What's Happening June 2026

The start of summer ushers in endless sunshine, blue skies, laughter, excitement and fun. Families and kids of all ages can visit many New Jersey area festivals, fairs, special events and activities. Here is a look at what's coming up:

NJDEP Annual Hooked on Fishing - Not on Drugs Youth Fishing Challenge

Sat & Sun, June 6-7, 2026. FREE Fishing Days in New Jersey offers families the opportunity to freshwater fish without a license. All ages can fish free June 6th. Kids under 16 can fish free both days. For beginners, experts and everyone in between. Don’t miss this opportunity for kids to "get hooked" on a great sport! Check website for county locations.

Rose Day Festival at Colonial Parks Garden

Sat, June 6, 2026, 11AM-5PM. FREE Admission, donations appreciated. Celebrate summer and check out the Rose Day Festival and garden tours. Stroll through Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden to view the roses. Kids activities, live music, entertainment, craft vendors, food and more! 156 Mettlers Rd, Somerset, NJ.

L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival - Hackensack NJ

June 4-14, 2026. Head over to Hackensack for carnival rides, games, kids activities and more! Buy tickets online. Proceeds benefit L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence). 150 Kotte Place, Hackensack, NJ.

Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival

Sat-Sun, June 6-7, 2026. Come see hot air balloons, children’s activities, art vendors, food trucks, music entertainment and more! Participate in a chalk contest. Warren County Community College on Rte 57.

The NJ Renaissance Faire

Sat & Sun, June 6-7, June 13-14, 2026. Visit the most interactive Faire in all the lands. The NJ Renaissance Faire is a one of a kind experience with talented villagers dressed in period costumes. Sword fighters, dancers, musicians, jugglers, acrobats, magicians, fire breathers, sword swallowers and more! $ Admission. Burlington County Fairgrounds, 1990 Jacksonville Jobstown Rd, Columbus, NJ.

Garwood Rocks

Sun, June 7, 2026, 11AM-5PM. Garwood Rocks is a fun community event showcasing cars, music, entertainment, food, shopping, crafts, and a KidsZone. Downtown Garwood at Center Street.

Hasbrouck Heights Street Fair

Sun, June 7, 2026, 10AM-5PM. Fun for the whole family. Take part in a giant block party in Hasbrouck Heights. Live music, kids area, kiddie rides, crafters, performers, food booths, merchants, and more! Raymond St & Washington Place, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. 

Fair Lawn Street Fair & Craft Show

Sun, June 7, 2026, 11AM-5PM. Check out downtown Fairlawn for a FREE traditional street fair filled with vendors, crafts, music, food, and family activities. Radburn Street in Fairlawn, NJ. 

L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival - Garden State Plaza

Through Sun June 7, 2026. Head to Bergen County Paramus NJ for carnival rides, games, kids activities and more! Buy tickets online. 

Free Entrance Day National Parks

Sun, June 14, 2026. FREE Admission to all National Parks run by the National Park Service on Flag Day. 

Montvale Street Fair

Sun, June 14, 2026, 10AM-5PM. Giant Montvale Street Fair with vendors, arts & crafts, KidsZone, live music, and food trucks. 1 Paragon Dr., Montvale, NJ.

Tri-County Fair

Thurs-Sun, June 18-21, 2026, Hours vary. FREE Admission. Parking $5. Morris County's Tri-County Fair has exciting carnival attractions, rides, Ferris Wheel, carnival games, pony rides, live music with local talent, street fair food, and spectacular drone light show on Fri June 19th. Family entertainment featuring Arestov’s Acrobat Extravaganza. Fee for ride tickets. 140 Green Pond Rd, Rockaway, NJ.

Fanwood Fan Jam Street Fair

Sun, June 21, 2026, 11AM-7PM. Enjoy the excitement of the Fanwood Fan Jam Street Fair. It's a fun filled day with Kids Zone with rides and inflatables, crafters, food vendors, entertainment, and more! LaGrande Park in Fanwood, NJ. 

Giralda Music & Arts Festival

Takes place June 2026. Concert featuring a performance by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. Relax on the lush grounds of the Giralda Farms Corporate Park. Ticket admission. Free for kids under 4. Route 124 & Dodge Drive in Madison, NJ, Details at morrisarts.org

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