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The best things to do in South Jersey this weekend

See upcoming events such as free events, concerts, fairs, festivals, markets, and other entertainment.

Nelson Rodriguez, 62, from Brooklyn, N.Y. finds a cool place to chill along the Cooper River in Pennsauken, N.J.
Nelson Rodriguez, 62, from Brooklyn, N.Y. finds a cool place to chill along the Cooper River in Pennsauken, N.J. Read moreTom Gralish / Staff Photographer

The weekend is so close. If you need help settling on plans, check out this list of our favorite things to do in South Jersey this weekend.

Come back every week, and you’ll always have something fun on your radar.

80s and 90s Party

Indulge in nostalgia with throwback hip hop and R&B music and dance the night away.

⌚️ Saturday, Aug. 1, 6-10 p.m. 📍 Vera, 2310 Marlton Pike Rd. West, Cherry Hill 🌐 eventbrite.com 💵 $24.71

Cherry Hill Record Riot

The best local music dealers will come together and share more than 55 tables of LP records and CDs. Fans of punk, fuck, hip hop, classic rock, metal, and country, this one is for you.

⌚️ Sunday, Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-4p.m. 📍 Holiday Inn Philadelphia-Cherry Hill, 2175 Marlton Pike Rd. West, Cherry Hill 🌐 facebook.com 💵 Prices vary

Burlington County Restaurant Week

The county’s restaurant kicks off on Sunday. Select from the list of participating restaurants for special discounts throughout the week.

⌚️ Sunday, Aug. 2-Saturday, Aug. 8 📍 Various locations 🌐 burlingtoncountynj.gov 💵 Pay as you go

Oaklyn Final Fridays

Come to this monthly street festival that features food, live music, and a variety of vendors. This upcoming Friday, get in the festive spirit and celebrate a belated Christmas in July.

⌚️ Every last Friday of the month through September, 4:30-9 p.m. 📍 West Clinton Avenue, Oaklyn 🌐 facebook.com/oaklynfinalfridays.com 💵 Pay as you go

Friday Night Live Music at Wenonah Lake

Enjoy music from local musicians at Wenonah Lake every Friday night. This week, hear from musical acts Lost Art, Arthur Herrmann, and Nonsense Maneuver. There’s a little something for everyone with performers playing Americana originals, improvisational music, and covers.

⌚️ Every Friday through Sept. 4, 5 p.m. 📍 North Jefferson Avenue and West Maple Street, Wenonah 🌐 facebook.com/wenonahporchfest 💵 $8 (cash only), free with membership

Live Jazz at blueplate

The restaurant blueplate offers live jazz during the summer on some Friday evenings and Sunday mornings.

⌚️ Fridays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. through the end of September; Sundays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. through the first weekend in October 📍 47 S. Main St., Mullica Hill 🌐 blueplatenj.com 💵 Pay as you go

Gloucester County’s Family Fun Shows

Children and families can sing and dance with scheduled performers. The interactive shows vary from magic to dinosaur puppets shows.

⌚️ Multiple dates through Aug. 19, 10:30 a.m. 📍 Various park locations 🌐 gloucestercountynj.gov 💵 Free

Yoga at Cooper River Park

Take a free yoga class. All ages are welcome, but bring your own yoga mat.

⌚️ Mondays, 6-7 p.m.; Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m.; and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. 📍 Cooper River Park, 5300 North Park Dr., Pennsauken 🌐 camdencounty.com 💵 Free, but registration is required

The Art of Lisa Hendrickson Exhibit

Lisa Hendrickson is a Philly-area artist who combines traditional oil techniques with mixed media materials, such as cardboard, newspaper, paper bags, and corks, to share the beauty that can be found in ordinary objects. Her artwork explores themes of gender inequality, homelessness, and gun violence.

⌚️ Multiple dates through Sunday, Aug. 30, noon-4 p.m. 📍 Warden’s House Gallery, 150 High St., Mount Holly 🌐 burlingtoncountynj.gov 💵 Free

Burlington County Farmers Market

Come by one of the most popular farmers markets in the region, offering local fruits, vegetables, honey, cheese, baked goods, and more.

⌚️ Every Saturday through Nov. 14, 8:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.📍 Burlington County Agricultural Center, 500 Centerton Rd, Moorestown, 🌐 www.burlcoagcenter.com 💵 Pay as you go

Collingswood Farmers Market

The Saturday market brings fresh produce, meat, coffee, flowers, and live music to Collingswood and supports the region’s farmers every week.

⌚️ Every Saturday through Nov. 21, 8 a.m.-noon 📍 Atlantic Avenue between Collings and Irvin Avenues (along PATCO), Collingswood 🌐 collingswoodmarket.com 💵 Pay as you go

Haddon Heights Farmers Market

This Sunday farmers market offers multiple vendors selling fresh produce, crafts, and other entertainment from local businesses.

⌚️ Sundays through Nov. 22, 9:30 a.m.–1p.m. 📍 The intersection of Station and Atlantic Avenues, Haddon Heights 🌐 haddonheightsfarmersmarket.com 💵 Pay as you go

This roundup is updated every Wednesday.