There are so many fun things to do during fall around Wayne, NJ! Fall makes all of us here at Mosquito Joe of Wayne think of autumn festivals, pumpkin-picking, apples, scarecrows and Halloween fun. To help you make the most of your fall-fun bucket list, we compiled a list of our top 10 favorite things to do as the air gets crisper and the days get shorter here in Wayne, NJ. Some of these events may be a bit of a drive, but the festivities are definitely worth it!
Car and Bike Show
On Sunday, October 7 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, enjoy the third annual Lincoln Black Label Car & Bike Show at 1910 Route 23 North, Wayne, NJ. This event is free to all and there will be food trucks, live music, vendors and a whole lot more. This outing is perfect for any car-loving kid or kid at heart.
Saunter up to the Saddle Brook Street Fair
If you’re not interested in the Car and Bike Show, head out to the Saddle Brook Street Fair on Saturday, October 7th from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM for a giant block party. There will be all types of vendors, merchants, civic groups, music plus plenty of fun for the kids including carnival rides, pony rides and even a clown. Come hungry since there will be everything from cotton candy and kettle corn to sausage, pizza, zeppoles, and more!
Family Fall Festival
Come one, come all to the Family Fall Festival which is the perfect outing for everyone in your crew! Check out the Family Fall Festival on Saturday, October 13th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Faith Community Church in Wyckoff, New Jersey. Fall fun includes:
- Petting zoo
- Pony rides
- Inflatables (bounce houses and moonwalks)
- Pumpkin picking and decorating
- Carnival games
- Face painting
- Mermaid braids
- Yummy fall favorites including hot apple cider, cotton candy and donuts
Art in the Park Show and Concert
If you enjoy the artsier things in life, head to Van Saun County Park on Saturday, October 13th from 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM. There will be 100 art exhibitor which you can peruse while listening to Irish music from 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM. There will also be a juried show with cash prizes and art demos. After you’ve built up an appetite from all of your art exploring, visit the food truck making delicious specialty grilled cheese sandwiches.
Fall Craft Show
On Sunday, October 14th, the annual Wayne Valley High School Fall Craft Show will bring one hundred quality crafters from three states together. Explore all the handmade crafts which will be available in the gym. This is a great event to use to check a few Christmas gifts off your list. Talented vendors will bring a variety of items including:
- Painted furniture and signs
- Glass ornaments
- Stained glass
- Jewelry
- Apparel
- Soap
- Pottery, ceramics, metal art
- Breakfast, lunch and more!
Fall Fest at Tranquility Farms
Plan a day of fun for the whole family during Fall Fest, running Saturdays and Sundays September 29th through October 28th at their location in nearby Andover, NJ. Fall Fest activities include:
- Pumpkin picking
- Hayrides to the pumpkin patch
- Pumpkin launchers and corn cannons for those looking to test their aim
- Jumping on bounce pillows for kids 2 and up
- Taking a ride on a cow train
- Getting lost in a corn maze
- Kids fun tent
- Giant tube slide
- Hay pyramid
- Petting zoo
- Food for the whole family
Halloween 5K to Scare Hunger Away
Get your running-friendly costume on for the 4th Annual Halloween 5K on Sunday, October 28th at the Garret Mountain Reservation. Also included are trick-or-treat stations, a costume contest, a USATF-certified course, kids fun run, food, music, and much more. Plus, a portion of the proceeds will help fight hunger in New Jersey!
Trick or Treating
Looking for a place to bring kids to trick or treat? Consider Rock ‘n’ Joe Coffee Bar in Union, NJ from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 27th. Come in your best costume and enjoy treats like pumpkin carving demonstrations, games, music and shopping!
Goat Yoga
Want to try something different this fall? Get on trend with Goat Yoga! On October 28th Iris Mind + Body, located at 1376 Pompton Ave., Cedar Grove, New Jersey, will be hosting a Goat Yoga session for local attendees. Keep in mind that you may be subjected to small, happy goats climbing on you. This is one fun class and instructors will dare you to get through it without a giant grin on your face! There will even be time at the end for photos with the goats.
Enjoy the Sunshine in Your Own Backyard
From food to crafts and cars to goats, no matter what you are interested in, we hope you found something fun to do in or around Wayne, New Jersey this fall season. Be sure to add these to your calendar and grab some friends to bring along with you. If you’re looking to have a little bit of fun in your own backyard this fall, be sure to give Mosquito Joe of Wayne a call in order to keep the mosquitoes from ruining your time in the sunshine. Remember, temperatures have to consistently stay under 50 degrees in order to keep the mosquitoes at bay! However, Mosquito Joe of Wayne can provide a barrier spray for your yard that will have you itch-free in no time. Give us a call to learn more about our services.
