Top Ten New Jersey Events for Sept 23rd – 25th, 2016
Here are my Top Ten New Jersey Events for September 23rd– 25th, 2016. Links and additional information for events are in the Titles. Events are listed in date order.
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Top Ten New Jersey Events for September 23rd – 25th, 2016:
September 22nd – 25th – Golden Door International Film Festival (Jersey City, Hudson County)
Jersey City plays host to ‘Golden Door’, a film festival that is open to all who purchase tickets to any of the various events and screenings or an ALL ACCESS PASS. Enjoy a weekend of indie films, parties and industry seminars. If you are in the industry, this is your opportunity to network and meet distributors. If you are a filmgoer you will have the chance to catch great films before they are released to the public and to meet the actors and filmmakers behind them.
Dates: September 22nd -25th, 2016
Address: 54 Journal Square Plz, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: For a full schedule and ticket info, see website
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September 24th –Garden State Brewfest (Whippany, Morris County)
The Garden State BrewFest returns for its fifth year Saturday, September 24, 2016. This year’s festival returns to the beautiful grounds of Anchor Golf Center on Route 10 in Whippany, NJ (Morris County,) just a short ride from Morristown. The fun-filled craft beer festival benefits the dedicated, volunteer-based Whippany Fire Company and the relocation to their new firehouse. #GSBF2016 will feature over 150 brews carefully selected from the best in local and national brewers as well as an Oktoberfest experience. Live music, food trucks, local vendors and fun activities will be on site. The event begins an hour earlier this year, at 1:00pm and goes till 5:00pm. The VIP Experience includes early admission at 12:00pm to enjoy delicious food and beer pairings and a meet & greet with local brewers. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more info and tickets, please visit http://gardenstatebrewfest.com.
Date: Saturday, September 24th, 2016; 1 to 5pm
Address: 21 Route 10, Whippany, NJ
Cost: $25 – $125
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September 24th & 25th – Indian Summer/Asbury Park Fall Bazaar (Asbury Park, Monmouth County)
Indian Summer returns on September 24th, 2016 for it’s biggest year yet. Featuring headlining act The Dean Ween Group and tons of great acts on three stages. Presented in conjunction with the Asbury Park Bazaar, Indian Summer is proud to showcase the best in local music and vendors, presenting an experience you won’t find any where else.
Dates: September 24th & 25th, 2016
Address: 1300 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, New Jersey 07712
Cost: $19 for concert, Asbury Park Bazaar is Free
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September 24th & 25th – South Jersey Wine & Food Festival (Mays Landing, Atlantic County)
Mays Landing’s Annual Wine & Food Festival, presented by the Mays Landing Merchants Association.
Dates: September 24th & 25th, 2016; 12pm to 6pm
Address: Lake Lenape Park East; 753 Park Road, Mays Landing, NJ
Cost: $15+. Tickets Here
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September 24th & 25th – Mountain Creek’s Oktoberfest (Vernon, Sussex County)
Get your lederhosen out for the #1 Oktoberfest in the Northeast on September 24th and 25th! Feast on delicious foods paired with authentic german beer. Kick up your heels to 18-time Grammy Award-Winner Jimmy Sturr & his orchestra plus a variety of special guests.
Dates: Saturday, September 24th & 25th, 2016; 11am to 6pm
Address: 200 State Rt 94, Vernon, NJ
Cost: $7
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September 24th & 25th – Heritage Wine Festival (Mullica Hill, Gloucester County)
Enjoy wine tastings from New Jersey wineries. Gourmet food truck fare for purchase. Premium craft vending. All-day music and so much more!
Dates: September 24th & 25th, 2016; 1pm to 5pm (VIP at 12pm)
Address: 480 Mullica Hill Road, Mullica Hill, NJ
Cost: $25 to $75, $5 DD
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September 25th – Red Bank Guinness Oyster Festival( Red Bank, Monmouth County)
This street festival anticipates a great time had by one and all and is fashioned after the 62 year old Galway Oyster Festival which celebrates the opening of the Oyster season. This event is scheduled for Sunday, September 25th, 12-7 PM (Rain Date 10/2/2016) in Downtown Red Bank in the White Street Parking Lot (behind The Dublin House), with entrances on White Street and Monmouth Street.
It will be a huge food and music festival which will showcase Red Bank’s excellent restaurants as well as entertain thousands with continuous live music on two stages!It’s also family friendly with activities for the kids, plus unique vendors!
Date: Sunday, September 25th, 2016; Noon to 7pm, Rain Date Oct 2nd
Address: White Street Parking Lot, Red Bank, NJ
Cost: Admission is $5.00 for anyone over age 10.
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September 25th – Festifall in Westfield (Westfield, Union County)
FestiFall will turn Downtown Westfield into a marketplace of more than 300 vendors, crafters, artists and delicious festival foods. Come enjoy the non-stop music, children’s rides and activities. It’s a fun day for the whole family. Admission is FREE!
Date: Sunday, September 25th, 2016; 10am to 5pm
Address: Elm, Quimby & Broad Streets–Downtown Westfield, Westfield, NJ 07090
Cost: Free
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September 25th – Arts in the Park (Highland Park, Middlesex County)
Join Main Street Highland Park for the 12th annual Arts in the Park street festival, juried art show, and arts and crafts sale in downtown Highland Park, New Jersey.
The festival draws thousands of art enthusiasts and visitors from around the region to stroll through downtown Highland Park and enjoy artistic offerings, live music and other entertainment, food from local restaurants, children’s activities, promotional booths, and much more.
Artists, crafters, performers, and vendors are invited to participate. Participants in the juried art show display and sell their work under tents along Raritan Avenue.
Date: Sunday, September 25th, 2016; 11:30am to 4:30pm
Address: Main Street, Highland Park, NJ
Cost: Free
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September 25th – Hoboken Fall Arts & Music Festival (Hoboken, Hudson County)
Over 300 artists, crafters, photographers, food vendors and local businesses will participate. 3 stages of live music, featuring performances by legendary musician Leon Russell, The Amazing Incredibles, Preschool of Rock, Frankie Morales & the Mambo of the Times Orchestra and much more. Special section for children’s activities on 3rd St. with rides, games, face painting, sand art, craft activities and more. – See more at: http://www.visitnj.org/nj-events/hoboken-fall-arts-music-festival#sthash.oYegBHdv.dpuf
Date:Sunday, September 25th, 2016; 11am to 6pm
Address:Washington St. bet. Observer Highway & 7th St, Hoboken, NJ
Cost:Free
Additional Awesome New Jersey Events:
September 21st – 25th – Oktoberfest 2016 at Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern (Ho-Ho-Kus, Bergen County)
September 22nd – 24th – Annual Conference of the New Netherland Institute (New Brunswick, Middlesex County)
September 23rd – Third Annual Seton Village Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival (South Orange, Essex County)
September 23rd & 24th – 3rd Annual Oktoberfest at the Red Hen (Swedesboro, Gloucester County)
September 24th – Edison Fall Family Spectacular Street Fair and Festival (Edison, Middlesex County)
September 24th – Woofstock Festival (Voorhees, Camden County)
September 24th – Glassboro Craft Beer Festival (Glassboro, Gloucester County)
September 24th – Evesham Harvest Fest 2016 (Marlton, Burlington County)
September 24th – Pig and Prince Oktoberfest (Montclair, Essex County)
September 24th – Stone Harbor Savor September Food, Wine and Beer Festival (Stone Harbor, Cape May County)
September 24th – Walk FUR Clean Water at Sandy Paws (Asbury Park, Monmouth County)
September 24th – Skyland Stadium’s Fall Food Truck Frenzy (Augusta, Sussex County)
September 24th- Foodshed Alliance Wine, Beer, and Spirits Festival (Milford, Hunterdon County)
September 24th – Smithville Italian Festival (Smithville, Atlantic County)
September 24th – Welcome Fall Festival (Union, Union County)
September 24th – Woodstown Fall Festival (Woodstown, Salem County)
September 24th – East Brunswick Day (East Brunswick, Middlesex County)
September 24th – Mainbrook Tavern’s 1st Annual Pig Roast (Englishtown, Monmouth County)
September 24th & 25th – Annual Greenwich Artisans’ Faire and Marketplace (Greenwich, Cumberland County)
September 24th, & 25th- Bellview Winery’s Harvest Festival (Landisville, Atlantic County)
September 24th & 25th – Laurita Back to School Food Truck Festival (New Egypt, Ocean County)
September 24th & 25th – The Chester Lions Club’s Oktoberfest and Antique Car Show (Chester, Morris County)
September 24th & 25th – Downtown Somerville’s Oktoberfest (Somerville, Somerset County)
September 24th & 25th – Four Sister’s Winery’s Apple, Wine and Music Festival (Belvidere, Warren County)
September 25th – 6th Annual Union Township Mayor’s Day 5K Run/Walk (Union Township, Union County)
September 25th – The 3rd Annual BBQ Showdown (South Amboy, Middlesex County)
September 25th – Grand Harvest Wine and Music Festival (Allamuchy, Warren County)
