There’s A Clam Festival In New Jersey And It’s Just As Wacky And Wonderful As It Sounds

I know when summer rolls around in New Jersey, only one thing comes to mind for me - fresh seafood! Whether it's digging into a fish sandwich at a waterfront seafood shack, or enjoying a gourmet seafood dinner, New Jersey loves to celebrate the bounty of the sea. There's no better way to enjoy it than at one wacky seafood festival in Highlands, NJ - ClamFest! This street festival is a New Jersey summer tradition, and it's back in full swing this year. Taking place on August 4th and 5th in 2023, it takes over Huddy Park in Highlands and fills it with street vendors, live music, family-friendly activities - and of course, lots and lots of delicious bivalves! No matter how you like your clams, ClamFest in Highlands has you covered this summer.

Summer is upon us, and the fresh seafood in New Jersey is fantastic this time of year.

There is no better place to enjoy it than beautiful Highlands, NJ, where the entire town hosts a festival dedicated to the mighty clam each August.

ClamFest takes place in Huddy Park each year, and it's a treat for seafood lovers across the state.

The entire park is filled with vendors, activities, and plenty of places to get your seafood on!

The fun goes well into the night, and you'll definitely want to stay until the last act...

Because one of the highlights of ClamFest each year is the live music acts! It's one of the best free concerts in the entire state.

Of course, many of Highlands' best restaurants are offering special dishes during this event, so you'll never be short of places to try fantastic clam dishes.

Have you visited ClamFest in past years? Tell us about your visit to this delicious seafood festival in Highlands, NJ in the comments section. You can find more details about ClamFest on the official Highlands website, and keep an eye on the Highlands Business Partnership Facebook page for all the latest announcements! If you're staying in Highlands for the festival, check out this affordable vacation rental by the water.