Middletown Freedom Fest Rescheduled To August 9

The drone show that was supposed to be July 5 at Bayshore Waterfront Park will now be August 9. Also, Middletown Day will be Oct. 4.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Middletown And The Area

Here's our guide to fireworks and other celebrations in Middletown and the surrounding areas.

Tall Ships Will Anchor Off Sandy Hook Starting Tuesday; See Them This Week

Dozens of tall ships from around the world will be docked in Sandy Hook Bay from Tuesday through Friday night.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Middletown

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Middletown.

All The Info. On NYC's Tall Ship Parade July 3-8

Class-A tall ships will be docked off Sandy Hook on July 3.

Middletown Will Host Freedom Fest Drone Show Over Raritan Bay On July 5

This year, to celebrate America's 250th birthday, Middletown Township will host a patriotic drone show over Raritan Bay on July 5.

2 Chances To Volunteer This April In Middletown

April 19 and April 22, both at Bayshore Waterfront Park. No registration necessary, just show up.

Celebrate Earth Day At Huber Woods Environmental Center In Middletown

The Monmouth County Park System will host an Earth Day Open House April 18 at Huber Woods Environmental Center.

Spring/Easter Celebration March 28 At Middletown Arts Center

Bring kids for spring crafts, a bounce house, petting zoo, pony rides, Doodle Dude and Miss Fish, photos with the Easter Bunny and more.

Get A Free Pastry At Uncle Giuseppe's Market If Your Name Is Joe, Giuseppe, Josie, Etc.

The promotion is valid at all Uncle Giuseppe’s locations in New Jersey and New York, while supplies last.

Monmouth County Summer Job Fair Will Be March 7

The Monmouth County Park System is looking to hire pool lifeguards, camp counselors, seasonal maintenance workers and more:

Order A Singing Valentine For Your Sweetheart From Red Bank Barbershop Quartet

They've delivered singing Valentines to women at work, at a Zumba class at the gym and even in the hospital.

IMA Primary Care, Urgent Care Thanks Those Who Donated To Their Holiday Toy Drive

All the toys will be distributed by Middletown Helps Its Own and Monmouth County’s Toys for Tots chapter.

Landscaping Company Praised For 'Very Attentive' Work

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Best Christmas Lights In Middletown, And Nearby: The 2025 List

It's time to drive around and look at the lights! Here's our 2025 round-up of the best decorated homes in and around Middletown:

IMA Toy Drive Happening Now Through Dec. 17

If you wish to participate, you can drop new and unwrapped toys off at the following nine IMA locations in Monmouth County:

IMA Patients Donate Food To Middletown Helps Its Own, Lunch Break To Feed 1,000 Monmouth Families

All donations go to Middletown Helps Its Own and Lunch Break, two local non-profits that will provide Thanksgiving meals to 1,000 families.

All The December Events In Monmouth County Parks

Meet Santa December 13 and 14 at historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel, and many more events:

First-Ever Outdoor Ice Skating Rink Opens At Middletown Sports Complex

Get ready if you love ice skating: The Middletown Sports Complex will open its first-ever outdoor ice skating rink in two weeks.

After 50 Years, Highlands Man Honored For His Service In Vietnam War

Bill Ward earned the medals more than five decades ago in the Vietnam War but, due to administrative delays, he never received them.

Donate Through Nov. 20 To IMA's Thanksgiving Food Drive

All donated food will be given to Middletown Helps Its Own and Lunch Break. Here's how to donate:

Take Kids To Thompson Park Day, Oct. 19 In Lincroft

There's scarecrow making, a jack o'lantern-carving contest, potato sack races, pie-eating contests for kids AND adults, and more:

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Middletown This Fall

We've rounded up our favorite spots in the state:

Brookdale’s Haunted Theater Returns, And This Year's Theme Is Nightmares

Shows start Friday at Brookdale Community College's haunted theater, ranked the #1 indoor haunted house in New Jersey.

Non-Scary Hayrides Offered In October In Huber Woods Park

These non-scary, family-friendly hayrides go through Huber Woods Park in Middletown to see educational skits.

Here Are The Dates For Brookdale's Haunted Theater This Year

They have auditions this week to be an actor in the theater, and also a Lights On, Scare's Off tour of the theater for younger kids.

Where To Pick Apples Around Middletown: 2025 Guide

We rounded up our favorite spots near Middletown for apple picking, pumpkin picking, corn mazes and more:

The Wag Plans Halloween Spectacular Family Show At Middletown Arts Center

Bring the kids and come dressed in costume. There will be a costume contest and you just may win a prize.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Middletown

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Middletown:

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Middletown

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Middletown:

New Year’s Eve 2024 In Middletown: Fireworks And More

Middletown residents have their choice to see fireworks in either New Brunswick or Long Branch, and other events across the state:

IMA Patients Help Spread Holiday Cheer To Middletown Helps Its Own

For the seventh year in a row, IMA Urgent Care/Primary Care hosted its annual toy drive for Middletown Helps Its Own and Toys for Tots.

‘Tis the Season for Safety and Holiday Cheer

The New Jersey Poison Control Center offers safety tips for the holidays.

10,000 Shoppers Attended Made In Monmouth Holiday Craft Market

Who needs Amazon? A record number of shoppers attended the Dec. 14 fair, which sells locally-made gifts. Another will be in the spring.

Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Middletown?

Who has the best light displays in Middletown? Email carly.baldwin@patch.com and let us know the address.

IMA Urgent Care, Primary Care Hosts Holiday Toy Drive

If you want to donate, toys can be dropped off to IMA's nine offices in Monmouth County through Dec. 15.

Take Santa Photos With Kevin Smith For 1 More Night Only In Red Bank

Take a photo with filmmaker Kevin Smith ("Clerks I, II and III") dressed as Santa, out of his comic book shop in Red Bank:

Where To See Santa In Middletown This Christmas Season

In Middletown and the area, there are lots of chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person, plus other holiday-time events.

Best Christmas Lights In The Middletown Area: The 2024 List

It's time to drive around and see the lights! Here's our 2024 round-up of the best Christmas lights in Middletown and nearby towns:

Middletown Resident Thankful For 'One Of A Kind Husband'

Patch and T-Mobile are teaming up to bring your moments of thankfulness from the dinner table to a wider audience.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.