Southern NJ is a treasure trove of charm with a wealth of unforgettable experiences. Overflowing with historic museums, one-of-a-kind outdoor adventures, farm-fresh restaurants, acclaimed wineries, breweries and more, we offer something special for everyone.
Take a scenic hike through the interconnected trails forged throughout the Pinelands. Wander into the past and explore still-active, centuries-old ironworks. Top off an eventful day with a glass at one of over 30 wineries scattered throughout the region.
Get your tickets to some of the best concerts, art shows, festivals, sporting events, and theatrical productions on the East Coast.
The Garden State, in recent years, has also become a great place for LGBTQ+ families to live openly. Cape May has almost 20 hotels and bed and breakfasts that are gay-friendly or gay-owned. And Collingswood has been gay-friendly for a long time!
Amy’s Omelette House
Many omelet variations & pancake styles are on the menu at all-day breakfast spot.
302 Cuthbert Blvd, Cherry Hill, NJ
Back Bay Ale House
Bar & restaurant offering patio seating with views, drinks & a full pub menu.
800 N New Hampshire Ave, Atlantic City, NJ
blueplate
Creative farm-to-table fare is served at this American eatery offering breakfast, lunch & dinner.
47 S Main St, Mullica Hill, NJ
Brio Italian Grille
Relaxed Italian eatery serving Tuscaninspired grill fare, wine & cocktails.
901 Haddonfield Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ
Cafe 2825
Classy eatery featuring from-scratch Italian cuisine, a full bar & ample wines.
2825 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ
Caffe Aldo Lamberti
Dishing out a full menu of Italian cuisine & seafood, this spot also has private wine cellars.
2011 Marlton Pike W, Cherry Hill, NJ
Carlucci’s Waterfront
Traditional Italian restaurant & bar on the water featuring steaks & seafood plus live music.
876 Centerton Rd, Mt Laurel Township, NJ
Chef Vola’s
Longtime hideaway supplying traditional, homestyle Italian fare. 111 S Albion Pl, Atlantic City, NJ
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
Cuban cuisine & a vast rum bar accented by Caribbean decor & latenight salsa dancing.
2801 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ
Giumarello’s Restaurant & G Bar
Family-run Northern Italian restaurant and bar with a big menu.
329 N Haddon Ave, Haddon Township, NJ
Keg & Kitchen
American comfort food gets an update at this rustic-looking pub.
90 Haddon Ave, Haddon Township, NJ
Kelsey’s Atlantic City
Classy soul-food restaurant featuring elevated versions of traditional comfortfood dishes.
1545 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ
Kunkel’s Seafood & Steakhouse
A surf ‘n’ turf menu & set-price deals in a polished, stylish space.
920 W Kings Hwy, Haddon Heights, NJ
Mikado Japanese Restaurant
Hibachi chefs grill at the table plus a sushi & Japanese entree menu served in a simple space.
2320 Marlton Pike W, Cherry Hill, NJ
Nunzio
Homestyle Italian cooking gets an update at this trattoria.
706 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ
Redstone American Grill
Slick modern grill house with a diverse wine list, serving wood-fired steaks, seafood & sandwiches.
500 NJ-73, Marlton, NJ
Ristorante Fieni’s
Serving quality interpretations and daring new twists on classic northern Italian dishes straight from the old country.
800 S Burnt Mill Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ
Rodizio Grill
Brazilian steakhouse chain offering skewered meats carved tableside plus a salad bar.
13109 Town Center Blvd, Voorhees Township, NJ
Steak 38 Cafe
Caesar salad prepared tableside plus a raw bar, beefy entrees & martinis provide a retro atmosphere.
The Farm and Fisherman Tavern
Locally sourced fare served from breakfast through dinner in a modern eatery with a market.
1442 Marlton Pike East, Cherry Hill, NJ
The Kibitz Room
Stacked meat sandwiches & other Jewish deli classics in a no-frills, orderat-the-counter setting.
100 Springdale Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ
For more info visit: bamboozlefestival.com
MAY 12
The only group of its kind in South Jersey, this monthly program at Katz Jewish Community Center in Cherry Hill offers a welcoming atmosphere for LGBT older adults to share their experiences, build relationships, and discuss issues like discrimination and social isolation.
For more info visit: jfcssnj.org
MAY 27-28
The Adjacent Music Festival will be held over Memorial Day weekend ocean-side on New Jersey’s Atlantic City Beach adjacent to the world-famous Atlantic City boardwalk. The lineup features over 40 bands on three stages including the newly reunited Blink-182, Paramore, Bleachers, Turnstile, Japanese Breakfast, Coheed & Cambria plus craft food & beverage experiences, vendors & more.
Center for Social Justice invites you to a celebration of community! An after Party will also take place.
For more info visit: rustincenter.org
JULY
JUL 9
DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
The Festival will be a day of Dragon Boat races, a flower ceremony for loved ones touched by cancer, live entertainment, fantastic local food, vendors, and fun for the whole family! Absolutely no experience is necessary to participate and we provide the boats, paddles, life jackets, and race course! We recommend about 21-24 participants per team, with a minimum of 8 female paddlers in the boat for every race. The minimum age to paddle is 12 years old.
For more info visit: bit.ly/3zhxEbK
JUL 16
COOPER RIVER
seafood options so that you can join the party, too. Menus coming soon!
For more info visit: bit.ly/3AEmOgo
AUG 24
DANCE TO THE MOVIES
Are you a fan of Dancing with The Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, America’s Got Talent, American Idol and The Voice? On Thursday, August 24 the top choreographers are bringing to life the classic movie dances of yesterday with a fresh new vision you will not want to miss out on with various celebrity professionals and top finalists. For more info visit: bit.ly/3JWvH9t
SEP 22
KILLER QUEENA TRIBUTE TO QUEEN
Killer Queen’s reputation has continued to grow in both the UK and abroad. They’ve scored number one hits and sold out arenas all around the UK.
24th. Come hang out and unwind with your family and friends as you enjoy live music, specialty sangria, grape stomping, tractor tours and more!
For more info visit: bit.ly/443oi1g
OCTOBER
OCT 7
MY BIG GAY ITALIAN WEDDING
My Big Gay Italian Wedding, the Off-Broadway hit comedy created by Anthony J. Wilkinson, is coming to Ovation Hall on Saturday, October 7. Andrew and Anthony are getting married – and everyone wants to “help”. My Big Gay Italian Wedding spins into a hysterical fiasco as everyone tries to have their way. From a saboteur ex-boyfriend to a loud, opinionated, outspoken Italian mother, personalities and culture collide in a music and comedy-filled extravaganza.
For more info visit: bit.ly/3LFHco0
Bike Stop
Veteran gay bar with different vibes on 4 levels.
206 S Quince St, Philadelphia, PA
Blue Monkey Tavern
Renovated historic property serving craft beers & pub food.
2 S Center St, Merchantville, NJ
Club Feathers
Buzzing gay nightclub.
77 Kinderkamack Rd, River Edge, NJ
Georgie’s Bar
A stronghold for the LGBTQ+ community.
810 Fifth Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Paradise
Home of the annual Miss Paradise pageant. 101 Asbury Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Six26 - Lounge & Rooftop
Weekend drag shows & DJ music. 128 Christopher Columbus Dr, Jersey City, NJ
Stir Lounge
Your place to get stiff on the Square. 1705 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA
Tavern on Camac
Gay-friendly tavern known for its piano singalongs. 243 S Camac St, Philadelphia, PA
The Pour House
Casual pub serving craft beers. 124 Haddon Ave, Haddon Township, NJ
U Bar
Unpretentious gay bar. 1220 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA
Woody’s
The gay group doing good things for the entire community.
gablescapemay.com/home
Garden State Equality
Lifting up the diverse voices of LGBTQ+ communities. gardenstateequality.org
1408 Main St, Asbury Park, NJ
New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce
Advancing the business interests of LGBTQ+ and allied professionals. 155 Willowbrook Blvd #350, Wayne, NJ
Qspot LGBT Community Center
Providing resources, referrals, education, and outreach.
1601 Asbury Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
