Things to do in August in Ocean County
Ocean County Tourism wants you to have the best time this summer in Ocean County, NJ. Come explore what’s happening throughout the summer and find your next adventure! Here is…
Ocean County Tourism wants you to have the best time this summer in Ocean County, NJ. Come explore what's happening throughout the summer and find your next adventure!
Here is a few examples of the Fun Events happening this August,
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August 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th - Stafford Recreation Farmers Market
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August 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th, 29th, & 31st @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm: Marine Biology Tours
Marine Biology Tours
Every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of August
$45 Adult and $35 Children
Boarding begins at 2 PM
Trip runs 2:30 to 4:30 PM
No reservations required.
August 1-31st @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Miss Barnegat Light Happy Hour Cruises
Miss Barnegat Light Happy Hour Cruises
Happy Hour Cruises start July 15th and run through September 1st
5:30 to 6:30 PM
$20 per person
Drink specials every day!
Great for families with younger children!
*NO RESERVATIONS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE*
Please be at the boat by 5 PM
No BYOB or personal coolers
Bar on board
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Canines & Cocktails Every Tuesday - August 15th, 22nd, 29th @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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August 1-19th: Annie Warbucks at Surflight Theatre
The action picks up right where Annie leaves off, when Child Welfare Commissioner Harriet Doyle arrives on the scene to inform Daddy Warbucks that he must marry within 60 days so that the newly adopted Annie can have a proper mother or he will lose Annie.
In the end, Daddy Warbucks’ whirlwind search for a fitting bride uncovers not only a plot by Doyle to strip him of his fortune, but also his true feelings for Grace Farrell.
Shows, dates and times are subject to change. Run times are approximate.
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August 16th @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Family Fun Nights – Breakwater Beach Waterpark
DJ and night slides!
Thursdays - August 3-31st @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Breakfast on the Bay! – Tuckerton Seaport
Breakfast on the Bay!
Guests will choose from 4 breakfast platters plus coffee or orange juice.
$25/Person
$20/Seaport Member
CLICK HERE for details and Ticket Info
August 17th, & 24th: Lavallette Kites and Castles
Kites & Castles…a family fun event every Thursday with a different theme set for your sandcastle creation and end the night flying your favorite kite.
A first prize winner is chosen weekly and free prizes for all who participate.
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August 4th - 20th @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Sunflower Festival! – Argos Farm
Argos Farm Sunflower Festival!
August 4th – 20th
Fri, Sat & Sun
3:00pm-8:00pm
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August 19th & 26th: Brick Farmers Market
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August 21st & 28th : Monday Character Appearances Casino Pier
Meet & Greet and photo ops!
August 14: Australian Pups
August 21: Vader & Baby Y
August 28: Red Monster & Pink Fairy
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August 17 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm: Seaside Heights Heart Tribute Concert by Kick it Out
Beach Stage Concert.
Free admission.
Blaine Avenue Gate opens at 6:30 pm
Bring a beach chair or beach blanket.
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August 18 & 19: Downtown Night Out
Every Friday & Saturday – May 5th – Oct. 29th 5pm-9pm
Downtown Night Out is back for 2023!
Every Friday and Saturday night beginning in May, Downtown Toms River comes alive and you don’t want to miss it.
Throughout downtown, restaurants and businesses are open with outdoor dining on Washington St, music, shopping and more.
So grab your friends and family and head downtown.
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August 19 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm: Seafood Food Truck Festival – Laurita Winery
August 20 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm: Kids’ Stuff Flea Market
Kid’s Stuff Flea Market.
Ocean County Park
Sunday August 20th 9am-1pm
Items must be child related.
Come out and shop or sell at the Kids’ Stuff Flea Market.
This event is held rain or shine.
For more information or to register contact 732-506-9090
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August 22 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Hot Halloween – Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
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August 24 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Marvel Meet & Greet
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August 24 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm: Steely Dan Tribute Concert by Reelin’ In the Years
Beach Stage Concert
Free admission
Blaine Avenue Gate opens at 6:30 pm
Bring a beach chair or beach blanket
CLICK HERE for details
August 25-26th: Downtown Night Out
Every Friday & Saturday – May 5th – Oct. 29th 5pm-9pm
Downtown Night Out is back for 2023!
Every Friday and Saturday night beginning in May, Downtown Toms River comes alive and you don’t want to miss it.
Throughout downtown, restaurants and businesses are open with outdoor dining on Washington St, music, shopping and more.
So grab your friends and family and head downtown.
CLICK HERE for details
August 26 @ 5:00 pm: Sloan Kettering Memorial Crab Race
Artificial plastic crabs are released from Patriot’s Plunge into the Revolutionary River at Breakwater Beach in a race to benefit Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
The race honors Denise Whalen.
Denise Whalen was a former Manager at Breakwater Beach who lost her battle of cancer. She put her heart into the events and birthday parties at the park.
She is terribly missed and we are now honoring her in our annual Crab Race.
You can purchase your “crab” for only $5 starting August 1st. You can purchase your crabs at the admission windows at the Waterpark Entrance.
You may purchase online for $5.50 per crab. The winning crab gets $100 and a 10 all-day passes to Breakwater Beach for the 2024 season.
A lot of other prizes will be awarded too to the first 100 crabs who win the race.
All proceeds from the event go directly to Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in hopes of finding a cure for Cancer.
You do not need to be present at the event to win a prize; you can still make the donation for the crab entry.
