Zip 07850 · Weekend of 2026-06-19

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Weekend of Jun 19 - Jun 21, 2026

WEEKEND SNAPSHOT

Classic early summer: warm and humid with highs near 84°F. Watch for a stray sunset thunderstorm on Saturday.

High boat traffic expected on Lake Hopatcong for the Solstice weekend; ramp wait times will be longer than usual.

⚡ If You Only Do One Thing

The Tri-County Fair

Saturday, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

"It is the quintessential local kickoff to summer. It combines professional-grade carnival rides with a fireworks display that rivals the 4th of July, located just 10 minutes from Landing."

PRO TIP: Park at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall and use the dedicated shuttle; the on-site church lot fills by 5:00 PM.

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📍 Top Spots

Lake Hopatcong Antique & Classic Boat Show

Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM • Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club

A stunning display of restored wooden boats from the early 20th century.

Best For: History buffs and lake residents

Waterloo Village Living History

Sunday, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM • Waterloo Village, Stanhope

Explore a restored 19th-century canal town with blacksmithing and gristmill demonstrations.

Best For: Families and local history enthusiasts

Summer Solstice Hike

Saturday Morning • Allamuchy Mountain State Park (North)

Take the Sussex Branch Trail for a flat, shaded 4-mile loop perfect for the longest day of the year.

Best For: Outdoor enthusiasts and dog owners • Cost: Free

Choose Your Mode

Mode: Family

Wild West City Summer Season Approx. $30

Saturday, 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM • Byram Township

It is a heritage park that offers live action stagecoach robberies and train rides.

Tip: Check the show schedule at the gate; the 'Main Street' shootout is the highlight.

Mode: Solo

Czig Meister Summer Solstice Market Free Entry

Sunday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM • Hackettstown

Relaxed vibe with local artisans and craft beer in an open-air beer garden.

Tip: Street parking in Hackettstown is free on Sundays.

Mode: Date Night

Sunset Dining at The Windlass Varies

Friday evening, 7:00 PM • Lake Hopatcong

Unbeatable views of the sun setting over the water with a refined local menu.

Tip: Request a table on the 'Glider Deck' for the best lake breeze.

Weekend at a Glance

FRI evening

Lakefront Cocktails

Relaxed

SAT morning

Antique Boat Show

Iconic

SAT afternoon

Tri-County Fair

High Energy

SUN afternoon

Waterloo Village Picnic

Educational

⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs

Route 46 / Route 10 'Circle' Congestion

Ledgewood area, Friday 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Use Mt. Arlington Blvd to bypass the main shopping district if heading towards I-80.

I-80 Bridge Maintenance (Exit 28)

Westbound near Landing, late Saturday night

Expect single-lane patterns; use Howard Blvd as an alternative exit.

🍿 Movies

Top Box Office

Toy Story 5 (G): The return of Buzz and Woody in a story exploring the impact of technology on play.

The Cat in the Hat (PG): Warner Bros' animated take on the Dr. Seuss classic is still dominating family screenings.

Jurassic World: Rebirth (PG-13): The franchise continues its box office reign with new locations and creatures.

New This Weekend

Toy Story 5 (G): A massive worldwide debut for the Pixar staple, perfect for Father's Day weekend.

📅 Plan Ahead

Date	Event	Action
July 3, 2026	Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club Fireworks	High
August 7, 2026	NJ State Fair	Medium

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