Manasquan Events Calendar 2026
Every festival, parade, concert and tournament on the Manasquan calendar — with confirmed 2026 dates.
Manasquan runs 9 annual events across the 2026 calendar, weighted toward specialty events, sporting events and art & craft events. New Jersey's Surf Capital. August is the busiest stretch with 6 scheduled events, and 7 of the town's events are free to attend.
The anchor event is JCSA Thresher Tournament at Capt. Bill's Landing, held June 20, 2026.
Manasquan beaches are free — no badge required, which keeps event days cheap for families. Everything below is drawn from our Monmouth County events dataset — 9 of the 9 entries carry a confirmed 2026 calendar date.
June in Manasquan
All June shore events →JCSA Thresher Tournament
JCSA thresher shark tournament with weigh-ins in Manasquan.
Meet Me on Main Street & Car Show
Downtown street festival and classic car show on Manasquan's Main Street.
The Boss Bash feat. The B-Street Band — Algonquin Arts
The longest-running Bruce Springsteen tribute band plays two shows at Manasquan's downtown theater.
August in Manasquan
All August shore events →Manasquan Sand Castle Contest
Morning sand castle building competition on Manasquan's Riddleway Beach, open to families and teams of all ages.
Manasquan Surfboard Art Contest
Hand-painted surfboards by local artists displayed in downtown Manasquan storefronts for two weeks, with public voting.
Manasquan Summer Sidewalk Sale
Two-day downtown Manasquan sidewalk sale with Main Street merchants moving inventory outdoors.
Manasquan Lifeguard Tournament
Monmouth County beach patrol lifeguard tournament hosted on Manasquan Beach with swim, row and run events.
Manasquan Ladies Night Out
Evening shopping event across downtown Manasquan with extended hours, in-store specials and refreshments.
Manasquan Summerfest Craft Show
Juried summer arts and crafts festival at Squan Plaza with roughly 100 exhibitors, gourmet food and kids' activities.
Also on the Manasquan calendar
- LADACIN Polar Bear Plunge — Mid-January
- Mid-Winter Beach Run/Walk — Mid-February
- Memorial Day Parade — Memorial Day
- Ladies Night Out — May & August
- Manasquan Farmers Market — June-August Thursdays
- Manasquan Fireman's Fair — Late July - Early August
- July 4th Celebration — July 3rd
- Manasquan Classic Longboard Contest — September
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Manasquan events — frequently asked questions
What events are happening in Manasquan, NJ in 2026?
Manasquan has 9 annual events on the 2026 calendar. Confirmed dates include The Boss Bash feat. The B-Street Band — Algonquin Arts (June 6, 2026), JCSA Thresher Tournament (June 20, 2026), Meet Me on Main Street & Car Show (June 25, 2026), Manasquan Sand Castle Contest (August 1, 2026), Manasquan Surfboard Art Contest (August 3-15, 2026). Full listings by month are on this page.
What is happening in Manasquan in July and August 2026?
Peak season in Manasquan brings 6 dated events: Manasquan Sand Castle Contest on August 1, 2026, Manasquan Surfboard Art Contest on August 3-15, 2026, Manasquan Summer Sidewalk Sale on August 7-8, 2026, Manasquan Lifeguard Tournament on August 10, 2026, Manasquan Ladies Night Out on August 13, 2026, Manasquan Summerfest Craft Show on August 22, 2026.
Are there free events in Manasquan?
Yes — 7 of Manasquan's 9 annual events are free, including Meet Me on Main Street & Car Show, Manasquan Sand Castle Contest, Manasquan Surfboard Art Contest, Manasquan Summer Sidewalk Sale.
What is the biggest event in Manasquan?
JCSA Thresher Tournament, held at Capt. Bill's Landing, is the largest event on the Manasquan calendar. JCSA thresher shark tournament with weigh-ins in Manasquan.
Where should I stay for Manasquan events?
Manasquan sits in Monmouth County, and event weekends book out well ahead — especially anything falling on a summer Saturday. Hotels and vacation rentals in Manasquan and the neighbouring Monmouth County towns are the practical options; book before the headline events fill the town.
Where to stay for Manasquan events
Event weekends are the hardest nights of the year to book in Manasquan. Compare hotels and vacation rentals before the calendar fills.
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