Live Music, Festivals & More: This Weekend In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — The weekend has officially arrived.

As the end of August gets closer, there's still plenty of summer events happening along the Jersey Shore.

Whether you're looking to enjoy some live music, shop from local vendors at an arts and crafts or vintage festival, or learn more about the history of the Jersey Shore, here are seven local events you can check out this weekend:

The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre (99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank)
• Details: Founded by legendary pianist and bandleader William James "Count" Basie, the Count Basie Orchestra remains a global force in Jazz over 30 years after his passing and will play in Red Bank on Saturday. Tickets required.

Saturday Serenade

• Date: Saturday
• Location: Downtown Freehold Gazebo (10 East Main Street, Freehold)
• Location: Take part in a local tradition that fills Downtown Freehold with the sounds of summer. Karaoke — DJ Joe Kahwaty. 7-9 p.m.

Asbury Park Ghost Tours

• Dates: Saturday
• Location: Paranormal Books & Curiosities (621 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park)
• Details: Go on a tour of Asbury Park's haunted history with Paranormal Books & Curiosities. Walking tours take 60-75 minutes in length. Tickets required.

Antique & Vintage Show

• Date: Sunday
• Location: The Historic Village at Allaire (4263 Atlantic Avenue, Farmingdale)
• Details: Check out over 20 antique and vintage dealers at the Antique & Vintage Show. A food truck, Allaire Bakery and ATM will be on site.

NJ Thoroughbred Festival & Giveaway

• Date: Sunday
• Location: Monmouth Park (Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport)
• Details: Celebrate NJ thoroughbred racing at Monmouth Park with free family fun day activities from 12-4 p.m. and free giveaway items to the first 3,000 guests. Tickets required.

Chance The Rapper

• Date: Sunday
• Location: The Stone Pony (913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park)
• Details: See Chance The Rapper on his Coloring Book 10 Year Anniversary Tour. Tickets required.

Arts Fest Day

• Date: Sunday
• Location: 5th Avenue Boardwalk Gazebo (Bradley Beach)
• Details: Join the Arts Council of Bradley Beach for Arts Fest Day from 12:30-5:30 p.m., featuring all-day arts and crafts for kids, live music and more.