NJIB’s Guide to New Jersey Events November 8 – 10, 2024
As November settles in, there’s a fantastic lineup of events from November 8-10 to keep you warm and entertained as the chill sets in. From wine tastings and food festivals to seasonal markets and cozy fall gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So grab your jacket, invite some friends, and savor these festive autumn days before winter arrives! PLUS you can find NJIB at Bell Works Fresh on Wednesday, November 6th and LSC After Dark on November 7th. Here is your guide to New Jersey Events November 5 – 10, 2024.
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New Jersey Events November 5 – 10:
Featured Event!
NJ Wine Expo
November 9, 11 am – 7 pm
Join the New Jersey wine community at their inaugural NJ Wine Expo on November 9, at Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ. This one-of-a-kind event will feature the largest gathering of New Jersey’s wineries and vineyards in history! More than 30 New Jersey wineries and vineyards will come together in one location for an historic tasting event that showcases the burgeoning local wine scene of our state. This historic event is perfect for both passionate wine enthusiasts and novice drinkers who enjoy tasting and learning about the extensive varieties of wine produced throughout New Jersey. At this event you will get to meet the winemakers, stroll between winery tables sampling more than 130 hand selected wines, hear from industry insiders, and find out how to plan your next trip through the NJ Wine Country. Plus, choose from an array of local food vendors to purchase small bite culinary cuisine.
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel, NJ
Cost: $35+
LSC After Dark
November 5, 6 pm – 10 pm
A great party, delicious bites and drinks, and a twist of science! Liberty Science Center presents LSC After Dark, exclusively for guests 18 and up, every Thursday from 6:00 – 10:00 pm. Each event features a fun theme with a menu to match, dance floor, live DJ, a full bar (for guests 21+) and planetarium and laser shows. And all of the museum’s exhibits are open, too! In October LSC After Dark will have a different Halloween theme! Event themes include Murder at the Museum and Freak Show. When you purchase LSC After Dark tickets, you help the nonprofit Liberty Science Center provide even more programs for our community and inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Liberty Science Center, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $25 at the door, save $3 buying online in advance
Let It Glow: A Holiday Lantern Spectacular
Begins November 7. Thursday – Sundays thru January 12th, 2025
Larger-than-life glowing lanterns have been installed creating 30+ glowing scenes. See animals real and imagined laid out throughout the zoo.
Let it Glow is a symphony of vivid glowing colors to tease your eyes and dazzle the mind. Come and enjoy an enchanting stroll throughout the zoo These larger than life lanterns are amazing in picture but stunning in person. With over 30 scenes, these hand-made artistic wonders are more breath-taking than the last.
Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park, 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ
Cost: Tickets available on Eventbrite
Jersey Shore Restaurant Week
November 8 – 17
Jersey Shore Restaurant Week™ is a wonderful opportunity to re-visit your favorite restaurants & try new ones …the perfect time to gather friends & enjoy Jersey Shore’s great restaurants.
Various Restaurants in the Jersey Shore
Cost: Varies Per Location
The Atlantic City Tattoo Expo
November 8 – 10
Tattoo lovers unite! Prepare to mingle with 5,000+ of your closest ink-loving friends at the stunning Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, smack in the middle of the legendary Atlantic City Boardwalk. With 2,000 luxurious rooms, endless casino gaming, mouthwatering restaurants and electrifying nightlife, the Hard Rock Atlantic City is the ultimate playground for tattoo enthusiasts. It’s all happening in Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena, transformed into a tattoo haven, where you’ll have the chance to meet over 100 top-tier tattoo artists from around the globe. And yes—you can get inked on the spot! Plus, explore an eclectic array of vendors offering everything from tattoo-inspired fashion to custom jewelry, CBD products and novelty collectibles you won’t find anywhere else.
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $20 – $42
The Village at Anne Ellen
Begins November 9. Select Dates through December 30
Embark on an enchanting adventure through a quaint winter wonderland, beginning with a nostalgic hayride through our Christmas tree fields. As you step off the wagon, you’ll be transported into a mesmerizing Christmas tale brought to life with twinkling lights and captivating displays. Wander along wooded pathways, soaking in the festive atmosphere and timeless holiday magic at every turn.
Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm, Manalapan NJ
Cost: $22, Kids 2-12 are $12
Veterans Day Glassmaking at WheatonArts
November 9, 10 am – 4 pm
Thanking members of the armed forces for their service, Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center is offering free Make-Your-Own experiences to veterans and active duty military during the Veterans Day Glassmaking program from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024. With the expert guidance of our glass artists, learn how to shape hot molten glass into a beautiful Air Trap Paperweight using a historic antique mold unique to WheatonArts! Participants will choose a color, add molten glass to a mold, and discover the secret of creating these organic shapes. Call 856.825.6800, ext. 152. to ask about appointment space availability. Registration closes at 4 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024.
WheatonArts 1000 Village Drive, Millville, NJ 08332
Cost: $0 – $12
Sauce for the Goose: Outdoor Art Market
November 9, 11 am – 4 pm
Sauce for the Goose is celebrating its 30th year in 2024! Shop from 100+ artisans working in ceramics, textiles, jewelry, printmaking, drawing and painting, apparel, home décor, and so much more. This one-day sale will feature your go-to vendors plus new talent you’ll love discovering.
Downtown Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Taco and Empanada Festival
November 9, 11 am – 5 pm
Just Jersey and the South Bound Brook Fire Company present the inaugural Taco & Empanada Festival on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Memorial Park in South Bound Brook. This family-friendly event offers gourmet food trucks, a beer and sangria garden, live music from DJ Louis, kids’ activities, a zip line, vendors, and more—all to benefit the South Bound Brook Fire Company. Guests are encouraged to bring a non-perishable item to support the food pantry.
Memorial Park, 78 Elizabeth St, South Bound Brook, NJ
Cost: $5, kids under 5 are free
Laurita Veteran’s Jeeps, Food, and Wine Festival
November 9 & 10
Visitors are invited to enjoy a lively day at Laurita Winery, a welcoming spot to savor excellent wines with friends and family. Guests can pair wines with a variety of dishes from onsite food trucks and relax while listening to live music from talented artists throughout the weekend. Free admission for Veterans and Active Military (present your DOD, Veterans, CAC or USID Card upon arrival.
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: 20 and under Free, $13 in advance, $15 at the door
