Family, Music, and Seafood Festivals: Check out New Jersey's September Events: 2025
Top September 2025 Events in New Jersey
Looking for the best September festivals near me? September in New Jersey shines as the bridge between summer and fall, filled with pleasant weather, unique local flavor, and fewer crowds. The beaches start to empty out, but the shore stays open. Trails, wineries, and towns come alive with weekend events and cool evenings, perfect for bonfires and outdoor dining. Whether you love food, live music, parades, or cultural gatherings, NJ September events offer something for everyone. Grab your friends and family—this month is packed with some of the state’s most exciting and colorful festivals.
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Northern Jersey September 2025
Festivals and Themed Events
Sparta NJ Renaissance Festival
- Dates: September 6-7, 13-14, 20-21
- Location: Camp Sacajawea, Sparta
- Step into medieval times with costumes, stage shows, and games set against Sussex County’s scenic backdrop.
Montclair Jazz Festival Jamboree
- Date: September 13, 2025
- Location: Bloomfield Ave, Montclair
- Enjoy a full day of live jazz, local eats, and fun for the whole family in the center of Montclair.
- Dates: September 20-21
- Location: Red Tail Lodge, Vernon
- Sample German food, seasonal beers, and enjoy family activities with a mountain view.
- Dates: Sept. 20-21, 2025
- Location: Greenwood Lake Airport, West Milord
- This family event features children's activities, aeronautical displays, food vendors, more than 350 drones telling a story in the sky, along with fireworks, pyro and lasers.
Newark Puerto Rican Day Parade and Boricua Festival
- Date: September 21
- Location: Broadway/Avenida Puerto Rico, Newark
- Join the biggest Puerto Rican celebration in the region with music, cultural events, and vibrant floats.
Morristown Fall Festival on the Green
- Date: September 28
- Location: Morristown Green
- Celebrate with entertainment on four stages, games, crafts, and local food for all ages.
Central Jersey September 2025
Festivals and Themed EventsHolland Ridge Farms U-Pick Sunflowers: Fall Festival
- Dates: September 12 - October 13
- Location: Cream Ridge
- Stroll through acres of sunflowers and fall blooms, pick your own flowers, and visit the farm animals.
- Date: September 13
- Location: Pyanoe Plaza, Belmar
- Savor Italian dishes, join a pasta-eating contest, and enjoy live music and family activities.
- Dates: September 13-14
- Locations: Flemington and Somerville
- Relax outdoors while listening to top jazz acts. Bring your own chair!
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Location: Downtown Red Bank
- A celebration of movies, art, comics, gaming, anime, and more
47th Annual Festival of the Sea
- Date: September 20
- Location: Downtown Point Pleasant Beach
- Browse 250+ vendor booths, enjoy local seafood, live music, and activities for kids.
Latino Festival of Monmouth County
- Date: September 20
- Location: 1 East Main Street, Freehold
- Celebrate Latin American culture through food, music, and dance.
- Date: September 20
- Location: North Wood Avenue, Linden
- Taste Polish specialties, enjoy live music, and shop with local vendors.
- Date: September 27
- Location: Mercer County Park, West Windsor
- Sample over 175 craft beers, seltzers, and wines with live music in the park.
- Date: September 27
- Location: Throughout Asbury Park
- Walk or bike from porch to porch for live music by local bands, all for charity.
Southern Jersey September 2025
Festivals and Themed EventsWildwoods Thunder Over the Waves Airshow
- Dates: September 5-6
- Location: Over Wildwood Beach and Boardwalk
- Watch military jets and stunt planes soar above the beach in a four-hour sky show.
Ocean County Irish Festival
- Date: September 6
- Location: Manahawkin Lake Park
- Experience classic Irish food, bands, step dancers, crafts, and family activities.
The Wildwoods Food & Music Festival
- Date: September 6
- Location: Byrne Plaza, Wildwood
- Enjoy live music, local food, craft booths, and a Kids Korner with games and pumpkin painting.
- Dates: September 13-14
- Location: Ski Beach, Ventnor
- Savor seafood, craft beer, chef demos, live bands, and sand sculpting by the Bay.
Ocean City Parachute Pyrotechnic Show
- Date: September 13
- Location: 7th Street Beach, Ocean City
- See a night sky jump and fireworks show visible along the boardwalk.
- Dates: September 19-21
- Location: Olde New Jersey Avenue, North Wildwood
- This large Irish celebration hosts live music, step dancing, food, games, races, and a festive parade.
Medford Oktoberfest & Music Festival
- Dates: September 19-20
- Location: Freedom Park, Medford
- Enjoy live music, beer, German food, and family activities in this lively park setting.
- Dates: September 19-21
- Location: Wiggins Park, Camden
- Listen to 30+ bands on outdoor stages with waterfront views.
Albert Music Hall - Pinelands Heritage & Americana Fest
- Dates: Saturday, September 20th, 2025 (rain date September 21st),
- Location: Albert Music Hall, Waretown, NJ
- Event Cost: Free
- A full day family-of friendly fun featuring local artisans, crafters, authors, vendors, organization, food, and—of course—music! There will be over 30 booths, cloggers, and a fantastic line up of local Americana, Country and Folk music! Kids can join in the fun too with face painting, corn hole, and more—all free!?
Bring a chair so that you can sit and settle in for the performances, kicking off at 12PM.
Wildwood Crest Seafarers Celebration
- Date: September 20
- Location: Sunset Lake, Wildwood Crest
- Day-to-night fun with live entertainment, food vendors, fireworks, and music.
Wildwood Olde Time Italian Festival
- Dates: September 26-27
- Location: Fox Park, Wildwood
- Celebrate Italian culture with food, a Procession of the Saints, games, merchandise, and free music.
- Date: September 27
- Location: Glassboro Town Hall
- Enjoy tastings from 50+ breweries, food trucks, and live music.
Margate Fall Funfest By The Bay
- Dates: September 27-28
- Location: Amherst Ave, Margate
- Over 110 booths, live music, games, food spots, and three stages for non-stop fun.
- Date: September 27
- Location: 753 Park Rd, Mays Landing
- End the night by launching a glowing lantern on the water at this heartwarming community event.
Batsto Village Fall Antique, Glass & Bottle Show
- Date: September 28
- Location: 31 Batsto Road, Hammonton
- Shop for unique antiques and collectibles in historic Batsto Village.
Last Minute Entertainment Tickets
Need a ticket at the last second? Check out schedules for concerts, shows, and big events—many venues still have seats.
