Superbowl Bash in January, Chili Cook-Off in February and
the Highlands Guinness Run in March, all leading up to
the St. Patrick’s Parade, featuring over 100 marching units,
bands and floats.
The start of summer brings a cornucopia of fun to the
place where the Jersey Shore begins. Browse the eclectic
collections of artisans and crafters at the juried Seaport
Craft Show in May. Sample chef’s favorites at over 20
local eateries at a Taste of Highlands in June. Grab the
freshest local Jersey produce at the Farmers’ Market in
Huddy Park on any Saturday from July to October. Food
and music lovers fill the streets the first weekend of August
for Highlands Business Partnership’s Annual Clam Fest, a
spectacular four-day event featuring a 120’ seafood court
serving the freshest seafood from many of Highlands’
restaurants, live entertainment, Clam-Shucking and Clam-
Eating contests, festival games and rides.
Fall into Highlands after summer’s end, where the Jersey
Shore never ends. Cruise the Highlands Car Show in
September. Take part in the Twin Lights Bike ride, a favorite
of local cyclists, New Yorkers, and visitors from around the
country for over a decade, with five routes ranging from
15 to 100 miles along the picturesque Jersey Shore, over
undulating hills, past quaint farms, and winding up at a
finish festival where local restaurants come out to serve
up their best to hungry riders. In October, Get out your
ghoulish best for the Zombie Parade and Pub Crawl.
Enjoy all that Highlands has to offer, any season of the year.
Call 732-291-4713 or visit www.highlandsnj.com for visitor
information.
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