New Jersey Food Festivals and Events
New Jersey is a food lover’s paradise, offering culinary experiences throughout the year. New Jersey Foodie Events include food festivals, street fairs, and more; the Garden State is a haven for foodies seeking delicious adventures. Whether you’re craving fresh seafood along the shore, farm-to-table fare in the countryside, or ethnic cuisine in vibrant cities, New Jersey’s food scene has something for every palate.
Be sure to click on the title of the events for direct links to information. New Jersey Food Truck & Foodie Events are listed in date order.
2026 New Jersey Food Festivals and Events:
Featured!
Hot Air Balloons, Fun & Games Festival
September 19 & 20, 1 pm – 8:30 pm
This fun family event features food trucks, vendors, entertainment, and hot air balloon tethered rides, balloon launch, and more!
Warren County Community College, 475 Route 57 West, Washington NJ
Cost: $10 adult, $4 kids
Bergen Wine and Food Experience
September 24, 6 pm – 9 pm
Enjoy cuisine from dozens of local restaurants and caterers, from appetizers to desserts. Sample fine wines, premium spirits, craft beers, specialty cocktails, hard seltzers and more. Guests will also receive a commemorative event cup and swag bag.
Edgewood Country Club, Englewood, NJ
Cost: $75 – $85
Hillsborough Restaurant Week
September 24 – October 4
Hillsborough Restaurant Week is a culinary event celebrating the diverse dining scene in Hillsborough, New Jersey. During this week-long event, local restaurants offer special menus, discounts, and promotions to showcase their best dishes. It’s a great opportunity for food lovers to explore new dining spots and enjoy unique offerings from a variety of eateries. Whether you’re a fan of fine dining or casual bites, Hillsborough Restaurant Week provides a chance to experience the local food scene and support the community.
Hillsborough, NJ
Irish Fall Festival
September 25 – 27
For over three decades, the Irish Fall Festival Wildwood 2026 has transformed North Wildwood into an Irish village by the sea. This year marks the 34th annual celebration, and organizers expect over 100,000 visitors across the three-day weekend of music, dancing, food, and the famous Sunday parade.
Olde New Jersey Avenue , North Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival
September 25 – 27
This event features authentic Greek food and pastries, Greek dances, live music, rides and games with an entertainment tent, an outdoor Greek Food Court with a beer truck, and a full bar.
2200 Church Road, Toms River, NJ
Cost: Free
Wildwood Crest Seafarers Celebration
September 26, 9 am – 5 pm
Celebrate maritime heritage at the Wildwood Crest Seafarers Celebration! Enjoy live music, delicious seafood, craft vendors, and family-friendly activities. Experience the vibrant culture and community spirit of Wildwood Crest, NJ.
Sunset Lake along New Jersey Avenue from Rambler Road to Miami Avenue, Wildwood Crest, NJ
Cost: Free
Hopewell Harvest Fair
September 26, 9:45 am – 4 pm
Celebrate the harvest season at the Hopewell Harvest Fair! Enjoy a variety of local vendors, crafts, food trucks, and engaging activities for all ages. The event features live entertainment and a festive atmosphere, making it a perfect day out for the whole family.
Hopewell Elementary School, Hopewell, NJ
Cost: Free
Festival in the Borough
September 26, 10 am – 10 pm
This free-to-attend festival features an array of musical entertainment, artisans, crafters, exhibitors, food vendors and plenty of surprises. The festival includes three stage areas, a family fun area, a farmers market, and activities throughout the downtown business district. Free parking!
21 Belvidere Ave, Washington, NJ
Cost: Free
Raritan Borough Food Truck and Music Festival
September 26, 11 am – 7 pm
It’s a fun-filled family day & it supports a great cause! 18 Gourmet Food Trucks, Live Music, beer, margarita & sangria garden, vendors, kids’ activities featuring pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, sand art, inflatables, bungee trampoline, rock wall, mini golf, knockerball, 50/50, and more. Bring your friends, family, appetites, chairs & blankets. A Benefit for Relief Hose Company No 2
Washington School Park, 600 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ
Cost: $5 admission; kids under 5 Free
Tewksbury Harvest Festival
September 26, 12 pm – 5 pm. Rain Date: October 4
The 28th Annual Tewksbury Harvest Festival, a primary fundraiser for the Tewksbury First Aid & Rescue Squad, will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. (rain date Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026) at Christie Hoffman Farm Park in Tewksbury, NJ. The 2026 festival will include quality antiques and arts & crafts, sweet and savory food trucks, 2 live bands, a beer garden with local brews and hard cider (2026 ABC# 151918), free kids’ activities, Road Trip Rescues pet adoption, hayrides, and more! And back by popular demand…the Car Show!
108 Fairmount Rd W., Califon, NJ
Cost: $25 car/$5 walkers and bikers
Downtown Cranford Pumpkin Spice Tour
September 26, 1 pm – 4 pm
If this steamy summer heat has you looking forward to sweater weather, then great news – tickets are on sale for the 2026Downtown Cranford Pumpkin Spice Tour! In addition to pumpkin specials from participating stores, there will also be live music, a pumpkin bounce house, a mechanical pumpkin, and more! The event is rain or shine. No refunds. Tickets are limited.
Downtown Cranford, North Ave, NJ
Cost: $5
Red Bank Mac and Cheese Festival
September 26, 1 pm – 5 pm
The Red Bank Mac & Cheese Festival will be held as a food crawl (think bar crawl, but for Mac & Cheese instead)! So, round up your crew, bring your family, and get ready to take a tour around Red Bank to sample all kinds of Mac & Cheese creations from some of the best spots in town. Your ticket includes a sample of Mac & Cheese from EVERY participating location.
Downtown Red Bank, NJ
Cost: $40 GA, $60 VIP, $15 Kids Ticket
Jefferson Day 2026
September 26, 1 pm – 8 pm
Jefferson Township’s premier annual community celebration returns for a vibrant fall afternoon in Morris County, bringing residents and visitors together for Jefferson Day 2026. The festival showcases live music from Blame It On the Girl alongside a variety of food trucks, sweet treats, local craft artisans, and community organizations. Families can explore one of New Jersey’s largest Kids Adventure Zones, while attendees of all ages enjoy a full day of shopping, eats, and entertainment topped off by a brilliant drone show at dusk.
Jefferson Township High School Complex, 1010 Weldon Rd, Oak Ridge, NJ
Cost: $5; kids 5 and under are free
The Many Flavors of Linden Fall Festival
September 26, 1 pm – 9 pm
Mayor Derek Armstead and the City of Linden are bringing three of their community’s favorite events: Unity Day, the Polish Festival, and the Latin Festival together into one giant celebration! Bring the whole family out to experience the excitement.Delicious food trucks featuring authentic tastes from around the globe. Car and Bike Show with incredible custom builds and classic rides. Live wrestling matches packed with high-flying action. Live music and cultural performances representing traditions from across the city. Family fun, games, activities and more!
Linden City Hall, 301 North Wood Ave, Linden, NJ
Cost: Free
Oktoberfest Weekend and Car Show
September 26 & 27
The Chester Lions Club will host its Annual Oktoberfest Weekend and Car Show this fall, bringing together the vibrant sights, sounds, and tastes of Bavaria right in the heart of Morris County. This beloved community tradition takes place at Chubb Park in Chester, New Jersey, and invites guests of all ages to enjoy two full days of festive fun. The event features authentic German food including bratwurst, potato pancakes, sauerkraut, and pretzels, as well as a selection of beer and seasonal beverages. Traditional German music will fill the air as guests relax under the big tent or browse through local vendors and activity stations. A major attraction of the weekend is the Car Show, showcasing an impressive collection of antique, classic, and specialty vehicles that car lovers won’t want to miss. Most importantly, proceeds from the event go directly to charitable causes, including local scholarships, medical support programs, and various Lions Club service initiatives.
Chubb Park, 290 W Main Street, Chester, NJ
Cost: $10+
Hackettstown Oktoberfest
September 26 & 27
Ready to kick off the fall season with one of Hackettstown’s biggest town-wide events of the year? Join the Hackettstown BID, Czig Meister Brewing Company, Grand Avenue Tavern, and Man Skirt Brewing as they host events throughout the weekend. This is a FREE event, so grab your friends and family and be prepared to have the time of your life. There will be activities, contests, craft vendors, music, drinks, food, and more! This Oktoberfest is a family-friendly event where vendors will take over Main St., Valentine St., and Grand Ave. for this street-fair-style event. There will be kids’ activities and other non-alcohol-related activities as well.
Downtown Hackettstown(Main St., Valentine St., and Grand Ave), NJ
Cost: Free
Margate Fall Funfest by the Bay
September 26 & 27, 11 am until 5 pm
This family fun event features over 110 booths and amusements comprised of mouthwatering foods, unique fine arts and crafts, Margate retailers, sponsors, nonprofits, Margate City municipal departments, kids’ activities, 10 Live bands on the Main Stage, 12 acts on the Kid’s Stage, and much more. All along Amherst Avenue, from Washington Avenue to Coolidge Avenue and Promenade Baywalk, Margate, NJ
Cost: Free admission
Fanny Wood Day Street Fair & Food Truck Festival
September 27, 10 am – 5 pm
Fanny Wood Day, hosted by the Borough of Fanwood and the Fanny Wood Day Committee, offers a full day of shopping, food, live music, and family fun. Visitors can browse quality vendors, handmade crafts, and local merchants, enjoy delicious eats from food trucks, and take part in free kids’ activities and contests. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the south side train station parking lot on South Ave., with live music and plenty of seating to relax and enjoy the day.
200 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
Cost: Free
Morristown Fall Festival on the Green
September 27, 12 pm – 5 pm (rain or shine)
This family-friendly fun event features entertainment and activities for all ages, including four stages with live music, kids’ place amusements, carnival games, a beer tent, and 150+ exhibitors.
Morristown Green, Morristown, NJ
Cost: Free
Seton Village Food Truck Festival
October 2, 5 pm – 9:30 pm
The Seton Village Food Truck Festival returns Friday, October 2 from 5–9:30 PM on Irvington Avenue with food trucks, craft beer & wine, music and plenty of fun!
Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Olde Tyme Italian Festival
October 2 & 3
The Olde Tyme Italian Festival in Wildwood, New Jersey, is a delightful celebration of Italian heritage, culture, and cuisine that transports visitors straight to the heart of Italy. This two-day festival is a feast for the senses, with the mouthwatering aroma of sizzling sausage and peppers, fresh cannoli, and pizza filling the air. Rows of vendors showcase Italian specialties, while live music and performances keep the crowd entertained.
Fox Park: 4501 Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free
JC Harvest Festival and Cultural Diversity Festival
October 3, 10 am – 2 pm
This family event features many fun fall festivities including pumpkin decorating, arts & crafts, music, food vendors, and more!
Hamilton Park, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free
25th Annual Highlands Oktoberfest
October 3, 12 pm – 7 pm, Rain Date: October 4
There is something for everyone at the Highlands Oktoberfest. The festival is family-friendly, with a wide variety of retail, specialty, and craft vendors. The park is festive with fall decorations, the food is great, and the varieties of German beers are even better. Authentic German food is a highlight of this famous festival. There will be live music and Bahrs Landing Restaurant is preparing the menu with plenty of traditional German favorites hot off the grill such as bratwurst, knockwurst, kraut, potato pancakes, goulash, sauerbraten, and Bavarian noodles, along with other tasty fare for those less adventurous. Quench your thirst with a large variety of Oktoberfest Beers, both light and dark. Festivities will include a “Best-Dressed” Contest, and a “Beer Stein Holding” Contest with special prizes. There will also be 50/50 drawings with 50% of the proceeds going to the lucky winners.
Veterans Park, 51 Bay Ave. Highlands, NJ
Cost: Free
Little Falls PBA #346’s Oktoberfest
October 3, 12 pm – 7 pm
The 10th Annual Oktoberfest brings a festive, family-friendly fall celebration complete with a lively beer garden and a competitive cornhole tournament. Attendees can enjoy live music and local food trucks, browse offerings from craft vendors and neighborhood businesses, and explore seasonal attractions like a pumpkin patch. With a wide array of entertainment and community activities, the milestone anniversary event delivers a vibrant Oktoberfest experience for guests of all ages.
65 Union Ave, Little Falls, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Hackensacktoberfest
October 3, 1 pm – 8 pm
Get ready for the annual fall celebration of North Jersey breweries, local food trucks and Hackensack restaurants, music, and shopping! The event is FREE for everyone, but you must be 21+ to enter the beer garden and enjoy the incredible brews from local breweries.
Atlantic Street Park, Hackensack, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Sayreville Diwali Festival of Lights
October 3, 3 pm – 9 pm. Rain Date: Oct 10
This festive event features live cultural performances, music, a Garba dance celebration (a traditional folk dance often performed during Diwali celebrations), international food vendors, arts and crafts, specialty vendors, and activities for all ages. The evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display.
John F. Kennedy Park, 807 Washington Road, Sayreville, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
North Brunswick Heritage Day
October 3, 3 pm – 10 pm
Heritage Day celebrates the people, cultures, and traditions that make North Brunswick a vibrant and diverse community. Each year, residents, local businesses, civic organizations, and visitors come together to enjoy live entertainment, great food, children’s activities, exhibits, community organizations, and plenty of Township pride.
2051 Route 130, North Brunswick, NJ
Cost: Free
Jersey City Y2K Night Market
October 3, 3 pm – 9 pm
It’s back! The newest edition to the JC foodie scene is a hyper-local, evening market that’s hosted at City Hall – City of Jersey City. Celebrate small business and all that is chill about Jersey City! Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists and artisans & vibe to some music.
City Hall Lot, 179 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free
Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off
October 3 & 4, 10 am – 4 pm
This annual culinary festival gathers chowder enthusiasts, local restaurants, and food lovers for a day of taste-testing, entertainment, and community fun in the Queen City. Enjoy live music, food, 100 vendors, and more. Sunday is the official Chowder Cook-Off!
Taylor Avenue, Behind Bay Village, Beach Haven, NJ
Cost: $35. Kids under 10 years old free
Smithville’s Oktoberfest
October 3 & 4, 10 am – 5 pm
Historic Smithville’s famous Oktoberfest brings together over 100 juried crafters along with an international food court, live music, kids’ activities, non-profit organizations, and more — creating a festive, family-friendly celebration in a charming village setting. All of this takes place alongside the Village’s year-round attractions, including 60+ shops, a carousel ride, a train ride, paddle boats, 7 eateries, and antique arcades, making it a full day of shopping, food, and fun for all ages.
Route 9 & Moss Mill Road, Smithville, NJ
Cost: Free
Oktoberfest at The Red Barn Farm
October 3 & 4, 10 am – 8 pm
Raise a stein of ice-cold local craft beer from Spellbound Brewing, sip cocktails from Blue Rascal Distillery, and dig into authentic German food as the whole farm transforms into a festive fall celebration. Live oompah keeps the biergarten moving all weekend: Doppelgänger takes the stage Saturday, and Polka Delphia brings the polka Sunday. Test your strength in our stein-holding showdowns, snap a photo in your best lederhosen, and toast with friends and family under the autumn sky. And because you’re at The Red Barn Farm, all the fall favorites are here too: the giant corn maze, sunflower walk & u-pick hayrides (pumpkin picking starts this very weekend), the giant bounce pillow, and our free, open fairgrounds.
391 Route 206, Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Deutscher Club of Clark Oktoberfest
October 3 & 4
The Deutscher Club of Clark’s Oktoberfest transforms its tree-shaded New Jersey grounds into an authentic Bavarian festival filled with live polka music, folk dancing, and communal beer garden seating. Guests in traditional lederhosen and dirndls gather to enjoy imported German draft beers alongside classic fare like grilled bratwurst, warm potato salad, soft pretzels, and homemade apple strudel.
787 Featherbed Ln, Clark, NJ
Cost: $10
Cranberry Fest
October 3 & 4, 11 am – 5 pm
This two-day event features over 150 crafters, artists, and vendors offering handmade, vintage, and upcycled items for the heart and home! One of the oldest and largest juried craft shows in NJ. “Craft” beer garden and food court, plus live music throughout both days.
Farnsworth Ave, Bordentown, NJ
Cost: Free
Atlantic Highlands Day and Touch a Truck
October 4, 11 am – 5 pm
Don’t miss this year’s Atlantic Highlands Day Music featuring TOUCH-A-TRUCK, 2 BANDS and 12 FOOD TRUCKS being held on SUNDAY, October 4th at the borough’s picturesque Marina Lawn. Featuring 12 food trucks with something for everyone!
Atlantic Highlands Marina Lawn, 10 Simon Way, Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Cost: Free
Cranford Street Fest
October 4, 11 am – 5 pm
Step into a world of vibrant crafts, tantalizing tastes, and endless entertainment! The Cranford Street Fair transforms downtown Cranford into a bustling playground of vendors and festivities! Stroll through a kaleidoscope of crafts, flavors, and rhythms, where every corner holds a new adventure. This street-fair-style event features 100+ artisans and Cranford Businesses along North Union Ave and Alden St. Admission is free, family-friendly, and open to the public.
Union Ave, Cranford, NJ
Cost: Free
Freehold Octoberfest
October 4, 12 pm – 5 pm
DowntownFreehold.com is proud to present their 4rd Annual Oktoberfest, a street festival that transforms West Main Street into a lively celebration of music, food, beer, and community spirit. Raise a glass at this year’s expanded Beer Garden featuring local favorites: Twin Lights Brewing, Seven Sons Brewing, Birdsmouth Beer, and Tall Oaks Farm & Brewery. Enjoy nonstop entertainment with performances by: Swedish Meatballs, Pat Guadagno & Richard Blackwell. Explore a wide variety of vendors, delicious food options, crafters, games, and specialty items—all set up with plenty of seating so you can relax and enjoy the fall festivities.
West Main Street, Freehold, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Denville Food Truck Festival
October 4, 12 pm – 6 pm
Bring your appetite and enjoy a wide variety of food trucks serving up everything from savory bites to sweet treats. Groove to live music, shop unique finds from local vendors, sip on cold beer, and let the kids enjoy fun activities made just for them. There’s something for everyone at this community favorite! Proceeds benefit Denville PAL (youth sports) and American Legion Post #390.
Gardner Field, 2 Savage Rd, Denville, NJ
Cost: $10, kids under 5 are free
Greek Agora Food Festival
October 8 – 11
The largest Wine & Food Festival in the Delaware Valley! Since 1974, the Greek Agora signature event kicks off with all-day festivals of food, wine, music, dance, and song. The four-day festival is an annual initiative of the Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, NJ, which, every October, stages events that represent the Greek way of life.
615 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Ocean County Columbus Day Parade & Italian Street Festival
October 9 – 11
Celebrating the Annual Columbus Day Parade and Italian Heritage Festival. A fun-filled weekend of food, friends, and Italian Culture. The Parade will be held on Sunday at 1 pm, on the Boulevard from J Street to Sampson Avenue.
Grant Ave, Seaside Heights, NJ
Cost: Free
Lima Bean Festival
October 10, 9 am – 4 pm
The lowly legume takes center stage, delighting locals and visitors alike with a wide array of recipes, crafts, and products. Come out and celebrate West Cape May’s farming heritage with lima bean soup, tacos, salad, jewelry, T-shirts, and more! Enjoy great food, quality vendors, antiques, crafts, entertainment, and fun.
Wilbraham Park, Perry S, West Cape May, NJ
Cost: Free
Avalon Art & Seafood Festival
October 10, 10 am – 5 pm
Taste delectable treats from the sea at the Chamber’s Annual Seafood Festival. Featuring fresh seafood vendors, chowder contest, live music, vendors, and more. This year, the Avalon Arts & Seafood Festival will feature a focus on vendors with original artwork and photography, craft and artisan items, food, and island businesses.
30th Street and the Beach, Avalon, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Red Bank Oktoberfest
October 10, 1 pm – 5 pm
RiverCenter is proud to team with Triumph Brewing, Fresh Markets, and The Two River Theater for the Annual Red Bank Oktoberfest from 1pm to 5pm in Edmund Wilson Plaza (between Triumph Brewing & The Two River Theater)! Admission is free for visitors of all ages! Tasters ages 21+ can purchase sampling packages.
Downtown Red Bank, NJ
Cost: Free, tasting packages available
Taste of Italy Italian Festival
October 10, 11 am – 7 pm
The event offers attendees a celebration of Italian culture and cuisine featuring an array of food vendors—such as pizza, made-to-order pasta, rice balls, and specialty items like “The Mozzarella God”—alongside an artisan marketplace, an adult beverage bar serving beer and Italian cocktails, live accordion and Sinatra-style musical performances, a classic Italian car display, and various family-friendly activities like crafts and face painting.
Mine Hill Firemans Field, 230 Route 46, Mine Hill, NJ
Cost: $5
Annual Fall Taste of Highlands
October 10, 12 pm – 5 pm
The event features a fall theme and offers five hours of food samplings and cocktails from 18 local restaurants and retailers, rain or shine. Tickets are $50 and include a map of participating businesses, tastings, access to the Seastreak Courtesy Shuttle, and free parking. Attendees check in at Huddy Park to receive their map and bracelet, collect stamps at each stop, and can enter to win tickets to future events by visiting all stops and returning the completed map. Tickets are available at highlandsnj.com or on the day of the event.
Huddy Park Check-in, 329 Bay Ave. Highlands, NJ
Cost: $50
Oktoberfest at Turkey Brook Park
October 10 & 11
Turkey Brook Park invites guests to celebrate the autumn season with an afternoon filled with Oktoberfest traditions, family fun, and festive entertainment. This outdoor event showcases authentic German culture through live music and traditional dance performances, complemented by a selection of vendors, food, pretzels, and beer. Attendees of all ages can enjoy a wide array of activities, including axe throwing, flying chickens, inflatable rides, streaming football on a big screen, and a free hayride.
Turkey Brook Park, 30 Flanders Rd, Flanders, NJ
Cost: $5 per person ages 18+ / 17 & Under FREE
Pork Roll Palooza
October 10, 10 am – 5 pm. Rain Date: Oct 11
Norwescap, in partnership with the Phillipsburg Downtown Association, is hosting the Annual Pork Roll Palooza. The event will take place at Shappell Park in the heart of downtown and offers a family-friendly day of live music, games, and delicious food. Vendors are invited to showcase and sell their gourmet creations, arts and crafts, products, and services to a crowd of more than 3,000 visitors from across the region.
Shappell Park, Phillipsburg, NJ
Cost: Free
Sparta Food Truck and Music Fest
October 11, 11 am – 6:30 pm
The fall-themed event serves as a charitable benefit for the Sparta Benevolent Organization and features fifteen gourmet food trucks, a beer garden, and live musical performances from three bands throughout the day. Designed as a family-friendly community gathering, it also offers a variety of children’s entertainment, including pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses, face painting, and local vendor booths.
White Lake Park, White Lake Rd, Sparta, NJ
Cost: $5
GP’s Festa Italiana
October 11, 12 pm – 5 pm
GP’s Festa Italiana is back on Bellevue Avenue transforming the block into a celebration of food, family, and flavor.
What to Expect:
– Fresh Italian favorites from GP’s kitchen
– Live music and performances all afternoon
– Wine tastings and specialty drinks
– Local vendors and artisan goods
– Games and activities for all ages
GP’s Restaurant & Bellevue Avenue, 24 69th Street, Guttenberg, NJ (Between 69th & 70th Streets on Bellevue Avenue)
Cost: Free
New Brunswick Oktoberfest
October 11, 12 pm – 6 pm
This highly anticipated, must-see festival is FREE and action-packed with food & beverage vendors, retailers, interactive activities, a Steinholding contest, and live entertainment from the main stage. Enjoy a variety of local and traditional food, craft brews, and German beers. Bring your friends and family to enjoy an afternoon of music, games, activities, and so much more!. Partygoers are encouraged to get into the Oktoberfest spirit by wearing their best dirndl or lederhosen. The fun continues with a music line-up that will keep you entertained all afternoon and feature a combination of music for a broad mix for all age groups, including Traditional German music!
Monument Square Park, 2 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ
Cost: Free
Marlboro Restaurant Week
October 11 – 18
Explore Marlboro’s diverse restaurants, enjoy exclusive Restaurant Week specials, and support the local businesses that make our community thrive. Invite friends, reserve a table, and savor every bite!
Marlboro, NJ
Flavor of Freehold
October 13 & 14, 5:30 pm – 8 pm
A unique tour of Downtown Freehold’s venerable restaurants, bars, and shops held over two days. Participants walk from place to place with their “Passport” used as a guide of where to go. Everyone will receive signature samples from some of Freehold’s most loved establishments.
Downtown Freehold, 10 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ
Cost: $25
New Jersey Restaurant Week
October 16 – 21
The New Jersey Restaurant Week is a statewide event hosted by the New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association in an effort to promote restaurants across the state.
State Wide
Annual Sussex County Harvest Honey and Garlic Festival
October 17, 10 am – 4 pm
This family festival celebrates agritourism, ecotourism, and arts & heritage tourism. The Festival will include local artisans, crafters, and vendors, plus displays highlighting northern New Jersey’s great open spaces and natural history. For kids, there’ll be a hay ride, pumpkin painting, face painting, and crafts.
Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Branchville, NJ
Cost: Free
New Jersey Seafood Festival
October 17, 11 am – 7 pm
The event celebrates the best of the Jersey Shore’s seafood offerings and brings together seafood lovers from across the state. Attendees can expect an array of fresh, local seafood dishes from various vendors, including oysters, lobster, crab cakes, and more. Along with the fantastic food, the festival will feature live music, entertainment, and local vendors offering unique crafts and products. Bell Works’ vibrant atmosphere provides the perfect setting for a day filled with great food, drinks, and fun.
Bell Works, Holmdel, NJ
Cost: $5; kids under 5 are free
New Jersey Oyster Festival
October 17, 12 pm – 5 pm
Celebrate New Jersey’s oyster heritage along the Delaware Bay waterfront with local oysters, live music, food and drinks, festival activities, and more.
2800 High Street, Port Norris, NJ
Cost: $50 in advance, $60 per person at the door. Includes a commemorative wine or beer glass and a sampling of oysters
New Jersey African Restaurant Festival
October 17 & 18
Experience the rich cultural tapestry of the diaspora during the Newark, New Jersey African Restaurant Festival. This vibrant community celebration invites diners to explore an array of authentic flavors from across the continent and beyond, featuring everything from spicy West African jollof rice and grilled suya to fragrant Ethiopian injera platters and North African couscous.
Newark, NJ
Cost: Small bites ranging from $5 to $25. Special prix-fixe menus ranging from $10 to $30 for lunch and $25 to $50 for multi-course dinners.
Springfield’s Annual Fall Festival and Car Show
October 18, 11 am – 5 pm
The Springfield Fall Festival & Car Show returns to Mountain Avenue with free admission, food trucks, vendors, live music, a beer garden, and family fun including pony rides, a petting zoo, a trackless train, a $5 Inflatable Kids Zone, and a pumpkin patch. The car show will feature both exotic and classic vehicles, with registration available online or at the gate for $20.
100 Mountain Avenue, Springfield NJ
Cost: Free Admission
Chester PTO’s Food Truck and Music Fest
October 18, 11 am – 6:30 pm
A community gathering to benefit the Chester PTO, featuring sixteen gourmet food trucks, live music performances, a selection of adult beverages, and a food drive accepting non-perishable donations. The dog- and family-friendly outdoor event also offers a variety of vendor booths, lawn space for blankets and chairs, and interactive activities for children.
Chubb Park, Chester, NJ
Cost: $5
East Brunswick Restaurant Week
October 19 – 25
Sample deals and special menus all week as area restaurants celebrate local flavors.
East Brunswick, NJ
Halloween Food Truck or Treat Festival
October 24, 11 am – 6 pm
Grab your little ghosts and goblins, put on your best costumes, and join us for a fang-tastic family day filled with treats, eats, music and plenty of Halloween surprises! Come dressed to impress—or scare! Cash prizes will be awarded for the best costumes, so get creative and bring your Halloween A-game!
Washington Lake Park, 626 Hurffville Crosskeys Rd, Sewell, NJ
Cost: $5
Halloween Food Truck or Treat Festival
October 24, 11 am – 6 pm
The festive holiday event combines a gourmet food truck festival with seasonal family activities, featuring a variety of food vendors, live music, craft vendors, and a beer and spirit garden. Attendees of all ages are encouraged to wear costumes, and children can participate in “truck-or-treating” directly at the food trucks alongside bounce houses, face painting, and other seasonal entertainment.
Paramus Park Mall, 700 Paramus Park, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $5
Asbury Park Halloween Food Truck and Music Festival
October 24 & 25, 11 am – 7 pm
Celebrate spooky season at the Asbury Park Halloween Food Truck and Music Festival, a two-day family-friendly event across from Convention Hall. Featuring 20 gourmet food trucks, live bands, costume contests for all ages, a vendor shopping village, and an adult beverage garden, this festive fall gathering blends delicious eats with seasonal entertainment in one of New Jersey’s most iconic shore towns.
Bradley Park, 101 5th Ave, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: $5, Childen under 10, free