It’s time for May flowers…and lots of other South Jersey events that we can’t wait to check out. We’ll see you there!
Down & Derby Wine Festival
May 4
Grab your big hats – it’s derby weekend, and we’re going wine tasting! Spend the afternoon tasting wines, eating good food, playing fun games and listening to live music on Veterans Island at Cooper River Park. The event runs from 2 to 7 pm. For more information and ticket pricing, visit the website.
Spring Crafts & Collectibles Show
May 4
Sample crafts and collectibles by the sea during Cape May MAC’s annual show hosted at The Emlen Physick Estate. The free show runs from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information, visit the website.
ECO Fair
May 4
Art and nature collide for a day of family fun at WheatonArts, featuring local gardening clubs, plant sales, nature trail tours, local artists, eco- and family-friendly activities and more. Plus, admission to WheatonArts exhibits and studio demonstrations is free for the day. The event runs from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Hammonton Arts & Music Festival
May 4
It’s time for a creativity block party. Hammonton’s Arts & Music Festival features live music, art vendors and demonstrations along Horton St. The festival runs from 2 to 7 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Spring on Tap Beer Festival
May 5
After the Down & Derby Wine Festival, go home and get some rest…then come right back the next day for an unforgettable afternoon of local craft beers, food trucks, live music and vendors. The free event runs from noon to 6 pm. For more information, visit the website.
The Hessian Legacy & the Revolution
May 7
Dive into some history during Indian King Tavern Museum’s free Spring lecture series. This month’s lecture is held at The Haddon Fortnightly and covers the role that German soldiers played in the American Revolution. The lecture starts at 7 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Brews & Cruise Car Show
May 9
It’s right there in the name, sip some brews while checking out the cool rides at Haddon Townships annual car show. The event runs from 5 to 8 pm, with live music, food trucks, a beer garden and more at Crystal Lake Pool. For more information, visit the website.
2nd Saturday
May 11
Collingswood’s Haddon Ave. comes alive with art, live music, food and more during its Second Saturday. The free event runs from 5 to 9 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Spring Garden Expo & Plant Sale
May 11
Kick your garden up a notch at Gloucester County’s garden expo and plant sale, featuring free pH soil testing, gardening seminars and a plant sale. The free event runs from 9 am to 2 pm at Scotland Run Park in Clayton. For more information, visit the website.
Camden Night Gardens
May 24
Pack your night with fun for the whole family, from free rides and live music to a car show. The event runs from 5 to 9 pm at Coopers Poynt Park. For more information, visit the website.
Unlocking of the Ocean
May 24
Put on your suit and walk into the ocean. Yes, you read that correctly. Ocean City’s annual unlocking of the ocean – where participants dress in business attire and march into the water – is right around the corner. The march starts at noon at Moorlyn Terrace St. Beach. For more information, visit the website.
Summer Maker Market
May 31
Find your next favorite piece of art, jewelry, outfit, accessory in between listening to live music and stopping by food vendors at the Haddon Square Summer Market. The market, featuring local artisans selling handmade goods, runs from 5 to 9 pm in Haddon Square in Haddon Twp. For more information, visit the website.
