5 Fun Labor Day Weekend Events To Check Out In Ocean County

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — The unofficial end to summer is upon us and before local summer kicks off, you won't want to miss these Labor Day weekend events in Ocean County.

Whether you're looking for a craft fair or to enjoy some fireworks, there's something for everyone.

Here are five events going on this weekend in Ocean County that you'll want to check out.

Sunflower Festival

Aug. 29-31 (Argos Farm, 1250 Lacey Road, Lacey)

The last weekend of Argos Farm's annual Sunflower Festival lines up with Labor Day weekend. Stop by for some sweet treats, live music, family fun and of course, rows of sunny sunflowers. Learn more here.

Craft Fair

Aug. 30 (Fabricated For You Craft Store, 1081 Rt. 37, Toms River)

The parking lot of the craft store is transformed into a fair with more than 50 outdoor booths and 30 indoor spotlight vendors. Shop locally-made crafts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Food Truck & Music FEASTival

Aug. 30 (Veterans Park, 489 Bill Zimmerman Way, Bayville)

Gourmet food trucks, adult beverages, vendors, kid activities and of course, live music are in store all Saturday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $5; kids under 10 get in free.

Broadway Meets The Beach

Sept. 1 (Seaside Heights Boardwalk)

Live on the Franklin Avenue Stage from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., enjoy free prizes, surprise guests and watch Broadway stars perform for free. The final show of the summer will feature stars from "The Great Gatsby" and more.

Labor Day Fireworks

Sept. 1 (Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach)

Cap summer off with a dazzling fireworks show at Jenkinson's Monday evening. The show starts at dark, wind and weather permitting.