Seasonal & Holidays

Father's Day Weekend In Ocean County: 5 Things To Do

Toms River Pride, Stafford Founders Day and more are some of the fun events to explore this weekend in Ocean County.

Toms River Pride is one of this weekend's events in Ocean County.
Toms River Pride is one of this weekend's events in Ocean County. (Veronica Flesher/Patch)

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Despite rain lingering in the forecast, there's still plenty going on this weekend in Ocean County, whether you're looking to celebrate Dad or just want to have a fun time.

Toms River Pride, Stafford Founder's Day and more are in store this weekend.

Here are five fun events you won't want to miss.

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Fantasy Island Amusement Park Guest Appreciation Day

750 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven

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Enjoy unlimited rides at Fantasy Island on June 13 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. as a way of celebrating Guest Appreciation Day.

Stafford's Flower Power Founders Day

Manahawkin

Celebrate 276 years of Stafford Township with their annual Founders Day on June 14. The fun begins at 10 a.m. with a parade at the Stafford Avenue Firehouse. After that, festivities begin at Doc Cramer Sports Complex at 4 p.m. Enjoy food trucks, vendors, rides, inflatables and live music. Don't miss the fireworks at dusk.

Toms River Pride Festival

Washington Street, Downtown Toms River

All are invited to the annual pride festival in downtown Toms River on June 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors line the streets with food and drinks, live entertainment and resources for those in need.

HopSauce Festival

Taylor Avenue Waterfront, Beach Haven

The 10th annual HopSauce Festival returns from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 14. Enjoy craft beer, live music and of course, hot and spicy food, all while supporting the Jetty Rock Foundation.

Blessing Of The Fleet

Barnegat Light Yacht Basin, Barnegat Light

This annual service blesses fishing and recreational boats, dedicated to all those who lost their lives or risk their lives daily at sea. The popular event is held June 15 at 5:30 p.m.

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