family fun.

This annual event has become a staple for families across Burlington County and beyond, bringing together classic carnival rides, midway games, festival food, local entertainment, and live music throughout the week. Whether you’re bringing the kids for the rides, meeting friends for funnel cake and sausage sandwiches, or just looking for a nostalgic South Jersey spring night out, this is the kind of event people plan their week around every year.

Expect everything from Ferris wheel rides and carnival games to nightly music, prizes, sweet treats, and packed crowds once the sun goes down. The atmosphere really starts to come alive at night with the lights, music, and midway energy filling the church grounds.

This is also a great option for families looking for something affordable and local during the week instead of waiting until the weekend for entertainment.

🎠 Carnival Hours:

Monday–Friday: 5PM–9PM
Saturday: 4PM–9PM

📍 Location:
St. Mary of the Lakes Church Grounds
40 Jackson Road, Medford, NJ

If you grew up going to South Jersey church carnivals, this one will absolutely bring back memories — and if you’ve never been, this is one of the best to experience.

🎶 Rhythm & Brews Festival

Saturday, May 16, 2026
3 PM – 9 PM
Station Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ

One of South Jersey’s best street festivals is back—Rhythm & Brews is taking over Station Ave with live music, craft beer, and nonstop energy. With breweries like Wander Back, Double Nickel, King’s Road, and more pouring all day, this lineup is stacked.

Expect food trucks, wine & spirits, and a full day of live music that turns into a full-on night vibe. If you’re looking for a high-energy spring event with great drinks and even better people—this is it.

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That’s your weekend lineup.

If you end up checking out any of these events, tag us in your photos and videos — we love seeing where everyone winds up each weekend. And if you know about an event we should feature in a future issue, just reply to this email.

Have a great Mother’s Day weekend, South Jersey 🌸

Until next week,
Get out and enjoy South Jersey.

Cheers!
– Tyler and the SJW Crew

Please double check with organizers before attending events as dates, times, and details can occasionally change.

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