Summer is here, and Somerset County is ready to welcome you with open arms! From scenic golf courses and blooming gardens to vibrant parks, nature preserves, outdoor dining, and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come and explore all the experiences that will inspire you this season and discover the very best our community has to offer.
Take time to renew, restore, and refresh. Whether you’re hiking or biking along our beautiful trails, visiting a local farm, or unwinding in one of our cozy hotels, you’ll find the perfect way to reconnect and recharge. Enjoy a movie with a dine-in twist, catch a live baseball game, soak in a concert, or join in on fun-filled family recreation. Your summer escape starts here in Somerset County.
Outdoor Inspiration
Somerset County is known throughout the state for its commitment to environmental stewardship, its wildlife preserves, and its unique flora and fauna. With a wealth of wildlife sanctuaries and nature preserves, environmental education centers, and birding sites to choose from, now’s the time to explore nature in all its glory. Learn more
Garden Inspiration
Residents and visitors alike will enjoy exploring arboreta, roses, peonies, and rock plants and flowers, while taking in the colors and fragrances of the many thousands of blooms carefully cultivated in native and formal gardens countywide. Learn more
Dining Inspiration
Take a break from your summer activities with some dining. Al fresco season is on its way and we’re fortunate to be able to enjoy a delicious meal outdoors throughout most of the year! On those hot, hot days, step inside for a cool retreat. From golf course-front seating to a unique “eat in the streets” approach in our downtowns, dining at a Somerset County eatery presents a great way to reconnect with friends and family. Learn more.
Farm Fresh Fun
Get out for fresh air and lots of fresh produce available at Somerset County’s farm stands and farmers markets, which remain open through Spring, Summer and Fall in various locations. Enjoy farm-to-table deliciousness and artisanal foods with a bounty of fruits, vegetables, savory breads, meats, sweet baked goods, and condiments. Plan a visit to a private flower garden, lavender field or working farm. Learn more.
Golfing Hot Spots
Tee off at one of Somerset County’s many public or private golf courses, each offering a challenge to golfers at all levels of play. Check here for course openings and itinerary offerings this season. Learn more.
Music and Revelries
Are you ready for a night out with the family? Some of Somerset County’s most exciting entertainment venues have stepped up to the challenge, bringing back old favorites and creating new experiences to add fun back to your weekend!
PLUS: Find the best live music in town
Timeless Finds and Fashion
Had enough online shopping? Ready to touch the fabrics, smell the perfume or catch a glimpse of something that truly sparkles? Our shops, boutiques and shopping malls are ready to welcome you back with open arms and the most careful attention to social distancing protocols. Choose to support our small businesses who offer one-of-a-kind finds and local treasures, as well as our larger stores and shopping experiences providing everything you need to get back to a new normal! Learn more.
