Summer Vibes August 2023

Celebrating its 85th year of providing affordable family fun, the Farmers' Fair includes the 22nd Hot Air Balloon Festival and the return of the Traditional Arts Expo. Where else can you thrill to a hot air balloon ride, eat cotton candy on a carnival midway, watch traditional craftsmen at work, take in a Demolition Derby, and cheer your neighbor on in a tractor pull all in the same place? Yes, the Farmers' Fair, featuring one of New Jerseys' popular Hot Air Balloon Festivals, is truly a family affair. Enjoy the mass balloon launches each evening. Visit the Kids Corral, where all shows and activities are free of charge for fairgoers. Enjoy the Antique Stock/ Lightweight Tractor Pulls, for free, in the Main arena. The Fair has some great, free, musical entertainment lined up throughout the week, too. This year, the Beer Garden features three local brewing companies - Czig Meister, Buttzville and Invertase! And don't forget to come to the "Warren County and You" building behind the main grandstand, where you can pick up tourism information from Explore Warren, and learn about other county government departments and agencies, too.

Seussical, one of the most performed shows in America, comes to life through Centenary's Seussical the Musical. A fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza created by Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. They've lovingly brought to life all of Dr. Seuss's most beloved characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination, Jojo.

"Snoopy!!! - the musical" is the sequel to "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" and depicts life as seen through the eyes of Charles Schulz's unforgettable characters.

Celebrate sunflower season with food trucks, live music, and a walk through the Sunflower Trail. Bring your lawn chair and blanket and join us for delicious food from our lineup of food trucks, live music, games and activities for all ages!

Dust off your boots and head out to Riverview Kennels for line dancing lessons. All proceeds benefit the rescue.

Taste delicious red or white Sangria and get some tips on how to make the perfect blend of fruit and wine at home! Pack a picnic if you like. While you sip and savor fresh air under the pergola, enjoy the music of Ginger & Joe and James Popik. $15/person includes ​cover/seating and your choice of a wine tasting or glass of sangria.

Join Sherri Cirignano of the Warren County Rutgers Cooperative Extension about the importance of vegetables in your diet. Studies show eating a variety of vegetables is not only good for you nutritionally, but may almost certainly provide a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease and specific types of cancer. 

The Bolshoi Studio Cabaret of 6 talented singers will perform a 90-minute show of Cabaret/Broadway standards, with some Pop music and Blues mixed in. Our Cabaret has several hilarious actors who will keep the audience laughing and engaged all evening, along with a balance of singers who perform deeply moving pieces.

These pups love to be read to by children of all ages and reading levels. Pet visits are made possible by Creature Comfort - pet therapy for children - building connections through animal visitation, one cold nose at a time.

A rock & roll lifer, the British-born singer/songwriter has been carving his path since the 1980s with a raw, soulful voice with a storyteller’s sense of narrative and the ability to blur the lines between folk, classic pop, and rock.

Beers, field day games, live music, and more? Czig Meister Brewing Company is having their Summer Block Party with an Adult Field Day with the opportunity to win the grand prizes by participating in tug of war and sponge toss, to corn hole and relay races.

Held at the scenic Warren County Fairgrounds, the event offers a weekend in the country shopping for the best in antiques. Delicious food, free parking, easy access and much more make this the "show of shows" for all who love antiques.

Warren County ARTS presents a workshop on Eco Printing led by Claire Rohloff at The Oxford Municipal Gallery.

Do you love dogs? Do you love to read? Kids can enjoy a fun morning testing their stories with therapy dogs who won't judge! Pet visits are made possible by Creature Comfort - pet therapy for children - building connections through animal visitation, one cold nose at a time.

Warren County Arts presents Aida Birritteri teaching Zen art drawing and painting at The Oxford Municipal Gallery. Free for members; $25 for nonmembers.

Along with all the rides, games, animals and food expected from a country fair, the Warren County Farmers' Fair includes the Hot Air Balloon Festival and Traditional Arts Expo. Be sure to come to the "Warren County and You" building behind the main grandstand, where you can pick up tourism information from Explore Warren and see the displays and get free stuff froms other county government departments and agencies.

The vineyard will feature Peachy Sangria made with a neighbor's local, freshly picked fruit and popular white, light and crisp Delicado wine.  $15 includes glass of Peachy Sangria or wine tasting and live music under the pergola. Feel free to bring a picnic!