NJIB’s Guide to November Foodie, Wine and Beer Events 2024
November is a delicious month for foodies, wine enthusiasts, and craft beer lovers across New Jersey! From cozy harvest celebrations to lively expos and tastings, there’s no shortage of exciting events that bring together incredible local flavors, talented chefs, and artisan makers. New Jersey Isn’t Boring’s Guide to November Foodie, Wine, and Beer Events has everything you need to make the most of this month’s tastiest gatherings, whether you’re eager to explore new wines, indulge in seasonal dishes, or discover the latest in craft brewing. Get ready to savor every moment with our must-attend list!
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Featured Events!
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+
Jersey City Wine Fest
November 23, 6 pm – 9:30 pm
Wine Fest is your all access pass to try wines from both local and abroad. Travel the world of wine at the Harborside Atrium.
Harborside Atrium, 210 Hudson St Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $15 – $70. Save 40% with code NJIB
Beers on the Boards
November 2, 2 Sessions – 12:30 -3:30 pm | 5:30 pm – 9 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 2 & 3, 12 pm – 5 pm
Celebrate the grand finale of this year’s wine festival season at the Sip in Autumn Wine Festival on November 2 and 3 from 12-5 p.m. daily at Veterans Park in Bayville, NJ. Raise a glass to autumn’s beauty with New Jersey’s finest wines, music, artisans, and food. Stroll from winery to winery, sampling seasonal wines and meeting the passionate winemakers behind each unique blend. Participating wineries include Angelico, Autumn Lake, DiMatteo, Plagido’s, The Vintner’s Wife, Valenzano, Villari, and Wagonhouse. Enjoy bites from food trucks like G’Day Gourmet and Meatwagon, and live music from Goldenseal on Saturday and Rock It Fish on Sunday. Plus, browse a variety of artisan crafters offering unique goods. Gather family and friends for the perfect autumn afternoon!
Veteran Park, 489 Bill Zimmerman Jr Way, Bayville, NJ
Cost: $20 for Guests 21+, Ticket price goes up to $25 CASH ONLY at the door. All Spectators and guests under 21 are FREE
Barefoot Grape Stomp at Four Sisters Winery
November 2 & 16
Yes, it’s Barefoot Grape Stomping time with a bit of nostalgia, a tasting of wine, and something to do with friends for a special time. Includes a formal wine tasting. An educational wine cellar tour describes the processes of winemaking and then off with the shoes and socks for the ever-popular Barefoot Grape Stomping.
783 North Bridgeville Road (County Route 519) Belvidere, NJ
Cost: $51.58 per person plus tax. Reservations Required; Get tickets by calling 908-475-3671
Day of the Dead Celebration at the Riverview Farmers Market
November 3, 10 am – 2 pm
This event features the Dia de Los Muertos / Days of the Dead celebration to honor lost loved ones and the authentic traditions that are part of this Mexican holiday with traditional live music and dance.
Riverview Park, 1 Bowers St, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free
Paramus Fall Food Truck Festival
November 3, 11 am – 5 pm
Food! Beer! Music! Fun! New Jersey foodies, eat your hearts out! It’s a fun filled family day! Over 15 Gourmet Food Trucks, partnered with some great music, make for an enchanting and fulfilling Fall day. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, pups, pop ups and blankets. Dine on excellent food, while enjoying the beer and sangria garden. Face painting, kids’ activities, and more!
Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $5, kids 10 and under are free
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
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
Great Food Expo
November 9 & 10, 10 am – 5 pm
Shop, Sip and Sample from emerging artisans, enjoy cooking demos and discover Gourmet and Ethnic Foods, Beverages, Coffee, Tea, Specialty, Healthy or Organic Products plus Food Network Superstar Anne Burrell on Sunday.
New Jersey Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Avenue Edison, NJ
Cost: $5, VIP $30
Crafts and Drafts at Jersey Girl Brewing
November 9 & 10
Marketspace returns to Jersey Girl Brewing for Crafts and Drafts in November. This pop-up handmade market features 16 local artisans inside of the brewery warehouse.
426 Sand Shore Rd, Hackettstown, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
Laurita Veteran’s Give Thanks Food and Wine Festival
November 23 & 24
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.
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: 20 and under Free, $13 in advance, $15 at the door
GSWGA’s Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 29 – December 1
Beginning on Black Friday and continuing through the weekend, shoppers will have a few cozy and enjoyable stops to make before rushing home with their treasures. Winery tasting rooms from Sussex to Cape May will invite patrons to travel the New Jersey Wine Trail, with special tastings, entertainment, food pairings, discounts and sales. The Garden State Wine Growers Association’s annual Holiday Wine Trail Weekend is held at over 45 participating New Jersey wineries and vineyards statewide.
Participating Wineries and Vineyards
Cost: Varies Per Location
