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  • Patcong Valley Model Railroad Open House

    Patcong Valley Model Railroad Open House **Saturday, September 12 • 10 AM–3 PM** **Richland, NJ** Step into a world where miniature trains, towns, and landscapes come alive. The Patcong Valley Model Railroad invites you to our upcoming Open House, a family‑friendly event showcasing our detailed HO‑scale layout, realistic operations, and the craftsmanship that brings the railroad to life. Visitors can watch freight and passenger trains run through mountains, towns, and countryside scenes, meet club members, and learn how the layout is built and operated. Whether you’re a lifelong railfan, a modeler, or just looking for a fun local outing, there’s something…

    Free

  • German-American Oktoberfest 2026

    German-American Oktoberfest 2026

    Raise a stein at this traditional Oktoberfest, which features live entertainment from German-style bands, authentic foods, and lots of German delights. The entertainment lineup includes the Bitterlich and Yob, Aqua String Band, and The Austrian Boys. 215 Uncle Pete’s Road, Trenton, NJ 08691

  • Saint Barbara Greek Festival

    Saint Barbara Greek Festival

    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

  • The Wildwoods Irish Fall Festival

    The Wildwoods Irish Fall Festival

    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 Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ 08260

  • Fiesta en la Placita

    Spiotta Park 20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange Village, New Jersey

    Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Fiesta en La Placita on Friday, September 25 at 7PM in Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza South Orange, NJ)! Join South Orange Downtown and South Orange Village for a FREE, family-friendly evening filled with music, dancing, great food and plenty of fun in the heart of downtown. Grab tacos available for purchase from Jus’ Tacos, hit the dance floor for a free salsa lesson with Christina Piedra at 8PM, and keep the party going with DJ Easy Z spinning all evening. Fiesta en La Placita is part of Downtown on Display, bringing special events and experiences…

    Free

  • Pumpkin Train

    Pumpkin Train
    Black River & Western Railroad 80 Stangl Rd, Flemington, NJ, United States

    **PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR INDIVIDUAL BOOKING DATES AND TIMES** Celebrate Fall with Black River & Western and Everitt Farms at Pumpkin Junction! Put on your boots, board the train…

  • Somerset Hills Community Festival: Celebrating 30 Years of the Somerset Hills Education Foundation

    Somerset Hills Community Festival: Celebrating 30 Years of the Somerset Hills Education Foundation
    141 Seney Drive, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 141 Seney Drive, Bernardsville, NJ, United States

    Join the Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF) for SHEF30, a community celebration marking 30 years of enriching education in the Somerset Hills School District. Bring your family and friends for…

    $8 – $35

  • 2026 Run/Walk/Roll for Brain Injury Awareness (Paramus)

    Saddle River County Park (Dunkerhook Pavillion) Dunkerhook Rd, Paramus, NJ, United States

    The Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey (BIANJ) will hold its 24th Annual 5K/Walk/Roll for Brain Injury Awareness on Saturday, September 26 at Saddle River County Park. The annual event…

  • Day of Play – Children’s Museum of Central Jersey (CMOCJ)

    ross street school Ross Street School #11, 110 Ross St, Woodbridge, NJ, United States

    Join the Children’s Museum of Central Jersey (CMOCJ) for our 3rd Day of Play where kids and their families enjoy a day of exploring, creating, and playing together! Enjoy many…

    Free

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