Best time to visit New Jersey
Best time of year to visit New Jersey
The best time to visit New Jersey runs from May to June and from September to October. Generally, these are excellent months for exploring the state. Late spring welcomes you with warmth, uncrowded streets, and numerous outdoor events during Memorial Day Weekend. Early fall is balmy with astonishing foliage and a hint of wind. You'll never regret it if you choose New Jersey for Halloween celebrations. The hot and humid period from July to August is literally meant for sea resorts, outdoor festivals, and state fairs. Just mind that summer is also the high season in New Jersey with swarms of tourists around. Temperatures from November to March are at their lowest and so is the number of visitors. So if you have some time on your hands, marvel at fantastic Christmas lights around New Jersey.
5 THINGS TO DO IN NEW JERSEY (JUNE 21 - JUNE 30)
State Fair Meadowlands
The largest fair of New Jersey offers old-fashioned fun
Fire Rainbows
A curious optical phenomenon occurs quite rarely and only in special locations. If you are in the right time and in the right place, just look up to the sky
Whale & Dolphin Watching
In southern New Jersey, you can observe several sea mammal species next to the shore
Stargazing
How about finding a few hours for yourself and going stargazing in New Jersey?
Beach Season
The best beaches of New Jersey are definitely worth your attention during hot summer days
28 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
The New Jersey Festival of Ballooning
out of rangeThe biggest summer hot air balloon and music festival in North America
New Jersey State Fair
out of rangeOld-fashioned fun and agricultural exhibits in New Jersey
Warren County Balloon Festival
out of rangeThree balloon festivals in two different locations—choose the one you like the most and go ahead!
4th of July
out of rangeSpectacular fireworks over oceanfront and small-town parades
Greenwood Lake Airshow
out of rangeRejoice in a breathtaking air show, combined with a one-of-a-kind night show
Cherry Blossoms
out of rangeBehold a range of pink across New Jersey's parks and arboretums
New Jersey Renaissance Faire
out of rangeFeel the real medieval vibe at this Renaissance fair
New Jersey Fall Foliage
out of rangeDespite being the most densely populated state, New Jersey has plenty of secluded spots for leaf peeping
Christmas Lights
out of rangePlenty of things to do during the festive season
Roar to the Shore
overOne of the largest motorcycle rallies of the Northeast
Power in the Pines Air Show & Open House
out of rangeA popular air show draws hundreds of thousands aviation fans
Atlantic City Airshow (Thunder Over the Boardwalk)
out of rangeOne of the largest air shows in the United States
New Jersey Folk Festival
out of rangeA celebration of traditions of three Native American Tribes
Delaware Water Gap Fall Foliage
out of rangeOne of the best fall color shows in the Poconos
New Year's Eve
out of rangeEnjoy numerous celebrations all around the state
Atlantic City 4th of July Events & Fireworks
out of rangeAtlantic City sparkles with red, white, and blue for America's birthday
Memorial Day Weekend
out of rangeLots of festivals, parades, and commemoration ceremonies
New Year's Eve
out of rangeWelcome in the upcoming year with numerous festivities
Cicada Mania
out of rangeA billionth population of American cicadas come out during final weeks in their lives to rejoice in a huge mating par
Lunar Faire
out of rangeA witchy and weird bi-monthly night market appearing on new and full moons
Grand Harvest Wine Festival Morristown
out of rangeAll the best New Jersey wineries in one place
St Ann's Festival Hoboken
unconfirmedVisit one of the most beloved Italian festivals in the USA
New Jersey Marathon & Half Marathon
on holdThe largest marathon in the state of New Jersey
Atlantic City Restaurant Week
out of rangeSix days of mouthwatering flavors from the city's best chefs
Halloween
out of rangeGet ready to be spooked and scared at one of New Jersey's many attractions
Pints in the Park
unconfirmedA one-day springtime festival at Washington Lake Park
Hammonton Carnival
out of rangeHammonton Carnival or Feast of Our Lady of Mt Carmel welcomes you
Atlantic City Beer & Music Fest
out of rangeSample up to 500 beers at Bader Field on Jersey Shore
