Stafford Township PBA 297 will host this year’s Manahopkin Craft Beer and Music Festival on Saturday, Aug. 3 from noon to 9 p.m. at Manahawkin Lake Park. Enjoy live music, food trucks, craft vendors and activities at this family-friendly event, which is open to the public. For those 21 or older, beer tasting tickets can be purchased online for $40 ahead of the event, or in person the day of. Tickets are available for two sessions: noon to 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event is free for those not sampling beer.

The festival will feature 26 breweries, including local favorites such as Jetty Brewing Co., Manafirkin Brewing Co.,…