Meadowlands State Fair

State Fair Meadowlands is bigger and better than ever this summer, running now through July 5^th. Special events for 4th of July Weekend will take place July 2-5. We have amped up our spectacular annual fireworks display – it is going to be one booming show! Fabulous Fireworks shows take place July 3^rd and 4th. Additionally, July 4^th weekend there will be an all-day Latin Music Extravaganza.

FIESTA CALIENTE - “OUTDOOR LATIN MUSIC FESTIVAL”

Running ALL day Saturday, July 4^th from 2pm-2am

­  Exclusive Concert with Today’s TOP Latin Artists AND TOP NJ/NY DJs

­  1,000,000 watts of sound AND Pyrotechnics show as heard on Mega 97.9 FM!

­  Live Performances by: Rakim & Ken-Y, Zion y Lennox, Tony Dize, Toño Rosario, Prince Royce, Bachata Heights, Amarfis & La Banda de Atakke, Fuego & Many More…

­  DJs include: DJ Lobo, DJ Camilo, DJ Frikkiao, DJ Mad, DJ Willie, DJ Crème, DJ Kazzanova, DJ Chucky & DJ Eclipze

­  Admission: $50 (VIP $75 *includes seating in private front row area), pricing includes Concert, Fair, Attractions, & Fireworks!

Fair Hours Fourth of July Weekend:

Friday, July 2 – 6 pm to 2 am

July 3rd and 4th – 2 pm to 2 am

Monday, July 5, 2 pm to midnight

Regular Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 6 pm to midnight

Advance tickets can be purchased now online at www.njfair.com or by calling 973-450-1073. Special group packages are also available. Or, just show up the night of the Fireworks. Bring out the whole family for a night of excitement, entertainment and celebratory fireworks! Make it a fun family night to remember!

There are a number of amazing events at this year’s fair and Nock’s Aerial Stunt Show is one of them! State Fair Meadowlands is thrilled to have The Batcopter Aerial Stunt Show join us at this year’s fair – for ALL 19 DAYS, from June 17 – July 5. The Aerial Stunt Show features the fully refurbished and Original Batcopter from the BATMAN TV series and movie!

Fairgoers will be captivated by the N3079G the Original Batcopter during Nock’s Aerial Stunt Show. This is the real deal! The Batcopter has been fully restored and is in airworthy condition. Brave patrons will have the chance to take flight for an unforgettable experience. Eugene Nock from Nock’s Aerial Stunt Show has an airline transport license with over 20 years of industry experience (including over 14,000 hours of flight experience), and has been giving fairgoers thrilling rides all around the country. This includes The Ohio State Fair, The Tennessee State Fair, The Dixie Winston-Salem Fair, as well as joining Comic Book Shows & Private Venues.

The Aerial Stunt Show is FREE with your admission ticket so make sure you check it out at the Main Midway spot. If you’re up for some chills then opt for one of The Batcopter sightseeing tours (for a fee) during their stay with us. This is going to be an unforgettable experience for us all so make sure you don’t miss it!!

We have so many exciting events and fabulous entertainers in store for this year’s fair!

One particular event will be the Sea Lion Splash — a splashy and educational summer pleaser with funny, lovable sea lions! This is the US’s only traveling, self-contained Sea Lion show and they will be appearing at State Fair Meadowlands from June 21 thru June 28.

The Sea Lion Splash will include: 

·         Unique natural settings including exhibit pool and viewing windows

·         Education on Sea Lions

·         Audience participation

·         Comical routines featuring the natural ability of Sea Lions and their interaction with humans

·         Demonstration of Sea Lions in their natural habitat and performing with their trainers

·         Tricks:  balancing balls, catching rings, gymnastic performances, hand stands, etc.

Sea Lion Splash’ Marco Peters rescues sea lions that are hurt, blind or deaf, when they can’t survive in the wild. He has rescued sea lions that have been victims of climate change; when they lose their food sources – squid and herring - due to warming water (El Nino), they can starve.

Originally from Holland, Marco Peters spent the early days of his career working for the Ringling Brothers training lions and tigers. Then his desires shifted and he decided to work with water-based animals. One day he heard about two sea lions who were retiring from the circus and his idea to start Sea Lion Splash was born. One sea lion we all must watch for is ‘Zoe.’ She was born prematurely in California and her mother died due to lack of food. She’s not strong enough to fight off diseases in the wild, and now lives and performs with Sea Lion Splash. Marco will be bringing two South American sea lions and two Californian sea lions.

We can’t wait to meet them!!