Events for October 24, 2026
Bernardsville Farmers’ Market
Bernardsville Station 50 Mine Brook Rd, BernardsvilleThe market features farm fresh produce, food items made from farm products, and freshly prepared and frozen meals. In addition to fruits and vegetables, specialties include delicious baked goods, honey, soup, empanadas, pasture-raised meats and poultry, olive oil, pickles, Italian and Indian prepared foods, fresh locally grown flowers, and much more. Live music from the PB&J Band. Pop-up vendors with unique products are also welcomed.
Welcome World to George Washington’s Rockingham
Rockingham State Historic Site 84 Laurel Avenue, Franklin TownshipNew Jersey welcomes the world to Rockingham State Historic Site for the 250th Birthday of the United States. Visit the historic New Jersey Dutch Barn for an illustrated introduction to George Washington’s final headquarters of the Revolutionary War. Handle reproduction artifacts of the Revolutionary War. Sign up for tours of the grounds. Rockingham was George Washington's final wartime headquarters. Arriving from New York, Washington stayed at Rockingham from August 23, 1783 and left November 10, 1783. While at Rockingham, Washington entertained guests, issued his Farewell Orders to the Army, and learned the United States became formally independent with the signing of the Treaty of Paris. The historic house remains closed due to construction for stabilization of the south elevation. ? Revolution NJ is New Jersey’s official observance of the 250th anniversaries of New Jersey’s first Constitution July 2, 2026 and the American Revolution in New Jersey from 2024 – 2033.
Snyder’s Farm Fall Festival
Snyders Farm 586 South Middlebush Rd, SomersetCelebrate the fall Season with a trip to Snyders Farm Fall Festival where you can go pumpkin picking. You will find pumpkins of all sizes and shapes. Enjoy time in our field picking that perfect pumpkin to carve. Our Fall Festival attracts guests who travel far and wide from all over New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania for a day of fun at the farm. ? ?Admission to Fall Festival is required to enter the Pumpkin field plus the cost of Pumpkins. Do not pick pumpkins up by their stems. Do not throw, drop, or kick pumpkins. ?Tip: Best to enjoy activity’s first & pick your pumpkin towards the end of your visit.
Full Fun Hayride, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, and Petting Zoo Package
Abma's Farm 282 Amwell Road, HillsboroughCelebrate fall on the farm with a scenic hayride, two corn maze options, pumpkin picking, and a visit with our friendly farm animals! Your adventure begins with a round-trip hayride through the farm to our pumpkin patch and corn mazes. Choose the full corn maze or take a shorter trip along our family-friendly Popcorn Trail. Pick your favorite pumpkins in the field, then ride back to enjoy admission to our Petting Zoo. Pumpkins are sold separately by weight and must be paid for with cash in the field. What's Included In Your Ticket: - Round-trip hayride - Admission to our full-size corn maze - Access to our shorter, family-friendly Popcorn Trail - Access to the pumpkin patch - Admission to our Petting Zoo Ticket Purchase Required For All Ages 2+.
Fall Harvest Days @Norz Hill Farm
Norz Hill Farm & Market 120 South Branch Road, HillsboroughWeekends starting Sept 12th 10 am to 6 pm Weekdays starting Sept 28 noon to 6 pm Last Haywagon leaves at 5 pm everyday. Until 11/01/2026 Join us during the fall for our 7.5 acre corn maze commemorating the 250th anniversary, hayrides to visit with the farm livestock, picking your own perfect pumpkin
Painting in the Garden – Leonard J. Buck Garden
Join artist Wes Sherman for Plein Air workshop where all mediums are welcomed—watercolor, oils, acrylic, pastels. Refine your craft, connect with fellow art enthusiasts, and create unforgettable works surrounded by Buck Garden’s blooming landscape. Plan to be at the garden for about three hours. Pre-registration required. Fee: $40
The Other Side of the Revolution: The Story of the Loyalist Vought Family
As years of colonial grievances with Great Britain spawned growing calls for rebellion, the population of New Jersey was deeply divided. Christoffel Vought and his son, John, both staunch Loyalists, would soon find themselves on a collision course with their neighbor Thomas Jones, a prominent Patriot leader. David Overaker, Board President of the non-profit 1759 Vought House, will tell the fascinating story of the Vought family from their arrival in the colonies in 1710 through their Loyalist activities during the American Revolution and their fate after the war.
Shadowline farm woodland Halloween photo props
Looking for something different to do this fall? Come walk our private farm’s Halloween photo-prop trail! ? 20+ Halloween scenes ? Pets welcome ??????? Families & friends welcome ? $15 per person/group up to 6 ? October 1–31 ? 2–5 PM, weather permitting ? 345 Burnt Mills Rd, Bedminster, NJ Bring your phone/camera and take your own Halloween pictures! Book your time slot: shadowlinefarmpropshots.wordpress.com
Spooktacular Shows this October at the RVCC Planetarium!
Join us Saturday, October 24 for 4 exciting shows at the Planetarium at RVCC. 3:00 pm - Earth, Moon, and Sun (and Coyote) 4:00 pm - Monster Mash Laser Concert 7:00 pm: Halloween: Celestial Origins 8:00 pm - Fright Light? Laser Concert $11 pp for 1 show, $20 pp for 2 shows on the same day Reservations recommended. Please call (908) 231-8805 OR email planet@raritanval.edu for more information.
Halloween Hayrides
This spooky season, the Stable is offering two types of hayrides to provide an all-inclusive experience. Join us on our family-friendly hayride where a tour guide will tell spooky ghost stories along the way—looking for something a little more frightening? Join us for our truly haunting “jump scare” tour. This hayride is recommended for people 10 years and older. Dates: October 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, and 11 * No hayrides on the 5th, but all other activities will be available. Fee: $15 per person. Activity Requirements: Advance registration is required. All participants must sign an annual waiver. Arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled ride. Registration: Pre-registration is required. Online registration closes 72 hours in advance, and the website will show the session as “unavailable.” If you are within the 72 hours and wish to register, please call 908-722-1200 ext. 5528, Monday- Friday, 8 am-3 pm, and our office staff will do their best to assist you in registering for any openings.
Fired en Masse
The Center for Contemporary Art 2020 Burnt Mills Road, BedminsterThe Center for Contemporary Art is pleased to present Fired En Masse, an exhibition of large-scale ceramic works by eight New Jersey artists. Curated by John Reinking, the exhibition will be on view September 25 through December 7, 2026. The public is invited to a free opening reception on Friday, September 25, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at The Center for Contemporary Art in Bedminster. Fired En Masse features Jennifer Evans Arbo (Green Brook), Kaileen Campbell (Bridgewater), Keiko Inouye (Bridgewater), Sarah Poluszny (Sergeantsville), Mike Reed (Milford), John Reinking (Pittstown), Alicia Ulmes (Dunellen), and Kimberly Hardiman Winnicky (Hampton).
Scare Farm @ Norz Hill Farm
Norz Hill Farm & Market 120 South Branch Road, HillsboroughJoin us for a spine-chilling adventure every weekend in fall. Our all-in-one adventure includes 2 Walking Trails and 2 Hayrides Our Haunted Hayride promises eerie sights and sounds. Explore our Walking Trail filled with ghostly tales. Starting September 25th to November 1st, Friday, Saturday and Sundays weather permitting.
In Conversation with the Peacemaker: Zamir Gotta, Anthony Bourdain’s Travel Companion & Friend
Saturday October 24, 2026 At Village Brewing Company 34 W. Main St, Somerville NJ Doors at 7pm; Event starts at 7:30pm SHARP 21+ $30 advanced / $35 day of event* *PLEASE NOTE: Ticket is good for entry to the event; Food and drinks NOT included Ticket sales end at 12 noon the day of the event (if not sold out) No refunds or exchanges Tickets for the 11/7 event are NOT valid for this event We’re having a party! Join Anthony Bourdain’s longtime travel companion and friend, Zamir Gotta, for an evening of stories, questionable decisions, and a celebration of his 70th birthday while raising money for suicide prevention. Zamir Gotta traveled the world with Anthony Bourdain, appearing in more episodes across A Cook’s Tour, No Reservations, and Parts Unknown than anyone else. Few people got to see the world with Bourdain the way Zamir did and what a strange trip it was. From banyas in St. Petersburg, arranging a questionable massage for Tony before heading to a family wedding in Uzbekistan, to filling in on hosting duties for Parts Unknown in Georgia when Tony’s flight was delayed, touring Chernobyl with Geiger counters, celebrating Halloween in Transylvania dressed as a
An Evening of Alton Brown
Although he’s keeping the details under wraps, Brown has said that with An Evening of Alton Brown he’s “stirring up some twists on his greatest hits,” and “spicing things up with new demonstrations, music, and slightly scaled-down mayhem.” No matter what, An Evening of Alton Brown will present Brown as you’ve never seen him—unless, of course, you’ve been invited to his house. Best known for creating and hosting groundbreaking television shows such as Good Eats, Iron Chef America, Cutthroat Kitchen, and Food Network Star, Brown has also built one of the most successful culinary touring franchises ever, performing live in more than 300 cities for well over half a million fans. With An Evening of Alton Brown, he strips away the spectacle in favor of connection, spontaneity, and storytelling, delivering a show that is equal parts humor, science, food, and heart.
AMERICAN THEATER GROUP: Destroying David.
Sieminski Theater 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking RidgeOctober 23, 24 & 25. Tickets prices $51-$61 (inclusive of all fees). American Theater Group proudly presents a unique theatrical experience written and performed by Jason Odell Williams and directed by Charlotte Cohn. ATTENZIONE! Michelangelo’s David is in danger of collapsing! And it may not survive the night. Is it the 500-year-old crack in the statue’s ankle that will bring it down? The frequent earthquakes around Florence? Or the charming but troubled tour guide with a gift for gab and nothing to lose? Destroying David is a funny, heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting solo show about the beauty, resilience, and power of art to help us through our darkest hours. Interested in experiencing the performance up close? Premium floor seating is available. Be in the room… where it may or may not happen! “Destroying David is a triumph. Mesmerizing from start to finish. Brilliant and beautifully layered. This is a work of art about a work of art.” – Broadway World, Dallas “Destroying David is a marvel! A true feat of imagination. A story of timeless art and everyday grief. A meditation on mortality, both human and artistic.” – On Stage, Texas “Breathtaking! shows us that in our darkest, most hopeless moments, art—theatre, sculpture, and the shared breath of a live
The Lord Stirling Theater Company Performs “Almost, Maine”
Farmstead Arts 450 King George Road, Basking RidgeThe Lord Stirling Theater Company will perform Almost, Maine in the English Barn Theater at the Farmstead Arts Center, 450 King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ. Almost, Maine will open on Friday, October 16 at 7:30PM, with additional performances on October 17 at 7:30PM, October 18 at 2:00PM, October 23 and 24 at 7:30PM, and October 25 at 2:00PM. Tickets are $25 general admission; $23 for seniors (65 and over), students, children, and military; and $20 for Farmstead Arts members. Tickets may be purchased online at https://farmsteadarts.org/what-we-do/theater.html or at the door (cash only). Almost, Maine by John Cariani is a charming, heartfelt, and irresistibly whimsical comedy that explores love in all its surprising and transformative forms. Set in a remote, snow-dusted town beneath the dancing northern lights, the play unfolds through eleven loosely connected vignettes, each capturing ordinary people in extraordinary moments of connection. Relationships begin, end, and change beyond recognition as strangers become friends, friends become lovers, lovers become strangers, and hearts are broken, mended, and opened again. Populated by characters who are humorous, plain-spoken, thoughtful, and sincere, each tale centers on a compelling couple and carries its own touch of magic. Almost, Maine captures the wonder and vulnerability
“Agatha Christie’s Go Back for Murder”
Somerset Valley Players 689 Amwell Road, HillsboroughAgatha Christie delivers a gripping mystery filled with twists, revelations, and razor?sharp suspense. When Carla Crale discovers a letter suggesting her mother was wrongly convicted of murder, she sets out to uncover the truth. With the help of a determined young solicitor, she gathers the original witnesses to reconstruct the events of that fateful day. As memories clash and motives surface, the past becomes a puzzle only the audience can piece together. Go Back for Murder is classic Christie — clever, surprising, and irresistibly engaging.
Performance- The Night I Died at the Palace Theatre
PeopleCare Center 120 Finderne Ave, BridgewaterOpen Door Arts Center is proud to present its fall production, The Night I Died at the Palace Theatre, at the PeopleCare Center Auditorium, 120 Finderne Ave., Bridgewater, NJ. Can you figure out whodunnit? Performances will be held October 16–18 and October 23–25, 2026, with Friday and Saturday shows at 8pm and Sunday shows at 2pm. Tickets are only $20 and may be purchased in advance through the Open Door Arts Center website at https://www.opendoorartscenter.org/tickets or at the door. Please note that tickets purchased at the door are cash only.
Underground – Latin Night
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH Somerville's biggest latin party is back with Dramos, Anderson Flight & Andre Ramorex!

