The Best New Jersey Events: Statewide Calendar

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Memorial Day Weekend at Resorts Casino Hotel
Memorial Day Weekend at Resorts Casino Hotel

When: 05/22/2026 at 12:00 PM
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel, 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Details: Summer’s almost here, and Resorts Casino Hotel is ready to get the party started with the ultimate Memorial Day Weekend! Head to the AC Boardwalk during their annual Beach Ball Drop on Friday, May 22. Resorts is hosting free live entertainment starting at Noon, including the Opening of the Sea Ceremony, games and giveaways from Bacardi Ardi, and live music from everyone’s favorite cover band: Sidestory! Stick around until 5pm and say hello to summer in style as Resorts Casino Hotel unleashes 5,000 beach balls onto the Boardwalk! Click here to read more about this Featured Event

Five-Course Dining Experience at Revell Hall
Five-Course Dining Experience at Revell Hall

When: 05/27/2026 at 7:00 PM
Where: Revell Hall, 219 High St, Burlington
Details: Revell Hall will host an exclusive five-course dining experience on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM. This special event with feature the iconic spirits Nolet’s Gin and Ketel One Vodka. Hosted by Chef/Owner Joey Sergentakis and Master Mixologist Steve Mazzuca, the evening will offer a thoughtfully curated five-course dining experience featuring handcrafted cocktails by Nolet’s Gin and Ketel One Vodka. Each course is designed to elevate the next, serving as an exploration of refined flavors, expert mixology, and exceptional hospitality. Click here to read more about this Featured Event

SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution
SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution

When: 05/30/2026 at 12:00 PM
Where: War Memorial, One Memorial Drive, Trenton
Details: The Garden State Wine Growers Association is proud to announce SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution, an exciting and immersive wine event taking place on May 30, 2026, at the historic War Memorial in Trenton, New Jersey. In partnership with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, the NJ wine community is ready to celebrate America 250 at this truly historic moment. Tickets Are Available Now online at https://www.newjerseywines.com/sips-stars-and-stripes/. (Designated Driver Tickets are available at the door.) Click here to read more about this Featured Event

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New Jersey Wine & Food Festival 2026
05/01/2026 - 05/03/2026    
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
A celebration of culinary artistry and the world’s best wines and spirits, the annual New Jersey Wine & Food Festival at Crystal Springs Resort returns May 1st - 3rd with the godfather of modern English cooking Marco Pierre White as Guest of Honor, three Top Chefs cooking an amazing dinner, lunch with New Jersey Monthly Best Restaurant Award winners, a cocktail competition with top New Jersey bartenders, and much more. The weekend’s events allow food and wine enthusiasts to meet and mingle with the world’s finest chefs and winemakers.
Memorial Day Weekend at Resorts Casino Hotel
05/22/2026    
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Summer’s almost here, and Resorts Casino Hotel is ready to get the party started with the ultimate Memorial Day Weekend! Head to the AC Boardwalk during their annual Beach Ball Drop on Friday, May 22. Resorts is hosting free live entertainment starting at Noon, including the Opening of the Sea Ceremony, games and giveaways from Bacardi Ardi, and live music from everyone’s favorite cover band: Sidestory! Stick around until 5pm and say hello to summer in style as Resorts Casino Hotel unleashes 5,000 beach balls onto the Boardwalk!
Five-Course Dining Experience at Revell Hall
05/27/2026    
7:00 pm
Revell Hall will host an exclusive five-course dining experience on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM. This special event with feature the iconic spirits Nolet’s Gin and Ketel One Vodka. Hosted by Chef/Owner Joey Sergentakis and Master Mixologist Steve Mazzuca, the evening will offer a thoughtfully curated five-course dining experience featuring handcrafted cocktails by Nolet’s Gin and Ketel One Vodka. Each course is designed to elevate the next, serving as an exploration of refined flavors, expert mixology, and exceptional hospitality.
SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution
05/30/2026    
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Garden State Wine Growers Association is proud to announce SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution, an exciting and immersive wine event taking place on May 30, 2026, at the historic War Memorial in Trenton, New Jersey. In partnership with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, the NJ wine community is ready to celebrate America 250 at this truly historic moment. Tickets Are Available Now online at https://www.newjerseywines.com/sips-stars-and-stripes/. (Designated Driver Tickets are available at the door.)
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SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution

Where: War Memorial – 05/30/2026: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: The Garden State Wine Growers Association is proud to announce SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution, an exciting and immersive wine event taking place on May 30, 2026, at the historic War Memorial in Trenton, New Jersey. In partnership with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, the NJ wine community is ready to celebrate America 250 at this truly historic moment. Tickets Are Available Now online at https://www.newjerseywines.com/sips-stars-and-stripes/. (Designated Driver Tickets are available at the door.)

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Five-Course Dining Experience at Revell Hall

Where: Revell Hall – 05/27/2026: 7:00 pm
Details: Revell Hall will host an exclusive five-course dining experience on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM. This special event with feature the iconic spirits Nolet’s Gin and Ketel One Vodka. Hosted by Chef/Owner Joey Sergentakis and Master Mixologist Steve Mazzuca, the evening will offer a thoughtfully curated five-course dining experience featuring handcrafted cocktails by Nolet’s Gin and Ketel One Vodka. Each course is designed to elevate the next, serving as an exploration of refined flavors, expert mixology, and exceptional hospitality.

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About The Best of New Jersey Events Calendar

Looking for concerts in New Jersey? Our events calendar includes the Garden State’s best venues. This includes top locations like the PNC Bank Arts Center, the Prudential Center, the Stone Pony and more. Or perhaps you’re more interested in family events and activities? In that case, we have everything from 4th of July fireworks events to food truck festivals; we also have activity listings for family recreation at places like Turtle Back Zoo.