10/10/2026
Looking for October plans around Central New Jersey? 🍂
I’ve rounded up Oktoberfest celebrations in Mercer and Ocean counties, an Oktoberfest-themed run in Burlington County, and a few more local fall events worth adding to your calendar.
Swipe through for the details!
🥨 MERCER COUNTY
• Hamilton Oktoberfest
Sunday, October 18 | 11 AM–5 PM
Veterans Park South, 2206 Kuser Road, Hamilton
Enjoy food trucks, live music and family activities.
Rain date: October 25.
🍷 OCEAN COUNTY
• OktoberFEST at Laurita Winery
October 17–18 | Noon–7 PM each day
85 Archertown Road, New Egypt
German-inspired food, live entertainment and vineyard wagon tours. Check the organizer’s page for tickets.
👟 BURLINGTON COUNTY
• 3DPT Oktoberfest 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, October 17 | 8–10 AM
Medford Township Police Building, 91 Union Street, Medford
An Oktoberfest-themed run through historic downtown Medford, supporting Throw Cancer A Curveball. Registration required.
MORE OCTOBER PLANS:
• Fall Flavor of Freehold
October 13–14 | 5:30–8 PM each evening
Downtown Freehold
A ticketed tasting tour through local restaurants and businesses.
• Harvest Arts Festival
October 17 | 11 AM–5 PM
Washington Street, Downtown Toms River
Local art, vendors, food trucks, entertainment and kids’ activities.
• Autumn Lands
October 24 | 2–7 PM
Historic Smithville Park, Eastampton
Seasonal activities, artisan demonstrations, entertainment and food trucks.
• Toms River Halloween Parade
October 31 | Starts at 7 PM
Downtown Toms River
An evening of costumes, floats and community tradition!
Helping people find a home also means helping them get to know the area. I love sharing the local places and events that make our communities feel like home. 🏡
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Check organizer pages for tickets, availability and weather updates before heading out. All times Eastern.
Deborah Mara
📞 917-747-5055
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