Farmers Markets, Pride: This Weekend In Monmouth County

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — The summer season has arrived, and in Monmouth County, there’s no shortage of markets, festivals and more happening this weekend.

Whether you’re looking to check out your local farmers market, kick off Pride Month 2025, or have a relaxing evening with some music and drinks, there are plenty of events you can check out.

Here are five events happening around Monmouth County this weekend:

Hazlet Farmers Market
This Saturday, Hazlet will kick off its first farmers market of the season in the parking lot next to the James J. Cullen Center.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., attendees will be able to explore a selection of fresh produce, pickles and olives, baked goods and more. The farmers' market will run weekly every Saturday.

To learn more, you can visit the Hazlet Township website or read Patch’s previous reporting.

Sundown Sessions
Enjoy drinks and music at Bar Bella on Saturday with Bell Works’ Sundown Sessions, featuring Pete the DJ.

From 5-8 p.m., Pete the DJ will perform at the bar, with the bar set to open to customers at 4 p.m.

To learn more, you can visit the Bell Works website.

Ocean Grove Spring Market
For those looking to shop this weekend, you can check out the Ocean Grove Chamber of Commerce’s Spring Market.

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, the market will be open to the public, and attendees will be able to shop from a variety of products.

To learn more, you can visit the Ocean Grove Chamber of Commerce website or Facebook page.

New Jersey LGBTQ+ Pride
New Jersey’s 33rd annual statewide LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration will be held in Asbury Park on Sunday.

Starting at 12 p.m., the parade will kick off in Asbury Park with floats, marching bands, decorated vehicles and more. The event will also feature a rally of national headliners and local artists, as well as a pride festival.

To learn more or purchase tickets, you can visit the Jersey Pride website.

Marlboro Farmers Market
Can’t get enough of Monmouth County’s summer farmers markets? For those who can’t visit their local market on Saturday, you can also check out Marlboro Township’s Farmers Market on Sunday.

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the market will be open to the public with local produce, vendors and more to shop from.

To learn more about the Marlboro Farmers Market, you can visit the Marlboro Township website.

The Marlboro Farmers Market will take place at 444 Route 520, just west of Route 79.