South Jersey is making waves on the national stage — and we need your help to bring home the wins.
USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards have officially announced their latest nominees, and two standout South Jersey favorites are in the running this year:
- Glassboro Craft Beer Festival — Best Beer Festival
- Buena Connection Brewing Company — Best New Brewery
Voting is open now, and fans can vote once per day until polls close.
Nominated for: Best Beer Festival
The Glassboro Craft Beer Festival has become a must-visit tradition for New Jersey beer lovers. Held annually each September, the festival blends live music, delicious pub fare, and a curated selection of craft brews — featuring more than 50 breweries in recent years, plus the occasional cidery or winery.
It’s a celebration of community, creativity, and great beer — and now it’s earning national recognition.
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Festival description and nomination courtesy of USA Today 10Best.
Nominated for: Best New Brewery
Debuting in 2025, Buena Connection Brewing Company has quickly become a South Jersey standout. Located in Buena, NJ, this expansive brewery offers plenty of room to relax — from its welcoming patio to lawn games perfect for groups.
Inside the tap list spans a wide range of styles, from crisp lagers to hop-forward IPAs, giving visitors something new to explore with every visit.
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📍 Buena Connection Brewing Company
112 Wheat Rd
Buena, NJ 08310
(856) 362-5337
https://www.buenaconnectionbrewing.com
Brewery description and nomination courtesy of USA Today 10Best.
Voting ends in just a few weeks — every vote counts!
Let’s show the country what South Jersey already knows: our beer scene is worth celebrating.
Cast your votes today and help bring these 10Best titles home.