The 12 best things to do in LBI this weekend

This Halloween weekend brings a mix of seasonal fun and live music across the island, from witchy paddles and spooky storytelling to solid performances at local bars and a Tony Award-winning musical at Surflight.

HCPaddling Witches Put ‘She’ in ShenanigansSaturday · 9:00 AM · Harvey Cedars Sunset Park · Harvey CedarsDress up in your witchy best and join paddlers or cheer from shore at Harvey Cedars Sunset Park for the 7th Annual LBI Witchy Paddle—a delightfully quirky Halloween tradition with waterborne and land-based fun.STStarlight Performing Arts Center Performs ‘Urinetown’ at Surflight TheatreFriday · 7:00 PM · Surflight Theatre · Beach HavenSurflight Theatre brings the irreverent Tony Award-winning musical comedy "Urinetown" to life Friday night, a sharp and silly show that's been making audiences laugh for years.NTJ GarzFriday · 5:00 PM · Nardi's Tavern · Ship BottomJ Garz plays Nardi's Tavern in Ship Bottom on Friday night—a solid neighborhood spot for live music and drinks right on the island.NTMatt PietruchaSaturday · 5:00 PM · Nardi's Tavern · Ship BottomMatt Pietrucha takes the stage at Nardi's Tavern Saturday night, keeping the Ship Bottom venue's weekend momentum going with a local performer.STSaturdays in Stafford Live Concerts & ComedySaturday · 8:00 PM · Stafford Township Arts Center · ManahawkinThe Stafford Township Arts Center's "Saturdays in Stafford" series continues this weekend with live entertainment at a dedicated venue just off the island.AAThe American Angler Surf Fishing ClassicSunday · 7:00 AM · ManahawkinThe American Angler Surf Fishing Classic on Sunday morning at Manahawkin offers a chance to fish for stripers during the fall migration, with prizes for adults and kids and free 4x4 beach access.DOLive Music with Matt FisherSaturday · 6:00 PM · Daddy O · Long Beach TownshipMatt Fisher brings live music to Daddy O in Long Beach Township Saturday night, part of the weekend's steady lineup of local bar performances.BLa Stella BrothersSaturday · 7:00 PM · Buckalew's · Beach HavenLa Stella Brothers close out Saturday night at Buckalew's in Beach Haven, a late-night option for folks looking to keep the evening going.TTLive Music with Kenny DubmanSaturday · 6:00 PM · Tuckers Tavern · Beach HavenKenny Dubman plays Tuckers Tavern in Beach Haven Saturday night—another reliable local spot with easy island vibes.CBSpooky Story Time: Legend of the Jersey DevilSunday · 1:00 PM · Cedar Bridge Tavern Historic Site · Barnegat"Spooky Story Time: Legend of the Jersey Devil" at the historic Cedar Bridge Tavern on Sunday rounds out the weekend's Halloween spirit with local lore.BFBlueClaws Fall Flea MarketFriday · 8:00 AM · Ship BottomThe BlueClaws Fall Flea Market in Ship Bottom Friday afternoon is a good casual outing for vintage finds and local crafts before the evening's music starts.BBBarnegat Library Offers Magic Trick WorkshopSaturday · 2:00 PM · Barnegat Branch of the Ocean County Library · Barnegat TownshipA magic trick workshop at the Barnegat Library Saturday evening teaches kids ages 6-12 how to perform tricks and sends them home with their own magic kit.

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