Hey Weekenders —
It’s Thursday morning, your weekend just got planned.
Between holiday markets, craft fairs, 5Ks, new restaurant openings, and — for some reason — a wild amount of designer bag bingos 🤣 … this weekend is packed. Whether you’re planning a full family day out, sneaking in some early holiday shopping, or just looking for a good bite before or after an event, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s everything happening around South Jersey this weekend — all verified, all local, and all worth checking out. Let’s get into it 👇
🔥 Top Weekend Events (Nov 14th-16th) 🔥
Merry Market – Mullica Hill
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | 45 S Main St, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
Kick off the holiday season in downtown Mullica Hill with a charming artisan market filled with handmade soaps, candles, jewelry and gourmet food treats. Street carolers will add festive charm and you can snag a photo with Santa amongst the décor — perfect for a family-friendly afternoon of shopping and strolling.
November Makers Market – McNaughton’s Garden Center, Cherry Hill
📍 Saturday & Sunday, Nov 15-16 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | 351 Kresson Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
This indoor garden-center venue transforms into a bustling market of over 25 craft vendors and food trucks. It’s a smart pick if you want an all-under-one-roof show — great for early holiday gift-hunting or just a relaxed Sunday outing with family or friends.
Autumn Craft & Vendor Fair – Stratford
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | St. John Paul II Regional School, 55 Warwick Rd, Stratford, NJ 08084
Don’t miss this cozy fall-flavored event at the school gym and cafeteria where dozens of local artisans will display seasonal décor, crafts and gifts. Entry is just $5 (kids 6 & under free), and your ticket includes drawings and door prizes. Enjoy light concessions while you browse “local finds” and support homegrown talent.
Evergreen Antiques Holiday Night Market – Woodbury
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 4:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | 429 S Evergreen Ave, Woodbury, NJ 08096
Head into the evening with this outdoor night-market filled with vintage finds, handmade gifts and holiday-market ambiance under string lights. Santa makes a special appearance from 6:00–8:00 p.m., so arrive early, browse the booths and enjoy the festive twilight vibe.
STEM Day – Voorhees
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 12:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. | 509 Centennial Blvd, Voorhees, NJ 08043
Families and curious minds alike get a treat at this interactive STEM showcase designed for K-12 audiences. Think hands-on experiments, tech demos and engineering challenges — all in a fun, supportive environment where kids can explore, build and discover. A great midday option to spark inspiration (and maybe enjoy a little grown-up downtime around the building too).
Santa Visit & Holiday Open House – Flagg’s Garden Center, Moorestown
📍 Saturday & Sunday, Nov 15–16 | 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | 4320 Bridgeboro Rd, Moorestown, NJ 08057
This one’s for everyone: free photos with Santa, a petting zoo, balloon artists, face-painting and a craft table for kids. Customize a Santa or Elf hat ($5) and browse the garden-center’s holiday décor picks while you’re there. A fun mix of family entertainment and early holiday shopping.
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Holiday Craft Show – Mt. Laurel YMCA
📍 Sunday, Nov 16 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | YMCA of Burlington County, 59 Centerton Rd, Mt. Laurel
Kick off holiday shopping with dozens of handmade vendors, seasonal décor, and gifts galore — a cheerful, community-driven market perfect for Sunday browsing.
Holiday Movie Pop-Up: The Grinch – Collingswood
📍 Friday, Nov 14 | 6 p.m. | Downtown Collingswood
Bring a blanket, grab hot cocoa, and catch The Grinch under the stars! Family-friendly, festive, and totally free — the perfect small-town holiday kickoff.
Fall Motor Fest – Ageless Men’s Health, Cherry Hill
📍 Sunday, Nov 16 | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. | 1949 Route 70 E, Cherry Hill
A revved-up afternoon of classic cars, live music, food trucks, and local vendors. Great vibe for families and gear-heads alike.
“Do It Like Dylan” Memorial 5K Run/Walk – Pennsauken
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 9 a.m. | Cooper River Park, North Park Drive, Pennsauken, NJ
Run, walk, or cheer in honor of Dylan — this community race raises funds and awareness for youth mental health programs. Expect high energy, supportive vibes, and a strong showing of local runners.
Grand Opening – Raccoon Pubhaus, Burlington
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 12 p.m.–10 p.m. | 352 High St, Burlington City
Celebrate the grand debut of this new gastropub with live music, craft beer, and local bites. A great new spot to check out with friends this weekend.
SoS Food & Music Fest – Medford Lakes
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 4 p.m. | Brooks Field, Medford Lakes, NJ
An evening of great eats and live tunes in the heart of Medford Lakes! Enjoy food trucks, local bands, and a laid-back community vibe under the lights at Brooks Field. Family-friendly and free to attend — a perfect Saturday night hangout.
👜 Designer Bag Bingo Weekend 👜
Okay, seriously — is it officially Designer Bag Bingo season in South Jersey? Because somehow there are more of these this weekend than Santa photo ops. 🤭 Grab your lucky dauber, your girlfriends, and maybe a snack or two — these bingos are packed with prizes, laughs, and plenty of community spirit. (Most events are 18+.)
Our Lady of Hope Parish Designer Bag Bingo – Blackwood
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 5:30 p.m. | 701 Little Gloucester Rd, Blackwood, NJ 08012
A lively night of bingo, designer prizes, and raffles at one of Camden County’s most popular parish events. Doors open early for basket previews and light bites.
Evesham Education Foundation Designer Bag Bingo – Marlton
📍 Friday, Nov 14 | 6 p.m. | Frances DeMasi Elementary School, 199 Evesboro-Medford Rd, Marlton, NJ 08053
Support local schools while trying your luck at this annual fundraiser. Designer handbags, basket raffles, and a fun, community crowd that always fills the room.
Hainesport Ladies Auxiliary Designer Bag Bingo
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 6 p.m. | 106 Broad St, Hainesport, NJ 08036
The Hainesport Ladies Auxiliary brings the energy! Doors open for happy hour and raffles at 6, bingo starts at 7 — expect prizes, laughter, and hometown pride.
Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund Designer Bag Bingo – Brooklawn
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 6 p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. Bingo | American Legion Hall, 11 Railroad Ln, Brooklawn, NJ 08030
Play for a purpose — proceeds benefit the families of fallen first responders. Great bags, big baskets, and even bigger hearts make this one a must-attend.
Rotary Club of Wildwood Designer Bag & Coach Bingo
📍 Friday, Nov 14 | 6 p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. Start | Wildwoods Convention Center, Wildwood, NJ 08260
A boardwalk-style bingo night hosted by the Rotary Club of Wildwood. Designer handbags, raffles, and that classic Wildwood energy — all for a great cause.
Designer Bag Bingo – Egg Harbor Township
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | Doors 5 p.m. / Games 6 p.m. | Elks Lodge #1873, 1815 Somers Point-Mays Landing Rd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Ten rounds of bingo, raffles, 50/50, and BYO snacks make this one of the area’s biggest bingo nights. Proceeds support local youth programs.
5th Annual Designer Bag Bingo & Basket Raffle – Howell
📍 Saturday, Nov 15 | 6 p.m. | St. Veronica School Gymnasium, 4215 U.S. Route 9, Howell, NJ 07731
A well-loved event from the AMI Foundation, complete with basket raffles, designer bag prizes, and community fun — doors open at 4:30 for early birds.
🛍️ Local Spotlight:
The Rustic Retail Market – Mullica Hill
If you love the cozy, handmade charm of Mullica Hill’s Merry Market, you’ll adore The Rustic Retail Market — a year-round haven for local makers, crafters, and vintage lovers.
Tucked inside a historic Main Street building, this boutique-style collective features dozens of rotating small vendors selling home décor, seasonal gifts, candles, jewelry, and antiques. It’s the kind of place where every corner feels like a Pinterest board come to life — and you’re almost guaranteed to walk out with something you didn’t know you needed.
Owner Jennifer DeBenedictis has built more than just a shop; it’s a supportive hub for artisans across South Jersey, giving small businesses a place to shine without the overhead of a storefront. Stop by during your Merry Market stroll or anytime you need a little inspiration (and maybe a new wreath or candle for the season).
📍 45 S Main St, Mullica Hill
🕓 Open Wednesday–Sunday
🍷 Coming Tuesday: Special Edition!
We’ve got something extra pouring your way!
In honor of New Jersey Wine Month, South Jersey Weekender is releasing a special Tuesday edition — your ultimate South Jersey Winery Guide.
From hidden vineyard gems to tasting rooms with live music, we’ll map out the best spots to sip, swirl, and unwind this season. 🍇
That’s a wrap on this week’s South Jersey Weekender!
There’s so much happening across our towns right now — markets, music, community fundraisers, new businesses, and those popular bingo nights everywhere you look.
Whatever you get into, tag us so we can feature you next week: @SouthJerseyWeekender.If you found this helpful, forward it to a friend who’s always asking, “What’s going on this weekend?” — and let’s keep building a community that knows how to have a good time.
See you out there,
– Tyler and the SJW Team
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