Whether your favorite moment of fall in New Jersey is hopping on a hayride, getting lost in a corn maze, or simply finding the perfect pumpkin for the front door, fall festivals in NJ are the way to make those core autumn memories. Indulge in everything autumn, including an apple pie eating contest at the Allaire Fall Harvest Festival in Wall Township, see over 6,000 carved pumpkins at the Jack O’ Lantern Experience at Skylands Stadium in Augusta, or wear your costumes for kids’ activities and a parade among the animals at Boo At The Zoo in Cape May. Don’t miss Oktoberfest events in NJ this fall, too. (featured photo credit: istock/benedek)

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Fall Festivals in NJ 2025

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Lentini Farms Fall Festival
Weekends starting September 5 through October 26
Come to this fall festival and enjoy a different live band and food trucks each weekend, along with their beloved 10-acre corn maze, scenic hayrides, sunflower field (seasonal), beer tent, u-pick pumpkin patch, and Haunted hayrides (starts September 27). They will be hosting two fireworks shows, opening weekend and Columbus Day weekend, on  Friday, October 10th, at dusk.
Cost: Prices vary
Route 94 South, 251 High Street, Newton, NJ 07860

September Fall Festivals in NJ

Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm Fall Extravaganza
Saturdays and Sundays from September 5-October 26
Enjoy a jam-packed day full of family fun that will keep you entertained with live music, a delectable Farmhouse Grill, Food Trucks, and a wine-tasting experience with Tomasello Winery. Indulge in the quintessential fall activities, such as picking your own apples, pumpkins, and sunflowers, getting lost in the family-friendly corn maze, or hop on a hayride tour of the 325-acre farm.
Cost: $8.00-$16.00 + fees
2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041

Jersey City Latin Jazz Festival
September 5-6 
This one-day celebration is the perfect way to spend the day outside with the family. There will be three stages with live music, classic Latin Jazz, Salsa dancing, a community zone, and food.
Cost: Free
Exchange Place, 10 Exchange Place, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Wildwoods Food and Music Festival
September 6 at 2 PM
Formerly known as the Wildwoods Seafood and Music Festival. The Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce presents a Food and Music Street Fair with food, music, shopping, a pie-eating contest, and kids’ activities.
Cost: Free
Downtown Wildwood starts at Byrne Plaza along Pacific Avenue between Oak and Schellenger Avenues.

Atlantic City Latino Festival
September 6 at 12 PM
You can watch mariachi, Salsa, Cumbia, and Folkloric dance groups while visiting authentic food, vendors, and a children’s entertainment area.
Cost: Free
543 N Albany Ave., Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Terhune Orchards Fall Family Fun Weekends
September 6-7 through November 1-2
Get all the fall feels at Terhune with their adventure barn, live music, pony rides, pumpkin picking, duck races, and pick-your-own opportunities. Mark your calendars for the 50th Anniversary “Apple Day” Celebration on September 13 and 14.
Cost: A variety of packages are available
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540

Donaldson Farms Fall Harvest Weekends 
late-September-October 31
Head to the farm for apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn cannons, apple cider samples, and seasonal treats.
Cost: Free to enter
358 Allen Road, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure
Select nights starting September 12
Haunted Houses, Scare Zones, and Rides in the Dark can only mean one thing—Fright Fest is back. This spooky event will keep older kids and adults on their toes (recommended for ages 13 and over). Enter if you dare!
Cost: Starting at $65
1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson, NJ 08527

Holland Ridge Fall Flower Festival
Starting September 12
Come for fall flower picking, pumpkin picking, and unlimited photo ops. Special weekends include a Food Truck Weekend, a Fall Craft and Live Music Festival, and a Family Fun Weekend.
Cost: $15 per person ages 3 and up
86 Rues Road, Cream Ridge, NJ 08514

Boots at the Beach
September 12-13
It’s a music fest at the beach along Olde New Jersey Avenue, featuring live country music, merchandise vendors, dancing, crafts, and food.
Cost: Free
Old New Jersey Ave., North Wildwood, NJ 08260

St. Anianus Coptic Orthodox Church 4th Annual Community Fair
September 13 at 1 PM
Come one, come all, to this second annual community fair. There will be free food, games for the whole family, and a big giveaway. Please bring nonperishable food items to donate. The rain date is September 20.
Cost: Free
143 North Bergen Mills Road, Monroe, NJ 08831

Smithville Artwalk
September 13 at 10 AM
It’s a biannual curated gathering of 75 artists celebrating lowbrow and pop art. Come for the art, but stay for the live music, entertainment, contests, and special guests. 
Cost: Free
615 E Moss Mill Rd, Absecon, NJ 08205

Manasquan Bank Presents 12th Annual Community Day 2025
September 13 at 11 AM
This family-friendly festival will have carnival games, arts and crafts, amusements, and food and refreshments. The Manasquan Bank management team will be on the grills and serve hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken, and more.
Cost: Free
Squan Plaza in downtown Manasquan, NJ 08736

Great Pumpkin Festival
September 13-November 2
Head to Heaven Hill Farm for this fall-themed festival featuring the Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show, hayrides, farm animals, pedal carts, a “Big Top” themed corn maze, gem mining, apple cannons, and more fall fun. This year, the corn maze is going to be Alice in Wonderland themed.
Cost: $14.99-$21.99 online & $19.99-$21.99 at the door
451 State Route 94, Vernon, NJ 07462

Happy Day Farm Fall Festival
September 13-November 2
Weekends are full of autumnal fun at Happy Day with activities like an animal zoo, Lainey Wilson-themed corn maze, horse swings, pedal carts, and all of the fall fun you can imagine in one place during their annual Fall Festival. Be sure to check out the Pumpkinvile House for photo ops. 
Cost: $27 per person; tickets for weekends must be purchased online. 
106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan, NJ 07726

VonThun Farms Fall Festival
Weekends starting September 13
Bring the family to the Fall Festival with over 20 all-ages activities in two locations—play fall-themed games, go on one of the hayrides, take a challenge through the 6-acre interactive corn maze, see farm animals, pick pumpkins and apples, and don’t forget to take lots of photos. 
Cost: Ticket prices vary. Free Parking
519 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
438 Route 57 West, Washington Township, NJ 07882

Fanny Wood Day
September 14 at 10 AM
With plenty of kid activities, you can find fun for the day. Events include a bandstand, a kids’ stage featuring local bands, Rogue the Magician, a bubble gum contest, kiddie rides, and a scavenger hunt.
Cost: Free
Downtown Fanwood, NJ 07023

Sussex County Day 
September 14 at 11 AM 
Celebrate Sussex County with live music, fun activities for kids, vendors, exhibitors, the Chopped Sussex Cooking Challenge, and the crowd-pleasing chicken wing eating contest.
Cost: Free
Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ 07822

Halsey Festival
September 18 at 3 PM
See DJs, bands, performances, a fashion show, art activities, interactive games, and so much more at this event.
Cost: Free
Halsey Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Medford Oktoberfest and Music Festival
September 19-20
Put on your lederhosen and celebrate Oktoberfest with authentic German food, a stein-holding competition, multiple music stages, and Saturday kids’ activities.
Cost: Free admission
Freedom Park, 86 Union Street, Medford, NJ 08055

The Wildwoods Irish Fall Festival
September 19-21
Erin Go Bragh—everyone’s Irish at this fest with dancing, music, food, and craft vendors daily. Other festivities include a golf tournament, Irish dance lessons, a 5K run and 1-mile walk, a pipe exhibition, a food court, and a parade.
Cost: Free
Old New Jersey Ave., North Wildwood, NJ 08260

Saint Nicholas Greek Fest
September 19-21
Go Greek at this festival, where your family can celebrate Greek culture with music, homemade dishes, vendors, and fun for the whole family.
Cost: Free
467 Grandview Ave., Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Roseland Greek Fest
September 19-21
Travel to Greece at this vibrant festival, which features live music, dancing, Greek specialty boutiques, and delicious food in one spot.
Cost: Free
80 Laurel Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068

Wind and Sea Festival
September 20 at 11 AM
Come to celebrate all things water where the whole fam can enjoy coastal activities, including kayaking, fishing, kite flying, crabbing, sandcastle building, seining, shelling, children’s crafts, naturalist activities, and food vendors.
Cost: Free
Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, NJ 07758

Latino Festival of Monmouth County
September 20 at 12 PM
Celebrate Latino culture with dancing, live performances, food, and lots of fun during this cultural festival.
Cost: Free
1 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Festival in the Borough 
September 20 at 10 AM
Get into a full day of fun at the Festival in the Borough. Music, entertainment, vendors, food, and a kids’ area will keep the whole family happy all day long.
Cost: Free
44 E. Washington Ave. (Route 57), Washington, NJ 07882

47th Annual Festival of the Sea
September 20 at 10 AM
Over 250 craft vendors and local restaurants will be at the 47th Annual Festival of the Sea. This festival is the place to be if you are a seafood lover.
Cost: Free
Downtown Point Pleasant Beach, 601 Arnold Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742

Hopewell Harvest Festival
September 20 at 10 AM
It’s the 37th annual fair with contests, entertainment, games, and a Kids Korner. The rain date is October 4.
Cost: Free
35 Princeton Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525

Allaire Fall Harvest Festival
September 20 at 11 AM
Join the villagers in celebrating the harvest and try your hand at apple cider pressing, enter an apple pie baking contest, interact with strolling villagers, see historical demonstrations, play games, and have lots of fall fun.
Cost: Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for ages 3-12
The Historic Village at Allaire, 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Wall Township, NJ 07727

Arts Fest
September 20 at 2 PM
Engage in an artist marketplace, see emerging artists, and watch urban and eclectic performances and interactive exhibits. There will also be wearable art and gifts, culinary arts, art classes, and face painters.
Cost: Free
Irving Street from Central Ave. to Elizabeth Ave., Rahway, NJ 07065

Wildwood Crest Seafarers’ Celebration
September 20 at 9 AM
This huge Bayfront street festival will kick off the new season with live music, craft vendors, food, family entertainment, children’s activities, and more. At dusk, fireworks will go off.
Cost: Free
Centennial Park & Sunset Lake, New Jersey Avenue between Rambler Road & Miami Avenue, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260

Newark Puerto Rican Day Parade and Boricua Music Festival
September 21 at 12 PM
Don’t miss the 64th Puerto Rican Day parade with performances, entertainment, and much more.
Cost: Free
Lower Broadway (Avenida Puerto Rico) via Bloomfield Avenue and run up to 1st Avenue, Newark, NJ 07105

Glen Rock Street Fair and Craft Show
September 21 at 11 AM
Bring your crew to this street festival, where there will be artists, crafters, a live band, vendors, food, and fun.
Cost: Free
Downtown Glen Rock, NJ 07452

Skylands Stadium Jack O’ Lantern Experience
September 26-November 2
See over 6,000 Jack O’Lanterns take over Skylands Stadium for some Halloween fun. Enjoy a 45-minute walk-through experience, featuring a family-friendly fall festival with rides, vendors, and food.
Cost: $19 and up
94 Championship Place, Augusta, NJ 07822

Saint Barbara Greek Festival
September 26-28 
Head to Toms River to taste authentic Greek food and drink, try Greek dancing, and watch entertainment. There will also be outdoor rides for kids. This event is rain or shine.
Cost: $2
2200 Church Road, Toms River, NJ 08753

Hackettstown Oktoberfest
September 26-28
Kick off fall with a town-wide Oktoberfest event featuring kids’ activities, contests, craft vendors, music, drinks, and food. 
Cost: Free
Main St., Valentine St., and Grand Ave., Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Smithville Italian Festival
September 27 at 10 AM
It’s the 12th annual Italian Festival with food, live entertainment, refreshments, wine tasting, vendors, bocce, and a children’s area. The rain date is September 28.
Cost: Free
Historic Smithville, NJ 08205

Diggerfest
Weekends starting September 27-November
Pumpkins are popping up all over Diggerland USA for this season’s annual Diggerfest. Enjoy hayrides, live music, carnival games, pumpkin decorating, fall parades, and more.
Cost: $45.99
100 Pineadge Drive, West Berlin, NJ 08091

Edison’s Fall Family Spectacular
September 27 at 1 PM
Bring the family to this festival, which features kiddie rides, games, face painting, sand art, a pro wrestling ring, a remote-controlled car track, food, crafts, exhibitors, a Wine and Beer Garden, and live music.
Cost: Free
1011 Amboy Ave., Edison, NJ 08817

Shamrocks by the Sea Celtic Festival
September 27 at 10 AM
We’re halfway to St. Paddy’s Day, so it’s time to celebrate. Enjoy live Irish music, traditional Irish craft vendors, Irish fare and beverages, and your chance to win swag/prizes.
Cost: Free
101 J Street, Seaside Park, NJ 08752

Oktoberfest in Cape May
September 27 at 9 AM
Celebrate the famous Bavarian tradition as Cape May transforms into a German promenade with authentic music and food. There will also be a Beer Garden, Food Court, and artisans’ tables selling crafts, antiques, and collectibles. The rain date is September 28.
Cost: Free
Carpenter Lane between Ocean and Perry and Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 08204

Margate Fall Funfest By the Bay
September 27-28
Visit over 125 booths and activities loaded with music, games, back-bay nature tours, live music, and educational exhibits. Check out crafts from over 65 juried artisans, a Cornhole Tournament, a dog show, parades, and more.
Cost: Free
Amherst Avenue from Washington Avenue to Coolidge Avenue, Margate, NJ 08402

Chester Oktoberfest
September 27-28 at 12 PM
Check out this family-friendly celebration featuring live music, authentic German food, entertainers, rides, games, and crafts for kids.
Cost: $7 and free for children under 12
Chubb Park on Route 24, Chester, NJ 07930

Woodbridge Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day
September 28 at 1 PM
Enjoy Irish music, Monmouth County Police and Fire Pipes, Drums, and Irish Craft vendors, and celebrate halfway to St. Pat’s Day. 
Cost: Free
95 Port Reading Avenue, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Harvest Home Festival
September 28 at 11 AM
It’s an old-fashioned fair reminiscent of the 1890s at the Historic Longstreet Farm. Visitors can enjoy games and live entertainment.
Cost: Free
44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733

October Fall Festivals in NJ

Annual Amazing Pumpkin Carve
October 9-12
See amazing carvings and Jack O’Lanterns at this 11th annual event, where local artists will carve pumpkins weighing over 150 pounds. There will also be live music, fire pits with storytellers, face and mini-pumpkin painting, and food trucks. New this year is a beer garden.
Cost: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $8 for kids under 18, and kids in strollers are free.
Woolsey Park, 221 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, NJ 08560

LBI Fly International Kite Fest
October 10-11
Soak up the last of summer fun at this kite festival with colorful artist-designed kites, fun flying giant inflatable kites, and sport kiting all along the beach.
Cost: Free
Long Beach Island, NJ

Lima Bean Festival
October 11 at 9 AM
West Cape May will celebrate the area’s farming heritage with the Annual Lima Bean Festival in the Borough’s Backyard Park. Learn about a vast array of recipes and crafts and purchase products.
Cost: Free
732 Broadway, West Cape May, NJ 08204

Fall Festival
October 11-12
Gather the family and stroll along the picturesque small town of Allentown, where you will find crafters, food trucks, kid zones, street music, and a beer and wine garden for the 21 and over crowd.
Cost: Free
Downtown Allentown, Main Street, Allentown, NJ 08501

Annual Sussex County Harvest, Honey, and Garlic Festival
October 18 at 10 AM
Celebrate the fall harvest at this event, where Garden State Garlic Growers and the Sussex County Beekeepers will have educational displays, materials, and an array of honey and garlic products. There will also be local artisans, crafters, hayrides, pumpkin painting, face painting, and crafts.
Cost: Free
Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ, 07822

New Jersey Oyster Festival
October 18 at 12 PM
Join local oyster purveyors and vote for your favorite bivalve for the People’s Choice Award. The festival will also feature local food trucks, a shucking contest, vendors, and live music.
Cost: $30
2800 High Street, Port Norris, NJ 08349 

Halloween Farmer’s Market
October 18 at 12 PM
This market is such a fun way to get out and about to celebrate the fall season. There will be live music, tarot readings, kids’ activities, Halloween photo ops, and delicious food vendors.
Cost: Free admission
Calgo Gardens, 462 Adelphia Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

Long Branch Fall Festival and Pooch Parade
October 18 at 12 PM
Celebrate this beautiful season in our state with family fun, delicious fall flavors, and all the furry friends you could imagine. Some of the fun includes face painting, trick-or-treating, mini golf, pumpkin carving demonstrations, and the cutest pet parade.
Cost: Free 
Pier Village, 50 Chelsea Ave. Long Branch, NJ 07740

Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
October 18-19 at 9 AM
Bring out the family to peruse a juried craft show, shop from over 150 vendors, taste cranberry foods, and enjoy live music.
Cost: Free
3980 Main Street, Chatsworth, NJ 08019

2025 Fall Festival
October 24-25 
There will be lots of kid-friendly things to do at this event, including giant inflatables, face painting, a petting zoo, a pumpkin patch, a DJ, and more. 
Cost: Free
Joseph E. Roberston Park, 1100 Allaire Road, Spring Lake Heights, NJ 07762

Boo At The Zoo
October 25 at 10 AM
Get those costumes ready—this Halloween celebration will include games, a kids’ costume contest and parade, a pirate ship, craft stations, and a performance by the Cape May Dancers.
Cost: Free
Cape May County Park & Zoo, 707 Route 9 North, Cape May Courthouse, Middle Township, NJ 08210

Fall Market at Horseshoe Lake Park
October 25 at 11 AM
Did someone say vendors, food trucks, music, and fall weather? You will find all of this and more at this event, which will include trick-or-treating, so come dressed in your best costume.
Cost: Free admission
Horseshoe Lake Recreation Complex, 72 Eyland Avenue, Roxbury Township, NJ 07876

Fall Festival
October 26 at 1:30 PM
This festival includes all kinds of family-friendly fun like crafts, a petting zoo, vendors, a garden tour, and more.
Cost: Free
John Patrick Sports Complex, Vine Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701

November Fall Festivals in NJ

Fall Fest
November 1-2 at 11:30 AM
Head down the parkway for a fun festival that the whole family can enjoy together and celebrate the fall season.
Cost: TBA
Willow Creek Winery & Farm, 168 Stevens Street, West Cape May, NJ 08204

Paramus Fall Food Truck Festival 
November 2 
Bring your appetites to this food truck festival, where you will find 21 gourmet trucks, music, mini golf, a rock wall, pony rides, and more.
Cost: $5 per person; kids under 5 are free
Paramus Park Mall, 700 Paramus Park, Paramus, NJ 07652

2025 Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Festival
November 7-9
If you or your family loves jazz music, this event is for you. Enjoy fantastic music from international touring artists at the Festival Main Stage in Cape May Convention Hall and Cape May bars and restaurants.
Cost: Tickets start at $60
Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204

Jersey Makes Fall Arts & Crafts Fair
November 8 at 11 AM
Get bundled up and head to this fair, where you will find hot beverages, delicious treats, and lots of shopping.
Cost: Free
Central Park of Morris County, 91 Central Ave, Morris Plains, NJ 07950

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