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JUNE
Fair and festival season is in full-swing in New Jersey. Here are some of our favorite early summer fests.
June 3 -6
Hot Air Balloon Arts & Crafts Festival
May 28-31
This free event kicks off the unofficial start to summer. Hit Wildwood Beach at Rio Grande Avenue and see hundreds of colorful kites in the air, plus sport kite demos and illuminated night flights. wildwoodsnj.com
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June 5-6
Puchi Con June 4-5
Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival
This convention at Hyatt Place in Fort Lee brings together artists, talent and fans of anime and video games. Cosplay is highly encouraged. Tickets start at $39.99. puchicon.com.
This 21+ event will be held outdoors at Bader Field and general admission tickets are required. Sample from a selection of more than 600 beers, listen to music, play games, go to a silent disco and try local restaurant fare. Tickets start at $60/person. acbeerfest.com June 5-6 June 4-6
Garden State Comic Fest
The Mills at Jersey Gardens Mall in Elizabeth is home to this year’s Comic Book Festival, featuring artists, celebs, vendors and panel discussions. Tickets start at $15/person. gardenstatecomicfest.com
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NJ Renaissance Faire
The second weekend of this throwback event in Bordentown will have music, dance, sword fights, costumes and oversized turkey legs. You can even buy a ticket for your dog. $25/adult, $10/child or dog. njrenfaire.com
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Wildwoods International Kite Festival
Warren County’s Balloon Festival isn’t until the end of July but you can still see a few balloons launch at this arts and crafts fair. Splurge on a tethered or traditional ride for an additional fee. $9/adult, $4.50/child for festival. balloonfestnj.com
