| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, July 13-17, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, July 13-17, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, July 13, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Park System Historic Sites |
Wednesday-Sunday, July 15-19, 2026
Varies
732-842-4000, ext. 4312 | The Park System has a number of sites listed on the National Registers of Historic Places that open for free tours. Schedules vary by site. (Please note that not all sites may be open today.) Click on the above link for details.
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| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, July 16, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Fishing 101 – A Beginner’s Guide to Fishing |
Thursday, July 16, 2026
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Learn how to rig, bait, cast, and, hopefully, catch your first fish during this program offered at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. Come and go at any time. Bait and tackle provided. Open to all ages; under 14 with adult. Fishing license required for ages 16-69. Stop by the bait shop for day of registration. No groups please. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, July 17, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Concert in the Park: American Folk Rock with Jackson Pines |
Friday, July 17, 2026
7-8:30 p.m.
| Weaving fingerpicking, fiddle, and stand-up bass with vocal harmonies, this local band will play original songs and centuries-old folksongs. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, food, and soft drinks. The concert is outdoors at the Thompson Park Theatre Barn; however, inclement weather will move the concert indoors. FREE! |
| Saturday Swim Time at Big Brook Park |
Saturday, July 18, 2026
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Enjoy the pool at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The cost per day is $35.00 per family (up to 4 people); $10.00 per person. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Open Swim at the Fort |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Disc Golfing at Big Brook |
Saturday, July 18, 2026
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Bring your friends or family and challenge each other to a round of disc golf at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The baskets are set up in varying lengths from 150 to 250 feet. We will provide the discs, or bring your own. Sign in at the Park Pool House and let the disc fly! Open to ages 5 and up, families, with adult. FREE!
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| Thompson Park Canoe Rentals |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
732-842-4000 | Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake in Thompson Park, Lincroft. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. All rentals must be returned by 3 p.m. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only. |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, July 20-24, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, July 20-24, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, July 20, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Casual Birder at Big Brook Park |
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
9 a.m.
| Join a Park System Naturalist for this laid-back morning bird walk at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. We’ll meander for about an hour and a half and see what birds we can find. Participants should expect to be walking a few miles (2-4) on sometimes uneven or muddy terrain. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy this walk. A limited number of binoculars will be available on a first come basis. FREE! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Monmouth County Fair |
Wednesday-Sunday, July 22-26, 2026
| Held at East Freehold Showgrounds, Freehold, this annual event features 4-H shows and exhibits, amusement rides (wristband required), entertainment, home and garden competitions, opening night fireworks (weather permitting), and more. Admission is $10 per person; children 12 and under are free. |
| Park System Historic Sites |
Wednesday-Sunday, July 22-26, 2026
Varies
732-842-4000, ext. 4312 | The Park System has a number of sites listed on the National Registers of Historic Places that open for free tours. Schedules vary by site. (Please note that not all sites may be open today.) Click on the above link for details.
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| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Nature Lecture Series - Understanding Dolphin Behavior |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
7-8 p.m.
| Come to the Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth, for a talk by a Park System Naturalist and learn about these marine mammals and how their presence contributes to the diverse ecosystem thriving along the Jersey Shore. FREE! |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, July 23, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Fishing 101 – A Beginner’s Guide to Fishing |
Thursday, July 23, 2026
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Learn how to rig, bait, cast, and, hopefully, catch your first fish during this program offered at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. Come and go at any time. Bait and tackle provided. Open to all ages; under 14 with adult. Fishing license required for ages 16-69. Stop by the bait shop for day of registration. No groups please. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, July 24, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Disc Golfing at Big Brook |
Saturday, July 25, 2026
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Bring your friends or family and challenge each other to a round of disc golf at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The baskets are set up in varying lengths from 150 to 250 feet. We will provide the discs, or bring your own. Sign in at the Park Pool House and let the disc fly! Open to ages 5 and up, families, with adult. FREE!
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| Open Swim at the Fort |
Saturday & Sunday, July 25 & 26, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Saturday Swim Time at Big Brook Park |
Saturday, July 25, 2026
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Enjoy the pool at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The cost per day is $35.00 per family (up to 4 people); $10.00 per person. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, July 25 & 26, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, July 25 & 26, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, July 27-31, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, July 27-31, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, July 27, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Park System Historic Sites |
Wednesday-Sunday, July 29-August 2, 2026
Varies
732-842-4000, ext. 4312 | The Park System has a number of sites listed on the National Registers of Historic Places that open for free tours. Schedules vary by site. (Please note that not all sites may be open today.) Click on the above link for details.
|
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, July 30, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Fishing 101 – A Beginner’s Guide to Fishing |
Thursday, July 30, 2026
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Learn how to rig, bait, cast, and, hopefully, catch your first fish during this program offered at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. Come and go at any time. Bait and tackle provided. Open to all ages; under 14 with adult. Fishing license required for ages 16-69. Stop by the bait shop for day of registration. No groups please. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, July 31, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Disc Golfing at Big Brook |
Saturday, August 1, 2026
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Bring your friends or family and challenge each other to a round of disc golf at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The baskets are set up in varying lengths from 150 to 250 feet. We will provide the discs, or bring your own. Sign in at the Park Pool House and let the disc fly! Open to ages 5 and up, families, with adult. FREE!
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| Saturday Swim Time at Big Brook Park |
Saturday, August 1, 2026
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Enjoy the pool at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The cost per day is $35.00 per family (up to 4 people); $10.00 per person. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Open Swim at the Fort |
Saturday & Sunday, August 1 & 2, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Thompson Park Canoe Rentals |
Saturday & Sunday, August 1 & 2, 2026
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
732-842-4000 | Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake in Thompson Park, Lincroft. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. All rentals must be returned by 3 p.m. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only. |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, August 1 & 2, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Wood Carving Demonstration at the Holmes-Hendrickson House |
Saturday, August 1, 2026
1-3 p.m.
| See how the wood carver whittles a block of wood into a beautiful work of art. Held at the Holmes-Hendrickson House, Holmdel Park, Holmdel. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, August 1 & 2, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Music on the Porch |
Sunday, August 2, 2026
1-3 p.m.
609-259-6275 | Let the toe tapping tunes of an acoustic duo enliven your visit to Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. FREE! |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, August 3-7, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, August 3-7, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, August 3, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Open Mic Poetry - Echoes and/or Micro-Poetry |
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
7-8:30 p.m.
| Explore or recite literary works during a time of alliteration, rhythm and verse. All are welcome to read your work aloud or read work from your favorite poet(s). Must be appropriate for a family-oriented audience. Pre-registration is recommended for readers. Held at the Thompson Park Theatre Barn, Lincroft. FREE! |
| Park System Historic Sites |
Wednesday-Sunday, August 5-9, 2026
Varies
732-842-4000, ext. 4312 | The Park System has a number of sites listed on the National Registers of Historic Places that open for free tours. Schedules vary by site. (Please note that not all sites may be open today.) Click on the above link for details.
|
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, August 6, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Fishing 101 – A Beginner’s Guide to Fishing |
Thursday, August 6, 2026
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Learn how to rig, bait, cast, and, hopefully, catch your first fish during this program offered at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. Come and go at any time. Bait and tackle provided. Open to all ages; under 14 with adult. Fishing license required for ages 16-69. Stop by the bait shop for day of registration. No groups please. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, August 7, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Friday, August 7, 2026
6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Disc Golfing at Big Brook |
Saturday, August 8, 2026
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Bring your friends or family and challenge each other to a round of disc golf at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The baskets are set up in varying lengths from 150 to 250 feet. We will provide the discs, or bring your own. Sign in at the Park Pool House and let the disc fly! Open to ages 5 and up, families, with adult. FREE!
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| Open Swim at the Fort |
Saturday & Sunday, August 8 & 9, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Saturday Swim Time at Big Brook Park |
Saturday, August 8, 2026
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Enjoy the pool at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The cost per day is $35.00 per family (up to 4 people); $10.00 per person. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, August 8 & 9, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Open Shoot Archery |
Saturday, August 8, 2026
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
| Improve your archery skills during this open shoot at the Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. All equipment is provided. Open to ages 10 and up; under 18 with adult. The cost is $10 per person; cash or check only. |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, August 8 & 9, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Victorian Laundry Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Sunday, August 9, 2026
1-2:30 p.m.
| Experience a late-Victorian laundry day at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. From lighting the wood stove to ironing the aprons, we cover loads of material during this demonstration, so make sure to hang around for a bit. FREE! |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, August 10-14, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, August 10-14, 2026
2-7:30 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, August 10, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Park System Historic Sites |
Wednesday-Sunday, August 12-16, 2026
Varies
732-842-4000, ext. 4312 | The Park System has a number of sites listed on the National Registers of Historic Places that open for free tours. Schedules vary by site. (Please note that not all sites may be open today.) Click on the above link for details.
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| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |