2025 Red Bank Oktoberfest
This one-day, family-friendly event will take place on Saturday October 11 from 1PM to 5PM in the large plaza and parking lots between Triumph Brewing and the Two River Theater in Downtown Red Bank. The rain date is Saturday Oct 18.
Load In Instructions
Please review the load in instructions for your market date. These guidelines outline the procedures for arriving, parking, unloading your products, and setting up your booth safely and efficiently. Following these instructions will ensure a smooth and organized process for everyone involved.
🍂 Welcome to Red Bank Oktoberfest!
We’re so excited to have you join us for this event. Below you’ll find all the details you need—load-in instructions, guidelines, and FAQs.
If this is your first market with Asbury Fresh — welcome! 🥳 We’re glad you’re here. Please read everything carefully, and if you have questions, email team@asburyfresh.com
As always, thank you for being part of the Fresh Markets community.
As always, thank you for being part of the Fresh Markets community.
Event Location
1 Bridge Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Please check in with an Asbury Fresh team member at the side street entrance between Two River Theater and Triumph Brewing.
Vendor Code of Conduct 2025
Vendor Code of Conduct 2025
Weather Policy 🌧️
Please note: this event has a rain date of Saturday, October 18th.
The decision to postpone or cancel due to weather will be made by the Red Bank River Center. If you are unable to attend on the rain date, no refunds, credits, or alternate dates will be issued for your absence.
Load-In & Setup
- Load-in begins at 10:30 AM. Do not arrive earlier.
- Vendors may drive up to their assigned spot to unload. Please unload quickly, move your vehicle to public street parking or the train station lot, and then return to set up.
- All vehicles must be out of the event area by 12:00 PM.
- If you arrive after 11:30 AM, you must park off-site and hand-carry items to your spot. No cars will be allowed in after 12:00 PM.
- Setups must be complete by 1:00 PM sharp.
- Late arrivals will not be able to attend the market you will not receive credits or refunds.
Break Down & Load-Out
- Early break down is not allowed. Break down begins at 5:00 PM.
- You may cart your items out but cars may re-enter the grounds to load out starting at 6:00 PM.
- If you need to leave earlier for an emergency, speak with the market manager. Please note: you will need to load out by hand—no vehicles permitted until 6:00 PM.
- Be respectful of the venue: remove all trash and leave your space clean.
Space & Setup
- Standard vendor space: 10x10 (unless special arrangements have been made).
- Vendors must bring their full setup.
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Tent weights are mandatory.
- Minimum: 100 lbs total (25 lbs per leg).
- More is encouraged, as wind gusts can exceed 15 mph.
- Use bungees, heavy carts, or sandbags to secure your tent.
- Vendors without proper weights will be asked to leave without refund.
Bathrooms đźš˝
Bathrooms are located close to the market area. Ask a team member for directions.
Selling Guidelines đź’°
- You may only sell items that were pre-approved on your application.
- No electricity is available—charge your devices or bring a power bank.
- To request approval for new items, email team@asburyfresh.com
at least 2 days prior. - Selling unapproved products may result in removal from the event.
Marketing & Promotion đź“Ł
Help us spread the word!
- Follow, share, and repost on:
- Instagram: @asburyfresh @redbankfresh
- Facebook: Asbury Fresh
- TikTok: @freshmarkets
- Use hashtags: #freshmarkets #asburyfreshÂ
- On event day, tag us in your IG Stories so we can repost to our 22.5k+ followers.
- Vendors: join our vendor-only Instagram @freshmarketsfinsta for insider updates.
Community Vibes
It’s a full day, but we encourage you to walk around, meet other vendors, and enjoy the atmosphere. Fresh Markets are built on community—you never know what great connections you might make.
