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Events Not to Miss:
What: St. Peter's Carnival
Why: Enjoy four days' worth of rides, games, and family entertainment.
When: Thursday September 25-Sunday September 28, check for daily times
Where: 445 Fifth Ave., River Edge
Why: Fall is in the air as you celebrate with carnival rides, hands-on activities for all ages, and live music.
When: Friday September 26-Sunday September 28, check schedule per day
Where: Overpeck County Park, Ridgefield Park
Why: The museum reopens for fall with the new Somewhere in Fardale exhibit, plus model trains and more.
When: Saturday September 27, 1-4 pm
Where: Mahwah Museum, Mahwah
Why: Create a canvas masterpiece — all supplies included — as you sip your favorite bottle.
When: Saturday September 27, 5:30-7:30 pm
Where: Stokes Farm, Old Tappan
What: Halloween Light Show
Why: Enjoy a not-so-frightful drive through the farm as it's lit up with a spook-free glow.
When: Opens Saturday September 27-Friday October 31, 6:30-8 pm
Where: Demarest Farms, Hillsdale
What: Music Fest
Why: BYO chair to enjoy live music all day from Indie Pop Rock to Beatles Tribute (and music for kids, too).
When: Sunday September 28, 10 am-5:30 pm
Where: Borough Hall Lawn, Glen Rock
What: Kate McKinnon
Why: Meet the actress and comedian as she signs her new book, The Millicent Quibb.
When: Sunday September 28, 12 pm
Where: Books & Greetings, Northvale
Why: Enjoy cultural live performances inspired by ancient folklore.
When: Sunday September 28, 12-4 pm
Where: American Dream, East Rutherford
Why: Stroll, shop, and stop to have some smiles for the kids at the kids zone.
When: Sunday September 28, 10 am
Where: Market Street & Mayhill St., Saddle Brook
What: Henry Winkler
Why: Meet the Happy Days star as he signs his new book, Detective Duck.
When: Monday September 29, 6 pm
Where: Bookends, Ridgewood
What: Apple Cider Making
Why: This apple-solutely delish and fun day mixes learning with tasting.
When: Sundays through October 19, 2 pm and 3:30 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, Tenafly
Why: Fall has arrived at secor farms with pumpkins, hayrides, and more.
When: Now through Sunday November 2, 3-4:30 pm weekdays, 9:30 am-4 pm weekends
Where: Secor Farms, Mahwah
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
Why: Take a walk through over 6,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns then stay for the rest of the fall fest.
When: Friday September 26-Sunday November 2, 7 pm
Where: Skylands Stadium, Augusta
What: Boo at the Zoo
Why: Halloween is back at the zoo with some new happenings, including a pumpkin garden, candy trail, and boo dance party.
When: Opens Saturday September 27-Sunday October 26
Where: Bronx Zoo, Bronx
What: BioBlitz
Why: Explore the birds, bugs, and plants during this family-friendly event.
When: Sunday September 28, 7:30-11 am guided, all-day self-guided
Where: Edelman Fossil Park & Museum, Mantua
Why: This free event for all has pumpkin decorating, crafts, games, and lively music.
When: Sunday September 28, 11 am-1 pm
Where: Spiotta Park, South Orange
Why: Come one, come all for the faire filled with special events, kids games, friendly competitions, and more.
When: Now through Sunday, October 5, 10 am-7 pm
Where: 600 Rte. 17A, Tuxedo, NY
What: Great Pumpkin Festival
Why: Fall arrived at the farm with pumpkin picking, a boo barn, gem mining, a hay maze, and tons more.
When: Now through Sunday November 2, 10 am-6 pm
Where: Heaven Hill Farm, Vernon
What: Fall Festival
Why: Families of all ages will love the animal zoo, corn maze, pony rides, and other farm-fun activities.
When: Now through Sunday November 2, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Happy Day Farm, Manalapan
Why: This year, check out new displays, including the Wicked-inspired dreamscape, and gaze at the stars in the pumpkin planetarium.
When: Now through Sunday November 16
Where: Van Cortlandt Manor, Croton-on-Hudson
Upcoming Events:
What: Oktoberfest
Why: Food, music, and beer for you; clowns, face painting, and pumpkin painting for them.
When: Saturday October 4, 12-6 pm
Where: The Hermitage, Ho-Ho-Kus
Why: Celebrate LGBTQ+ history with music, food, and fun for all ages.
When: Sunday October 5, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Bergen County Zoo, Paramus
