Top Things to Do in New Jersey in September

The Top 10 things to do in New Jersey in September 2011. These are recommendations that are popular seasonal outdoor and indoor activities, events, attractions, and points of interest for people of all ages.

With the official end of summer not far off and the weather still very pleasant to enjoy outdoor activities, September is a great month to catch up on visiting attractions and participating in activities before it turns cold.

Cape May Lighthouse

You'll find lots of interesting things to do in New Jersey in September. This is a great time of the year to take in many of the warmer weather activities and things to do as schools are back in session and the crowds at the Jersey shore destinations have dwindled. With the ocean water still warm in southern NJ, popular destinations like Cape May, Wildwood and Ocean City are excellent choices for a weekend getaway or late season vacation.

Top Fun Things To Do In New Jersey In September

1- Plan a weekend getaway or late season vacation to Cape May

Cape May is not the type of resort that you visit just once. There is a charm and special warmth about the town that pulls you back again an again. Cape May is not just a summer resort. September is very popular with plenty of things to do and the water is still warm enough to visit the beach.

2- Plan a weekend Getaway to Lambertville

Lambertville, NJ is an historic town on the Delaware River with numerous attractions to see and experience.

The curious visitor will find antique shops, art galleries, specialty stores, bed and breakfasts, a brewery and plenty of good restaurants. The more active visitor will try the D & R canal tow path where bicyclists can enjoy a ride for people of all skill levels.

3 - Get out an enjoy the outdoors and some exercise with a scenic bike trip.

The Pine Barrens - Discover pristine pine & oak forests, blueberry fields and cranberry bogs and 3 major rivers. The entire route is 43 miles but can be biked in segments. The difficulty level is easy. A good place to start is in Wharton State Forest (eight miles east of Hammonton) from the Batsto Village parking area on Route 542. 609-561-0024

D&R Canal Towpath Sections of Canal paths winding through quaint towns. 12, 16 & 27 miles - Moderate -Difficult

Find out about more biking Trips in NJ

4 - Try crabbing - Its the peak time of the season

Crabbing is a very popular summer and fall activity along the bays and creeks on the Jersey Shore. Crabs can be caught from a rental row boat using a drop line or a scoop net along the bay dock pilings, or with a net and bait along the side of a creek. In NJ, in terms of numbers caught, recreational crabbing exceeds recreational fishing catches of bluefish, flounder, black sea bass and striped bass. Find the best spots for crabbing

5 - Take a Canoe or Kayak trip

Monksville Reservoir, Passaic County - Near Ringwood State Park. the undeveloped shores of this lake create a peaceful location for paddlers looking to get away from it all. In the northwest corner of the reservoir you can float through flooded standing timber and experience the now-weathered trunks.
Sterling Harbor, Wildwood - This area takes you away from rivers and woodlands and places you in an area of open water. This location is particularly popular among those who like to joy ride in their kayak and watch boats. Ocean Kayak and Hobie Mirage Drive Kayak rentals from Sterling Harbor Bait & Tackle, Richardson Channel, Wildwood 609- 729-1425

6 - Go Apple Picking to a Pick Your Own Farm

This is a great family activity and apples are at their peak in September.
For a list of Apple Picking Farms in New Jersey

7- Take in an Arts and Music Festival

Hoboken Arts & Music Festival
Sunday, September 25, 2011
E Washington St. - Observer Highway to 7th St.
Hoboken, NJ
201-420-2207
A family event featuring over 300 artists, crafters, and food Vendors With 3 Stages of live music. 11am to 6pm FREE

8- Take in an Irish Festival

Irish Fall Festival
September 22 -25, 2011
Olde New Jersey Avenue
North Wildwood, NJ
609-729-0075
One of the biggest Irish festivals in the country is held at the Jersey shore -- every September, Wildwood holds the annual Irish Fall Festival!The yearly celebration of Irish heritage is expected to draw as many as a quarter of a million people to the resort of the Wildwoods for the festival. The Four-day event celebrates Irish heritage with dancing, music, food, crafts, a piper competition, and a parade on Sunday.8 a.m. - 11 p.m. Daily. Free

9 - Take in an Italian Festival with Fireworks

The Hoboken Italian Festival
September 8-11, 2011
Sinatra Park
Hoboken, NJ
201-216-0252
The premier Italian-American festival in New Jersey is over 80 years old. The highlight of the feast, aside from the staggering variety of food and entertainment, is the day long procession through the streets of Hoboken on Saturday, Sept. 10th. The procession runs through the streets of Hoboken. including a pain staking reenactment of the "Blessing of the Fleet" in the Hudson River, The 4 day event has it's huge finale with a huge fireworks extravaganza over the park at 9:00 pm, Saturday

10 - Take in a Greek festival

St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church's 33nd Annual Greek Festival September 8 - 11, 2011
721 Rahway Avenue
Union, NJ
908-964-7957
Enjoy the sounds of Greece with live music and authentic Folk dancing, featuring dance groups of all ages. A zeibekiko dance contest will be held on Saturday evening. Also free Greek folk dancing lessons will be given throughout the festival. The festival features rides and games. Authentic Greek food, including moussaka roasted leg of lamb, chicken riganati, souvlaki and gyro.

Labor day in New Jersey Labor Day - Labor Day is often regarded simply as a day of rest and or end of summer celebrations that include picnics, barbecues, fireworks, parades, water sports, and public art events. Families with school-age children take it as the last chance to travel before the end of summer. This year Labor Day will be celebrated on Monday, September 5, 2011