Events
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Journey Through the Past
Featured Journey Through the PastVisit Somerset County for our 21st annual Journey Through the Past! Collect stamps in your Journey through the Past passport while you visit historic sites throughout the County - all open and free to the public on Saturday, October 10th, from 10am-5pm and Sunday, October 11th, from 12-4pm. Explore the vast history of Somerset County through a variety of different experiences! Join a tour of a historic house, participate in family-friendly activities, listen to live music, see blacksmithing demonstrations, and so much more! Where will you visit on your Journey? Learn more about each participating historic site and their activities at: www.schistoryweekend.com.
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Chinese Lantern Making Workshops
Bridgewater Commons Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ, United StatesThe Center for Cultural & Creative Exchange (CCCE) brings the beauty and tradition of the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival to Bridgewater Commons with a spectacular celebration of light, culture, and creativity. Guests can explore 15 illuminated, handcrafted Chinese lanterns—some soaring up to 10 feet tall—displayed throughout the center’s first two levels. Hands-on lantern-making and cultural craft workshops will also be offered in the Events Space. Also known as the Moon Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a cherished celebration centered on family, togetherness, and gratitude. Traditionally, families gather to share mooncakes, admire the full moon, and enjoy colorful lantern displays and festivities. Mid-Autumn Chinese Lantern Exhibit Date/Time: Sat, October 3 – Sun, October 11; On display during open mall hours. Location: Lower and Main Levels Date/Time: Sat, October 3 – Sun, October 4, 12pm – 6pm Location: Events Space, located next to Vans on the Main Level Cost: $5 for your Lantern Kit Established in 2019, CCCE is a non-profit organization founded in New Jersey and its mission of CCCE is twofold: to help preserve Chinese culture and heritage and to promote unity, harmony, and respect for all demographic groups within the community. Through sharing East Asian culture and art, CCCE provides
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Shadowline farm woodland Halloween photo props
Shadowline Farm 345 Burnt Mills Rd, Bedminster, United StatesLooking 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
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Halloween Hayrides
Lord Stirling Park 256 S Maple Ave, Basking Ridge, United StatesThis 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.
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Fired en Masse
The Center for Contemporary Art 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster, NJ, United StatesThe 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).
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Scare Farm @ Norz Hill Farm
Norz Hill Farm & Market 120 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ, United StatesJoin 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.

