Rockland/Bergen Carnivals and Festivals October 2024
Looking for some amazing community events to enjoy with your family? Carnivals and parades create a great family atmosphere. Families can bond while celebrating and making joyful memories. Explore the following list for an unforgettable family outing!
New York Renaissance Faire, 600 State Route 17A, Tuxedo Park
Saturdays and Sundays, 10 am – 7 pm, through Oct. 6.
All Ages
$48; $20 ages 5-12
Travel back in time to an age of adventure! Join Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth I, on a grand visit to a beautiful 16th-century English village. Cheer your favorite knight at the Joust Tournament, meet Robin Hood and his Merry Band, and feast on savory sweets and tempting treats. See amazing acrobats, magical fairies, swashbuckling pirates, and more!
Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Palisades Interstate Pkwy., Bear Mountain
Saturdays and Sundays, 11 am – 5 pm, through Oct. 13.
All Ages
Free admission
Be there for the Largest free Oktoberfest in New York! Indulge in fantastic beer, lively music, and traditional German fare. Participate in their renowned stein-holding contest, let the kids enjoy the bouncy slide and house, and revel in live music performances, face painting, and much more!
Kirkbride Hall, 5 Patriot Hills Dr., Stony Point
Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 am – 4 pm
All ages
Free admission
Enjoy a day of food, music, vendors, animals, inflatables, and more!
Clover Stadium, 1 Palisades Credit Union Park Dr., Pomona
Saturday, Oct. 5, 12 – 6 pm
All Ages
$5
Celebrate Oktoberfest with 20+ Craft Beers on tap, over 10 food trucks, live music from The Vibe from 1pm-3pm and Marshall’s Law from 4pm-6pm, NCAAF on the Jumbrotron, and more.
Germonds Park, 185 Germonds Road, West Nyack
Saturday, Oct. 12, 11 am – 8 pm
All Ages
Free admission
Indulge in a culinary journey through the flavors of India. Experience a vibrant celebration of traditional Indian cuisine, from aromatic curries to spicy street food. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of India through music, and cooking demonstrations. Don’t miss this opportunity to savor authentic Indian dishes prepared by talented chefs.
Downtown Nyack, 100 Main St., Nyack
Sunday, Oct. 13, 10 am – 5 pm
All Ages
Free
The Nyack Famous Street Fair is a great opportunity to start on your holiday shopping list. The fair highlights over 300 exhibitors, from 4 states, with a diverse array of arts & crafts, new retail items, home decor & unique gifts lining downtown. In addition to the exciting items on display, attendees can indulge in a variety of all kinds of food & drinks ranging from Cousins Lobster truck, Thai, BBQ, Empanadas, Italian, fried fish, Jamaican & Island foods.
The Shops at Nanuet, 5101 Fashion Drive, Nanuet
Saturday, Oct. 19, 11 am – 2 pm
All Ages
Free
RSVP online
Bring the whole family for a free fall-themed event featuring face painting, balloon twisting, photo opportunities, crafts, music and a can’t-miss puppy costume parade.
Rockland Community College Fieldhouse, 145 College Road, Suffern
Sunday, Oct. 20, 11 am – 3 pm
All Ages
Free
This annual event affords the community the opportunity to interact with many of the services available to children, youth and families in Rockland County under one roof. Businesses and agencies will exhibit their programs and services in a fun, interactive family-friendly format.
Lake Nanuet Park, 1 Lake Nanuet Drive, Nanuet
Sunday, Oct. 27, 11 am – 5 pm
All Ages
Free
Enjoy live music, food & beer trucks, pumpkin decorating, face painting, games and prizes, and Trunk or Treat (costumes optional).
Bergen County
Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Through Nov. 3. See website for exact schedule
All Ages
Tickets start at $26
Bring your family and friends to celebrate the spooky season at LSC! Liberty Science Center will mark the season with daily trick-or-treating, Halloween dance parties, the new Haunted Universe planetarium show, a Potions Lab and more spooky science demos and shows. On fall weekends, they’ll pull out all the stops with a petting zoo, an amazing indoor train ride, and the super creepy Terror Lab walk-through haunted house, designed for guests age 13 and up. On the weekends, they’ll also show Boo! A Halloween Laser Show in the planetarium, featuring favorite spooky hits.
Ridgefield Park Jazz Fest Street Fair
Held Along Main Street, from Park St. to Cedar St., Ridgefield Park
Saturday, Oct. 5, 11 am – 7 pm
All ages
Free admission
Main Street will be transformed into a giant town block party bringing out thousands of music lovers. With 2 stages of music you’ll be sure to enjoy the lineup of talent in store for your listening pleasure.
Englewood Family Wellness Weekend
Veterans Memorial Park Englewood, Englewood
Oct. 5-6, Saturday and Sunday, 1 – 5 pm.
All Ages
Free
The event will be honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month while also celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. Check out the local vendors, delicious food trucks, and kids activities.
2nd Annual Fall Food Truck Festival
Bergen Town Center, Route 4 East & Forest Ave., Paramus
Sunday, Oct. 6, 12 – 5 pm
All Ages
$5
Kick off the fall season with food, football, and fun at Bergen Town Center’s 2nd Annual Fall Food Truck Festival! Indulge in all of the delicious bites and non-stop entertainment and activities for the whole family including live music, face painting, mini golf, arts & crafts, and more.
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 E Clinton Ave., Tenafly
Sunday, Oct. 13, 11 am – 2 pm
All Ages
$36 family up to 5 members
Get ready to “Fall into FUN” at the J at their annual Fall Family Festival! Be there for a spectacular autumn-themed day packed with activities and entertainment for the entire family. Event Highlights include bounce houses & inflatables, face painting, food trucks, petting zoo & pony rides, pumpkin painting, and live music.
NJPAC, 1 Center St., Newark
Saturday, Oct. 19, 11 am
All Ages
Free
The extraordinary talent of regional poets will shine on the Community Catalyst Stage. Activities also include face painting, a DJ, drag storytelling with Harmonica Sunbeam, Honey Marie and Chrisy Fabs, plus food trucks.
Huyler Park, 1 Piermont Road, Tenafly
Sunday, Oct. 20, 12 – 5 pm
All Ages
Free
Get ready for a town-wide costume contest, exciting games, delicious food, live performances, a DJ Dance Party and more!
