Savor the Flavors: 2026 New Jersey Food Truck Festivals

Updated: September 19, 2026

New Jersey's food truck festivals draw big crowds for a reason, they mix local flavor, live music, and easy weekend plans in one place.

New Jersey food truck festivals in 2026 are listed across North Jersey, Central Jersey, and South Jersey.
The listed events take place from May through October, with most festivals scheduled for September and October.
Festival activities include food trucks, live music, kids' activities, craft vendors, pet events, car shows, beer gardens, and seasonal attractions.
Several events are free to attend, while others charge admission, parking, or activity fees.
Check each event's linked website or event page before attending because dates, times, prices, and activities can change.

Recurring New Jersey Food Truck Festivals in 2026

Wallisch Homestead Flea & Vintage Marketplace

Held monthly from May through October: May 17, June 14, July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18, 2026
Ridgewood State Park, NJ
Located on beautiful 99-acre site , with a dedicated vintage and antique section, along with a diverse marketplace featuring new items, crafts, and garage-sale finds. Expect local food trucks and live music throughout the day.
Cost: Free

Pet Palooza Food Truck Fest & Pop Up

Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12pm-6pm
Livingston Oval, Livingston, NJ
Bring your pets along. Enjoy 15+ trucks, music, pop-up shops, pet adoptions, contests, a kids’ zone, and a canine obstacle course.

Tewksbury Harvest Festival

Saturday, September 26, 2026, 12pm-5pm (rain date Oct 4)
Christie Hoffman Farm Park, Tewksbury, NJ
This event features, food trucks, antiques and arts & crafts, 2 live bands, a beer garden with local brews and hard cider, free kids' activities, a Car Show! Supports the Tewksbury First Aid & Rescue Squad.
Cost: $25 per car/$5 walkers and bikers.

Denville Food Truck Festival

Sunday, October 4, 2026, 12pm-6pm (rain or shine)
Gardner Field, Denville, NJ
A laid-back day with food, live music, beer, local vendors, and plenty for the kids. The lineup includes a wide variety of food trucks serving everything from savory bites to sweet treats, live music ranging from rock to crowd favorites, ice cold beer, and a retail market featuring local vendors. Kids can enjoy bounce houses and other activities.
Cost: Free to attend. Kids activities $15

October Truck Fest

Saturday, October 17, 2026
Island Dragway, Great Meadows, NJ
This event fetures a day of truck racing at Island Dragway accompanied by food trucks.
Cost: Race Spectator $25. 12-under: Free

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Bound Brook Community Day Food Truck Festival

Saturday, September 19, 2026: 11am - 8pm
Billian Legion Park, Bound Brook, NJ
This celebration features 12 food trucks, live music, family friendly activities, a fireworks show will conclude the night at dusk.

Asbury Park Halloween Food Truck and Music Festival

Saturday, Sunday, October 24, 25, 2026
Bradley Park, Asbury Park, NJ
This family event is a celebration of food, music, and Halloween. The festival will feature 20 gourmet food trucks, live music performed by three bands, two Halloween costume contests, a vendor shopping Village, and an adult beverage garden.

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Pine Barren Makers Fall Fest

September 19th & 20th, 2026: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
3610 Nesco Rd., Hammonton, NJ
This family oriented fun for all ages features food trucks, handcrafted vendors, kids activities, photo ops, and a scavenger hunt map on your way in to win a prize!
Cost: Free

Russo's Food truck Festival

Saturday, October 24, 2026
299 Flyatt Rd, Tabernacle Twp, NJ
A family friendly day filled with delicious eats, festive fall activities, and fun on the farm. Features food trucks with popular fall activities. After grabbing a bite to eat, hop aboard a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch, find the perfect pumpkin, explore the corn maze, and enjoy everything that makes autumn at Russo's so special.
Cost: Free to attend. Fees for food, pumpkin picking

Frequently Asked Questions About
New Jersey Food Truck Festivals in 2026

When are the 2026 New Jersey food truck festivals listed in this guide?

The listed festivals take place from May through October 2026. Most of the featured events are scheduled for September and October, including festivals in Livingston, Bound Brook, Hammonton, Asbury Park, and other New Jersey locations.

Which New Jersey food truck festivals are free to attend?

Several listed events are free to attend, including the Wallisch Homestead Flea & Vintage Marketplace, Denville Food Truck Festival, Pine Barren Makers Fall Fest, and Russo's Food Truck Festival. Some free events still charge separately for food, parking, children's activities, pumpkin picking, or other attractions.

Which food truck festivals are best for families?

The listed family-friendly options include Pet Palooza Food Truck Fest, Denville Food Truck Festival, Bound Brook Community Day Food Truck Festival, Asbury Park Halloween Food Truck and Music Festival, Pine Barren Makers Fall Fest, and Russo's Food Truck Festival. Activities include kids' zones, bounce houses, fireworks, costume contests, scavenger hunts, wagon rides, and pumpkin picking.

Are pets allowed at New Jersey food truck festivals?

Pet Palooza Food Truck Fest in Livingston is designed for visitors who want to bring their pets. The event includes pet adoptions, contests, a canine obstacle course, and other pet-focused activities. For other festivals, visitors should check the event's official page before bringing an animal.

How can I confirm event times, prices, and cancellations?

Use the official event link provided for each listing before you leave. Confirm the date, hours, admission price, weather policy, parking information, activity fees, and food truck lineup because event details can change.