Lake Hopatcong Block Party

Every year our volunteers rave about the camaraderie, fun, and fulfillment that comes from spending a few hours helping the Lake Hopatcong Foundation organize the lake’s largest gathering of neighbors, friends, crafters, organizations, and businesses.

Hundreds of folks join us each year to volunteer, and as the Block Party grows, so does our need for help! Whether you enjoy giving back, meeting new people, or have community service hours to fulfill for school or work, the Block Party is an excellent volunteer opportunity. Find out more and register for one, or multiple shifts below.

volunteer signup

BYOBag and enjoy shopping and gathering information from each of our nearly 200 vendors including businesses, non-profit organizations, craft vendors, community groups, and food merchants! 

Vendor space for the 2026 Block Party is SOLD OUT. A waitlist is available HERE. 

PARTICIPATING VENDORS: CLICK HERE for information about event day and more.

This isn’t your average grab-a-bite-and-go event; it’s a full-blown culinary experience, where every turn brings a new flavor, a new aroma, and a new must-try dish.

Whether you’re mapping out your day around lunch, planning a snack-filled stroll, or committing to the ultimate foodie crawl, here’s a preview of what’s waiting for you at this year’s Block Party. 

Read more about the food options HERE. 

Children’s Activities Booth 

Merry Musicians will be at the Children’s Activities Booth making musical egg shakers, bracelets, and more!

Children's Scavenger Hunt 

For kids 12 years and younger, a Children's Scavenger Hunt provides hands-on activities, fun giveaways, and lots of learning opportunities from the Lake Hopatcong community. Return completed scavenger hunt cards for a special reward! (while supplies last)

Other Children's Activities

Other kid-friendly activities include exotic animal programs with Eyes of the Wild, a special Touch-A-Truck area, a fishing demonstration with the Knee Deep Club, retrieval demo from Hudson Farms Gun Dogs, Robotix demonstration with Roxbury High School, Puppy-Wuppy Drill Team, Smokey Bear, Herbie the Miner, and more!

In addition, games will be scattered throughout the Block Party including the Froggy Fly Fling, oversized Operation (don’t touch the sides!), Tic Tac Toss, a Mini Train Striker, and Cornhole. Get your game on!

There are two ways to enjoy a free boat ride on the lake during the Block Party! 

Miss Lotta Boat Rides

Set sail on Lake Hopatcong’s very own Miss Lotta! Thanks to Lake Hopatcong Cruises, enjoy one of seven FREE cruises offered throughout the day. Departures are scheduled for 10:55 am, 11:25 am, 11:55 am, 12:25 pm, 12:55 pm, 1:25 pm, and 1:55 pm.

To hop aboard, head to Zone A, Booth 65 (look for the BOAT RIDE FLAG at the booth closest to the boat ramp). Tickets are released 15 minutes before each cruise on a first come, first served basis, with a limit of four tickets per group. All passengers must be present in line to receive a ticket.

Once on board, sit back and enjoy the ride! Beverages are available for purchase at the full-service bar, and you’re welcome to bring along food from the event’s food court.

Bridge Marina Boat Rides

Looking for a quick cruise on the water? Bridge Marina has you covered! Hop on a pontoon ride that cruises past the State Park Beach, down toward Landing, and back, giving you a fun and relaxing glimpse of the lake.

To ride, visit the Bridge Marina booth in Zone A, Booths 68-75, to receive your bracelet, then make your way down the ramp to board. It’s an easy, breezy way to get out on the water during Block Party Day!

You’ve got to be in it to win it - but you don’t have to be present to take home the prize!

Raffle tickets will be available at the 50/50 booth in the pavilion area and from roaming ticket sellers throughout the event.

Ticket Prices:

• 1 ticket for $5
• 5 tickets for $10
• 15 tickets for $20
   

The drawing will take place at 3:30 pm. Winners do not need to be present, but contact information must be provided on all entries.

Proceeds benefit the Lake Hopatcong Foundation’s efforts to foster a vibrant and healthy Lake Hopatcong.

Onsite Parking 

Parking at Hopatcong State Park will be offered on a space-available basis for a $10 cash donation (public parking gates open at 9:45 am).

Offsite Parking

Free off-site parking, with shuttle service, will be provided at 6 surrounding lots. (see list and map below)

Parking with Dogs

A special “Barking Lot” will be available exclusively for guests bringing their dogs to the event as it is within walking distance of the park, and animals are not permitted on shuttles.

Accessible Parking

We have 36 handicap parking spaces available onsite at Hopatcong State Park. Onsite parking is a $10 cash donation. If the State Park is full and closes or if all handicap parking spaces are full, there are handicap-accessible shuttles on both shuttle routes for free off-site parking (you may have to wait for an accessible shuttle as we also have some school busses shuttling the routes).

Block Party Parking Options 

1. Hopatcong State Park – $10.00 cash donation – 260 Lakeside Blvd, Landing

2. Hopatcong Senior Center – FREE – 32 Lakeside Blvd, Hopatcong

3. Wayne Threlkeld Athletic Fields – FREE – 28 Lakeside Blvd, Hopatcong

4. 12 Orben Drive Complex – FREE – Landing, NJ

5. Landing Park Recreation Complex – FREE – 165 Landing Rd, Landing

6. Landing Shopping Center – FREE – 175 Lakeside Blvd, Landing

7. Full Life Christian Fellowship Church – **FOR GUESTS WITH DOGS ONLY** No shuttle, walk to park. Lot will open only when State Park is full – 7 Brooklyn-Stanhope Rd, Stanhope

2026 Parking and Shuttle Map

Various sponsorships are available for the Lake Hopatcong Block Party, starting at just $500 and offering an array of opportunities for pre-event and day-of-event publicity. Click the link below for details!

Sponsor Info