Meadowlands Racetrack Seafood Fest

Meadowlands Racetrack Seafood Fest and Hambletonian Eliminations

The Meadowlands Racetrack Seafood Fest will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Admission is free.

Visitors can enjoy seafood and other food offerings from participating food trucks and vendors. Food options are expected to include lobster rolls, fried clams, fried fish, grilled shrimp, shrimp tacos, crab fries, shrimp cocktail, barbecue, desserts, and more.

Live harness racing begins at 6:35 pm and will feature the Hambletonian and Hambletonian Oaks Eliminations.

Participating vendors are scheduled to include Sliderz n Bowlz, Jersey Juice Company, Kimchi Smoke, The Hen and The Hog, Angry Archies, Uncle Bob’s Kettle Corn, Tacoholics, Star of the Sea Seafood, Magic Mike’s Smoked Meats, Latin Bites, Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House, Rhythm & Ribz Smokehouse, Lots of Meat Barbecue, Clyde’s Ice Cream, Smash & Dash NJ, and additional vendors.

Event Details

Event: Meadowlands Racetrack Seafood Fest
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Location: Meadowlands Racetrack, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Admission: Free
Live Racing: Begins at 6:35 pm featuring the Hambletonian and Hambletonian Oaks Eliminations

For additional information or vendor inquiries, contact Rachel Ryan at [email protected].