Ayaan Mukherjee 
In Bergen County, fall brings block parties, church feasts, and biergartens, all bringing the community together. From a century-old Italian festival in Lodi to Oktoberfest celebrations across the county, Bergen has everything the season could offer. You’ll find hearty food, cold beer, and enough live music to last you a lifetime. Read on for all the fall festivals in Bergen County, NJ.
St. Joseph’s Feast | 40 Spring Street, Lodi
Friday, September 4th – Monday, September 7th
The 111th Annual St. Joseph Festival returns to Lodi at 40 Spring Street, with live music each night, including Rock Solid Band and Everlasting Love Ent. The event will also have food, games, and riddles. It all culminates Monday with a 4PM Mass followed by the Saint Joseph Procession and a performance by the Individuals Band.
Bergen County Fall Harvest Fest | Overpeck County Park, Ridgefield Park
Friday, September 18th – Sunday, September 20th | 2PM
The Bergen County Fall Harvest Festival returns to Overpeck County Park in Ridgefield Park with free admission and parking. The family-friendly event features carnival rides, a craft fair, petting zoo, farmers market, and live music starting at 2PM each day. Food trucks will be the culinary highlight of the weekend. Attendees are asked to bring non-perishable food items to support the Bergen County Food Security Task Force.
St. Anne’s Carnival and Food Fest | 15-05 St. Anne Street, Fair Lawn
Friday, September 18th – Sunday, September 20th
The St. Anne’s Carnival and Food Fest returns to the church grounds in Fair Lawn, running from Friday evening through Sunday night. The event will have food trucks, a beer garden, and carnival rides for all ages.
The Baron’s Oktoberfest | 1209 Main Street, River Edge
Saturday, September 26th | 1PM – 6PM
The Baron’s Oktoberfest is coming back to Historic New Bridge Landing in River Edge from 1PM to 6PM, celebrating Major-General Baron von Steuben as a part of the Bergen County Historical Society’s 250th anniversary celebration. The event will have beer, food, pumpkin picking, and kids’ games.
Leonia Oktoberfest | 227 Fort Lee Road, Leonia
Saturday, September 26th | 1PM – 9PM
The Leonia Oktoberfest returns to Wood Park at 227 Fort Lee Road from 1PM to 9PM. Hosted by the Rotary Club of the Palisades, the family-friendly event includes music, food and Bavarian tradition while raising money for charity.
Ridgefield Park Street Fair + Food Truck Fest | Main Street, Ridgefield Park
Saturday, October 3rd | 10AM – 5PM
The Ridgefield Park Street Fair and Food Truck Fest will turn Main Street from Park to Cedar Street into a town-wide block party. It is 10AM-5PM, and is presented by the Ridgefield Park Board of Commissioners. The fair will feature bands and a DJ on two stages, gourmet food trucks, arts and crafts vendors, and a dedicated Kid’ Zone with bouncy rides and face painting.
Hackensacktoberfest | 102 State Street, Hackensack
Saturday, October 3rd | 1PM
HACKENSACKtoberfest takes over Atlantic Street and Atlantic Street Park, starting at 1PM, with food trucks, live music, DJs, and a 21+ biergarten. The free event is family-friendly aside from the biergarten, and attendees should bring lawn chairs for seating.
JAPAN Fes X Japanese Food + Culture Festival | Overpeck County Park, Ridgefield Park
Saturday, October 3rd | 10AM – 6PM
Japan Fes New Jersey will bring Japanese food, culture, and community festivities back to New Jersey after its August stop at Overpeck Park. Expect Japanese street food, crafts, and the festival’s atmosphere on the waterfront.
Halloween Paramus Truck or Treat Fest | 700 Paramus Park, Paramus
Sunday, October 25th | 1PM
The Paramus Halloween Truck or Treat Festival, sponsored by NJParenting.com takes over Paramus Park Mall’s East Main Entrance, with over 20 gourmet food trucks, kids’ activities, and beer. Admission is $5 and free for kids under 5. Attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable food item to support the local food pantry.
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