Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Local "Event Season" Begins in May

After a long, very cold winter, we are finally able to get out and about, and there's going to lots going on this weekend....

Jersey Shore Music Festival - May 15 through the 17th - in Seaside Heights The Jersey Shore Festival is a free admission music and arts festival that kicks off the summer festival season and proves that summer really does start sooner at the Jersey Shore. With performances by over 250 artists from around the world, the Jersey Shore Festival is the premier emerging artist festival in New Jersey! See the Schedule of activities for this event.

Chili & Salsa Cook-Off, Saturday, May 16th 26th Annual Chili & Salsa Cook-Off, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Washington St., Downtown Toms River. International chili Society - sanctioned State competition. Live music, food, vendors, crafters and rides! Free admission. For more info: 732-341-8738

Farmer's Market - Downtown Toms River Every Wednesday from May 20 - November 18, and a Thanksgiving Market Monday, November 23. Times: May - October 11am to 5pm; November: 11am to 4pm. Market located on corner of West Water St. & Irons, Downtown Toms River. Info: 732-341-8738.

Ocean Fun Day - Saturday, May 16, Seaside Park / Island Beach State Park. Sponsored by NJNG. Exhibits, classes, nature tours and children's activities. Call 732-872-1300, Ext. 19 for more information.