Salvadoran Independence Day festival in Maryland canceled over deportation fears
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — Organizers of the long-running Salvadoran Independence Day Festival in Gaithersburg have canceled the 2025 event, citing growing concerns about immigration enforcement operations potentially targeting attendees. The decision ends what…
Hop Along the Bunny Trail at Terhune Orchards Spring Festival
PRINCETON, NJ – Terhune Orchards is hosting the Bunny Trail Spring Festival on March 30 & 31 from 10 am to 4 pm, offering a perfect family outing to celebrate Easter and…
Atlantic City to Host Celebrated Beer and Music Festival
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival is set to return to its original venue at the Atlantic City Convention Center, marking its 18th year. The event will…
Traffic Alert: Sports Festival to Cause Traffic and Parking Issues in Downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, OH — The Columbus Division of Police is gearing up for a busy weekend in the downtown area, highlighted by the Arnold Sports Festival among other attractions. Anticipating large crowds, the…
Dogfish Head Celebrates Delaware with 302 Day Festival at Milton Brewery
Milton, DEL. – Dogfish Head Brewery, in collaboration with 302 Horseshoe Crab, is set to host the third annual 302 Day, celebrating Delaware’s unique culture and community. Scheduled for Saturday, March 2,…
Discover the Ultimate Craft Beverage Experience at Atlantic City’s “The Boat” Festival
Bold City, NJ – The Craft Beer, Wine, & Spirit’s Festival at “The Boat” promises an unparalleled tasting journey on March 2, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. This must-attend event at…
Bereaved family members plant trees in Israeli memorial for festival dead
By Leonardo Benassatto JERUSALEM (Reuters) – Some of the bereaved families whose loved ones were killed in a Hamas rampage at the Nova music festival joined an Israeli Jewish nature project group…
From trauma to rainbows; Israel festival survivors heal in Cyprus
MILIOU, Cyprus (Reuters) – Deep within the lush mountainous forests of Cyprus, survivors of the Oct. 7 music festival bloodbath in Israel practice yoga, paint and meditate as they try to come…
Annual Food Festival Returning to Downtown Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It was once an eclectic celebration of the history of Toms River that dates back to the early 1970s, but under Mayor Maurice Hill, the event ceased. The…
Barbaric Video Shows Hamas Shooting Into Bathroom Stalls at Music Festival in Israel
A disturbing video surfaced over the weekend, confirmed by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), showing Hamas militants indiscriminately firing bullets into bathroom stalls during the Nova Music Festival in Israel. “This just…
Brick Fall Festival Approaching, Here’s Who Will be There
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township’s Fall Festival is just over a week away and Mayor Lisa Crate is inviting the entire community to come out and celebrate the day together. Brick…
Crystal Springs to Host Fall Music Festival
HAMBURG, NJ – Crystal Springs Resort, in collaboration with Raydar Entertainment, is gearing up to host the Crystal Springs Fall Music Festival. Set against the serene backdrop of the mountains, event planners…
Matawan Street Festival Will Feature Over 200 Vendors This Year
MATAWAN, NJ – Main Street in Matawan is set to be transformed into a bustling pedestrian promenade for the anticipated Matawan Day Street Festival. Over 200 vendors will grace the streets with…
Forked River Halloween Festival at the Old Schoolhouse Museum
FORKED RIVER, NJ – The Lacey Historical Society is set to host its Annual Halloween Family Fest at the Old Schoolhouse Museum, located directly behind Mrs. Walker’s Ice Cream. Scheduled over two…
Evesham Harvest Festival Canceled Due to Impending Tropical Storm
EVESHAM, NJ – The annual Evesham Harvest Festival has been canceled this year due to pending severe weather, prioritizing the safety of the community. The Evesham Township Police made the announcement, expressing…
Police Update Public on Ocean Calling Festival Traffic Pattern Changes
OCEAN CITY, MD – The Oceans Calling Festival, scheduled from September 29 through October 1, is anticipated to be one of Ocean City’s largest events. The Ocean City Police Department will enforce…
Italian Festival at Picturesque Historic Smithville
GALLOWAY, NJ – The Italian Fest is coming to Historic Smithville Village on September 23, offering a full day of Italian culture, from market wares to live music and bocce ball. The…
Spring Lake Italian Festival Celebrates Culture and Community, Spaghetti Eating Contest
SPRING LAKE, NJ – The Greater Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Spring Lake Italian Festival, a day-long event on Morris Avenue filled with Italian food, live music, and family-friendly…
New Jersey’s Top Pizza Makers to Attend World’s Biggest Pizza Festival in New York City
BROOKLYN, NY – Elite pizzerias from New Jersey will showcase their culinary expertise at the inaugural One Bite Pizza Festival in Brooklyn this Saturday. The event will take place at 1904 Surf…
Freehold Raceway Mall to Transform into Massive Lighted Dinosaur-Themed Festival
FREEHOLD, NJ – The LuminoCity Festival, known for transforming spaces into magical realms of light and color, has introduced a dinosaur-themed event at the Freehold Raceway Mall. The festival, which runs from…
A Note About This Weekend’s Sea, Hear, ‘Smell’, Now Festival in Asbury Park
ASBURY PARK, NJ – This weekend at the annual Sea Hear Now festival, one human sense took center stage, smell. While the festival lineup of top-shelf bands allowed patrons to see and…
Santa and Mrs. Claus Make Appearance at Wateredge Festival
DUNDALK, MD – Santa and Mrs. Claus took an off-season break from the North Pole to make a surprise appearance at Dundalk’s Wateredge Fall Festival. Baltimore County Police Officer S. Medley found…
Ivy League University To Host Literary Festival Event With Speakers Who Glorify Palestinian Terrorism
Ivy League University To Host Literary Festival Event With Speakers Who Glorify Palestinian Terrorism Kate Anderson on September 10, 2023 The University of Pennsylvania is hosting the Palestine Writes Festival in September,…
Food Truck Festival Raises Funds for Kiwanis in Parsippany
PARSIPPANY, NJ – The third annual Parsippany Food Truck & Music Fest took place at Veterans Memorial Park, raising funds for the Kiwanis of Greater Parsippany. The event featured over 15 food…
First Annual Union County Celtic Festival in Oak Ridge Park
CLARK, NJ – The inaugural Union County Celtic Festival offered a blend of music, food, and cultural activities at Oak Ridge Park, attracting a diverse crowd to celebrate Celtic-American heritage. Held from…
Downbeach Seafood Festival Coming This Weekend
VENTNOR, NJ – The Downbeach Seafood Festival turned Ventnor’s Ski Beach into a gastronomic haven, featuring local and regional seafood while also supporting the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. The festival,…
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