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Find the best events, festivals, concerts, fairs, family activities and more happening across New Jersey. Browse by county or event type to discover what’s going on near you.
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Conventions & Expos
Chiller Theatre Toy, Model & Film Expo
Parsippany, NJ (Morris County)
Oct 30 – Nov 1
Upcoming Events
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Music Festivals
11th Annual Music Festival
Haddon Township, NJ (Camden County)
Perfect getaway for music aficionados who prefer to ‘experience” live music and interact with artists from all over the Delaware Valley
Event Details for 11th Annual Music Festival
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Fairs & Festivals
Arts in the Park Fall Festival
Pennsville, NJ (Salem County)
Local Salem County art and craft vendors, music, food & fun with a Plein Air Art competition.
Event Details for Arts in the Park Fall Festival
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Free Events
Autumn Art Festival on the Palisades
Fort Lee, NJ (Bergen County)
Where history meets art. A celebration of art and artists on the Palisades at Fort Lee Historic Park on the cliffs, past and present.
Event Details for Autumn Art Festival on the Palisades
Sat – Sun Oct 17–18
Multiple Dates 2026
Free Events
Barrington Town Wide Yard Sale
Barrington, NJ (Camden County)
Tour the town and find treasures from residents hosting yard sales! Rain date 10/18.
Event Details for Barrington Town Wide Yard Sale
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Live Performances
Bat out of Helloween: Celebrating Meat Loaf and Rocky Horror
Tropicana Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City · Atlantic City, NJ (Atlantic County)
Bat out of Helloween: Celebrating Meat Loaf and Rocky Horror on stage at Tropicana Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City in Atlantic City. Get tickets.
Event Details for Bat out of Helloween: Celebrating Meat Loaf and Rocky Horror
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Fundraisers
Boo at the Refuge
Forked River, NJ (Ocean County)
A spooktacular weekend of trick-or-treating, animal encounters, crafts, games, costumes, and Halloween fun!
Event Details for Boo at the Refuge
Sat – Sun Oct 17–18
Multiple Dates 2026
Fairs & Festivals
Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
Chatsworth, NJ (Burlington County)
Over 150 crafters, 15+ food vendors, music and more to celebrate the Pine Barren's culture.
Event Details for Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
Sat – Sun Oct 17–18
Multiple Dates 2026
Cultural Events
Cherry Hill Oktoberfest
Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County)
Join us for some live music, vendors, kids activities, and some local beer!
Event Details for Cherry Hill Oktoberfest
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Kids & Family
Closter Community Book Launch: Where Do You Go When You’re Not With Me
Closter Public Library · Closter, NJ (Bergen County)
Join Closter mom and children’s book author Sara Porritt for a free family morning at the Closter Public Library celebrating Where Do You Go When You’re Not With Me.
Event Details for Closter Community Book Launch: Where Do You Go When You’re Not With Me
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins
Cranford, NJ (Union County)
Carve your pumpkin then view them all after dark!
Event Details for Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Cultural Events
Diwali Fest
Maplewood, NJ (Essex County)
A vibrant, multicultural celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, highlighting South Asian arts, culture, and traditions for everyone to enjoy.
Event Details for Diwali Fest
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Street Fairs
Edison Street Fair & Food Truck Fest
Edison, NJ (Middlesex County)
Food trucks, kids zone, pro wrestling, vendors and more along Amboy Avenue.
Event Details for Edison Street Fair & Food Truck Fest
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Fairs & Festivals
Elk Township Harvest Festival
Glassboro, NJ (Gloucester County)
Farmers market, hay rides, children's activities, food trucks, vendors, and a festive Trunk or Treat,
Event Details for Elk Township Harvest Festival
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Car, Truck & Air Shows
Fort Mott Car Show
Pennsville, NJ (Salem County)
Over 200 vehicles on display, food trucks, and more. Dontions help support the historic park.
Event Details for Fort Mott Car Show
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Free Events
Four Centuries in a Weekend
Reeves‑Reed Arboretum · Summit, NJ (Union County)
Travel through time and learn about the rich history of our community with tours, exhibits and more.
Event Details for Four Centuries in a Weekend
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Horror & Paranormal
Ghost Train Tour
Woodstown Central Railroad · Pilesgrove, NJ (Salem County)
A spooky train road to Fenwick's Grove Station where riders will then hear stories by candlelight.
Event Details for Ghost Train Tour
Oct 17–25
Multiple Dates 2026
Halloween Comedy Show and Costume Contest
Hackensack Performing Arts Center · Hackensack, NJ (Bergen County)
Celebrate spooky season with Howdy Stranger’s Halloween Comedy Show, featuring the Improv Zombie Apocalypse where YOU decide who survives.
Event Details for Halloween Comedy Show and Costume Contest
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Conventions & Expos
Happy Wellness & Pet Expo
Morristown, NJ (Morris County)
One day of health and wellness for you and your pets.
Event Details for Happy Wellness & Pet Expo
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Fairs & Festivals
Harvest Festival
Little Egg Harbor, NJ (Ocean County)
Family fun with all the fall vibes, vendors, music, food and drinks.
Event Details for Harvest Festival
Saturday Oct 17
2026
Free Events
Heroes & Villains – A Costumed Event
Flag Plaza of the Liberty State Park · Jersey City, NJ (Hudson County)
The Educational Arts Team and Liberty State Park Presents HEROES & VILLAINS - A Costumed Event!
Event Details for Heroes & Villains – A Costumed Event
Saturday Oct 17
2026