For Immediate Release:
June 16, 2015
Sparks fly in July in Monmouth County!
Fireworks, festivals, fairs and concerts head the bill
FREEHOLD, NJ – There is no better place to be than in Monmouth County this summer. The weather is hot and so is the entertainment. Outdoor concerts, festivals, fairs, fireworks shows and more are all presented along a beautiful coastline.
“The Monmouth County July tourism calendar does not leave even one day with nothing to do,” said Freeholder Thomas A. Arnone. “Frankly, it is hard to see why anyone would want to be anywhere else.”
Fireworks paint the skies red, white and blue as July kicks off with the celebration of America’s independence. July 4 falls on a Saturday this year, so enjoy the many weekend festivities and fireworks shows going on throughout the area.
One of the most popular Fourth of July celebrations is Long Branch’s annual OceanFest. Stop by the Oceanfront Promenade for food, vendors, bands and exhibits during the day, and enjoy one of the state’s largest fireworks displays at night.
The Independence Day celebration begins even before July 4 at the Atlantic Highlands Fireman’s Fair from June 30 to July 4, with fireworks on July 3.
The excitement just keeps on going: fireworks and festivities are at Keansburg Amusement Park July 3 and 4; in Bradley Beach and Manasquan on July 3 and Asbury Park and Freehold on July 4. In Ocean Grove there is an Independence Day parade on July 4 and head to Monmouth Park Racetrack on July 5 for the Red, White and Blue Party.
The fun continues with the popular Downtown Tuesday Night concerts located on Broadway in Long Branch on July 7, 14 and 21.
The Monmouth County Fair is being held at East Freehold Park from July 22 through July 26. The event boasts animal shows and exhibits, rides and amusements, stage entertainment, a home and garden competition and opening night fireworks.
The Red Bank Food and Wine Walk will be held July 19. Also in Red Bank is the Annual Sidewalk Sale July 24 through July 26.
Outdoor activities continue to be the theme of the summer. You can find a farm market, flea market or craft show almost every weekend throughout the County. Activities on the beach and in the sand include the Songwriters on the Beach in Belmar on July 9, 16, 23 and 30 and the Annual NJ Sandcastle Contest on 18th Avenue in Belmar on July 15.
Finally, never disappointing our music and theater enthusiasts, the list of live concerts and shows in July is impressive. Highlights include Kenny Rogers, Rob Thomas, Idina Menzel, Kelly Clarkson, Def Leppard and Rascal Flatts. There also are weekly free concert series in Belmar, Keyport, Long Branch, Red Bank and Sandy Hook, as well as weekly free movie series in various locations throughout the area.
As always, Monmouth County’s Calendar of Events will provide you with even more July entertainment. For a complete listing of events, go to www.visitmonmouth.com and click on the Tourism tab to find the Calendar of Events. Compiled by the Monmouth County Department of Public Information and Tourism, it is a comprehensive source for things to do and places to go and is updated regularly. You can also call 1-800-523-2587 to have a packet of information mailed to you, or stop by 3 East Main St., Freehold to browse the extensive literature between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays.
The next time you are on Facebook be sure to “like” the Monmouth County Tourism page. If you use Twitter, follow us on there, too.
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