Live Music, Farmers Market & More: This Weekend In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — The weekend is almost here.

As we get closer to the end of July and the summer season continues, there’s plenty of fun events planned along the Jersey Shore.

Whether you’re looking to hear some live music, shop local, or find a place to watch the World Cup finals, here are six local events you can check out this weekend:

MonmouthNJ 250: The Concert

• Date: Friday
• Location: ParkStage (East Freehold Park Showgrounds)
• Details: Kick off the weekend with MonmouthNJ 250: The Concert, featuring Little Steven & the Disciples of Soul, Jake Clemons Band and more. Tickets required.

Haskell Day

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Monmouth Park (Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport)
• Details: Join Monmouth Park for the season’s premier race, and get there early to receive a free commemorative Haskell Hat. Tickets required.

Arts & Crafts Fair

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Veteran’s Park (Atlantic Highlands)
• Details: Join the Atlantic Highlands Historical Society’s 52nd annual Arts & Crafts Fair, featuring vendors and one-of-a-kind arts and crafts.

Saturday Serenade

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Downtown Freehold Gazebo (10 East Main Street, Freehold)
• Details: Enjoy local artists performing live at the Downtown Freehold Gazebo.

Marlboro Farmers Market

• Date: Sunday
• Location: 444 Route 520 (just west of Route 79)
• Details: Shop from dozens of vendors at the Marlboro Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Soccer Finals Viewing Party

• Date: Sunday
• Location: The Stone Pony (913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park)
• Details: Catch the finale of the World Cup at The Pony. A portion of ticket sales will directly benefit Growing Healthy Pantries, a statewide collaborative that addresses food security.