Carli Clesmere September is bringing plenty of reasons to get out + about in Bergen County. The month’s calendar includes fall festivals, street fairs, live music, food events, artisan markets, community celebrations, + plenty of opportunities to soak up the beginning of fall. Whether the plan is to check out a local restaurant week, browse an outdoor market, catch a concert, or spend the day at a fall festival, there is something happening throughout the county this month. Read on for events happening in Bergen County during September 2026.
This is a growing list. We’ll continue to update it as more local events are announced.
111th Annual Saint Joseph Festival | 40 Spring Street, Lodi
Friday, September 4th-Monday, September 7th
This annual Labor Day weekend festival returns with live music, food, rides, and other festivities.
Garfield Annual Fireworks Display | 75 Elizabeth Street, Garfield
Friday, September 4th | 5PM-8PM
Garfield is hosting its annual fireworks celebration to kick off Labor Day weekend.
Read More: A Guide to Fall Activities in Bergen County, New Jersey
Ho-Ho-Kus Day | 333 Warren Avenue, Ho-Ho-Kus
Saturday, September 5th | 12PM-6PM
One of the more hyperlocal picks: Ho-Ho-Kus Day returns for an afternoon of community activities + entertainment.
Apple Cider Making | Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Avenue, Tenafly
Saturday, September 5th
A very fall-coded option. Tenafly Nature Center is hosting hands-on apple cider-making sessions throughout September.
250th Walking Tour at Historic New Bridge Landing | 1201 Main Street, River Edge
Sunday, September 6th | 3PM
This walking tour explores Historic New Bridge Landing as part of programming surrounding America’s 250th anniversary.
25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Vigil | Overpeck County Park, 199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park
Thursday, September 10th | 6:30PM
Bergen County will mark the 25th anniversary of September 11th with a memorial vigil at the Overpeck County Park Amphitheater.
An Intimate Evening with Christopher Williams | HACPAC, 102 State Street, Hackensack
Friday, September 11th | 8PM
R+B singer Christopher Williams is performing at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center.
Fort Lee Artisan Market | 2030 Hudson Street, Fort Lee
Saturday, September 12th | 12PM-5PM
The Fort Lee Business District Alliance has an outdoor artisan market scheduled with local makers + vendors.
Super 70’s Rock Show Featuring Super Trans AM | 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah
Saturday, September 12th | 7PM-9PM
The Berrie Center is hosting a night of ’70s arena rock, radio hits, and throwback favorites.
Racefaster Half Marathon | 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus
Sunday, September 13th | 8AM
Runners can take on a half marathon in Paramus as fall race season gets underway in Bergen County.
Fort Lee Restaurant Week | Fort Lee
Monday, September 14th-Sunday, September 27th
Restaurants throughout Fort Lee’s Town Center will offer special menus, promotions, and limited-time dining deals during the two-week event.
Dr. Shefali Book Tour Launch + Fireside Chat with P!NK | bergenPAC, 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Tuesday, September 15th | 7PM
Dr. Shefali is launching her new books at bergenPAC with a special fireside conversation featuring P!NK.
Bergen County Fall Harvest Festival | Overpeck County Park, 199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park
Friday, September 18th-Sunday, September 20th
The three-day festival includes carnival rides, food trucks, a craft fair, farmers market, petting zoo, live music, face painting, 4-H exhibits, + more, with free admission and parking.
Chicken Wings + Beer Festival | 1799 Teaneck Road, Teaneck
Saturday, September 19th
The second annual festival is scheduled for Teaneck with wings, beer, live music, + festival activities.
Art in the Park: Ridgewood’s Fine Art Fair | East Ridgewood Avenue + North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood
Saturday, September 19th | 11AM-4PM
Ridgewood’s September calendar includes a large outdoor fine art event in the downtown area.
Kenny G | bergenPAC, 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Saturday, September 19th | 8PM
Grammy-winning saxophonist Kenny G is bringing his live show to Bergen Performing Arts Center.
Ridgewood Fall Craft Street Fair | 211 East Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood
Sunday, September 20th | 11AM-5PM
The downtown street fair features arts + crafts vendors and makes a particularly good fall things-to-do pick.
Saddle Brook Street Fair + Craft Show | Market Street + Mayhill Street, Saddle Brook
Sunday, September 20th
Another large community street fair is planned in Saddle Brook with shopping, live entertainment, crafts, + family activities.
Budweiser Clydesdales Meet + Greet + Parade | 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford
Friday, September 25th | 6:30PM
The famous Budweiser Clydesdales are scheduled for a meet-and-greet + parade at the Meadowlands.
Celebrate North Arlington Day | 2 Ridge Road, North Arlington
Saturday, September 26th | 12PM-7PM
North Arlington’s annual community celebration returns with an afternoon of town festivities.
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