Fall Events In Ocean County

Fall Events In Ocean County

Fall has officially arrived in Ocean County, bringing plenty of seasonal activities to enjoy. From festivals and farmers markets to pumpkin patches, live entertainment and other autumn events, October offers plenty of opportunities to get out and experience what’s happening in and around town.

Here are some events and activities taking place in and around Ocean County:

Fall Festival at Laurita Winery!

DATES: October 3 & 4 and October 10 & 11
TIME: 12pm
Enjoy a festive fall weekend featuring: 🎶 Live Bands, 🚜 Vineyard Wagon Tours, 🍴 Food Trucks, 🎨 Face Painting, 🍷 Amazing Wine and Local Vendors

2026 Jacks & Lights

DATE: Select dates through Nov. 1, 2026, times vary
LOCATION: Argos Farm | 1250 Lacey Road, Forked River

Take a short drive to nearby Forked River for Jacks & Lights, running on select nights through Nov. 1 at Argos Farm.

Nightmare At Gille Park

DATE: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Gille Park | Lanoka Harbor, NJ

Head to nearby Forked River for a scarier Halloween experience at Nightmare at Gille Park on Oct. 9 and 10, with a rain date of Oct. 11. The haunted trail offers a $5 sensory-friendly experience beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by regular tours starting at 6:30 p.m., with advance tickets available for $16.

Fall Fest 2026

DATE: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, 1 to 3 p.m.
LOCATION: Proving Ground Church | 1 Proving Ground Road, Lakehurst

Celebrate the season at Fall Fest 2026 at Proving Ground Church in nearby Lakehurst on Saturday, Oct. 24, beginning at 1 p.m. The annual family event will bring back favorite fall activities alongside new attractions, including a trunk-or-treat and an upgraded hay maze with pedal carts.

Harvest Arts Festival

DATE: Saturday, October 17th, 2026
TIME: 11am-5pm
LOCATION: Downtown Toms River

Washington St. will be filled with food trucks, merchandise & handcraft vendors, a beer & wine garden and local artists selling and displaying their works as part of a juried art show.