On September 18th through September 20th, Oak Ridge Park in Clark, New Jersey hosted the Food Truck & Rock Carnival. Food trucks, amusement rides and musicians contributed to making this festival possible.

Kids and teens enjoyed the amusement rides located throughout the park. Young adults gathered to watch a BMX stunt show and have a laugh while watching comedians who attended.

Different musicians performed through out the three days of this event, making each night a new experience. To enter the amusement and food truck area was free admission, however to enter the concert area, tickets cost $60 per person.

Saturday’s music lineup included well known musicians like Slash, Three Days Grace, and Sevendust. The event opened at 12 PM and went to 11 PM. Despite having to pay to see these musicians the music was able to be heard all throughout the park, and from areas within the carnival the musicians were visible to see.

Saturday’s date included Three Days Grace who played new and old songs. The band kept the audience’s attention with their enthusiastic performance, constant interaction with the crowd, dancing and mosh pits.

The night ended with headliner, Slash and the crowd was packed with energized fans from all ages, kids to older adults, all eyes were on Slash. Slash’s performance included his own solo songs and well known Guns N’ Roses songs and put on an unforgettable performance.

On Sunday the music lineup included musicians Godsmack, Clutch, and Stone Temple Pilots. All these bands put on amazing performances, playing their best hits and brought the three day festival to a great close.

The Food Truck & Rock Carnival has been the first big festival at Oak Ridge Park in years and was a great way to bring entertainment in the area to people of all ages. There was something to do for everyone who went.