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New-Jersey-Leisure-Guide August, 2017 Edition
July 31, 2017

New Jersey Leisure Guide Monthly Newsletter
August, 2017

 

This is a great time of the year with warm summer weather still in effect and the end of the peak vacation season nearing the end. It's also a great time to of the year to visit many of the cultural festivals.


This Edition's Contents...

  • Popular August Events and Things To Do
  • Seasonal Frequently Asked Question
  • This Month's Featured Restaurant

Note: This information is provided by event sponsors as a free service to our viewers. Sometimes conditions require cancellations or changes of dates, times and location which are not reflected in the original schedule. Before planning a trip to visit one of the listed events, it is suggested that you call the event sponsor to confirm the event schedule or for additional information on the event


 



Popular August, 2017 Events and Things To Do


Linkin Park, Machine Gun Kelly & One Ok Rock
Tuesday August 1, 2017 6:45PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets


Coldplay
Tuesday August 1, 2017 7:00PM
MetLife Stadium
East Rutherford, NJ
Tickets


Nickelback & Daughtry
Friday August 4, 2017 7:00PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets


Brad Paisley, Dustin Lynch, Chase Bryant & Lindsay Eli
Friday August 4, 2017 7:30PM
PNC Bank Arts Center
Holmdel, NJ
Tickets


New Jersey State Fair
August 4th - 13th, 2017
Sussex County Fairgrounds
37 Plains Rd.
Augusta, NJ 07822
973-948-5500
Website
This family event features a variety of live entertainment performers, equestrian shows, demolition derby, oxen pulls, Motocross Shows, Tractor & Truck Pulls, childrens activities, and more.


Earth, Wind and Fire & Nile Rodgers
Friday August 4, 2017 8:00PM
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Tickets


Dierks Bentley, Cole Swindell & Jon Pardi
Saturday August 5, 2017 7:00PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets


Beatlemania Again Live in Concert
August 8, 2017; 7pm
Wildwoods Convention Center
4506 Boardwalk
Wildwood, NJ
Facebook
Contact : 800-745-3000, Email: BeatlemaniaAgain1@comcast.net
Tickets: $35 ,$25, $15 - Ticketmaster 1800 745-3000 or you may purchase tickets at the Wildwoods Convention Center Box Office.
The Beatles Experience: Relive the Music, the Magic and the Mania Live on Stage


The Italian American Association of Ocean Township Annual Italian Festival
August 9th - 13th, 2017
Joe Palaia Park
corner of Deal and Whalepond Road
Ocean Township, NJ
(732) 531-5768
Website
This four day Italian Festival annually attracts over 80,000 people with a taste for our traditional foods and wholesome family fun. Celebrating Italian heritage and culture! * * FREE ADMISSION * *
There's something for everyone! From sampling the great taste of Italy's delicious food, rides, games, and music. This year's festival promises 5 fun filled days of entertainment for the entire family.


Lady Antebellum, Kelsea Ballerini & Brett Young
Friday August 11, 2017 7:00PM
PNC Bank Arts Center
Holmdel, NJ
Tickets


Chris Stapleton, Margo Price & Brent Cobbs
Saturday August 12, 2017 7:00PM
Camden, NJ
Tickets


Yestival Tour: Yes, Todd Rundgren & Carl Palmer's ELP Legacy
Saturday August 12, 2017 7:00PM
PNC Bank Arts Center
Holmdel, NJ
Tickets





Florida Georgia Line, Nelly & Chris Lane

Thursday August 17, 2017 7:00PM
PNC Bank Arts Center
Holmdel, NJ
Tickets


Shawn Mendes & Charlie Puth
Thursday August 17, 2017 7:30PM
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Tickets


. Jimmy Buffett
Thursday August 17, 2017 8:00PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets

Lionel Richie & Mariah Carey
Friday August 18, 2017 7:00PM
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Tickets


John Mayer
Friday August 18, 2017 7:30PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets



Goo Goo Dolls & Phillip Phillips
Friday August 18, 2017 8:00PM
PNC Bank Arts Center
Holmdel, NJ
Tickets


Hank Williams Jr. & Lynyrd Skynyrd
Saturday August 19, 2017 7:00PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets


United We Rock Tour: Styx, REO Speedwagon & Don Felder
Tuesday August 22, 2017 7:00PM
PNC Bank Arts Center
Holmdel, NJ
Tickets


Justin Bieber
Wednesday August 23, 24, 2017 7:30PM
MetLife Stadium
East Rutherford, NJ
Tickets


Jason Aldean, Chris Young & Kane Brown
Friday August 25, 2017 7:30PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets


Kendrick Lamar, YG & D.R.A.M.
Friday August 25, 2017 7:30PM
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Tickets


Asbury Park Surf Music Festival
Saturday, August 26, 2017, @ 12:00pm ( Rain or Shine)
The Anchor's Bend & Grand Arcade at Convention Hall
Asbury Park, NJ
Website (Line-up & tickets)
Attendees get to enjoy live surf music, Tiki drinks, classic cars, and food vendors with ocean views.
This years lineup includes Los Straitjackets (TN), The Fathoms (MA), Aqualads (NC), Black Flamingos (NJ), Slowey & The Boats (PA), The Surfrajettes (ON), Great White Caps (PA), The Televisionaries (NY), The Reefriders (CA), and DJ Hi-Tide & friends

Matchbox Twenty & Counting Crows
Saturday August 26, 2017 6:45PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets

Long Branch Jazz & Blues Festival
Saturday, August 26, 2017; 12:00 -10:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine)
The Great Lawn on the Long Branch Promenade
Long Branch, NJ
Website
This music festival features a mix of strong national and local musicians performing live Jazz and blues on stage, kids activities, and food vendors with exotic and regional NJ food and crafts and Fireworks.
The lineup of jazz and blues includes seven great bands. Lawn chairs are encouraged, coolers forbidden, sunscreen a must! Fireworks from 9:30 to 9:45 .
The festival is free to the public, dog friendly and all ages are welcome to attend. 

NFL Preseason: New York Giants vs. New York Jets
Saturday August 26, 2017 7:00PM
MetLife Stadium
East Rutherford, NJ
Tickets



Green Day & Catfish and The Bottlemen
Thursday August 31, 2017 7:00PM
BB&T Pavilion
Camden, NJ
Tickets






This Month's Frequently Asked Question

Question: What is the best way to get to Atlantic City and the Casino Hotels from NYC without Driving?

Answer: Greyhound buses from the New York City (Port Authority Bus Terminal) offers the most direct & frequent service to Atlantic city. Their Lucky Streakآ buses provides front-door service to many of the most popular casinos in Atlantic City.Greyhound Lucky Streak Bus Service If you are not staying at one of the popular casinos, The Jitney minibus shuttle is available to/from the Atlantic City Bus Terminal to all the hotels. The Bus Terminal is adjacent to The Atlantic City Outlets and is a two or three (long) blocks from casinos such as Caesars, Bally's and Trump Plaza, and the Atlantic City Convention Center.

New Jersey Restaurant Reviews - New Jersey has over 23,000 restaurants and finding about them is often times a time consuming task. Find a restaurant in a town of your choise with comprehensive restaurant reviews.

This Month's Featured Restaurant:
Marina Grill
Belmar, NJ
This popular restaurant is enjoyed by diners who love scenic riverfront views with attractive, trendy ambiance in a high energy setting.
Read review


For other top New Jersey Attractions, Events & Things to do:

Top Ten Things To Do in August - The top ten seasonal outdoor and indoor activities, events, attractions, and points of interest for people of all ages.

August 2017 Events - This months events includes concerts, theatre, festivals, sports, and entertainment, that have appeal to people of all ages and interests.

Monthly Events - This page has links to events that appear in future months, usually 3-4 months in advance. The Monthly newsletter that you are receiving includes many of the events found on the pages.

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