Best Fall Festivals and Fairs in New Jersey

As the carefree days of summer draw to a close, New Jersey families can look forward to plenty of fall festivals in New Jersey this September. Get in Halloween mode early with Six Flags Great Adventure Fright Fest, chow down on delicious seafood at The Downbeach Seafood Festival, and spend Labor Day weekend with rides and games at the St. Bartholomew/UNICO Italian Festival. Plus, get a taste of fall at local fairs in Riverdale, Bridgewater, and Jersey City.
Check out the awesome 30+ fall festivals and fairs in New Jersey listed below, and be sure to bookmark this list of the best things to do this September with kids for more Mommy Poppins picks.
As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including addresses and times. And keep in mind: Cool things to do with kids often book up quickly, so register or buy your tickets ASAP.
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