Top Salem County Events (October 1–3)
-Friday, October 1st-
World Music Fest: “A Japanese Garden” — Salem County College, Davidow Hall, Carneys Point
Featuring: Yumi Kurosawa, Koto Virtuoso & Michiko Otaki, Pianist
THIS CONCERT IS FREE! Thank you to the generosity of our season sponsors and sponsors: Salem County Cultural and Heritage Commission, Atlantic City Electric and NJ State Council on the Arts!
11:00am-12:00pm: “Koto” Music Clinic with Yumi Kurosawa (music students & community members)
6:00–7:00pm: Public Reception; Japanese American Culture Display: Vegetable Sushi Tasting, Ikebana Flower Arranging, Origami demonstrations, and Traditional Japanese Drumming and Dance Performances
7:00pm: Evening Concert: Featuring Yumi Kurosawa, Koto and Michiko Otaki, Piano
- Please bring a mask it may be required.
More Information: https://www.musicaroundthecountysalem.com/2021-2022-season.html
More information about the musicians below!
Yumi Kurosawa: https://www.yumikuro.com/
Michiko Otaki: https://facultyprofiles.clayton.edu/faculty/motaki
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/93eDFszyC
Coombs Barnyard Flashlight Corn Maze — Coombs Barnyard, Elmer
MAZE opens at 6:30 pm! Last entrance to the maze will be 8:30 pm. Every Friday AND Saturday from 9/24 to 10/30. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Please be sure to bring a FLASHLIGHT! It’s going to be dark out there! Cost is $8 per person. Food and Pumpkins will be available for sale at the event. Maze will take 30–45 minutes to complete.
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/2xeEtPpZ3
Hidden Pond Farm Presents Jacob Graff — Pine Tavern Distillery, Monroeville
Hidden Pond Farm is happy to welcome our friend Jacob Graff back to the Barn. We open at 6:00 and Jacob will take the stage at 6:30. Please stop out and help us give him a warm Salem County welcome.
EMS Cafe will be onsite serving up some of their Best of Salem County fare.
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/4yY2f2swb
Rules of the farm:
NO one under 21 permitted. NO outside beverages of any kind. NO outside food permitted.
-Saturday, October 2-
Parvin Anniversary Duathalon — Parvin State Park, Pittsgrove
Start Time: 8:00am EDT
End Time: 11:00am EDT
DUATHLON: 1 mile Trail Run, 12.6 mile Road Cycle, 6K Trail Run (2 Person Relay available)
6K TRAIL RACE on Pine Barren and Wetland Trails
GREAT EVENT FOR FIRST TIMERS. PERFECT TUNE UP RACE FOR EXPERIENCED ATHLETES.
Duathlon — Male & Female Overall and 5 year AG: 19 & under, 20–24,25–29,30–34,35–39,40–44,45–49,50–54,55–59,60–64,65+,
Relay — Top 3 Relay Teams
6K Trail Race — Male & Female Overall and 10 year AG: 14 & under, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+
*Social Distancing measures will be in place. Stay tuned for a full Athlete Guide.
This event is operated in part by Second Capital Running and benefits the Parvin State Park Appreciation Committee
Price: $65.00 Race Fee + $4.77 Sign Up Fee
Registration: Registration ends September 30, 2021 at 11:59pm
Sign Up: runsignup.com/panndu
The 23rd Annual Elmer Harvest Day Festival — Elmer
The 23rd Annual Elmer Harvest Day Festival, presented by the Greater Elmer Area Historical Society, will be held Saturday, October 2nd from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/2L6Q0Eh6O
The GIANT Pumpkin Carve — Salem County Fairgrounds, Woodstown
Join Meals on Wheels of Salem County for a fun-filled fall evening in the country where prize-sized pumpkins become works of art by local volunteers and artisans to support the seniors that Meals on Wheels of Salem County serves. 100% of the proceeds are used to support the elderly and disabled homebound seniors that Meals on Wheels of Salem County serves each year.
Salem County Fairgrounds | 735 Harding Hwy | Woodstown, NJ 08098
Main event: Saturday, October 2, 2021 3–9 PM
Carving: Friday, October 1, 2021 4–10 PM; Saturday, October 2, 2021 8 AM — 12 PM — Carvers only, registration required
The event includes: 2 barns full of beautifully carved pumpkin, hayride down scarecrow row, costume contest, monster mash dance contest, pumpkin pie eating contest, games, bounce houses, food, vendors and more!
- COVID-19 Safety Precautions: Safety measures are subject to change, as COVID-19 is a dynamic situation. Specific health and safety protocol will be shared with attendees prior to the event. Will adhere to all NJDOH guidelines.
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/2CX4x6cKq
-Sunday, October 3rd-
Coombs Barnyard Bash — Elmer
This year’s Barnyard Bash will be an open house style! Come to the Barnyard on Sunday October 3, 10, 17, 24 or 31 between the hours of 1p-4 pm for a hayride, pumpkin picking, barrel train rides, visit with our Barnyard Animals and our 2021 CORN MAZE!! It will take about 2 hours to complete all the activities. Cost is $15 per child (includes pumpkin) and $5 per adult and includes the hayride, corn maze, animal visits and barrel train rides. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Cash and credit card accepted. Additional Pumpkins are available for purchase.
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/1MxCE3ztH
FREE Oldies in the Park — MLK Park, Downtown Salem
Come on out to MLK Park & enjoy the oldies at 6PM! It’ll be a relaxing way to wind down from the weekend!
Facebook Link: https://fb.me/e/2y9IRRnOs
HUDOCK’S CLOSING SUNDAY UNTIL SPRING!
Get there before those foot-longs are long gone!
