Popular Ocean County Fair Sets 2025 Return: See Dates, Details

BAYVILLE, NJ — What's summer without delicious hot dogs, a ride on the Tilt-a-Whirl or checking out farm animals? The Ocean County Fair has set its dates for 2025, returning once again to Robert J. Miller Airpark in Berkeley Township.

This year's fair runs July 9 through 13, and a full slate of events is planned for each day. There's something for everyone - rides, music, tons of food options and animal showcases. You can see the 2025 entertainment schedule here. Some planned include the return of Dan the Pirate Man walking around the fair, Hot Dog Pig Races and for the first time, Circus Incredible, bringing stunning acrobatics.

Of course, 4-H members will have their animals on display as well. A variety of other vendors will be on site; they are still accepting applications for these, you can find them here.

The fair operates on the following schedule:

• Wednesday and Thursday
• Fair: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Rides open at 5 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday
• Fair: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Rides open at 1 p.m.
• Sunday
  • Fair: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Rides open at 12 p.m.

The fair has been a staple since 1947 when it was just a one-day "Ocean County Field Day." It expanded to a three-day fair in 1967 and grew to four days in 1982.

Admission to the fair is $10. Ride wristbands can be purchased for $35 online until July 8; they will be available on-site for $45.