20+ Beer Festivals and Events to Look Forward to in September!

September is a time for Fall Beers…and there’s plenty of festivals and events going on this month! From Oktoberfests to Brewery Anniversary Parties, Brews on the Battleship, and so much more…put these events on your calendar!

20+ Beer Festivals and Events to Look Forward to in September:

Hard Cider Festival
Come and enjoy live music, talks on making hard cider, stroll through the orchards, see our antique tractors and for the kids take a hay wagon ride or try our scavenger hunt. BBQ sandwiches, hotdogs, Barnegat Oysters and other snacks will be available for purchase. This event is rain or shine. Ticket purchasers must be at least 21 years of age with ID required for entry.
Date: Saturday, September 1st, 2018 from 1pm to 7pm
Address: Melick’s Town Farm, 19 King St, Oldwick, NJ
Cost: $16, Kids Free

BBQ & Craft Beer Fest @ Monmouth Park Racetrack
Dig in to the juiciest, most tender pulled pork, brisket and ribs the Jersey Shore has to offer and wash it down with an ice-cold beer at the annual BBQ & Craft Beer Festival! This Labor Day weekend join Monmouth Race Track for three days of delicious BBQ and a great selection of brews in their Craft Beer Garden. Kids will love the FREE pony rides, bounce house, face painting, clowns and more! The Craft Beer Garden will feature over 40 craft beers to choose from. 10 – 2 oz samples for ONLY $10
Dates: September 1st – 3rd, 2018
Address: Monmouth Park Racetrack; Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport NJ
Cost: $5, Parking $5, Children 12 and under are always FREE

5th Annual Punk o’ Lantern Release Party
A release party to celebrate the fact that it’s pumpkin beer time!
Date: Sunday, September 2nd, 2018 from 12pm to 5pm
Address: Village Idiot Brewing Company, 42 High St, Mount Holly, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend

Oktoberfest 2018 at the Landing
The Landing’s annual Oktoberfest is on the calendar! A weekend full of German Beers, Food & Music!
Date: Friday, September 7th, 2018; from 12pm to 8pm
Address: The Landing Hillsborough; 311 Amwell Rd, Hillsborough, New Jersey
Cost: Free to attend

Roselle’s Sweet & Savory Beer, Wine & Food Truck Festival
2 exciting events in one day!!!!! 20 mobile cuisine vendors and a exclusive beer and wine garden. FREE Entry To Enjoy Family Fun Including Bounce Houses, Face Painting & Mechanical Bull Rides. Shop the Artisan Pop-Up Marketplace for art,jewelry,clothing, bath, beauty and more. 20 Gourmet Mobile Eateries (available for purchase) Main Stage Entertainment Throughout the Day.
Date: Saturday, September 8th, 2018 from 12pm to 9pm
Address: Chestnut St (between 1st & 3rd Ave), Roselle, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

Eight & Sand Turns Two!
This September, Eight & Sand will be turning the big NUMBER TWO! Limited edition brews, cans, and merch will be available all day.
Date: Saturday, September 8th, 2018 from 12pm to 10pm
Address: Eight & Sand Beer Col 1003 N Evergreen Ave, Woodbury, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

WMGK Brew Blast 2018
Join the 102.9 WMGK air staff for tasty craft brews (50+) & awesome views at the MGK Brew Blast. All tickets include a FREE TOUR of the Battleship New Jersey.
Date: Saturday, September 8th, 2018 from 1pm to 5pm
Address: Battleship NJ, Camden, NJ
Cost: $45 General Admission Tickets, $20 Designated Driver Tickets

Rinn Duin Cornhole Tournament
Grab your friends and join for Rinn Duin’s 2nd brewery Cornhole Tournament!
Date: Sunday, September 9th, 2018 from 12:30pm to 5:30pm
Address: Rinn Duin Brewing; 1540 Route 37 W Unit B-5, Toms River, NJ
Cost: Free to Register & Spectate

Backward Flag Brewing Co. 3rd Anniversary Party
Backward Flag’s 3rd anniversary party!
Date: Saturday, September 15th, 2018 from 12pm to 9pm
Address: Backward Flag Brewing Co. 699 Challenger Way, Forked River, NJ
Cost: Free

Crafts and Drafts at Lone Eagle Brewing Fall Edition
Neighboring the Stangl Factory Farmer’s Market and Arts Gallery is Lone Eagle Brewing. This craft brewery features a 12 tap bar downstairs, a loft with a private bar upstairs, and a garden patio. During the event, try the First Place Winner of the 2017 AC Beer Fest for best IPA, “The Maiden Flight West Coast Style IPA” while catching Sunday football on the big screen.
Date: Sunday, September 16th, 2018 from 12pm to 5pm
Address: 44 Stangl Rd, Flemington, NJ
Cost: Free

Brewery to Brewery Run/ Walk
The run/ walk is 3.7 miles through the heart of the downtown Hackensack, NJ shopping area via Main Street and Hudson Street. You will pass by the county seat and its weathered dome. Witness the revitalization of the downtown shopping area and its multicultural offerings. You will run past the historic Sears building and Lido’s restaurant (home of the finest thin crust pizza ever). Refresh yourself & reflect on your efforts as you enjoy the freshest beer offerings from the brewers at Brix City Brewing Co. Please feel free to hang out and enjoy the day and don’t forget to ham it up for The Brix City Running Club’s in house photographer Ron. There will be a food truck manned by Big Papa Smoke’m along with a beer raffle and fun for all.
Date: Saturday, September 22nd, 2018 from 10am to 4pm
Address: Brix City Brewing; 4 Alsan Way, Little Ferry, New Jersey
Cost: Free

Bulldog Brewfest 2018
Join Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company for their second annual “Bulldog Brewfest”! Enjoy live music and craft breweries all day.
Date: Saturday, September 22nd, 2018 from 1pm to 7pm
Address: Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1, 344 Nautilus Dr, Manahawkin, NJ
Cost: $30($25 in advance) and includes a souvenir cup and access to all the breweries. DD $15

Savor September Food, Wine and Beer Festival
The 7th annual Stone Harbor Savor September Food, Wine and Beer Festival will showcase the best food, wine & beers. Enjoy tasting tents, a grape stomping competition, live & local music, talented art vendors and much more fun for the whole family.
Date: Saturday, September 22nd, 2018 from 12pm to 9pm
Address: 9508 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, NJ
Cost: Free

2nd Annual Beer Fest & Rib Cook Off
The Manasquan First Aid Squad is hosting the 2nd Annual Beer Tasting and Rib Cook Off on Saturday, September 22! This event will be to support the First Aid Squad, that provides emergency medical services to the towns of Manasquan and Sea Girt. Taste local beers and yummy ribs, while supporting our organization.
Date: Saturday, September 22nd, 2018 from 2pm – 6pm
Address: Manasquan First Aid Squad, Inc; 65 Broad St, Manasquan, NJ
Cost: $30

Clinton’s 3rd Annual Craft Beer Festival
Clinton Volunteer Fire Department 3rd Annual Craft Beer Festival – now including Wines & Spirits. Live music by Mike Viscel “One Man Party Band”.
Date: Saturday, September 22nd, 2018 from 4pm – 8pm
Address: Clinton Fire Department, 1 New St, Clinton, NJ
Cost: $55 VIP, $45 GA, $10 Non-Drinker

West Windsor Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
Food Trucks
Beer & Wine Tent
Kids Activities
Live Music
Craft Vendors
Alien Parade for people AND pets celebrating the 80th anniversary of “War of the Worlds”
Date: Sunday, September 23rd, 2018; 11am to 5pm
Address: 877 Alexander Rd, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free

5th Annual Uncorked & Uncapped: Wine, Beer, and Food Fest
The Arc of Essex County will host the 5th Annual Uncorked and Uncapped: Wine, Beer, and Food Fest on September 27th at the Wilshire Grand Hotel in West Orange, NJ. All proceeds will benefit The Arc’s programs and services that support individuals with Down syndrome, Autism, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. Attendees will enjoy a wide selection of fine wines, craft beers, spirit tastings, restaurant samplings, an awards program, and a silent auction while supporting The Arc of Essex County. Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased through the event website, www.uncorkedanduncapped.com. The Arc of Essex County is the largest service provider to individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Essex County, New Jersey. The Arc is committed to fostering achievement through programs, services, and supports that ignite a positive, fulfilling, and rewarding quality of life.
Date: Thursday, September 27, 2018 ; 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Address: The Wilshire Grand Hotel – 350 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ
Cost: $100

Hackettstown Oktoberfest 2018
Hackettstown is ready to celebrate their 3rd annual Hackettstown Oktoberfest!Czig Meister Brewing Company, Homebrew University Main Street, Man Skirt Brewing and Bea McNallys Irish Pub and Eatery will host activities, contests, craft vendors, music, drinks and food at their Platz through regular operating hours. This Oktoberfest is a family friendly event; there’s a kids’ costume contest category and other non-alcohol related activities.
Dates: September 28th – 30th, 2018
Address: 144 Main St, Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend

Glassboro Craft Beer Festival
6th Annual Glassboro Craft Beer Festival featuring local craft beer in downtown Glassboro.
Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018; 12 PM – 5 PM
Address: Rowan Blvd, Glassboro, NJ
Cost: $5 to $40

Yogi Berra Stadium Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest
Tap into the fun at the annual Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival presented by the New Jersey Jackals. Join in for an all day party of fun for the whole family. The Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest will feature over 20 food trucks with a variety of delicious fare and a beer garden with over 50 different craft beers!
Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018; 12 PM – 5 PM
Address: 8 Yogi Berra Drive, Little Falls, NJ
Cost: $5

RU Brewfest
Rutgers will host RU Brewfest in the Block R Party prior to the Indiana matchup as fans can purchase access to a beer festival as well as a ticket to the game for $50. Capacity for the beer festival is limited and fans are encouraged to purchase their tickets early. A limited quantity will be reserved for season ticket holders to purchase. RU Brewfest will feature Oktoberfest and numerous seasonal craft beers, in addition to Bavarian snacks. The event will also feature live music outside the Block R Party, a great location to view the Scarlet Walk.
Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018
Address: 1 Scarlet Knight Way, Piscataway, NJ
Cost: $50

Long Valley Brew Pub’s Oktoberfest
Featuring Live Music by Mama’s Stew, German Food, LV Brew Pub’s Craft Beers, Face Painting, and Pumpkin Painting!
Date: Sunday, September 30th, 2018 from 12pm to 6pm (Rain Date October 7th)
Address: Long Valley Brew Pub at Restaurant Village, 1 Fairmount Rd, Long Valley, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend, Ticket Vouchers $1 each