AUGUST ON THE RIVER LOOP

the golden days of summer along the river

August is summer at its sweetest. The kind of month that reminds you to kick off your shoes, dip your toes in the river, skip a few rocks, and stay outside just a little longer. Afternoons stretch into golden evenings, riverside patios are buzzing, live music fills the air, and weekends are packed with festivals, markets, outdoor concerts, and seasonal celebrations. Whether you're planning a spontaneous day trip, discovering a new river town, or returning to your favorite local spots, this month's curated calendar is designed to help you make the most of the season.

Events are listed chronologically for easy planning. As always, dates and details may change, so we recommend checking with each venue before you go.

July 31-August 2

Soulstice Music & Arts Festival (Clinton)
Three days of live music, local art, craft beverages, and community celebration in historic Clinton.

August 1

New Hope Vintage Day, Bucks County Playhouse
A one-day free to enter vintage event! Expect plenty of local vendors, Men’s & Women’s vintage and the Playhouse Bar serving drinking from 11-5!

Country Line Dancing, Sunken Silo (Lebanon)
Kick up your boots and hit the dance floor at Sunken Silo’s Line Dancing Party for a high-energy night filled with your favorite country hits, cold craft beer, and nonstop dancing.

New Rats Day - Saturday Run, Creek Road (Frenchtown)
Come out and join some of the best people around! We will meet at Frenchtown Park and head out on Creek Road. You can do an out and back run or do the 6.2 mile loop.

Italian Night on the River at Lambertville Station
Enjoy an evening of authentic Italian cuisine, live music, riverside views, and a hands-on cannoli-making experience, with pasta stations, classic favorites, and plenty of delicious bites to savor.

August 1-2

Oyster Fest at Unionville Vineyards (Ringoes)
A weekend of fresh seafood, live music, and award-winning wines, plus a special reserve tasting of library chardonnays.

Peach Festival at Peddler’s Village (Lahaska)
Experience a weekend of peach-inspired treats, live entertainment, shopping, and scenic strolls through the Village’s summer gardens.

Arthropalooza! (Churchville)
Celebrate the world of insects and other arthropods with live displays, buggy crafts, a honeybee meet-and-greet, and family-friendly activities.

Charlann Farms Sweet Corn Festival (Yardley)
Celebrate summer with sweet corn, live music, family-friendly activities, corn-themed games, and plenty of farm fun for all ages.

August 2

The Bucks County Pour Tour (Perkasie)
Taste your way through local wineries and cideries with wine samples, food trucks, craft vendors, and live summer fun at this inaugural tasting event.

August 5-7

Somerset County 4-H Fair (Bridgewater)
Celebrate America's 250th with three days of 4-H exhibits, farm animals, live music, hands-on activities, agricultural displays, fair food, and family-friendly fun—all with free admission and parking.

August 6

Summer Free Concert: The Hunterdon Choral Alliance (Deer Path Park, Flemington)
The Hunterdon Choral Alliance: Delight in an evening of a cappella magic with the Hunterdon Choral Alliance! The Hunterdon Harmonizers will have your toes tapping and fingers snapping as they take you on a lively barbershop journey filled with fun, feel-good favorites. Evolution in Harmony, an award-winning all-male ensemble, delivers fresh, dynamic takes on tight harmonies that will leave you wanting more.

August 8

Corn, Tomato & Beer Festival (Flemington)
A day of local flavor featuring farm-fresh favorites, Hunterdon County beer and wine, live music, food trucks, and more than 140 vendors on Historic Main Street.

Rockin’ The Quarry Summer Concert Series
The historic Mulligan Quarry has a long history of ROCK . . . this summer, we'll continue that tradition with rock music instead of limestone!

Mid-Summer Walkaround at Cree Wine Company (Hampton)
Sample favorite and newly released wines paired with passed hors d'oeuvres at this relaxed summer tasting event.

Chester Food Truck & Music Festival
Savor a day of gourmet food trucks, live music, local vendors, craft drinks, and family-friendly activities, with kids' attractions and plenty of summer fun—all benefiting local community organizations.

August 8-9

New Hope Automobile Show
Admire a stunning collection of antique and classic automobiles featuring domestic and foreign classes, custom builds, and automotive history spanning generations.

August 13

Adult Field Trips at The Red Mill Museum Village
Our "Adult Field Trips" are after-hours events that put an immersive twist on the museum’s popular educational tour program. Designed exclusively for 21+ adults, these engaging evening experiences combines living history, hands-on learning, food and drink in the atmospheric setting of the historic museum grounds.

August 15

FesTomato! at Ironbound Farm (Asbury)
Celebrate New Jersey’s favorite crop with tomato tastings, farm-fresh food, live music, family activities, and plenty of cider.

Stangl Summer Moon Market (Flemington)
The Stangl Summer Moon Markets are back in 2026! A vendor market of all things boho, witchy, punk rock, pop culture, eclectic and more-think Lunarfaire meets Punk Rock Market on a smaller scale!

Outdoor Kids Movie at The Red Mill
Bringing back the Outdoor Kids Movie at the Red Mill tradition! Showing Zootopia 2 on Saturday August 15th. Show starts at dusk (approximately 7:45pm) Free family event - all are welcome! Bring your blankets/ low chairs and friends and enjoy a fun night with the community.

Lambertville Sunflower Festival at Bellemont Farm (Lambertville)
Weekends from August 15 to September 13, 2026. This family-friendly event offers a picturesque escape with acres of sunflowers in full bloom. Whether you're capturing the perfect photo, enjoying live music, or indulging in local food, there's something for everyone.

Lulubelle 100th Anniversary at Clinton Fire Department
Antique Fire Trucks, Music, Food Trucks, Kids Activities, and Awards!

Flowers and Pollinators of Meadows: Walk at Muddy Run Preserve
Have you ever frolicked through a meadow and wondered what those butterflies fluttering by are and what kind of flower they’re landing on? If so, this walk is for you! We’ll learn how to identify some of the native flowers and grasses common to New Jersey meadows and the strategies they use for successful pollination.

Pickle Palooza at Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company (Croydon)
A briny celebration of all things pickle with local vendors, pickle beer, cocktails, and plenty of salty, sour fun for all ages.

MidSummer Sunset Boutique Workshop, Coyote Ridge Homestead (Frenchtown)
In this 80 minute workshop you will tour the farm, cut your own blooms, and then learn the basics of spiral bouquet arrangement in our outdoor flower studio. Water provided & light refreshments provided, BYOB if you so desire.

Rent at Bucks County Playhouse
A spectacular evening filled with music, love, and passion at "Rent" - a timeless theatrical masterpiece.

August 16

Cheese Making Class at Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse (Milford)
oin us for a Sunday morning, where we will learn about cheese making with our very own Jonathan White!

"Planter and a Posy" at Federal Twist (Stockton)
Create a succulent planter and fresh flower bouquet while enjoying a private wine tasting and personal charcuterie board.

Bird Walk at Hunterdon Community Farmers Market
join HLT for a bird walk around Dvoor Farm! We will walk along the forested stream and wetlands, habitats buzzing with vireos, yellowthroats, orioles, and red-winged blackbirds. The adjoining meadow hosts colorful bluebirds, goldfinches, and tree swallows. Bring your binoculars!

August 19-23

Hunterdon County 4-H and Agricultural Fair (Lambertville)
Celebrate the best of summer at this longtime county fair featuring 4-H exhibits, livestock shows, carnival rides, live entertainment, local vendors, fair food, home arts competitions, and fun for the whole family.

August 20

Wine & S’mores Night at Crossing Vineyards and Winery (Washington Crossing)
Indulge in elevated s’mores pairings with thoughtfully selected wines, featuring chocolate, graham, and toasted marshmallow flavors in every course.

August 21

End of Summer Picnic in the Park (Bristol)
Enjoy sunset views along the Delaware River, live music from Parlour Noir Swing Band, and a relaxed evening as summer comes to a close.

August 21 - 23

Vegas Country Show, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse
Come experience the ultimate Tim McGraw & Shania Twain Tribute

August 22

Koi Fest 2026 (Milford)
Discover hundreds of stunning koi, pond vendors, educational seminars, live music, and family-friendly activities at this premier water garden celebration.

Fonthill Castle Beer Fest (Doylestown)
Sip local craft beers, enjoy live music and delicious food, and support historic preservation efforts at this one-of-a-kind outdoor festival.

August 23

Namaste & Rosé at Crossing Vineyards and Winery (Washington Crossing)
Start the day with yoga, vineyard views, and a curated wine flight featuring four award-winning wines in a relaxing setting.

Reishi Mushroom Workshop
Join mushroom cultivator and forager Kacy Binz for a deep dive into the fascinating world of Reishi, often called the Mushroom of Immortality

End of Summer BBQ at Unionville Vineyards (Ringoes)
Celebrate the season with barbecue, live music, award-winning wines, and a relaxing afternoon at the vineyard with family and friends.

Downtown Somerville Artisan Market
Browse handcrafted goods from 40+ local artisans while enjoying live music, entertainment, shopping, and dining at this free, family- and dog-friendly downtown market.

August 27

Interactive Drink Making Class, Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn
an enjoyable evening in Lambertville, where you'll discover all the essential tips and tricks for crafting exquisite cocktails. As you sip on your creations, treat yourself to exclusive bites prepared by our chef, featuring intricate flavors that pair perfectly with each drink

August 29

Square Dance, American Legion Post 113 (Frenchtown)
Frenchtown Square Dance brought to by Burnt Mills Highballers, Sue Dupre, Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Foundation and NJ State Council on the Arts. No Experience and no partner needed ALL AGES, $10 at the door, CASH BAR Sue Dupre teaches each dance before everyone does it to rippin old time tunes by Burnt Mills Highballers.

August 30

Break Baking Class at Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse (Milford)
Join us for a Sunday afternoon, where we will learn about artisan baking with Nina White.