Top New Jersey Events November 10 – 12 , 2023
It’s the first weekend of November! It’s time for cooler weather, and falling leaves,. New Jersey has a lot of great festivals and events this weekend including foodie events, free activities, and much more. Check out our list of the top New Jersey events from now until November 12, 2023.
Always check the weather and the event links before you attend in case of cancellations and rescheduling.
For more New Jersey events throughout the year, check out our Event Guide.
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New Jersey Events November 10 – 12:
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Westfield Hops
November 11, 6 pm – 9:30 pm
The Westfield Armory will host over 100 styles of craft beer & cider samples, great music from Mr Love Joy, access to great food, vendors, games & merchandise
Westfield Armory 500 Rahway Ave, Westfield, NJ
Cost: $15 – $70, Get $25 off with code NJISNTBORING
Diggerfest Fall Festival
Now – November 26
This family event at a top south NJ construction-themed park features an opportunity for kids to ride & operate all of the amazing construction machines. There will also be live music, specialty food, hay rides, fun and games, hay rides, a petting zoo, a corn maze, fire truck rides, and more.
Diggerland USA, 100 Pinedge Dr, West Berlin, NJ
Cost: $42.95
Jersey Shore Restaurant Week
Now–November 12
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
2023 Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Festival
November 9-12
The Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Festival takes place in Cape May, NJ. November 9-12, 2023. International touring artists performing on the Festival Main Stage in Cape May Convention Hall and Cape May bars and restaurants. Opening night, Thursday, November 9 kicks off the Festival with the Cape May Jazz Festival Foundation Gala concert, this year featuring Dianne Reeves performing as special guest with the Captain Black Big Band. Festival performers include the legendary Cuban vocalist Omara Portuondo, Abdullah Ibrahim Trio, Meshell Ndegeocello, Etienne Charles and Creole Soul, Vijay Iyer Trio, Harold Lopez-Nussa Timba a la Americana, Steve Turre Generations plus many more.
Cape May, NJ
Cost: Tickets start at $60
New Jersey Vegan Food Festival
November 11 & 12, 11AM – 5PM
The New Jersey Vegan Food Festival is a two-day celebration that features yummy vegan and plant-based meals from local chefs, as well as vegan products, plant-based fashion, live music and good times. All welcome!
Meadowlands Exposition Center 355 Plaza Drive Secaucus, NJ
Cost: $20 – $30, Kids 13 and under are free
Laurita Veteran’s “It’s a Jeep Thing” Food Truck Festival
November 11 & 12
Food and wine lovers will converge at Laurita Winery in New Egypt for a Laurita Winery Gourmet Food Trucks and Fire Works weekend. Experience the trending Gourmet Food Truck offerings while sipping on wine and enjoying a seat to watch the Fireworks! Live music and good friends will make this day special!
Laurita Winery; 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ
Cost: 20 and under Free, $13 in advance, $15 at the door
NJ Baby Expo
November 12, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
The NJ Baby Expo, presented by NJ MOM, is an exclusive event for expectant and new parents in the greater New Jersey area on November 12, 2023 at the beautiful W Hoboken in Hoboken, New Jersey. Over 50 baby and toddler brands (hello UPPAbaby, Doona, Thule, Cybex & more!) will showcase the best in baby gear & accessories, local services and more. Test, shop & learn about everything you need to know to step into parenthood with ease. Sample products from exhibitors, attend educational demos, win over $15k in giveaways, receive VIP gift bags and get pampered while enjoying healthy bites in a relaxed setting at the W Hoboken.
W Hokoben, Hoboken, NJ
Cost: $15 – $65
