A weekly listing of upcoming not-to-miss events in New Jersey this weekend. Check back each week for a new list of top events!
#4. The 32nd Annual Cranberry Festival – October 17th & 18th, Chatsworth
9 am to 4 pm
Presented by:
The Festival Committee of Chatsworth
for the benefit of the restoration & preservation of
the White Horse Inn.
The Cranberry Festival is a celebration of New Jersey’s cranberry harvest, the 3rd largest in the United States, and offers a tribute to the Pine Barrens & Local Culture.
The main attraction is the diverse showing of many artists & craftsmen, some of which will also be demonstrating their crafts as well as displaying them for sale.
Admission to the festival is FREE.
A donation of $5.00 will be accepted if you use the parking area at the school located off of Second Street.
#3. Hoboken Harvest Festival – October 17th
11am-3pm, Pier A Park, 1st St. & Sinatra Dr.
Hay rides, a hay maze, pony rides, petting zoo, moonwalk, face painting, pumpkin painting, balloon art, craft activities, dance & gymnastic demos, live music and much more.
Admission is Free
#2. ATLANTIC CITY EATS and BEATS FOOD-TRUCK-TOBERFEST 2015 – October 17 & 18, Atlantic City
12 pm – 8 pm – HOWARD JOHNSON HOTEL, 8029 Black Horse Pike
Over 20 food trucks, live bands, vendors, crafts, Kid Zone and carnival games galore!
A Mobile health screening team will be providing free screenings for: blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, plus information and giveaways.
Admission is $5. (kids under 10 are FREE). All minors must be accompanied by a paid adult.
Free Parking.
#1. Bordentown Riverfest – October 17, Bordentown
12 pm – 10 pm – West Park Street
Bands, craft vendors, free kids corner, magic shows, face painters and local restaurants serving up some great grub – all spread over 4 acres!
AND A MASSIVE AFTER PARTY @ THE HOB
ADMISSION DONATION:
Donations in lieu of a set admission graciously accepted to offset this huge event & to help restore the hand pumper & the 250th celebration.
BEER GARDEN TICKETS:
PRESALE: $ 15 INCLUDES ADMISSION TO EVENT, SOUVENIR MUG AND FIRST 3 BEERS. www.brewtickets.com
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Honorable Mention
Due to the conflicting rain date schedules (flyer reads 10/24, website says 10/18) – we could not rank this event, but think you should check it out…just confirm the date if it rains!!!
Rhythm & Chowder Festival – October 17, Point Pleasant
12 pm – 6 pm – Inlet Drive