NJIB’s Guide to 20+ New Jersey September Beer & Wine Festivals
September in New Jersey is the perfect time to raise a glass and celebrate, and New Jersey Isn’t Boring has you covered with the ultimate guide to the Garden State’s beer and wine festivals this month. From lively Oktoberfests to festivals with food, music, and entertainment, there’s no shortage of opportunities to enjoy local brews and wine. Whether you’re a dedicated wine and beer enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to spend a crisp September day, these events are sure to offer something for everyone. Cheers to a month filled with plenty of good times!
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NJIB’s Guide to New Jersey September Beer Events & Festivals:
BBQ & Craft Beer Festival
September 5 – 7
The annual BBQ & Craft Beer Festival, presented by Surfside and The Asbury Park Press, returns to Monmouth Park for three more mouth-watering days this Labor Day weekend. Over 40 craft beers, nearly 20 of the area’s top pitmasters, and three days of live music. Sampling goes from 11:30 am- 5 pm. Beer garden sampling tickets are $20 for 10 two-ounce samples, a commemorative glass, and a $2 betting voucher. Purchase tickets in advance at seatgeek.com/monmouth for $24 total (for the beer sampling, racetrack general admission, glass and $2 betting voucher).Day-of ticket sales are cash only for $20 for the beer sampling ticket, glass, and $2 betting voucher. General admission is not included and must be purchased separately at the admission gate. Enjoy live music 12-4 pm all three days. Saturday music by After The Reign. FREE family fun day activities – featuring clowns, face painters, pony rides and a bounce house – on Saturday and Sunday from 12-4 pm in the picnic area.
Monmouth Park Racetrack, 175 Oceanport Ave, Oceanport, NJ
Bacon, Bourbon and Brews Festival
September 12, 11 am – 8 pm
Get ready for a mouth-watering day of bacon, bourbon, and brews while enjoying live music. It’s an event for the whole family!
Flying W Airport & Resort (N14), 60 Fostertown Rd, Medford, NJ
Cost: $23.18 – GA
Wine on the Beach
September 12, 12 pm – 5 pm
Kicking off Local Summer with Wine on the Beach Festival on the 12th of September! Pair your favorite international and New Jersey wines with amazing live entertainment right on the sand in your favorite town of the Jersey Shore. Plus, shop from a curated selection of local artisans!
Blaine Avenue Beach, Seaside Heights, NJ
Cost: $27.50 – $49.50
Highlands Fall Brew by the Bay
September 12, 12 pm – 5 pm
The tasting will be held on the picturesque waterfront, with tickets priced at $40 and including seven 4 oz. tastings plus a pint of craft beer. Additional tastings will be available at the event for $3 each. Each brewery will offer two beers to sample, and guests can enjoy the scenic views alongside fire pits and cuisine from Cuts & Catch, available for an additional fee.
Seafarer Bar, 1 Atlantic St., Highlands, NJ
Cost: $45
Sippin on Station
September 12, 3 pm – 9 pm
Sippin’ on Station is an annual wine and food festival held every fall in Haddon Heights, NJ. This popular event takes place on Station Avenue and features a lively mix of craft beer, local wines, artisan vendors, and live music on multiple stages. Attendees can enjoy a variety of food trucks and handcrafted beverages, making it a fun community event for all ages.
Station Ave, Haddon Heights, NJ
Cost: Free
Medford Oktoberfest and Music Festival
September 18 & 19
Catch live music across three stages, featuring top local Rock, Folk, and Blues bands! Enjoy local food trucks, authentic German eats, a beer tent, and artisan ciders—plus fun activities for the kids.
Medford’s Freedom Park, 86 Union Street, Medford, NJ
Cost: Free Admission, All Ages, Free On-Site Parking
Run the Vineyards: 10K / 5K
September 19, 9 am – 5 pm
Celebrate your love of the outdoors, running, and wine at the Federal Twist Vineyard! Choose between 5K and 10K distances that feature a mixture of roads, vineyard trails, and the beautiful D&R Canal Trail. After-party continues all day. Enjoy time with friends & family with live music and delicious handcrafted wine in a relaxed rural setting. Run the Vineyards races often sell out, so register today to guarantee your spot.
8 Federal Twist Road, Stockton, NJ
Cost: 5K-$48; 10K-$50
BRC Blue Coat Run & Beer Festival
September 19, 10 am – 5 pm
The main athletic event features a flat, fast, USATF-certified 3.1-mile course that starts at the Riverfront Promenade and winds through historic Burlington. It is open to both competitive runners and casual walkers, but participation is capped at 350 runners. Following the race, the event transitions into a craft beer festival held in partnership with Swedesboro Brewing Company and its affiliated taprooms. The festival features draft pours, cocktail mixers, food trucks, live music, and a DJ along the riverfront.
Riverfront Promenade, 110 High Street, Burlington, NJ
Cost: 5K – $40, Beer Festival only $30
Cape May Harvest Brew Fest
September 19, 10 am – 5 pm
Enjoy craft beers and celebrate South Jersey at this all-day festival featuring all things local! Enjoy local food vendors, artisans, craft beers, and musical talent.
Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Garden State Chicken Wings & Beer Fest
September 19, 12 pm – 7 pm
The Garden State Chicken Wings & Beer Fest is taking over Teaneck with an outdoor celebration of local flavors, live music, and family-friendly entertainment. Held rain or shine outside the Teaneck Armory, the festival pits top New Jersey vendors against one another in a Wing Battle Royale, offering everything from sample-sized bites to full portions across sweet, spicy, and smoky varieties—alongside non-chicken options. Festivalgoers can pair their food with local beer pours, vote to help crown the best wings in the state, cheer on brave participants in a chicken wing eating contest, or drop the kids off at the Ultimate Adventure Zone.
Teaneck Armory, 1799 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ
Cost: $3.85 in advance, $5 at the door; Kids 5 & under FREE
Boonton Brewfest
September 19, 1 pm – 5 pm, Rain or Shine
Get ready to sip and savor at Boonton Brewfest 2026, where you can enjoy a variety of breweries, wineries and distilleries and music in person! This is a 21+ event. Ticket price includes sips from local breweries, wineries and distilleries as well as awesome live music-food is separate.
Canal Side Park (Upper Plane Street), Boonton, NJ
Cost: $70 – $80
Arts Council of Princeton’s Annual Pop-Up Beer + Wine Garden
September 19, 2 pm – 5 pm
The Arts Council of Princeton will provide the local brews, refreshing vino, live music, grill, and games – all you have to do is show up and have a good time! There’s never been an easier – or more fun – way to support your local arts council.
102 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ
Cost: $30-$85 depending on ticket type
Wine Fest
September 19 & 20
Don’t miss the most anticipated and talked-about fall event in New Jersey. 175+ locally produced wines from 14 of New Jersey’s favorite wineries. These local wineries can’t wait to show off their new vintages. Sample wines of all styles. You are guaranteed to find your new favorite wine
Valenzano Winery Festival Grounds, 1320 Old Indian Mills Rd, Vincentown, NJ
Cost: $10.66 – $47.99
Mountain Creek Oktoberfest
September 19 & 20, 12 pm – 7 pm
Experience Oktoberfest in Vernon, New Jersey with live music, a wide variety of German, domestic and seasonal beers, ciders, & more, authentic German food, and activities for kids and adults alike.
Red Tail Lodge at Mountain Creek, 200 Route 94, Vernon, NJ
Cost: $25, kids 6 and under are free
La Dolce Vida Food Truck Festival
September 19 & 20
Come celebrate La Dolce Vita — the sweet life! Join us for a festive weekend filled with the flavors, music and spirit of Italy, all set among the beautiful vineyards at Laurita Winery. Enjoy an exciting selection of food trucks and vendors, delicious Laurita wines, and a weekend of Italian-inspired fun. The DJ will keep the vineyard alive with Italian favorites, classic Italian hits and music to get you dancing and celebrating!
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: $15 online, $20 at the door
Bolero Block Party Craft Beer and Music Fest
September 25 & 26, 4 pm
The Bolero Block Party Craft Beer and Music Fest is a lively celebration bringing together craft beer enthusiasts and music lovers for a day of fun. Hosted by Bolero Snort Brewery, the festival features a wide variety of local brews, delicious food, and live music that keep the energy high all day long. Guests can enjoy tastings from some of the region’s best breweries while soaking up the festive atmosphere, filled with entertainment, community spirit, and good vibes. Featuring live performances from Gym Class Heroes, Four Year Strong, Head Automatica, Angel Du$t, Major League, and ManDancing!
Bolero Snort Brewery, 316 20th St, Carlstadt, NJ
Cost: $50
Trails, Tails & Ales
September 26, 9 am – 12 pm
Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge’s 5K Trail Run & Beer Garden is a much-anticipated event that brings together runners, nature enthusiasts, and community members from across South Jersey to support wildlife conservation. This morning event is the perfect opportunity to get a unique glimpse of our 171 acres of preserved land. Sample beer from 7 different local South Jersey breweries in a beer garden after the run.
Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, 4 Sawmill Rd, Medford, NJ
Cost: $20 – $40
Glassboro Craft Beer Festival
September 26, 12 pm – 5 pm
This event features over 100 craft beer samplings from NJ and tri-state breweries, live music, food trucks, and more. This year, enjoy live music from Shot of Southern and sample a selection of local wines alongside the brews!
Glassboro Town Hall, 1 High Street West, Glassboro, NJ
Cost: $55 GA, and $65 VIP
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
