In this edition of Monmouth Buzz:

• 🏇 Derby Day

• 🪁 Kites at the Pier Festival - Long Branch

• 🚒 Touch-A-Truck - Wall

• 🦀 Blue Claw Season

• 🍯 Made in Monmouth

• 🎸 Live Music/Concerts

• 🎭️ Art Shows/Craft Fairs/Theater Schedule

• ⚾️ Sports Rundown

• 🌊 Ocean Temp., Tides, Sunrise/Sunset

Derby Day! 🏇

If you can’t make it to Churchill Downs on Saturday, don’t put that hat in the closet just yet. Monmouth Park is basically the next best thing. Watch and Wager on May 3rd from 11a-7p.

Or You Could…

Experience the excitement of the Kentucky Derby without leaving the Jersey Shore! Head to White Chapel Projects in Long Branch for 3pm. They're bringing the Churchill Downs atmosphere to you, so get ready to sip, celebrate, and watch "The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports" at their unforgettable Kentucky Derby Party.

Blue Claw Season!

Blue Claw crabbing season is underway in New Jersey. Blue crabs are plentiful throughout New Jersey's coastal waters, inhabiting tidal creeks, rivers, and shallow saltwater bays between the Hudson River and Delaware Bay. Although small boats are ideal for reaching crabbing areas, excellent crabbing can also be enjoyed from accessible spots like banks, bulkheads, bridges, and piers bordering tidal waters.

Let’s Go Fly a Kite! 🪁 May 3 (Long Branch)

Head to Pier Village for a day bursting with color and fun at the 🪁 Kite Festival! It's the perfect event for families and kite enthusiasts. See the sky fill with vibrant kites of every shape and size. Bring your own kite or buy one there. Enjoy food, live music, and activities for all ages!

Local Events

Free Rabbies Clinic - May 3 (Neptune)

The Neptune Township Free Rabies Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. It will take place at the Neptune Township DPW Garage, located at 2201 Heck Avenue2. No appointments are necessary, and vaccines are provided on a first-come, first-served basis

Made in Monmouth - May 3 (Lincroft)

Here’s a perfect rain or shine event for the weekend. Over 250 vendors of products made in Monmouth County at Brookdale Community College.

Food/Drink

Fiesta De Mayo - May 3 (Highlands)

Don’t let Derby Day get in the way of having a couple margs.

Boujie Foodie Con - May 3 & 4 (Fort Monmouth)

Sample an exciting mix of unique dishes, sip handcrafted cocktails from BASELINE SOCIAL, and explore the latest culinary trends—all in one place. From Instagram-worthy presentations to exclusive creations made just for this event, it’s a must-attend experience for every food lover. Plus, with over 40 vendors already confirmed, there’s never been a better time to indulge and connect with fellow foodies.

Live Music/Concerts

The Stone Pony

• Warren Zeiders - Fri 5/2

• Jagged Little Thrill - Sat 5/3

Asbury Lanes

• Karaoke Night - Fri 5/2

• Mrs. Roper Romp - Sat 5/3

Count Basie

• Martha Wainright - Thur 5/1

• StevieMac - Fri 5/2

• Kandace Springs - Sun 5/4

Craft Fairs

• Sat 5/3 - Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Fair - Ocean Grove 10a-4p

Farmers Markets

• Sun 5/4 - Asbury Fresh - Asbury Park

• Sat 5/3 - Monmouth Beach Farmers’ Market - Monmouth Beach

• Sun 5/4 - Red Bank Galleria Farmers’ Market - Red Bank

Theater Schedule

• Fri 5/2-Sun 5/4 - Kinky Boots - Count Basie -Red Bank

• Thur 5/1-Sun 5/4 - Comfort - NJ Reportory Co - Long Branch

• Fri 5/2-Sun 5/4 - Rock of Ages - Axelrod PAC - Deal

Ocean Temp/Tides/Sunset/Sunrise

Ocean Temp: 52 degrees (Asbury Park)