
Hey Weekenders β
Halloween is almost here, and South Jersey is packed with things to do this weekend! From fall festivals and haunted attractions to food trucks, live music, craft markets, and family-friendly Halloween events, there's plenty happening.
Letβs get into it this weekends events!
Main Events This Weekend
Haunted Haddon Market
Friday, October 23 & Saturday, October 24 | 5β9 PM | Haddon Square, 51 Haddon Avenue, Haddon Township
The 3rd Annual Haunted Haddon Market is back for TWO nights of Halloween festivities!
Explore a spooky collection of vendors, enjoy local food and drinks, listen to DJ music, and check out activities for all ages, a pumpkin patch, and Halloween-themed photo opportunities.
With its monster-inspired atmosphere and plenty of vendors to browse, this is a fun stop for anyone looking to get into the Halloween spirit before the big day.
Halloween Food Truck or Treat Festival
Saturday, October 24 | Washington Lake Park
Food trucks are getting a spooky makeover at Washington Lake Park! Expect a Halloween-themed atmosphere with food, fall scenery, and plenty of seasonal fun.
Bring your appetite, grab something delicious from the food trucks, and enjoy a festive October outing.
Stratford Fall Festival
Sunday, October 25 | 11 AMβ4 PM | 111 Warwick Road, Stratford
Stratford is going big for its Fall Festival this year!
With 200 vendors, food trucks, live music, a magician, a car show, and activities for the kids, this is the kind of event where you can easily spend a few hours exploring.
Come hungry, bring the family, and enjoy a full afternoon of local shopping and entertainment.
Heights Art Walk Fall Fest
Saturday, October 24 | 10 AMβ4 PM | Haddon Heights
Haddon Heights is turning up the creativity with its Art Walk Fall Fest, bringing together local artists, makers, music, food, and community fun.
Spend the afternoon browsing artwork and handmade crafts, grabbing a bite, and exploring everything the event has to offer.
Hosted by Heights in Progress, this is a great excuse to spend a Saturday supporting local artists and businesses.
Haddon Township Brews & Boos: Crawl-O-Ween
Saturday, October 24 | 2β10 PM | Haddon Township
Costumes, cocktails, and a night out in Haddon Township! The Brews & Boos Crawl-O-Ween takes over nine participating bars and restaurants with drink specials, costume contests, live music, and more.
Participating spots include P.J. Whelihan's, Pour House, Treno Pizza Bar, Reunion Hall, and several other local favorites.
Even better, FREE Jitney rides will be available between participating establishments and the Westmont PATCO station. Leave the driving to someone else and enjoy the festivities!
Renegade Monster Trucks at Miller Farms Arena
Saturday, October 24 | 12:30 PM & 6 PM | Miller Farms Arena, Berlin
Get ready for some serious horsepower! Renegade Monster Trucks rolls into Berlin for two shows featuring massive trucks and high-energy monster truck action.
Whether you're bringing the kids or you're a longtime monster truck fan, this is a completely different kind of weekend outing.
This Weekβs Sponsor
Tonewood Brewing
Great beer. Good people. Made right here in South Jersey.
What started in Oaklyn in 2016 has grown into one of South Jersey's favorite craft breweries. And this year, Tonewood Brewing is celebrating 10 years!
Whether you're an IPA lover or prefer a crisp lager, Tonewood has something worth raising a glass to. From their flagship Fuego IPA to seasonal releases and fresh pours, there's always a reason to stop by.
With taprooms in Oaklyn and Barrington, it's the perfect spot to meet friends, unwind after a long week, or grab some local beer for the weekend.
π Oaklyn: 215 W. Clinton Avenue
π Barrington: 50 Clements Bridge Road
Support local. Drink Tonewood.
Make sure you tell them South Jersey Weekender Sent you!
Additional Events This Weekend
Russo's Food Truck Festival
Saturday, October 24 | 11 AMβ4 PM | 299 Flyatt Road, Tabernacle
Food trucks, pumpkin picking, and a little fall adventure! Russo's Food Truck Festival brings together tasty eats and seasonal activities at Russo's PYO Annex.
Grab lunch from the food trucks, pick out a pumpkin, and let the kids enjoy the activities. A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon in the countryside!
4-H Haunted Walk
Friday, October 23 & Saturday, October 24 | 5β9 PM | 4-H Fairgrounds, Cape May Court House
Looking for a Halloween scare? The 4-H Haunted Walk is back for two nights, with different experiences depending on how brave you're feeling!
5β6 PM is designed for younger kids, while 6β9 PM is geared toward older kids and adults. There will also be a pumpkin patch, vendors, food, and a Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday from 3β5 PM.
Admission is $5 per person (cash only), and children under 5 are free.
South Jersey GeekFest
Saturday, October 24 | 10 AMβ5 PM | Gloucester County 4-H Fairgrounds, Mullica Hill
Calling all geeks, gamers, collectors, and cosplay fans! South Jersey GeekFest is back with a full day of pop culture, featuring artists, collectibles, unique vendors, video game tournaments, live music, food trucks, and a costume contest.
Admission is $15, or $10 if you come in costume or bring a food donation. Kids 11 and under get in free with a paying adult (limit two).
Italian American Heritage Street Festival
Saturday, October 24 | 1β5 PM | Cooper Avenue, Marlton
Marlton is celebrating Italian culture with an afternoon of food, music, dancing, vendors, and history!
The Italian American Heritage Street Festival takes over Cooper Avenue between Main Street and Route 70. Come hungry, enjoy the entertainment, and spend the afternoon celebrating Italian-American traditions.
Cherry Hill Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market
Saturday, October 24 | 10 AMβ9 PM |
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Cherry Hill Mall | 2000 Route 38, Cherry Hill |
Get a head start on holiday shopping with a Halloween twist! The Cherry Hill Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market brings together a variety of vendors offering handmade goods, creative finds, and unique products.
Best of all, the entire event is indoors, so you can browse and shop regardless of the weather.
Riverside Fall Festival & Night Market
Saturday, October 24 | 6β9 PM | Riverside Police Department, Scott Street, Riverside
The Riverside Police Department is going all out for Halloween with a FREE Fall Festival and Night Market, featuring the 10th anniversary of its Haunted Police Station!
Explore 80+ local vendors and crafters, food trucks, music, inflatables, axe throwing, a beer garden, and Trunk-or-Treat activities.
Feeling brave? Take the optional walkthrough of the Haunted Police Station. If haunted houses aren't your thing, there's plenty more to enjoy outside!
Boo at the Zoo β Cape May County Park & Zoo
Saturday, October 24 | 10 AMβ2 PM | 707 Route 9 North, Cape May Court House
Looking for a FREE Halloween event for the kids? The Cape May County Zoo is getting spooky with its annual Boo at the Zoo celebration! Dress up and enjoy candy, games, crafts, live entertainment, animal encounters, an inflatable obstacle course, and a pirate ship!
There's also a costume contest at 11 AM (registration from 10β10:45 AM), a special dance performance at noon, and Halloween-themed activities throughout the zoo.
Admission: FREE!
πΆ LIVE MUSIC | SOUTH JERSEY

Rancocas Woods Craft & Antique Show + Woodstock
Saturday, October 24 | 10 AMβ3 PM | 118 Creek Road, Mount Laurel
This isn't your average craft market! Rancocas Woods is combining its popular outdoor Craft & Antique Show with the first annual Rancocas Woodstock.
Browse local handmade goods, vintage finds, antiques, and unique vendors while enjoying food and a pop-up beer and wine tent.
The big attraction? 25 original music artists performing across five stages! Whether you're shopping, listening to live music, or just wandering around, there's plenty happening.
Additional Live Music This Weekend
FRIDAY β OCTOBER 23
Grace Haley β Cool Cricket, Fieldsboro β 5:45β8:45 PM
Russ Knight β LaScala at Mays XII, Mays Landing β 7β10 PM
Five Dollar Shakes (Duo) β Victory Bar & Grill, Berlin β 6β9 PM
Rachel & Ty β Mulliganβs Bar & Grill, Oaklyn β 7β10 PM
π€ SATURDAY β OCTOBER 24
Bobby Williams β Dooneyβs Pub, Egg Harbor Township β 4β7 PM
Russ Knight β Maynardβs, Margate β 6β9 PM
Kadin Sevene β Snouts & Stouts, Hammonton β 6β9 PM
Kat Rivers β Terrignoβs, Bridgeton β 6:30β9:30 PM
Drinkin Outta Cups β LaScala at Mays XII, Mays Landing β 6β9 PM
Aaron & Eve β Tavern & Table, Hainesport β 9:30 PMβ1 AM
Vinnie Trav Band β Bourbon & Brews, Paulsboro β 8 PMβMidnight
π΅ SUNDAY β OCTOBER 25
Kadin Sevene β McGettiganβs, Galloway β 10 AMβ1 PM
Backyard Boys (Duo) β LaScalaβs Fire, Marlton β 4β7 PM
Note: Live music schedules are subject to change.
Be sure to check with the venue for the latest updates.

π½ Farmers Markets This Weekend
Saturday, October 24
π Collingswood Farmers Market
8 AMβNoon | Under the PATCO Tracks, Collingswood
A Saturday morning favorite! Shop fresh Jersey produce, locally raised meats, baked goods, flowers, and specialty foods. Grab a coffee, enjoy some live music, and support local farmers.
π Haddonfield Farmers Market
8:30 AMβ1 PM | 236 Kings Highway East, Haddonfield
Head to the new Fresh Finds Lot behind Wildfether Distilling for seasonal produce, baked goods, artisan foods, fresh flowers, and handmade crafts. A great excuse to stroll through downtown Haddonfield.
π₯ Burlington County Farmers Market
8:30 AMβ1 PM | 500 Centerton Road, Moorestown
The Burlington County Agricultural Center brings together local farms, food makers, and artisans for a morning of fresh produce, prepared foods, baked goods, flowers, and live music.
Sunday, October 25
π Haddon Heights Farmers Market
9:30 AMβ1 PM | Station & Atlantic Avenues, Haddon Heights
Spend your Sunday morning downtown browsing fresh produce, locally made goods, and seasonal treats. Enjoy the neighborhood atmosphere while supporting South Jersey farmers and small businesses.
π» Bordentown City Farmers Market
9 AMβ1 PM | 207 Crosswicks Street, Bordentown
It's the final scheduled market of the season! Stop by the Carslake Community Center for fresh produce, local food vendors, and handmade goods before the Sunday market wraps up for the year.
Real Estate Corner

Craftsman Charm in Haddon Heights!
π 1504 Sycamore Street, Haddon Heights, NJ
π° $599,900 | ποΈ 3 Bedrooms | π 3 Full Bathrooms | π 2,335 Sq. Ft.
A century of character with the updates today's buyers want!
Built around 1900, this beautiful Haddon Heights home combines original woodwork, exposed beams, and classic Craftsman details with modern upgrades throughout.
Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, formal dining room, updated kitchen with granite countertops, and a primary suite featuring a renovated bathroom and two walk-in closets.
Outside, the cedar exterior and inviting front porch give this home serious curb appeal. Plus, you're just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and parks that make Haddon Heights such a great place to live.
π‘ Coming Soon β October 23rd!
Want photos, full details, or a private showing?
Reply βHOMEβ and Iβll send you everything + help you get in to see it before itβs gone.
That's another South Jersey weekend planned!
If you make it out to one of these events, support the local vendors, grab something from a food truck, and enjoy everything our South Jersey communities have to offer.
And if you know someone who's always asking, "What's going on this weekend?" β forward them the Weekender!
Enjoy the weekend, and we'll see you next Thursday!
β Tyler and the SJW Crew
Please note: event dates, times, entertainment schedules, and details can occasionally change, so we always recommend checking directly with event organizers before heading out.






