2025 New Jersey : October 2025
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
(see also: 2024 - 2023 - 2021 - 2020 - 2019 - 2018 - 2017 - 2016)
October 1-29, 2025
34th South Orange Downtown Farmers Market
South Orange, New Jersey October 4-5, 2025
Grand Harvest Wine Festival
Morristown, New Jersey
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm. Sample dozens of wines from some of New Jersey’s leading wineries while enjoying the beautiful lake-front setting. Unique crafters, vendors and food will also on hand. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets to sit and enjoy live music. October 13-17, 2025 - National School Lunch Week - Nationwide
School Nutrition Association.
2024 New Jersey : October 2024
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new datesOctober 5, 2024 - 23rd Annual Oktoberfest - Highlands, New Jersey
Veterans Park. The park is festive with fall decorations, the food is great and the varieties of German beers are even better. Authentic German food is a highlight of this famous festival. Executive Chef Butch Greenwaldt is preparing the menu with plenty of traditional German favorites hot off the grill such as bratwurst, knockwurst, kraut, potato pancakes, goulash, sauerbraten and Bavarian noodles along with other tasty fare those less adventurous. Quench your thirst with a large variety of Oktoberfest Beers, both light and dark. The beer garden will also serve Riesling wine and Sangria. October 5, 2024 Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off
Beach Haven, New Jersey
Long Beach Island’s favorite chowder filled weekend will be taking on a new look in 2024….as the Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off! The Beach Haven Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Hunger Foundation Of Southern Ocean to bring this beloved community event back to its pre-pandemic greatness!
October 6-11, 2024 Atlantic City Restaurant Week
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Restaurant Week is a 7-day celebration of the culinary scene in Atlantic City. During Restaurant Week, participating restaurants offer a multi-course meal for a fixed price. November 8-17, 2024 Jersey Shore Restaurant Week
Jersey Shore, New Jersey
A wonderful opportunity to re-visit your favorite restaurants and try new ones. Participating restaurants will offer a three course menu for special prices with three appetizer, three entrée and three dessert choices. October 11-12, 2024 Witch-Craft - Hammonton, New Jersey
Have a mystical night of broos & spirits as we introduce you to the latest trends in the craft beverage industry at Witch-Craft at Paradise Lakes Campground. Featuring breweries & beverage masters pouring their classic potions & seasonal debuts, vendors, local food, & entertainment. October 11-13, 2024 Annual South Jersey Pumpkin Show
Woodstown, New Jersey
South Jersey Pumpkin Show is a pumpkin festival and pumpkin carve longstanding NJ event. New this year is our pumpkin patch with rides, along with the kids zone and PG haunted house. The sj pumpkin show is now a fundraising event for Ravenwood Farms charity where kids with cancer and mental and physical disabilities receive free riding lessons. All event proceeds go towards these programs and the care of the farm animals. Local kids who can not afford to ride get to partake in farm work to earn themselves free rides and get to come out to the farm to be with they're "therapy" horses whenever they please. October 12, 2024 West Cape May Lima Bean Festival
West Cape May, New Jersey
Limas, limas, limas, soup, tacos, salad, jewelry, tshirts and more!!!! Great food, quality vendors, antiques, entertainment and fun. Come out and celebrate West Cape May's farming heritage. You will never think of legumes the same way again. October 12, 2024 6th Annual Pork Roll Palooza
Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Call it Pork Roll, call it Taylor Ham...but never call me late for this classic NJ treat! Enjoy all things Pork Roll with over a dozen food vendors, local businesses, crafters and artists; live music; local brews and other refreshments; games, prizes and more! Admission is FREE - just show up and join us for a great day! October 13, 2024 12th Annual Dunellen HarvestFest
Dunellen, New Jersey
Washington Memorial Park (North Washington Avenue from 10am-4pm. This event will feature artists and crafters from around the Garden State, local nonprofits, activities for kids, foods, music, dancing, and more! Apple pie contest and scarecrow contest open to all NJ residents. October 19-20, 2024 Annual Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
Chatsworth, New Jersey
The annual event will be a celebration of New Jersey's cranberry harvest, the third largest in the United States and offer a tribute to the Pine Barrens and local culture. October 26, 2024 Boo & Brews - Pennsville, New Jersey
Pennsville Riverview Beach Park. 11am-6pm. There will be award-winning breweries, fabulous food trucks, live music & artisan crafters.
2023 New Jersey : October 2023
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new datesOctober 1-2, 2023 - Artisan Bakery Expo East - Atlantic City, New Jersey
Artisan Bakery Expo East (Previously Atlantic Bakery Expo) is the only event in the Eastern United States focusing on the specific needs of the retail-artisan bakery community. Every year, ABEE will provide the opportunity to network with thousands of your peers. You’ll learn the latest baking techniques and business practices as presented by some of the most successful bakers in the region. Hundreds of the best artisan bakery suppliers in the country will be on-hand so you can taste and experience the latest cost-savings and profit-generating ingredients, supplies, services and equipment available in the market today. October 1-2, 2023 Annual Pizza & Pasta NorthEast
Atlantic City, New Jersey
The 4th annual Pizza & Pasta Northeast will showcase top suppliers for pizzerias and Italian restaurants. The two-day show features a schedule of pizza and pasta demonstrations by top chefs, seminars and workshops given by industry leaders, and special presentations from featured keynote speakers.
2021 New Jersey : October 2021
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new datesOctober , 2021 - 7th Annual Uncorked & Uncapped
West Orange, New Jersey
EVENT POSTPONED TO 2022 DUE TO CORONAVIRUS. New Jersey's must-attend Wine, Beer, and Food Tasting Event. Be adventurous and taste exotic drinks and unique cuisine that you otherwise wouldn't. In addition to sampling unique vendor fare, the event features live entertainment, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, and more! All proceeds benefit The Arc of Essex County and the children and adults with Autism, Down syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities we serve. October 23, 2021 Haunted Hops & Goulish Grub
West Deptford, New Jersey
Beers on tap from 8 NJ Craft Breweries; 18+ Food Trucks; Live Music; Artisan Crafters; Kids Activities.
2020 New Jersey : October 2020
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new datesOctober 8-10, 2020 Deerfield Township Harvest Festival
Rosenhayn, New Jersey - EVENT CANCELED FOR 2020.
The annual festival pays tribute to local farmers. Local, regional and national entertainers. It also includes a parade, arts & crafts show, mascot mania, amusement rides and games, a Sing Fest competition, a multi-cultural food court and fireworks. (Also: www.deerfieldtownship.org/harvestfestival/index.htm ) October 16-17, 2020 St Leon 84th Annual Food & Arts Festival
Fair Lawn, New Jersey
THE 2020 EVENT WILL BE AN ONLINE EVENT. SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS. From dining and dancing to art exhibits and cooking classes, the Armenian Food & Arts Festival offers cultural fun for the entire family to enjoy. Delicious and traditional Armenian cuisine available for the duration of the festival, and a special tasting from several Armenian restaurants. Exciting music and dance performances and an exclusive art exhibit showcasing award-winning Armenian artists. Instructional cooking classes and hands-on demonstrations led by Armenian culinary experts in a professional on-site kitchen. October 24, 2020 Fall Festival-Orthodox Church of the Holy Cross
Medford, New Jersey - THIS IS A DRIVE-BY EVENT FOR 2020.
Traditional and International Foods: Kielbasa, Stuffed Cabbage, Pierogi, Halushki, Borscht, and Hot Dogs, Babkas, Cookies and Cakes (some sugar free), pies, water ice, soft pretzels Kids: FREE Moon Bounce, face painting, pumpkin painting, water ice, pretzels. Handmade jewelry, fall crafts, icons, christian music cds, large basket raffle/auction, 50/50 church tours
2019 New Jersey : October 2019
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new datesOctober 4-6, 2019 - Foodstock: 4th Annual Woodbridge Fall Food Truck Festival - Woodbridge, New Jersey
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock!! Fri: 5pm-10pm - Sat & Sun: 1pm-10pm. Beer Garden, Live Entertainment and Bands All Day, DJ Music, Food Trucks and Local Vendors. Kidz Zone!! Inflatable Rides for the Kids (Kids can purchase a $5 Wristband for Unlimited Rides All Day). $5/Adult Cash Admission at the Gate. Admission is All-Day. October 12, 2019
Oktoberfest - Warren, New Jersey
German Beer, Food & Fun with Family and Friends. October 12, 2019
Bloomfield Harvest Fest
Bloomfield, New Jersey
Two food courts serving festival and ethnic food favorites, over 150 vendors offering crafts, Kid Zone and non-stop entertainment. October 12-13, 2019
Cape May Wine & Music Fest
Cape May, New Jersey
The Cape May Wine & Music Fest at Hawk Haven Winery will feature live music from world class performers, wine tastings from some of New Jersey’s finest wineries, a craft beer garden that will blow your hops off, and a variety of tasty street food vendors.
2018 New Jersey : October 2018
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events still waiting for new datesOctober 13-14, 2018 - 7th Annual Harvest Festival
Williamstown, New Jersey
It’s that time of year again! As the seasons change, our grape varieties are readying themselves for harvest, one by one. Careful planning & long hours ensure they reach their full potential. It’s the foundation of our next vintage, & we want to celebrate with you from 12-5pm. October 20-21, 2018 - Harvest Food Truck and Wine Festival
Milford, New Jersey
Join us for our last festival of the year and celebrate the end of another great harvest. This event will feature cuisine from the region’s most award-winning food trucks, Alba’s estate wines, and live music. Food prices vary by truck. So put on a comfy sweater and gather your wine, food, and music loving friends for a great time! Admission includes entrance to the event, parking, and music. $10 for adults 21 and over, $5 for ages 13 to 20, and children 12 and under are free. No Reservations – pay at the entrance gate. Wine tastings are available for an additional $10 per person, 21 and older, which includes eight samplings of our nationally award-winning wines in an etched Alba Vineyard wine glass. October 20-21, 2018 - Autumn Fest & Childrens' Halloween Fest
Pitman, New Jersey
2017 New Jersey : October 2017
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events still waiting for new datesOctober 8, 2017 - Belmar's Oktoberfest - Belmar, New Jersey
Bring the whole family to enjoy plenty of authentic German food, live music, dancing, and fun activities for the kids. Live Music, Oompah Bands, crafters, vendors and fun activities for the younger set. Feeling mighty? Come to the Beer Garden at noon to sign up for the official Samuel Adams Stein Hoisting Contest, hosted by the WRAT. October 8, 2017 - Autumn Toast to the Environment
Jackson, New Jersey
This exciting event features wine, beer and chocolate tastings, savory hors d'oeuvres, charity auction, live music by the Sandy Sasso Jazz Quartet, and much more!
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