The first full weekend in March brings us even closer to Spring. Enjoy the return of the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, several St. Patrick’s Day Parades, Beer Festivals, and the annual Atlantic City Restaurant Week.

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Top Ten New Jersey Events for March 6 -8, 2020:

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival

March 6 – 8

Aisle after aisle of handmade arts & crafts await you and your friends. From jewelry, clothing and accessories to home décor, art, and gifts there is something for everyone at Sugarloaf Crafts. Sugarloaf’s biggest NJ event ever, 350+ talented artisans are excited to meet you! Experience live art demonstrations and free Learn to Paint classes. Entertain the kids with a free interactive puppet theater. Looking to entertain your taste buds? Sample from dozens of well-stocked specialty food booths.

NJ Convention and Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison, NJ

Cost: $8 advance, $10 door. Kids 12 and under are free

Hoboken’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

March 7, 10AM

Since 2012, in an effort to curb shenanigans, the City of Hoboken has canceled the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. In it;s place, the Hoboken bar owners have organized a city-wide Annual St Paddy’s Hoboken Celebration. This Irish Themed celebration is held at over 15 venues. Participation is gained with the “All Access Pass” that you’ll register at the bar that you choose (your starting point). You’ll receive a wristband, which will entitle you to FREE Admission to all of the participating venues until at least 2 PM! With all of the bars in town being known for getting crammed in during the day – this pass will allow you to gain free access until 2 PM and some venues, even later into the afternoon! You will also receive a full MAP of Hoboken’s best venues to visit during the day. Passes for the many participating venues can be bought on their website.

Ocean County/Seaside Heights, NJ – Parade

March 7, 12PM

The parade begins at on the Boulevard and goes 1- 1/4 miles long starting at the Seaside Park border and ending at Sampson Avenue. The rain date scheduled for the next day. This is a popular parade, last year over 75,000 people watching. marching bands and floats.

Seaside Heights, NJ

Artwork Trenton’s Art Making Days

March 7, 12PM – 4PM

Now in its 8th year, Art Making Day is a free two-day event that promotes the ability to educate and connect the entire community through various forms of creative expression. Parents, grandparents, teenagers and children…there is not a soul too old nor too young. All materials are provided

Artworks Trenton

19 Everett Alley, Trenton, N

Laurita Winery Shamrock Festival

March 7 & 8

Whether you’re Irish or just look good in green, come bring the kiddos to celebrate Irishness at the Laurita Shamrock Festival! This will be an exciting weekend of fantastic fun, toe-tapping Irish music, and wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.

Laurita Winery

85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ

Woodbridge St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 8, 1:30PM

The 2020 Woodbridge Parade starts at Woodbridge High School and ends at Woodbridge Town Hall. The Woodbridge parade is Central Jersey’s largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade features more than 80 marching units, including traditional Irish Pipe Bands and Step Dancers, Irish-themed parade floats and displays, marching bands representing all three Woodbridge Township high schools, representatives from Township fire departments, first aid and emergency response squads, and members of the Woodbridge Township education community.

Woodbridge Town Hall, Woodbridge, NJ

Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 8, 1PM – 4PM

Over the past 6 years, the Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade has attracted over 10,000 visitors to Asbury Park. The parade features local participation from honored veterans, local Boy & Girl Scout troops, dance school, high school marching bands, bicyclists, animal rescue groups, classic cars, regional pipe and drum groups and first responders. There will be appearances from award-winning mummers, clowns, roller girls, live bands on floats, Asbury Park’s beloved zombies and so much more.

Shamrock Brew Fest

March 8, 1PM – 5PM

Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in the Garden State Plaza! Join MegaBite Events and 25 breweries from around the tri-state area at the Garden State Plaza in Paramus for the inaugural Shamrock Brew Fest. Sample a fine selection of over 40 styles of craft lagers, pilsners, IPAs and more on tap at this great indoor venue. Enjoy gourmet food vendors, a live DJ and a variety of games, including corn hole and jenga. What you get: Pay one fee to get in, and all drinks are on the house! You will receive a five ounce souvenir glass with a two ounce pour line. You are welcome to sample any beer that our brewers have.

Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ

Cost: $5 – $59

Belmar’s 12th Annual Dine and Discover

March 8, 11:30PM – 3:30PM

Some Participating Restaurants…

10th Ave Burrito

Anchor Tavern

Bar Anticipation

Flames Brazilian Steakhouse

Klein’s Fish Market & Waterside Cafe

La Dolce Vita

Marina Grill

Main Street Donuts

Sweet Tease Tea Room

Sweet!

Belmar, NJ

Cost: Advance Tickets will then be $35, Day of Tickets $40

Atlantic City Restaurant Week

March 8 – 13

Restaurant Week is a six-day celebration of the culinary scene in Atlantic City, from March 3-8, 2019. During Restaurant Week, participating restaurants offer a multi-course meal for the fixed price of $15.19 for lunch and $35.19 for dinner.

Participating Atlantic City Restaurant

Cost: Varies Per Restaurant

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