October in Northern New Jersey promises a plethora of exciting festivities for everyone, and as local experts, Christina Gibbons Group is delighted to share a lineup of festivities, events, and locations for embracing the season and halloween spirit. Whether you're in the mood for fall fun, spooky thrills, or cultural celebrations, we’ve got you covered.
1. Ridgewood’s West Side Oktoberfest
Date: Sunday, October 13 (11 am-4 pm)
Location: Wilsey Square, Ridgewood
Details: Join the Ridgewood Y for an Oktoberfest celebration complete with live music, hayrides, pumpkin painting, a kid-friendly corner, various food stalls, and a lively biergarten. It’s a day of family fun and community spirit.
Location: Wilsey Square, Ridgewood
Details: Join the Ridgewood Y for an Oktoberfest celebration complete with live music, hayrides, pumpkin painting, a kid-friendly corner, various food stalls, and a lively biergarten. It’s a day of family fun and community spirit.
Cost: Free admission
2. Fall Festival at Wightman Farms
Date: Weekends now through fall (times vary)
Location: Wightman Farms, Morristown
Details: Dive into the spirit of fall at Wightman Farms, where weekends are packed with festive activities. A ticket grants you access to hayrides, a giant corn maze, apple picking (apples not included), a pumpkin of your choice, games, and parking.
Cost: $25; kids 3 and under free
Location: Wightman Farms, Morristown
Details: Dive into the spirit of fall at Wightman Farms, where weekends are packed with festive activities. A ticket grants you access to hayrides, a giant corn maze, apple picking (apples not included), a pumpkin of your choice, games, and parking.
Cost: $25; kids 3 and under free
3. Movies in the Parks
Date: Friday, October 18
Location: Hamilton Park, Jersey City
Details: Enjoy a Halloween classic with an outdoor screening of "Hocus Pocus." This free event offers an affordable evening out under the stars. Just bring a blanket, pack some snacks and drinks, and cozy up for a memorable night.
Cost: Free to attend
Location: Hamilton Park, Jersey City
Details: Enjoy a Halloween classic with an outdoor screening of "Hocus Pocus." This free event offers an affordable evening out under the stars. Just bring a blanket, pack some snacks and drinks, and cozy up for a memorable night.
Cost: Free to attend
4. Demarest Farms: Apples, Pumpkins & Light Shows
Date: Times vary – See website for additional details
Location: 244 Werimus Rd, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Details: Known as "The Jewel of Bergen County," Demarest Farms offers apple and pumpkin picking, along with guided tours through its 32 acres. Don't miss their Halloween Light Show, one of the largest in New Jersey.
Cost: Costs vary – see Demarest Farms website for details; bookings need to be made in advance online
Location: 244 Werimus Rd, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Details: Known as "The Jewel of Bergen County," Demarest Farms offers apple and pumpkin picking, along with guided tours through its 32 acres. Don't miss their Halloween Light Show, one of the largest in New Jersey.
Cost: Costs vary – see Demarest Farms website for details; bookings need to be made in advance online
5. Oasis Oktoberfest
Date: Friday, October 18 (7 pm)
Location: McBride Field, Franklin Lakes
Details: Enjoy a night of German heritage with traditional food, beer, live music, raffles, games, and contests. Best of all, proceeds support Oasis, a nonprofit dedicated to aiding women and children in Paterson.
Cost: $150 per person
Location: McBride Field, Franklin Lakes
Details: Enjoy a night of German heritage with traditional food, beer, live music, raffles, games, and contests. Best of all, proceeds support Oasis, a nonprofit dedicated to aiding women and children in Paterson.
Cost: $150 per person
6. Pumpkin Picking at Abma’s Farm
Date: Open Thursday-Saturday starting September 28, 2024
Location: Abma's Farm, Wyckoff, Hillsborough
Details: A quintessential fall outing awaits at this family-run farm. Participate in hayrides and pumpkin picking on select days. Don’t forget to enjoy apple cider and doughnuts from the farm market. Book your tickets in advance to ensure a spot.
Cost: Varies - see website for additional pricing details; kids ages 2 and under free
Location: Abma's Farm, Wyckoff, Hillsborough
Details: A quintessential fall outing awaits at this family-run farm. Participate in hayrides and pumpkin picking on select days. Don’t forget to enjoy apple cider and doughnuts from the farm market. Book your tickets in advance to ensure a spot.
Cost: Varies - see website for additional pricing details; kids ages 2 and under free
7. Old-Fashioned Hayrides at Rohsler’s Horse Farm & Nursery
Date: Every Saturday and Sunday through October 27
Location: 100 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale, NJ
Details: Hop on a hay wagon for a family-friendly ride through the scenic 16+ acres of the horse farm. Explore the mum fields, horse barn, and "haunted" lagoon. Kids can navigate a maze, play carnival games, meet farm animals, and visit the pumpkin patch.
Cost: $10 each for hayriders age 2 and older
Location: 100 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale, NJ
Details: Hop on a hay wagon for a family-friendly ride through the scenic 16+ acres of the horse farm. Explore the mum fields, horse barn, and "haunted" lagoon. Kids can navigate a maze, play carnival games, meet farm animals, and visit the pumpkin patch.
Cost: $10 each for hayriders age 2 and older
8. Ridgewood Halloween Backyard Maze
Date: Open most nights in October from 4-9PM until Halloween
Location: 124 Sheridan Terrace, Ridgewood
Details: Experience chills and thrills at the Sheridan Terrace backyard, transformed into an intricate spooky maze. Get lost in the maze’s secret passages and perhaps encounter some friendly frights as you navigate through.
Cost: Free
Location: 124 Sheridan Terrace, Ridgewood
Details: Experience chills and thrills at the Sheridan Terrace backyard, transformed into an intricate spooky maze. Get lost in the maze’s secret passages and perhaps encounter some friendly frights as you navigate through.
Cost: Free
9. Pantophobia Haunted Attraction
Date: Through Sunday, November 3 (times vary by day)
Location: 600 Darlington Ave., Mahwah
Details: Dare to experience what’s touted as "North Jersey's Best Haunted Hayride." Perfect for families with younger children or first-timers, this creepy trail is filled with surprises and spooky adventures.
Cost: $22 for general admission
Location: 600 Darlington Ave., Mahwah
Details: Dare to experience what’s touted as "North Jersey's Best Haunted Hayride." Perfect for families with younger children or first-timers, this creepy trail is filled with surprises and spooky adventures.
Cost: $22 for general admission
10. Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner
Location: Maggiano's Little Italy, 70 Riverside Square Mall, Hackensack
Date: October 24th, 4-6PM
Details: Dive into a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience with a "hilarious homicide investigation" dinner at Maggiano's. Enjoy a family-style meal while helping to solve the mystery.
Cost: $55 per person includes dinner, non-alcoholic beverages and entertainment
Details: Dive into a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience with a "hilarious homicide investigation" dinner at Maggiano's. Enjoy a family-style meal while helping to solve the mystery.
Cost: $55 per person includes dinner, non-alcoholic beverages and entertainment
Embrace the opportunities to connect with the community and explore Northern New Jersey this fall. Whether you're scouting for your next dream home or simply looking to enjoy the season's festivities, these events are sure to provide memorable experiences for you and your family.
For more information and real estate inquiries, reach out to the Christina Gibbons Group. Enjoy the fall season!