Whether your favorite fall moment is hopping on a hayride, getting lost in a corn maze, or simply finding the perfect pumpkin for the front door, some of the best autumn memories are made at one of the fall festivals in NJ. And with so many fall festivals rounding out the season, you’ll surely find one (or a few) that your family will love. Press fresh apple cider, play games, and taste homemade apple pies 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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Von Thun Farms
Every weekend is a Fall Festival Weekend at Von Thun Farms. Visit Saturdays or Sundays from September 19th through November 8th and enjoy everything you love about fall: apple picking (while supplies last), pumpkin picking, hayrides, fresh cider donuts, and more! Von Thun Farms offers a one-price admission that includes access to more than 25 all-ages activities and games that the whole family is sure to enjoy. PLUS, all admission levels include access to their pup-inspired interactive corn maze! The farm has at least one food truck on site each weekend, along with plenty of delicious fall favorites at the Snack Shack. Can’t visit on a weekend? Don’t worry! The apple orchard, pumpkin patch, corn maze, and Activity Area are open on weekday afternoons, too. Before you head home, don’t forget to stop by the Farm Market to stock up on seasonal ciders, baked goods, local pies, and farm-fresh vegetables. Make Von Thun Farms part of your family’s fall tradition this year.
438 Route 57 West, Washington, NJ 07882

DiDonato’s Family Fun Center – September 26-October 25, 2026
Check out the beautiful fall foliage as you hop aboard the “All A Boo” train that’s perfect for the littles in the fam. The train will take you through Halloween Town, including tricks, treats, and surprises (costumes are encouraged). After the ride, get lost in the Halloween corn maze, trick-or-treat spots, a pumpkin patch, a giant slide, and more.
1151 South White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037

Fall Festivals in NJ 2026

September Festivals

Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm Fall Extravaganza
Saturdays and Sundays from September to October 
Enjoy a jam-packed day full of family fun 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 hopping on a hayride tour of the 325-acre farm.
Cost: $8.00-$16.00 + fees
2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ 08041

Lentini Farms Fall Festival
Weekends starting in September 
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. They will be hosting two fireworks shows at dusk.
Cost: Prices vary
Route 94 South, 251 High Street, Newton, NJ 07860

Happy Day Farm Fall Festival
September-November, select days 
Weekends are full of autumnal fun at Happy Day with activities like an animal zoo, U.S. Army’s 250th Anniversary-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 Pumpkinville House for photo ops. 
Cost: $27 per person; weekend tickets must be purchased online. 
106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan, NJ 07726

VonThun Farms Fall Festival
Weekends starting in September 
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

Holland Ridge Sunflowers Fall Festival
Starting September 10
Come for sunnies, 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

Wildwoods Food and Music Festival
September 12 at 2 PM
Formerly known as the Wildwoods Seafood and Music Festival, this festival has it all, 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

Smithville Artwalk
September 12 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 Road, Absecon, NJ 08205

Terhune Orchards Fall Family Fun Weekends 
Weekends September 12-13 through October 31-November 1
Get all the fall feels at Terhune with their adventure barn, live music, pony rides, pumpkin picking, duck races, and pick-your-own veggies and flowers. New this year are an expanded corn maze and the Hay Bale Pyramid. 
Cost: A variety of packages are available
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540

Great Pumpkin Festival
September 12-November 8
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 will be “Celebrating America 250 Years” themed.
Cost: $14.99-$21.99 online & $19.99-$21.99 at the door
451 State Route 94, Vernon, NJ 07462

Halsey Festival
September 17 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

Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure
Select nights starting September 18
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 Boulevard, Jackson, NJ 08527

Boots at the Beach
September 18-19
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 Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ 08260

Medford Oktoberfest and Music Festival
September 18-19
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

Saint Nicholas Greek Fest
September 18-20
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 Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Roseland Greek Fest
September 18-20
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

Atlantic City Latino Festival
September 19 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 Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

St. Anianus Coptic Orthodox Church 5th Annual Community Fair
September 19 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 26.
Cost: Free
143 North Bergen Mills Road, Monroe, NJ 08831

Manasquan Bank Presents 13th Annual Community Day 2026
September 19 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, serving hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken, and more.
Cost: Free
Squan Plaza in downtown Manasquan, NJ 08736

Wind and Sea Festival
September 19 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

48th Annual Festival of the Sea
September 19 at 10 AM
Over 250 craft vendors and local restaurants will be at the 48th 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 Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742

Hopewell Harvest Festival
September 19 at 10 AM
It’s the 37th annual fair with contests, entertainment, games, and a Kids Korner. The rain date is October 3.
Cost: Free
35 Princeton Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525

Arts Fest
September 19 at 2 PM
Engage with an artist marketplace, discover emerging artists, and watch urban, 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 Avenue to Elizabeth Avenue Rahway, NJ 07065

Smithville Italian Festival
September 19 at 10 AM
Mangia! Gather your crew for the 12th annual Italian Festival with food, live entertainment, refreshments, wine tasting, vendors, bocce, and a children’s area. 
Cost: Free
Historic Smithville, NJ 08205

Allaire Fall Harvest Festival
September 19-20 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 $12 for adults and $6 for ages 3-12
The Historic Village at Allaire, 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Wall Township, NJ 07727

Sussex County Day 
September 20 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

Newark Puerto Rican Day Parade and Boricua Music Festival
September 20 at 12 PM
Don’t miss the 65th 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

Saint Barbara Greek Festival
September 22-27 
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
September 25-27
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

Festival in the Borough
September 26 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 Avenue (Route 57), Washington, NJ 07882

Wildwood Crest Seafarers’ Celebration
September 26 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

Shamrocks by the Sea Celtic Festival
September 26 at 11 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 26 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 27.
Cost: Free
Carpenter Lane between Ocean and Perry and Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 08204

Diggerfest
Weekends starting September 26-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

Hackettstown Oktoberfest
September 26-27
Kick off fall with a town-wide Oktoberfest event featuring kids’ activities, contests, craft vendors, music, drinks, and food. 
Cost: Free
Main St., Valentine Street, and Grand Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Margate Fall Funfest By the Bay
September 26-27
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 26-27 at 12 PM
Check out this family-friendly celebration featuring live music, authentic German food, entertainers, rides, games, and crafts for kids.
Cost: $7; free for children under 12
Chubb Park on Route 24, Chester, NJ 07930

Fannywood Day
September 27 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

Harvest Home Festival
September 27 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

Skylands Stadium Jack O’Lantern Experience
Late September-November 
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

October Festivals

Annual Amazing Pumpkin Carve 
October 8-11
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, food trucks, and a beer garden.
Cost: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $8 for kids under 18, and kids in strollers are free.
Needle Creek Brewery, 91 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, NJ 08534

LBI Fly International Kite Fest
October 9-10
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 10 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 10-11
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

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

Edison’s Fall Family Spectacular
October 17 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 Avenue, Edison, NJ 08817

Annual Sussex County Harvest, Honey, and Garlic Festival
October 17 at 10 AM
Celebrate the fall harvest at this event, where Garden State Garlic Growers and the Sussex County Beekeepers will host educational displays and materials, along with 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 17 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 Book Fair & Market
October 17 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 17 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 17-18 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

Fall Festival
October 18 at 1:30 PM
This festival includes all kinds of family-friendly fun, such as crafts, a petting zoo, vendors, a garden tour, and more.
Cost: Free
John Patrick Sports Complex, Vine Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Boo At The Zoo
October 24 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 24 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

Paramus Halloween Trick or Treat Festival 
October 25
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

November Festivals

Jersey Makes Fall Arts & Crafts Fair
November 7 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 Avenue, Morris Plains, NJ 07950

Fleming’s Pumpkin Run
November 7 at 8 AM
Bring the entire family and enjoy a day of vehicle races, including a tractor pull. The vehicles will range from antiques and classics to motorcycles and tractors.
Cost: Free
353 Zion Road, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234

2026 Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Festival
November 23-25
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

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