Fall in Hudson County means cooler weather, local markets, Oktoberfest celebrations, Halloween festivities, live music, and plenty of reasons to explore a neighborhood outside your usual routine.

From Hoboken and Jersey City to Bayonne, North Bergen, Union City, and beyond, here are 10 fall events worth adding to your calendar this October and November.

1. Oktoberfest at The Hoboken Biergarten | Hoboken

Weekends through October 17

The Hoboken Biergarten is celebrating Oktoberfest with live entertainment, stein-holding competitions, keg tapping, seasonal food, outdoor festivities, and plenty of beer.

Good for: Groups, date night, fall drinks

2. Hoboken Artisan Market | Hoboken

October 11 & November 8

Spend a fall Sunday shopping local with Main Street Pops. Browse handmade goods, local vendors, food, and more while enjoying a day around Hoboken.

Good for: Shopping local, families, a fall Sunday

3. Hoboken Ragamuffin Parade | Hoboken

October 31

A longstanding Hoboken Halloween tradition, the Ragamuffin Parade brings costumes and families to Washington Street for a festive afternoon before trick-or-treating begins.

Good for: Families, Halloween, costumes

4. Hoboken Restaurant Week | Hoboken

November 9–22

Save a few November nights for Hoboken Restaurant Week. It is a great excuse to try a new restaurant, revisit a neighborhood favorite, or turn an ordinary fall weeknight into dinner out.

Good for: Date night, foodies, trying somewhere new

5. Hudson County Fall Fest | Jersey City

October 31 | 11 AM–6 PM

Head to 902 Brewing Co. for a full day of Halloween festivities, including trick-or-treating, games, face painting, live music, local vendors, food, a costume parade, and locally brewed beer for the adults.

Good for: Families, groups, Halloween

6. Hudson County Fair | North Bergen

October 3–12 | James J. Braddock North Hudson County Park

Carnival rides, games, food, vendors, and classic fair attractions take over James J. Braddock Park. Come after sunset for the full carnival-lights experience.

Good for: Families, date night, classic fall fun

7. Fall Festival, Ragamuffin Parade & Trunk or Treat | West New York

October 30 | Starting at 4:30 PM

West New York kicks off Halloween weekend with a costume parade from Town Hall to Miller Park, followed by Trunk or Treat, candy, music, bouncy houses, and more.

Good for: Families, Halloween, community fun

8. Children’s Halloween Festival | Union City

October 31 | 5–7 PM

Union City celebrates Halloween with a free evening festival featuring rides, candy, costumes, and activities for kids along 15th Street.

Good for: Families, kids, Halloween night

9. Halloween Spooktacular | Secaucus

October 27 | Secaucus Public Library

A family-friendly Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating, games, spooky crafts, photo opportunities, and costumes. Multiple sessions are available throughout the afternoon and early evening.

Good for: Families, younger kids, Halloween

10. Weehawken 5K for Food Justice | Weehawken

November 14 | Weehawken

Trade the fall festival for something active with a November run through Weehawken supporting food justice. It is a great excuse to get outside, enjoy the cooler weather, and participate in a local cause.

Good for: Fitness, waterfront views, community

Fall, Hudson County Style

From Oktoberfest in Hoboken and art in Jersey City to carnival nights in North Bergen, Halloween in Union City, local artists in Bayonne, and a waterfront run in Weehawken, there is plenty happening throughout Hudson County this fall.

Pick something new, explore a neighborhood you do not usually spend time in, and make a day of it.