The Lake Hopatcong Block Party celebrates all facets of Lake Hopatcong life by bringing visitors together with businesses, non-profit organizations, community groups, crafters, and food vendors for a community day like no other featuring activities, raffles, giveaways, a children’s scavenger hunt, and more.
PARTICIPATING VENDORS: CLICK HERE for information about event day and more.
Vendor space for the 2025 Block Party is SOLD OUT. A waitlist is available HERE.
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).
Free off-site parking, with shuttle service, will be provided at 6 surrounding lots. (see list and map below)
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 buses shuttling the routes).
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. It will only be open if the Hopatcong State Park lot is filled to capacity.
PARKING AND SHUTTLE ROUTE MAP PDF
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
9:50 am / Town Square - Opening Ceremony, National Anthem by Gary Pate
10 am / Town Square - Welcome and Good Morning Lake Hopatcong!
12 pm - 1:30 pm / On the Beach - Fishing Demonstration by the Knee Deep Club
12:15 pm / Town Square - Eyes of the Wild Exotic Animal Rescue Program
12:30 pm / Town Square – Performance by the An Clár School of Irish Dance
1 pm / View from Town Square - Defender Fireboat Demonstration by the Jefferson Fire Department Co. 2
1:15 pm / Town Square – Performance by the An Clár School of Irish Dance
1:45 pm / Town Square – Roxbury Robotix Demonstration
2:15 pm / Town Square - Eyes of the Wild Exotic Animal Rescue Program
2:30 pm / Town Square – Puppy Wuppy Demonstration
All Day / Town Square - Mayors Mix & Mingle
Ongoing / Walkabout - 501st Legion Star Wars Characters, An Clár School of Irish Dance, Musician Gerry Arias, Centenary Cyclone, Merry Musicians, Puppy-Wuppy Drill Team, Roxbury HS Gael, Sussex County Miners Herbie the Miner, and more!
Fishing Demo with the Knee Deep Club – the Knee Deep Club will present a casting demonstration of freshwater fishing rods and reels from 12 pm – 1:30 pm. Look for them down by the beach, or visit them in Zone A, to learn more.
Fire Boat Demonstration – The Jefferson fire boat, Defender, returns with an on-water display, compliments of the Jefferson Fire Department Co. 2 at 1 pm. Give them a wave and let them know we appreciate all that our local fire departments do for our community!
Eyes of the Wild – Our friends at Eyes of the Wild are back, and they are bringing exotic animal ambassadors from their 21-acre rescue operation in Hunterdon County. You can meet the team and some cool critters by visiting the Pavillion, with a program at 12:15PM and 2:15PM.
Irish Step Dancing – A fan favorite, An Clar School of Irish Dance will be performing Irish step dances at the pavilion at 1:15pm. Don’t miss the performance and be sure to check out their booth in Zone A to learn more about the school and how to get involved.
Meet the Alpacas – Hidden Brook Ranch of Blairstown, NJ are joining us again! Visit them in Zone B and meet a fuzzy friend. They will also be selling some of their alpaca wool apparel.
Drone and Robot Demonstrations – Roxbury High School’s Aviation and Robotics Clubs are back, and so are their high-flying drones and down-to-earth robot demos! We can’t wait to share drone photos from this year’s event, and we know everyone’s going to enjoy the robot demonstration at 1:45PM in the town square, at the pavilion.
Puppy-Wuppy Drill Team – Puppy-Wuppy is a team of students and their dogs who perform at events with the purpose of educating the public on better dog handling, obedience training, and examples of how animals assist us in society. They’ll be wandering the event, showing us some cool tricks!
Mix and Mingle in the “Town Square” – Representatives from all four lakes towns – Roxbury, Hopatcong, Jefferson, and Mount Arlington – will be in the town square at the pavilion, along with representatives from Congressman Kean and Congresswoman Sherrill’s offices. Each will feature programs from their town/district and be available to answer questions!
Meet Cool Mascots – You never know who you’ll see at the Lake Hopatcong Block Party! We’re excited to welcome back Roxbury’s Gael and the Centenary University Cyclone this year. New this year, Herbie the Miner from the Sussex County Miner minor league baseball will be among the crowd! We’ve also heard a rumor that beloved Star Wars characters from the 501st Legion might make an appearance. Have those cameras ready for a photo opportunity!
Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum – the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum will be open to the public for the duration of the Block Party. Visit the museum, which is in the historic Morris Canal Lock Tender’s House on the left when entering the park and experience an eye-opening look at Lake Hopatcong’s history.
Be sure to bring your appetite to the 2025 Lake Hopatcong Block Party. With so many mouth-watering vendors to choose from, you’re in for a treat!
Angry Archie’s – Established in 2015 by Chef Chris Curado and his cousin Michael Ponte, Angry Archies is an award-winning food truck that features seafood staples like Maine lobster rolls, lobster mac ‘n’ cheese, crab poutine, and crab cake sandwiches. Non seafood dishes, like the “Angry Chicken Sandwich” and “Baja Veggie Burger,” and sides, are also available.
Byram Bay Bistro – Merging the hearty flavors of Polish cuisine with the vibrant zest of Jamaican dishes, Byram Bay Bistro creates a unique fusion experience! We want to give them an extra shout out for including us in their Toast program, where customers can round up their purchase at the restaurant and donate it to our organization. Be sure to visit them in Hopatcong after (or before!) the Block Party!
Camille’s Cookie Café – Bringing artisanal-style cookies to the event, Camille bakes her wares from scratch (with love!) from family recipes.
Coney Island Pizza – Coming from Riverdale, NJ, they make delicious wood-fired pizza. To quote them directly, “Food lovers beware, you’re in for a tasty surprise!”
Cosmic Kettle Corn - This freshly made kettle corn must be tried to be believed! The perfect snack to munch on as you walk the Block Party!
Dunkin – Our friend Patty Babb is back and will be setting up shop by the Pavilion, bringing coffee, donuts, and more for everyone to enjoy (the early morning volunteers are always especially happy to see Patty and her staff pull in!).
Empanada Lady – “Gotta blame the 2009 recession for Empanada Lady’s success,” Cyndi explains on her website. She put herself through culinary school and has been selling delicious empanadas at farmers markets and festivals in New Jersey and New York ever since!
House of Cupcakes – Cupcake recipes, made famous by Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, come from the brilliant minds of Ruthie and Ron Bzdewka. They offer 35 flavors of cupcakes, as well as other sweet indulgences!
Jefferson Dairy – Serving up some sweet creamy treats to keep attendees cool and also providing free ice cream cone coupons for our children’s scavenger hunt, while supplies last!
Jersey Pickle – You can enjoy their bold, flavorful pickled products—including classic dill pickles and olives. Stock up on your favorites and experience the taste that makes them a local favorite.
Knot of This World Pretzels – Living up to their name, Knot of This World will make your tastebuds blast off with their fresh, hand-twisted, soft pretzels!
Latte Lounge and Bake Shoppe – Selling sweet treats like macarons, cakes, and cookies, they aim to satisfy your sweeth tooth!
Monster Treats – They serve up freeze dried candy and other treats. There is sure to be something for everyone.
Nessie Tea – Not only selling loose leaf tea for home consumption, Nessie Tea will also be serving drinks to be enjoyed at the Block Party. Pinkies up!
Smokin Schmidty’s BBQ – Veteran-owned Smokin Schmidty’s is doing what they do best: making great barbeque. Try their famous pulled pork sliders, sausage, pepper, and onion sandwiches, baked beans, and pickles! YUM!
Succasunna United Methodist Church – SUMC is joining the Block Party to connect with the community and serve up warm funnel cakes and fried Oreos!
Totally Nutz - Fresh roasted cinnamon-glazed nuts crafted on-site. The sweet and savory scents alone make their stand a worthwhile visit!
We Squeeze to Please – Refreshing, freshly-squeezed lemonade and brewed iced tea, they also serve funnel cakes, nachos, steak sandwiches, tots, churros, and the list goes on!
BYOBag and enjoy shopping and gathering information from each of our 200+ vendors, including businesses, non-profit organizations, craft vendors, community groups, and food merchants!
| Vendor | Zone | Booth Space | Merchandise Description |
| 1063 Woodworks | A | 57 | Cutting and charcuterie boards, jewelry boxes, wood gifts, home décor |
| 3 Dog Bytes | B | 212 | Homemade dog treats, and snuffle mats |
| 501st Legion | B | 232A | Star Wars cosplayers |
| Abby Brembs Illustrations | A | 105 | Prints, greeting cards, paintings |
| Academy for Environmental Science | B | 176 | Information |
| ACRE Windows & Doors | A | 125 | Windows and doors |
| Advanced Eyecare Associates | FC | 14 | Eye care information |
| AlphaZelle - Organic Products | A | 132 | USDA-certified organic CBD, bath & body products, sun catchers, wind chimes, and herbal eye & neck pillows |
| Alzheimer’s Association | B | 197 | Information, pens, and pencils |
| Angry Archie's | FC | 7, 8 | Seafood, chicken sandwiches, veggie burgers, and more |
| Animal Protection League of NJ/Bear Education and Resource | B | 204 | Plush toys, keychains, buttons, bumper stickers, pencils, and magnets |
| Art and Soul Studios | A | 47-48 | Information |
| Ashley Grace Builders LLC | B | 192 | Construction information |
| Audacity & The Real Cats Crew | FC | 15 | Home-sewn fleece cat beds and pet toys, benefitting the Jefferson Twp. Municipal Pound |
| Avenues in Motion | A | 105-A | Helmet fittings, giveaways, and safety demonstration |
| Bath Fitter | A | 41 | Bathroom remodeling |
| Billie Cove Apparel | B | 166 | Lake and Beach Apparel |
| Borough of Hopatcong | Town Square | 140 & 142 | Information |
| Bridge Marina | A | 87 - 90, 97 - 100 | Boat club access, boat lessons, sales, rentals, and service |
| B's Crafty Corner, Peace of Mind Ceramic | A | 53 | Handmade items, wine glasses, mugs, car coasters, bookmarks, kitchen towels, and tote bags |
| Byram Bay Bistro | FC | 40; 40A | Polish-Jamaican fusion |
| Canal Society of New Jersey | A | 81 | Information, brocures, maps, books, and t-shirts |
| Centenary University | B | 167 | Information |
| Chalk to Me World | A | 79 & 80 | Hand-crafted home decor, T-shirts, totes, and crafts |
| Chalkbird | B | 225 | Raising awareness for rare connective tissue diseases that impact the aorta |
| Child and Family Resources | B | 187 | Child Care Resources, Applications, and give-a-ways |
| Circle Bowl & Entertainment | A | 120 | Information |
| Climate Plus | B | 222 & 223 | HVAC Information |
| Coney Island Pizza | FC | 32-33 | Wood-fire pizza |
| Cosmic Kettle Corn | FC | 28 | Kettle corn |
| Country Crafts | A | 66 | Hand-crafted macrame jewelry |
| County College of Morris | B | 185 & 186 | Information |
| Crafty by Roxy | A | 137 | Laser engraved cutting boards |
| Crossfit Whiskey Tango Foxtrot | B | 209 | Information |
| Culligan New Jersey | B | 228, 227 | Water softeners and filtration systems with samples |
| Curly Girl Candle & Body Care Shop | B | 153 | Handmade candles, goats milk soap and lotion, room sprays, sublimated tumblers, and resin jewelry |
| Cutco Cutlery | A | 133 | Kitchen products |
| Dabs & Drizzles | A | 74 | Original acrylic paintings, jewelry, and more |
| Decks and Docks Company | A | 71 | Information on decks and docks |
| Develop Strength | A | 126 | Personal and private training |
| Donna Does Nails | A | 131 | Color Street nail products |
| Draw The Line Tees | B | 168 | Christian clothing and apparal |
| Dream Come True Vacations | A | 130 | Travel agency |
| Dream Team Designs | B | 200 | Custom designed clothing, apparel, and accessories |
| Dunkin' Donuts | Pavilion | Pavilion | Coffee and Donuts |
| Edward Jones Financial Advisor | FC | 24 | Financial advising information |
| Eleventh Hour Rescue | B | 221 | Animal rescue |
| Elite Prep Academy | B | 181 | Information, balloons, and give aways |
| Empanada Lady | FC | 4,5 | Empanadas |
| Entourage Salon | B | 211 | Hair salon, nail salon, waxing, color, makeup, extensions, and fairy hair |
| Eyes of The Wild | B | 160 & 161 | Animal protection advocacy |
| FLG X Adventure Course | B | 210 | Treetop adventure and zipline course |
| Fox Architectural Design | A | 128 | Architectural services from Concept through Construction Contract Administration Services |
| Garden State Yacht Club | A | 136 | Yacht club information and memberships |
| GB Comfort Services, LLC | B | 219 - 220 | Plumbing, heating, and cooling |
| Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey | B | 202 | Information |
| Gizmo's Widgets | B | 189 & 190 | Fidget toys, man-cave/she-shed decor, D&D figurines, dice towers, statues, and more |
| Glitter Tats/A Painted Face | B | 150 | Glitter tattoos, festival glitter |
| Gracie's Goblets/Colorful Creations | B | 154 | Sublimated tumblers, resin jewelry and more |
| Griffin & Howe at Hudson Farm | B | 231 | Outdoor shooting sports & retail store |
| Hand Made for You | B | 205 | Hand made crocheted & knitted items, and hanging kitchen towels. |
| Hannah's Handknits | B | 182 | Small handcrafted items, both knit and 3D Printed |
| Hidden Brook Ranch Alpaca | B | 172, 173 | Handmade alpaca and llama apparel, home goods, rovings, hand-spun yarn |
| Hopatcong Environmental Commission | A | 56 | Information |
| Hopatcong Fire Department | Pavilion | Pavilion | Information |
| Hopatcong State Park | Pavilion | Pavilion | Information |
| Hunterdon Art Museum | B | 157 | Museum information |
| JCP&L | A | 103 | Information |
| Jefferson Dairy | FC | 13 | Ice cream |
| Jefferson Economic Development Committee | B | 165 | Information about economic development |
| Jefferson Highlights Community Television | B | 191 | Summer concerts and community TV |
| Jefferson Recycling | A | 115, 116, 117 | Information |
| Jefferson Township | Town Square | 141 & 143 | Township Officials and Information |
| Jefferson Township Rescue Squad | FC | 12 | |
| Jefferson Township Youth Coalition | A | 134 | Youth substance use prevention information |
| Jersey Pickles | FC | 22 | Pickles and olives |
| John Johnson Auto Group | A | 60 | New and used cars |
| K&D Crystals | B | 216 | Custom-made jewelry |
| Kean Skylands | B | 206 | Information |
| Kelly's Holistic Astro-Readings & Alchemy-Kits | B | 178 | Astrology readings and alchemy kits |
| Kitchen Saver | B | 196 | Kitchen products |
| KMJ Creations | A | 59 | Wooden items, personalized BBQ carriers, kid carriers, household décor |
| Knee Deep Club | A | 67 | Shirts, hats, memberships |
| Knights of Columbus Council #5114 | B | 149 | Information |
| Knot of this World Pretzels | FC | 38 | Soft pretzels |
| L/CPL Robert J Slattery Detachment 206 of the Marine Corps League | A | 127 | Marine rose sales |
| Lake Hopatcong Antique and Classic Boat Society | A | 109 & 110 | Chapter promotion |
| Lake Hopatcong Commission | Pavilion | Information | |
| Lake Hopatcong Elks Lodge #782 | B | 158 & 159 | Information |
| Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum | Museum | Museum | Historical exhibits |
| Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club | A | 61 | Information |
| Latte Lounge Bake Shoppe | B | 165 | Macarons, cakes, and cookies |
| Lavish Everlasting LLC | A | 70 | Jewelry custom fit and designed on the spot |
| Layna By The Lake Craft Boutique | B | 198 | Hand made wreaths and crafts |
| Live the Lake NJ | A | 118 & 119 | Lake business information |
| M&D Home Gifts | A | 65 | |
| Mackin’s Rippin Lips Fishing Trips | A | 77 | Guided fishing trips |
| Mary Kay | A | 135 | Beauty products and demonstrations |
| Matthew and Tracy DeCrosta | A | 55 | A friendly, free and open exchange of ideas |
| Merry Musicians | B | 152 | Music class information |
| Michele O Connor | FC | 18 | Tea towels, totes, and pillowcases |
| Mikie Sherrill | Pavilion | Pavilion | Information |
| Missile Silo Studios | B | 224 | Music recording studio information |
| Monarch Massage | A | 108 | Chair massage and sound therapy |
| Monster Treats | B | 171 | Freeze-dried candy |
| Morris County Division of Mosquito Control | A | 107 | Mosquito and tick safety information |
| Morris County Heritage Commission | FC | 16 | Information |
| Morris County Sheriff's Office | Pavilion | Pavilion | Community outreach |
| Mount Arlington | Town Square | 144 & 146 | Borough officials and information |
| Musconetcong Watershed Association | B | 179 | Information |
| Nana's Nic Nac Nook | B | 194 | Beaded pens and tumblers |
| Nessie Tea | B | 214 | Loose leaf tea and drinks made-to-order |
| New Jersey Highlands Coalition | B | 183 | Pamphlets, posters, and educational handouts |
| New Jersey League of Conservation Voters | A | 76 | Information |
| New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Mobile | Front Gate | Front Gate | MVC services by appointment only |
| New Jersey Natural Gas | A | 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 | Information |
| New York Life Insurance Co | A | 52 | Insurance and financial service information |
| NextGen Driving School | B | 162 & 163 | Driving lesson information |
| NJ Electric Boat Rental LLC | A | 104 & 83 | Electric boat rentals and sales |
| NJ Swim Lakeside | B | 208 | Children swim lessons, goggles, bathing suits |
| NJSP Marine Unit | Pavilion | Pavilion | Information |
| North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority | A | 84 | Public input for long range transportation plan |
| Novels by Steve Lindahl | A | 54 | Books |
| Office of Congressman Thomas Kean Jr | Pavilion | Pavilion | Information |
| Patsy's Bay Marina | A | 111, 112, 113, 114 | Boats and Wave Runners |
| Peace of Mind Ceramics | A | 78 | Ceramics |
| Picatinny Federal Credit Union | A | 72 | Banking Information |
| Planet Networks | FC | 27 | Internet Services |
| Power Home Remodeling | A & B | 51 & 184 | Information, estimates, and scheduling |
| Preferred Care at Home | B | 199 | Home care information |
| Re/Max House Values | A | 129 | Real Estate Information |
| RE/MAX Town and Valley II | B | 226 | Real Estate Information |
| Renewal by Andersen | B | 207 | Booking appointments for home renovation |
| Resin8ing | A | 122 | Artfully crafted resin |
| Roeland Home Improvers | B | 218 | Bathroom and kitchen remodeling information |
| Roxbury Arts Alliance | B | 148 | Group information |
| Roxbury HS Aviation | B | 170 | Information |
| Roxbury HS Robotics Team | B | 169 | Robotics team information |
| Roxbury Public Library | A | 62 | Information |
| Roxbury Township | Town Square | 145 & 147 | Town officials and information |
| Saint Clare's Health | B | 174, 195, 230 | Information |
| She's Crafty | B | 164 | 3d printed items and tumblers |
| Simple Bare Necessities | B | 175 | Zero waste non-toxic, and plastic-free home essentials |
| Smokin' Schmidty's | FC | 29-30 | Sliders, sandwiches, baked beans, pickles, and more |
| Songbird Jewels | FC | 19 | Jewelry, children's toys, and accessories |
| Soul Shine Tie Dyes | A | 121 | Handmade tie-dyed clothing |
| South Shore Marine & Power Sports LLC | A | 85, 86, 101, 102 | Boat service and maintenance |
| Sparkling Aura Boutique | A | 69 | Jewelry |
| Sportsmans Marina/EZ Dock Innovations | A | 91 - 96 | Boats for sale |
| St Jude's Roman Catholic Church | A | 123 | Information |
| Staples | B | 217 | Office supplies and information |
| Succasunna United Methodist Church | FC | 1, 2 | Funnel cake and fried Oreos |
| Sussex County Miners | FC | 21 | Information |
| Sussex County Sherrifs Office | Pavilion | Pavilion | Community outreach |
| Sweet Wonder Years | A | 58 | Handmade jewelry, nylon and beaded keychains, and novelties |
| Tarot by Jill | B | 203 | Tarot readings |
| Terra Muse Pottery | A | 23 | Hand-painted ceramics |
| The Addison Group | A | 73 | Real Estate Information |
| The Bag Shop | B | 213 | Handbags, beachbags, hats, and accessories |
| The Glitter Cat | B | 215 | Tumblers, coasters, pet bowls, badge reels, cutting boards, bookmarks, jewelry, trinkets, candles, and greeting cards |
| The Growing Stage - The Children's Theatre of New Jersey | B | 155 | Children's theatre |
| The Home Depot USA | A | 139 | Home improvement information |
| The Shakespeare Theatre | B | 177 | Merchandise, and promotional materials for 2025 |
| The SMILE of Hopatcong | FC | 25 | Assisted living information |
| Think Boating Safety | FC | 26 | Boating safety courses, on-water Training, Captain's license courses |
| T-Mobile | FC | 20 | Wireless Communication Solutions |
| Toad & Thyme LLC | B | 149 | Crystals, incense, jewelry |
| Totally Nutz | A | 68 | Roasted nuts, both sweet and savory |
| United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 15-10 | A | 82 | Recreational boating safety |
| Verizon | B | 233 | Wireless Communication Solutions |
| Visions Federal Credit Union | B | 156 | Banking information |
| We Squeeze to Please | FC | 35-36 | Fresh-squeezed lemondade, iced tea, funnel cake, nachos, sandwiches, and more |
| Weichert Randolph/ Team Tenseth | B | 180 | Real estate information, pens, frisbees |
| Weichert Realtors | B | 193 | Real estate information |
| West Morris Reporter | B | 201 | Information |
| Window Genie | A | 49 & 50 | Window cleaning, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, and holiday lights |
| Winged Musings Spa | A | 138 | Upcycled glassware, vintage-look pieces embellished with clay mouldings, paint, and decoupage |
| Yan Yan Liang Jewelry | B | 188 | Jewelry |
We’re excited to offer two great options for free boat rides at this year’s Lake Hopatcong Block Party—whether you’re in the mood for a relaxing cruise or a quick spin on the water, we’ve got you covered!
Lake Hopatcong's own Miss Lotta will embark on seven FREE cruises throughout the day, courtesy of Lake Hopatcong Cruises! Departure times are: 10:55 am, 11:25 am, 11:55 am, 12:25 pm, 12:55 pm, 1:25 pm, and 1:55 pm.
Tickets will be available in Zone A—look for the BOAT RIDE FLAG near 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. Beverages are available from the onboard full-service bar, and you’re welcome to bring food from the food court.
Prefer something shorter? The amazing team from Bridge Marina will be offering FREE quick pontoon cruises throughout the day! Visit them in Zone A to get outfitted with a bracelet, which serves as your “ticket to ride.”
All boat rides will depart from the State Park dock, and opportunities will be announced over the PA system—so listen closely and get ready to grab your tickets or line up when your ride is called!
Visit participating sponsors while exploring the Block Party, get the required stamps, and submit your passport to be entered in a drawing for a prize of your choosing! One passport per household - limited to 300 households. Passport Adventure Passports are available at the Passport Adventure Booth in the pavilion area and must be returned by 3:15 pm. Winners will be announced at 3:30 pm. Winners need not be present.
Merry Musicians will be at the Children’s Activities Booth making crafts and more!
Kids 12 and under can join the fun with our Children’s Scavenger Hunt, featuring hands-on activities, fun giveaways, and learning opportunities from the Lake Hopatcong community. To participate, simply stop by the children’s activity booth (zone B) to pick up a scavenger hunt card—then return the completed card to receive a free kiddie cone coupon for Jefferson Dairy (while supplies last)!
Other kid-friendly activities include exotic animal programs with Eyes of the Wild, a fishing demonstration with the Knee Deep Club, a take-home craft from the Home Dept, visiting with an alpaca from Hidden Brook Ranch, and walkabout characters like the Puppy-Wuppy Drill Team, Herbie the Miner, the Centenary Cyclone, 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!
Raffle tickets will be available at the 50/50 booth in the Pavillion area and from walking ticket sellers. Tickets are $5.00 for 1 ticket, $10.00 for 5 tickets, and $20.00 for 15 tickets.
The drawing will take place at 3 pm. Winners need not be present, contact information must be provided. Proceeds will benefit the Lake Hopatcong Foundation's efforts to foster a vibrant and healthy Lake Hopatcong!
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.
