Top 20 New Jersey Events September 23 – 25, 2022
Well, well, well… September is here! And it’s the first weekend of Autumn!!! Featured events include Oktoberfests, food, beer and wine festivals, the Warren County Balloon Festival and much more. Let’s leave the house to explore what NJ has to offer (or not, you do you). These are my top 20 New Jersey Events for September 23 – 25, 2022.
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Top 20 New Jersey Events for September 23 – 25, 2022:
Jersey City Wine Fest
September 23, 6:30-10PM
The Jersey City Wine Fest is a perfect opportunity for wine enthusiasts to meet and hang out with friends and enjoy a huge variety of wines Wine Fest is your all access pass to hundreds of new wines from around the world. Guests will enjoy wine samples for the entire evening paired with live entertainment, food and interactive games. With over 100 styles of wine it’s a great place to discover new wine and speak to winery representatives.
1 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $70. DD $15
Roseland Greek Fest
September 23 – 25
Live Greek music, Greek dancing. gyros, souvlaki, home made pastries and more. They will feature the best of new and traditional Greek music including Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey, Terpsixorian Hellenic Dancers, & Fantasia Music
Ss. Nicholas, Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 80 Laurel Ave, Roseland, NJ
Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Fun & Games Festival
Friday, September 23 – Sunday, September 25; 3pm to 8pm
Join for some family fun at this hot air balloon festival, hosted by Warren Community College, located at 475 Route 57 in Washington NJ. Gates open at 3 pm each day with vendors, food trucks, and family entertainment. Each day offers something unique. Entertainment varies each day. Learn some circus tricks with juggler from Grins & Grins, or just be entertained by Phydeaux’s Flying Flea Circus. Watch some great local talent like Leah Marie Fuls, Jeff Bellfy Band and Na’Bodash. Other musical entertainment includes DJ shows by S.C.3 Entertainment, playing hits from every generation, Kudos Barber Shop Quartet.
475 Route 57, Washington, NJ 07882
Cost: $10 or less, $5 parking. Tickets link – https://fareharbor.com/embeds/
Asburyfest
September 23 – 25
The Annual AsburyFest (formerly Asbury Park Oysterfest) is back and better than ever! What’s the perfect recipe for a cool weekend in the hottest town at the Jersey Shore? Start with some of the best festival food around, add a dash of music, and a pinch of surprises and you have AsburyFest, a three-day culinary event you don’t want to miss. This year’s event will be held across the street from the iconic Convention Hall, in Bradley Park.
Bradley Park, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: $3 Admission
Irish Fall Festival
September 23 – 25
One of the largest Irish festivals in the country is held at the Jersey shore — every September, Wildwood holds the annual Irish Fall Festival!. The yearly celebration of Irish heritage is expected to draw as many as a quarter of a million people to the resort of the Wildwoods for the festival. Come celebrate Irish heritage with dancing, music, food and craft vendors daily. Other festivities include a golf tournament, Irish dance lessons, 5K run and 1 mile walk, pipe exhibition, food court, and Catholic Mass. The events conclude with a parade on Surf Avenue from 20th to Spruce and Olde New Jersey Avenues.
Olde New Jersey Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ
Oktoberfest
September 24, 9AM – 6PM
Celebrate the famous Bavarian tradition in Cape May the festival will be located on Carpenter Lane between Decatur & Jackson and continue down Jackson Street to Beach Ave. as it is transformed into a German promenade with authentic music and food. Visit the Beer Gardens and Food Courts browse the artisans tables selling crafts, antiques and collectibles.
Jackson St, Cape May, NJ
Bound Brook RiverFest Art & Music Fair
September 24, 11AM – 5PM
The Bound Brook RiverFest Art & Music Fair is a lively, colorful, fun day of arts, crafts, kid rides, food, live music and dance on Main Street in downtown Bound Brook.
E Main St, Bound Brook, NJ
Edgewater Arts and Music Festival
September 24, 11AM – 6PM
Edgewater is now a vital part of New Jersey’s Gold Coast and the Annual Music Festival is Edgewater’s most popular cultural event. The location is Veterans Field next to the Community Center along the Hudson. In case of rain we will hold the Arts Festival inside the Community Center. Come and join us and enjoy the magnificent and unique art created by imaginative and extremely creative artisans. Listen to the music, shop, enjoy the entertainment from our stage and savor the delicious food from local vendors. This event is free and designed to be enjoyed by the whole family!
Veteran’s Field, Edgewater, NJ
Edison Fall Family Spectacular
September 24, 11AM – 11PM
*8+ Blocks of Fun
*2 Food Courts – Food Trucks & Street Food Vendors
*Wine & Beer Garden (corner of 5th)
*Live Music on 2 Stages – regional and local bands including crowd favorite, John Eddie
*Professional Wrestling Ring (2nd St)
*Remote Control Car Track
*Kids Entertainment on Stage
*Kids Zone: inflatable kiddie rides, face painting, sand art, temporary tattoos, game trailers and more (Amboy Ave from 6th St. to Waltuma Ave)
*Shopping: Street Fair Vendors, Arts & Crafts & Local Shops open with special deals
*Civic Organization – freebies & more
Located along Amboy Ave in the Clara Barton Section from Waltuma Ave. to Jackson Ave., Edison, NJ
The Newark PorchFest
September 24, 12PM to 6PM (rain date Sunday, September 25th)
THE NEWARK PORCHFEST returns to the Historic Forest Hill neighborhood on Saturday, September 24th from noon to 6 pm (Rain date: Sunday, the 25th). This FREE family-friendly event organized by the Forest Hill Community Association will feature professional and amateur performing and visual artists, as well as food trucks serving a variety of refreshments. Neighbors make their beautiful porches available to serve as community stages showcasing an extraordinary range of talented artists. Opportunities will be available to make donations to the event’s beneficiary— New Jersey Symphony. Enjoy a full afternoon of entertainment, food, and fun that will kick off with a special children’s hour from 12-1pm. Visit us at www.newarkporchfest.com Facebook: Newark Porchfest or Instagram: @newarkporchfest for updates and info.
Ballantine Gates, Ballantine Parkway and Lake Street, Newark, NJ
Annual Rock the Farm Festival
September 24, 12PM – 10PM (rain or shine)
Rock the Farm is a premier family friendly music festival, featuring 10 hours of world class music across two stages, with a family-friendly kid-zone, Beer & wine garden, craft vendors, food trucks, games, and the infamous foam dance party.
This year’s lineup:
TUSK | Fleetwood Mac, The Funky Monks | Red Hot Chili Peppers, Stiff Upper Lip | ACDC, We May Be Right | Billy Joel, ELO Tribute Show | ELO, Winslow | An Evening of Eagles Keep, The Faith | Bon Jovi, La Grange | ZZTOP, Jagged Little Thrill | Alanis Morissette, One Fine Tapestry | Carole King.
All proceeds from the festival benefit CFC Loud n Clear Foundation, an organization that promotes positive life choices by aiding drug recovery efforts
Grant Avenue, Seaside Heights, NJ
Cost: $40 Gen Adm Tier 2 – $200 VIP ACCESS At the gate (If available) $45 Gen Adm *Kids 10 & Under are Free
Glassboro Craft Beer Festival
September 24, 12PM – 5PM
This will be the 9th Annual Glassboro Craft Beer Festival! The past 7 years have been great events, and this year should prove to be more exciting than eve
Glassboro Town Square, 1 High Street West, Glassboro, NJ
Cost: $50 – $60
Savor September Wine, Beer & Food Festival
September 24, 12PM – 8PM
The 10th Savor September Beer, Wine & Food Festival is happening on 96th Street! Join for a beautiful day of local music, wine, beer, spirits, food, and artisans. Tasting packages are available for $20 and include a signature wine glass, sponsored this year by Gingy’s Boutique, who are celebrating 10 years in Stone Harbor! Get ready to enjoy the beauty that is September on Seven Mile Island!
96th Street, Stone Harbor, NJ
Cost: $20 Tasting Package
Flocktoberfest
September 24, 1PM – 5PM
Tamerlaine Sanctuarry’s largest event of the year! Every year FLOCKTOBERFEST just gets bigger and better. Event includes: Local breweries, live auction, self-guided tours, Oktoberfest menu, kids’ corner and live entertainment. All you can eat…All you can drink…ALL FOR THE ANIMALS!
141 Clove Rd, Montague, NJ
Cost: $75, Kids $25, 5 and under are free
Bell Works Fresh Saturday Night Market
September 24, 2PM – 7PM
A monthly night market season runs on Saturdays from March until November and features around 50 local artists, makers, live music, & drinks. Located in Holmdel, NJ, Bell Works is a 2 million square foot metroburb featuring 5 floors of offices, a full restaurant and retail experience, and a rooftop bar
101 Crawford’s Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ
Hackettstown Oktoberfest 2022!
September 24 & 25, (September 24th 12PM – 8PM; September 25th from 12PM – 6PM)
Join Marketspace Vendor Events and the town of Hackettstown as they celebrate the 6th annual Hackettstown Oktoberfest! Ready to kick off the fall season with one of the biggest town-wide events of the year? Join the Hackettstown BID, Czig Meister Brewing Company, Manskirt Brewing Company, and Bea McNally’s as they host events throughout the course of the weekend. This is a FREE event to attend, 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 and food and more! This Oktoberfest is a family friendly event where vendors will take to Main St., Valentine St., and Grand Ave. for this street-fair style event. This Oktoberfest is a family-friendly event; there will be kids’ activities and other non-alcohol-related activities.
Length of Main Street, Hackettstown, NJ
Margate Fall Fun Fest by the Bay
September 24 & 25
This family event features food, music (on two stages), crafters, kid’s activities, character parade, and more. With over 125 booths and activities; a true celebration of the season, the beautiful bayfront, and the friendly spirit of the people of Margate! Fall Funfest is FREE and loaded with new entertainment and activities including music, games, back-bay nature tours and educational exhibits. New this year is a Saturday, Cornhole Tournament, open to everyone . There will be classic Fall Funfest decor throughout the city of Margate, focusing on business areas. Strolling acoustic musicians, characters for kids, entertainers, and virtual contests such as a Pumpkin Photo Contest and Receipts are All the Rage. In-person activities include a treasure hunt, The Pet Salon Pics with Pets with professional photos by PhotoGraphics Photography and Congo Falls Margate is open for family fun mini-golf!
Participating in restaurants in Margate, NJ
Garfield Familly Family Street Fair
September 25, 10AM – 5PM
Hosted by the City of Garfield and the Garfield Events Committee held along Midland Ave. from 10am-5pm. This event brings the whole community together. The street will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event and will be transformed into a giant block party from Krakow Street to Elizabeth St. If you like shopping outdoors then this is the place to be. Quality exhibitors selling a selection of assorted items, a special arts & crafts section, live entertainment, kiddie rides & games, great festival foods & food trucks, and so much more. Don’t miss stopping by the many local merchants & civic organizations to see what goodies they are passing out.
Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ
Hopatcong PBA 149 Food Truck and Music Festival
September 25, 11AM – 7PM
The Food Trucks are rolling into Hopatcong Borough. Food! Music! Fun! It’s a fun-filled Fall family day! A Benefit for Hopatcong PBA 149. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, 4 legged friends, and blankets. Gourmet Food Trucks, Beer, Sangria & Margaritas, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Knockerball, Axe Throwing, Vendors, Live Music & so much more!!!
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A Car Show in addition to the food truck festival with 200 cars, presented by Cops N Rodders of North Jersey! This is going to be a great time! Trophy’s handed out at 4pm.
32 Lakeside Blvd, Hopatcong, NJ
Cost: $5 admission, kids under 5 free
RED BANK GUINNESS OYSTER FESTIVAL
September 25, 12PM – 6PM. Rain Date Oct 2
The Guinness Oyster Fest is a huge food, beer, wine and music festival which will showcase Red Bank’s excellent restaurants as well as entertain thousands with continuous live music on two stages! Music genres include Irish Music, Pop, Rock and more! It’s family friendly featuring kiddie rides, games and more! Plus great shopping with our unique vendors.
White Street Parking Lot, Red Bank, NJ
Cost: $5, Kids under 10 are fre
