Fall Festivals In NJ: 70+ Celebrations For Family Fun

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. Dig into fall fun with construction equipment, fall activities, and delicious food at Diggerfest in West Berlin, indulge in everything autumn, including an apple pie eating contest at the Allaire Fall Harvest Festival in Wall Township, or see over 6,000 carved pumpkins at the Jack O’ Lantern Experience at Skylands Stadium in Augusta. Don’t miss Oktoberfest events in NJ this fall, too. (featured photo credit: istock/benedek)

Please note: It’s always best to check ahead for in-person events.

Fall Festivals in NJ 2024

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Lentini Farms Fall Festival
Weekends starting September 13 through October 27 
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 27th). They will be hosting two fireworks shows, opening weekend, Saturday, September 14th and Columbus Day weekend, Friday, October 11th 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 7-October 27
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

Donaldson Farms Fall Harvest Weekends
September 7-October 31, and October 14
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

St. Anianus Coptic Orthodox Church 3rd Annual Community Fair
September 7 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 14.
Cost: Free
143 North Bergen Mills Road, Monroe, NJ 08831

Wildwoods Food and Music Festival
September 7 at 11 AM
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 8 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

Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure
Select nights starting September 13
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 13
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 13-14
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

Happy Day Farm Fall Festival
September 14-November 3
Weekends are full of autumnal fun at Happy Day with activities like an animal zoo, Snoopy 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 14
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

Jersey City Latin Jazz Festival
September 14 at 1 PM
This one-day celebration is the perfect way to spend the day outside with the family. There will be live music, classic Latin Jazz, Salsa dancing, and food.
Cost: Free
Exchange Place, 10 Exchange Place, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Wind and Sea Festival
September 14 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

Terhune Orchards Fall Family Fun Weekends
September 14-15 through November 2-3
Get all the fall feels at Terhune with their adventure barn, live music, pony rides, pumpkin picking, duck races, and pick-your-own opportunities.
Cost: A variety of packages are available
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540

Sussex County Day
September 15 at 12 PM
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

Newark Puerto Rican Day Parade and Boricua Music Festival
September 15 at 12 PM
Don’t miss the 63rd 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

Fanny Wood Day
September 15 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

Halsey Festival
September 19 at 4 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 20-21
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 20-22
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 20-22
Go Greek at this festival, where your family can celebrate Greek culture with Greek music, homemade dishes, vendors, and fun for the whole family.
Cost: Free
467 Grandview Ave., Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Skylands Stadium Jack O’ Lantern Experience
September 20-November 3
See over 6,000 Jack O’Lanterns take over Skylands Stadium for some Halloween fun. Enjoy a 45-minute walk-through experience mixed with a family-friendly fall festival with rides, vendors, and food.
Cost: $19 and up
94 Championship Place, Augusta, NJ 07822

Latino Festival of Monmouth County
September 21
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 21
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

46th Annual Festival of the Sea
September 21 at 10 AM
Over 250 craft vendors and local restaurants will be at the 44th 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 21 at 10 AM
It’s the 36th annual fair with contests, entertainment, games, and a Kids Korner. The rain date is September 28.
Cost: Free
35 Princeton Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525

Allaire Fall Harvest Festival
September 21 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 21 at 2 PM
Engage in an artist marketplace, see emerging artists, and watch urban and eclectic performances and interactive art. 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 21 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

Smithville Italian Festival
September 21 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 22.
Cost: Free
Historic Smithville, NJ 08205

Glen Rock Street Fair and Craft Show
September 22 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

Nutley Fall Fest In The Park
September 24 at 11 AM
The Nutley Fall Fest will feature vendors, food trucks, activities, and events for the entire family. Kids can get their faces painted and dance to DJ MC’s tunes. The rain date for this event is October 1.
Cost: Free
Memorial Park I (the Mud Hole) is located at the corner of Vreeland Ave and Passaic Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110

Harvest Home Festival
September 24 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

Roseland Greek Fest
September 27-29
Travel to Greece at this vibrant festival, which features live music, dancing, Greek specialty boutiques, and delicious Greek food in one spot.
Cost: Free
80 Laurel Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068

Saint Barbara Greek Festival
September 27-29 
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

West Milford Autumn Lights Fest
September 27-29
This is one of North Jersey’s largest street fairs, with over 300 vendors, live music, children’s activities, games, and rides. Don’t miss the nightly light displays and authentic Biergarten.
Cost: Free
1490 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480

Diggerfest
Weekends starting September 28-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

Community Day: Fiesta Latina
September 28 at 12 PM
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive outdoor celebration at the Newark Museum of Art. There will be live music, vendors, dance, and activities celebrating the culture and traditions of many Latin American and Caribbean countries. In case of rain, the event will move indoors.
Cost: Free; registration is required.
The Newark Museum of Art, 49 Washington St., Newark, NJ 07102

Edison’s Fall Family Spectacular
September 28 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 28 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 28 at 9 AM
Celebrate the famous Bavarian tradition as Cape May is transformed 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 29.
Cost: Free
Carpenter Lane between Ocean and Perry and Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 08204

Margate Fall Funfest By the Bay
September 28-29
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 28-29 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

Hackettstown Oktoberfest
September 28-29
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

Woodbridge Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day
September 29 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

Hoboken Fall Arts and Music Festival
September 29 at 11 AM
Over 300 artists, crafters, makers, local businesses, and food vendors will gather on two performance stages for live entertainment from local musicians. The rain date is October 6.
Cost: Free
Washington Street between Observer Highway and 7th Ave., Hoboken, NJ 07030

October Fall Festivals in NJ

Annual Amazing Pumpkin Carve
October 9-13
See amazing carvings and Jack O’Lanterns at this 8th annual event, where 35 pumpkins weighing 125 pounds and up will be carved by local artists.
Cost: $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 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 11-12
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

South Jersey Pumpkin Show Fall Festival
October 11-13
This pumpkin show includes artists and artisans, rides, live entertainment, ponies and hayrides, a pumpkin pageant, and a Fall Home and Garden Show.
Cost: $20 per carload
Salem County Fairground, 760 Harding Hwy, Woodstown, NJ 08098

Lima Bean Festival
October 12 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 and Riverfront Car Show
October 12 at 1 PM
This October, head to the park in Gloucester City for an art show, car show, live music, and beer garden all in one place.
Cost: Free
Proprietors Park, 225 S. King Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030

Annual Sussex County Harvest, Honey, and Garlic Festival
October 19 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

Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
October 19-20
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

New Jersey Botanical Garden Harvest Fest
October 22 at 10 AM
Hayrides and pumpkin painting are just part of the fun during this NJ fall festival. Enjoy games, face painting, applesauce making, booths, exhibits, free activities, food, all-day music and dancing, an autumn Plant Sale, free garden tours, and many photo ops.
Cost: Free Admission
Morris Road, Ringwood, NJ 07456

2024 Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Festival
October 25-27
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

New Jersey Oyster Festival
October 26 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 

Boo At The Zoo
October 26 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, Middle Township, NJ 08210

27th Garfield Fall Family Street Fest
October 27 at 10 AM
It’s a giant block party with shopping, craft vendors, live entertainment, kiddie rides, games, food, and more. The “Kidz Traveling Shindig” will also have kiddie bounce rides, slides and interactive blow-ups, face painters, sand art, and games.
Cost: Free
500 Midland Avenue, Garfield, NJ 07026

NJ Angels Fall Festival
October 27 at 3 PM
Bring the whole family to join in children’s games, a trick-or-treat costume parade, a carved pumpkin contest, and a gift basket raffle pull.
Cost: Event admissions, Children’s activities, and pumpkin contests are free. Food, beverage, and gift basket raffles are charged separately.
Calgo Gardens, 462 Adelphia Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

November Fall Festivals in NJ

Fall Festival
November 3 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

Paramus Fall Food Truck Festival
November 3 at 12 PM
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

Jersey Makes Fall Arts & Crafts Fair
November 9 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, 1 Governor Chris Christie Drive, Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07950

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