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The 105th Running of the Far Hills Race Meeting takes place Saturday, October 17, 2026! Join us for a day of world-class steeplechase racing, timeless traditions, and unforgettable memories – all while supporting healthcare in our region. Far Hills Race Meeting is New Jersey’s premier social, charity and sporting event. For over a century, this annual gathering has attracted a large and loyal fan base who return, year after year, to watch the world’s finest steeplechases, reconnect with family and friends, network, support worthy causes and make memories to last a lifetime. Over the years, Far Hills Race Meeting has given more than $22 million to support local health-care organizations. With coverage on Fox Sports, wagering partnerships with NJRC, Monmouth Park and NYRA, Far Hills Race Meeting – which boasts the largest purses in the industry – is bringing steeplechase racing to new audiences, locally, nationally and globally.

Join us at Abma’s Farm Hillsborough for a spooky-good fall evening under the stars! Begin with a nighttime hayride through the farm, then test your navigation skills inside our corn maze using only your flashlight. Younger guests, or anyone looking for a shorter adventure, can explore our Popcorn Trail instead. Finish up the evening with a visit the animals in our Petting Zoo! Keep your eyes open throughout your visit: the legendary Headless Horseman will be roaming the farm! Joining us on Saturday night? We’ll have Oktoberfest festivities going on too, with free admission!

Get ready for a fungi-filled autumn adventure! On October 17th, 2026, Zell’s Farm will host its highly anticipated 3rd Mushroom Harvest Festival. Perfect for families, foodies, and curious minds alike, this vibrant community event promises a full day of immersive, hands-on autumn fun. As a local agricultural gem, Zell’s Farm proudly cultivates more than ten distinct varieties of specialty mushrooms year-round. This festival offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how these fascinating organisms grow, alongside expert guidance on how to select and cook fresh mushrooms at home. Highlights of the Festival U-Pick Mushroom Experience: Step directly into the growing areas to harvest your very own fresh specialty mushrooms. Interactive Games & Challenges: Engage in thrilling treasure hunts and solve clever riddles spread across the farm grounds. Earn & Trade Mushroomlings: Win special “Mushroomlings” currency through games and activities, then trade them in for wonderful prizes and festival goodies. Expert Workshops: Attend specialized sessions covering both home mushroom cultivation techniques and gourmet cooking demonstrations. Whether you are looking to sharpen your culinary skills, discover the science of mushroom farming, or simply enjoy a fantastic seasonal day out with loved ones, this festival has something for everyone. Mark your calendar for October

The 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

Calling all trading card enthusiasts! The NJ TCG Show returns this weekend with an action-packed two-day event celebrating all things TCG (Trading Card Games) — from Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! to Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, Lorcana, and beyond!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH JERSEY’S HOTTEST EVENT OF THE SEASON Join us as we celebrate The Underground’s 2-Year Anniversary with some of THE BEST sounds in Jersey culture. Making her Somerville debut, THE QUEEN OF JERSEY CLUB @uniiqu3music JERSEY’S VIRAL HITMAKER returning for a special birthday set @djjayhood Direct Support: @refilledmusic DJ/Producer bringing his fresh blend of techno & Jersey Club Local Support by: @angiereythedj_ @griffin_moonstone

Come to Snyder’s Farm and enjoy a well-organized day of family fun! From pumpkin picking and loads of fun activities to all your favorite fall comfort foods, like apple cider, cider donuts & yummy food trucks, we have something that is sure to please everyone. The Fall festival is held weekends only, hours are 11am to 6pm last entry and wagon ride to the event field is 4:30 We will not be open on Columbus Day 2025 Dates: October 4/5, 11/12, 18/19, & 25/26. The Fall festival is held weekends only, hours are 11am to 6pm Last entry and wagon ride to the event field is 4:30 We do not pre sell tickets, it is pay upon entry $24 per person, adult or child – Children under 2 free Discounts offered for Seniors and Military (must show Military ID) We do not accept credit cards or cash apps ATM’s are available We will not be open on Columbus Day Activities included: Corn maze Hay ride to the festival site Pony Hops Big Slide Hay Bale Maze Haybale Activity Centers Climbing Tunnels Rubber Duck Race Hamster Wheel Bowling Wooden Train Wooden Boat Spider Web Corn Hole Basketball Toss Football Toss Backhoe Diggers

Open 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.

Halloween fun without the frights! Space Play Academy’s annual Non-Spooky Halloween Party is back on Friday, October 16, from 4 to 7 PM, and this year it’s bigger than ever thanks to our friends at Party Ave Events. Two special guests are coming to SPA at 5 PM! Your little one’s favorite orange-and-blue explorer is coming to play, and a K-Pop superstar hero is ready to teach everyone her moves. Kids can dance, play, and take photos with both of them. Every ticket includes: Open Play across all seven of our space-themed play zones Halloween Dance Party Games and activities Bubble Show Photo opportunities with our special characters A Halloween goodie bag for every child Come in costume! Princesses, astronauts, explorers, dinosaurs, superheroes: every costume is welcome. Coming from work or school? Arrive any time before 5 PM and you won’t miss the characters. Candy is offered only with a parent’s OK. Tickets: Kids ages 1 and up: $40 Babies under 1: $25 (FREE with a paid sibling) Includes 2 adults per family (maximum 2 adults) Space is limited to keep the party fun and comfortable for everyone, so book your family’s spots early. This safe, cozy, not-scary Halloween celebration

Two legendary Motown groups share the stage for one unforgettable night of timeless hits, smooth harmonies, and classic soul. Experience The Temptations performing favorites like “My Girl” and “Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me),” alongside The Four Tops’ classics “Reach Out I’ll Be There” and “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch),” in a celebration of the music that continues to inspire generations of fans. The Temptations The Temptations, often referred to as American music royalty, are world-renowned superstars of entertainment, celebrated for their phenomenal catalog of music and enduring influence on popular culture. Led by founding member Dr. Otis Williams, the legendary group continues to captivate audiences with timeless hits including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me),” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” and “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone.” Ranked No. 1 on Billboard’s list of the “Greatest R&B/Hip-Hop Artists of All Time,” The Temptations have also been named among Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Artists of All Time.” Their remarkable story inspired the hit Broadway musical Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations, which earned 12 Tony® nominations and won the Tony® Award for Best Choreography. Decades after redefining soul and R&B