NJIB’s Guide to 20+ New Jersey November Food, Wine and Beer Festivals 2026
New Jersey Isn’t Boring’s Guide to New Jersey November Festivals and Events is your ultimate resource for making the most of the season. From vibrant food and wine festivals to holiday markets and family-friendly events, this guide covers the diverse happenings across the Garden State. Whether you’re looking to savor seasonal flavors, start holiday shopping, or experience unique cultural celebrations, our November guide has something for everyone. Dive in to plan an unforgettable month filled with local charm and exciting activities.
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Jersey City Wine Fest
November 21, 6 pm – 9:30 pm
Celebrate fall flavors as guests sip and savor unlimited samples of wines from around the world, paired with live music, gourmet bites, and interactive games. Whether you’re a seasoned sommelier or casual enthusiast, this waterfront wine festival offers a vibrant, all-access tasting experience in the heart of Jersey City.
Harborside Atrium, 210 Hudson St, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $18.33-$68.33. Save 40% with code NJIB
Autumn with the Animals
November 1, 10 am – 3 pm
Join for a fun-filled day for the whole family at Cedar Run! Go wild for their wildlife programs, live music, canoeing, food, games, crafts, campfire & more! Shop from local vendors, meet the resident wildlife, go trick-or-treating, and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage on their 171 acres of preserved pinelands.
Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, 6 Sawmill Rd, Medford, NJ
Cost: $20 adults, $15 kids, 3 and under free. $4 more at the door. All proceeds from this event go directly towards supporting Cedar Run’s mission of the preservation and protection of New Jersey’s wildlife and habitats through education, conservation, and rehabilitation.
Day of the Dead at Riverview Farmers Market
November 2, 10 am – 2 pm
Join the Riverview Farmers Market as they host their annual Day of the Dead / Dias de los Muertos celebration in Riverview Park! The event features a giant skeleton puppet parade that kicks off at noon, a community Ofrenda, live Mariachi and traditional dancers, and so much more.
498 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free
Art Council of Princeton’s Día de los Muertos
November 1, 1 pm – 3 pm
Princeton’s annual festival with the Arts Council of Princeton features music, dance, food, and art for all ages. This outdoor celebration brings together neighbors, artists, and families to honor loved ones and share Mexican culture.
102 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
Cape May Restaurant Weekend
November 5 – 8
Enjoy an appetizer, entree, and dessert for a fixed price at Cape May’s best restaurants.
Cape May, NJ
Jersey Shore Restaurant Week
November 6 – 15
Entering its 17 th year, JSRW is the leading restaurant promotion at the Jersey Shore. Designed to generate business for the restaurant industry during generally slow periods, it also offers consumers the opportunity to try new restaurants at
affordable prices. Restaurants offer three course meals with three appetizer, three entrée and three dessert choices.
Various locations in the Jersey Shore
Cost: $32.26 or $42.26
South Bound Brook Fall Taco, Empanada & Food Festival
November 7, 11 am – 6 pm
TACOS & EMPANADAS! The best of both world’s come together for this delicious event! Just Jersey & The South Bound Brook Fire Company present the Taco & Empanada Festival, taking place at Memorial Park in South Bound Brook. Gourmet Food Trucks, Music, beer, margarita & sangria garden, vendors, kids’ activities, pony rides, rock wall, petting zoo, face painting, sand art, inflatables, bungee trampoline, mini golf. Knockerball, 50/50 & it’s a Benefit for The South Bound Brook Fire Company!
Memorial Park, 78 Elizabeth St, South Bound Brook, NJ
Cost: $5; kids under 5 are free
NJ Wine Expo
November 7, 12 pm – 5 pm
The premier tasting event brings together wineries and vineyards from across New Jersey under one roof to showcase the state’s growing viticulture industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample more than 130 hand-selected New Jersey wines, meet local winemakers and industry leaders, and discover regional wine trails across the Garden State.
Bell Works Ballroom, Holmdel, NJ
Cost: $39 – $54, $10 Designated Driver
New Jersey Wing Fest
November 7, 12 pm – 6 pm
The New Jersey Wing Festival is coming this November 2026 to the Gloucester County 4-H Fairgrounds! Dive into multiple varieties of wing vendors, exciting eating competitions, fun games, live entertainment, and so much more.
Gloucester County 4-H Fairgrounds , 275, Harrison Township, NJ
Cost: $10+
Cow Parade
November 7, 1 pm – 5 pm
The annual Cow Parade celebrates and honors Cherry Grove Farm’s cows who provide them with fresh milk daily, from which they make all their farmstead cheeses. After milking on November 7th you can watch as the cows, adorned with garlands, bells, and flowers, parade from the milking parlor, down the lane and around the field back to their pasture. This parade takes after the Swiss tradition of bringing the cows down from the mountains where they have been grazing all summer. This autumnal festival features hay rides, face painting, bouncy house, kids’ games, food, music, beer, local artisanal vendors and more. This year there will be demonstrations of butter churning and glass blowing, and maybe Rocky the beekeeper will bring Sweetie, his hawk! This event is bringing back the Mooing Contest and a new Cow Costume Contest. Then the Cows Parade. The day ends with a bonfire (weather permitting) where s’mores will be available for purchase.
Cherry Grove Farm, Lawrenceville, NJ
Cost: Free to attend. Parking $20
Jersey City Mac & Cheese Festival
November 7, 1 pm – 5 pm (rain or shine)
This Jersey City Mac & Cheese Festival will be a food crawl (think bar crawl, but for Mac & Cheese)! Round up your crew, bring your family, and get ready to tour Jersey City and sample Mac & Cheese creations from some of the best spots in town. Your ticket includes: A sample of Mac & Cheese from EVERY participating location (Stroll at your own pace, as samples are available from 1- 5 p.m. at all locations)
Jersey City, NJ – Check-In @ Hudson Hall, 364 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $65 VIP, $40 General Admission, $15 Kids
Beers on the Boards
November 7, 2 – 5:30 pm
Savor craft beers from more than 30 different breweries, indulge in an all-you-can-eat gourmet buffet, and enjoy a selection of craft beer, spiked seltzer, and hard cider from New Jersey local breweries.
Point Pleasant Beach Boardwalk, 308 Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Cost: $65. Includes all beer and all food
Sip in Autumn Wine Festival
November 7 & 8, 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
The outdoor festival season may be coming to a close, but it’s going out in epic style. This highly anticipated event is the grand finale of New Jersey’s outdoor wine festival season, and there’s no better way to say goodbye to sunny days and crisp fall afternoons than by savoring the very best our state has to offer. With its blend of award-winning wines, delicious food, live music, and local craftsmanship, Sip in Autumn Wine Festival is the ultimate farewell to fall festival season and a toast to the cozy months ahead.
Veterans Park 489 Forest Hills Parkway Bayville, NJ
Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Non-samplers and 21 and under are free
Laurita Veteran’s Food Trucks and Fire Pits
November 7 & 8
Gather around the fire pits, grab a bite from the food trucks, and settle in for a perfect fall evening at Laurita. Live Music, Laurita Wine by the Glass or Bottle, FREE Vineyard Wagon Rides, PYO Pumpkins and Flowers, food trucks, Scotty’s Stretching the Mozz, apple cider donuts, apple and pumpkin cannons, fireworks on Saturday and more.
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: 20 and under Free, $15 in advance, $20 at the door
Holiday Crafts and Drafts at Jersey Girl Brewing
November 7 & 8, 1 pm – 6 pm
Get into the holiday spirit with a full weekend of **local shopping, handcrafted goods, great beer, and delicious food at Jersey Girl Brewing Co Spend the weekend browsing an incredible lineup of local vendors while enjoying your favorite Jersey Girl brews. Whether you’re searching for unique gifts, stocking stuffers, handmade treasures, sweet treats, specialty foods, or something special for yourself, there will be plenty to discover. And to keep everyone fueled while they shop, Mom’s Food Service will be there! Two days. Dozens of local vendors. Great beer. Delicious food. Plenty of holiday shopping.
426 Sand Shore Rd, Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: Free
Bell Works Fresh Saturday Market
November 14, 11 am – 4 pm
Visitors can explore a curated selection of local farmers, bakers, makers, and artisans offering everything from fresh produce and flowers to handcrafted goods, specialty foods, and unique finds. With its lively atmosphere, family-friendly vibe, and the stunning modern setting of Bell Works’ “metroburb,” the market is the perfect weekend destination to shop local, grab a bite, and connect with the community.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel, NJ
Cost: Free
Raritan Borough Fall Food Truck & Music Fest
November 14, 11 am – 6 pm
Get ready for an amazing day of delicious food, cold drinks, live music and family fun — all while supporting a great cause at the Raritan Borough Food Truck & Music Festival. Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets and big appetites and spend the day enjoying great food, entertainment and community fun. There will be 15 Gourmet Food Trucks, Live Music All Day, a Beer, Margarita & Sangria Garden, Kids Activities, Vendor Village and more. Plus – it’s a Benefit for Relief Hose Company #2
Washington School, 606 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free
NJ Coffee Festival
November 14 & 15
From bold brews to craveable treats, the NJ Coffee Festival brings coffee culture to life. Whether you’re a daily drinker, a gear geek, or just tagging along for the vibes, you’ll feel right at home here. This isn’t just a caffeine crawl. It’s a hands-on, taste-forward, community-powered celebration of everything coffee can be. Demos, convos, and delicious surprises around every corner.
Warehouse 100, 14 Schanck Rd, Freehold, NJ
Cost: $19.99
Great Food Expo
November 14 & 15
Join your fellow foodies to discover the best in food, mixology, wine and spirits, cooking, Celebrity Chefs, nutrition, emerging trends, and more. Enjoy the Cooking Stage, sample edible treats from pop-up shops, from chocolate makers to flavored salts, pasta creations to sustainable foods, drink mixes to salsa, and more!
New Jersey Expo Center, Edison, NJ
Cost: Tickets
Laurita Veteran’s Give Thanks Festival
November 21 & 22
Celebrate the season with a cozy fall weekend filled with great food, wine, live music, local vendors and family fun! Live Music, Laurita Wine by the Glass or Bottle, FREE Vineyard Wagon Rides, apple cider donuts, apple and pumpkin cannons, fireworks on Saturday and more. This year they are proud to support Lunch Break, a compassionate, community-centered nonprofit dedicated to meeting the essential needs of individuals and families facing hardship in Monmouth County and beyond. They provide food, clothing, housing solutions, life skills and fellowship to those in need, serving every individual with dignity and respect.
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: 20 and under Free, $15 in advance, $20 at the door
Swedish Christmas Fair
November 22, 10 am – 3 pm
The Swedish Christmas Fair has something for everyone, with a great selection of food, crafts, and gifts. Swedish handicrafts like handmade Christmas decorations, linen, and wooden items plus a variety of cheeses, herring, and other Swedish delicacies as well as home baked goods (bread, cookies, and cakes) are available for you to buy. Glögg, a typical Swedish spiced holiday drink, is also being offered. Raffles with wonderful prizes and activities for younger children are also available. A highlight of the fair is the beautiful Lucia pageant, with her choir singing and lighting up the holiday season at 1:30 pm, a truly unique Swedish tradition! The NJ Chapter of SWEA (Swedish Women’s Educational Association) hosts the Swedish Christmas Fair. SWEA is a global nonprofit organization that promotes the Swedish language, culture, history, and tradition.
26 Northview Avenue, Upper Montclair, NJ
Cost: Admission is $2
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend:
November 27 – 29
Unwind after the holiday hustle with a relaxing escape to New Jersey’s wine country! Enjoy tastings, festive treats, and seasonal cheer at participating wineries across the state. This will be the perfect way to recover from post-holiday shopping and soak in some R&R.
State-Wide
Cost: Varies per location
HP Night Owl Markets
November 28 & 29
Join downtown Highland Park for their outdoor holiday markets featuring local artists, artisans, crafters and food vendors! #ShopSmall and do all your holiday gift shopping downtown. Come by the markets to browse unique, handmade goods, and to enjoy live music, free arts and crafts, and other festive activities.
Municipal Lot between 2nd & 3rd Ave, Next to 212 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ
Cost: Free
