Today, Friday, October 30, 2026, marks the start of a weekend filled with fall-themed events and early Halloween celebrations across New Jersey. Residents can find activities ranging from pottery classes to farm festivals.
For those interested in creative pursuits, Adult One-Time Introductory Classes are scheduled at Blue Skies Pottery – Long Branch, located at 15 Morris Avenue, Unit 11, Long Branch, 07740, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Details are available at asburyparkchamber.com/event/adult-one-time-introductory-classes/2026-10-30/. Meanwhile, Argos Farm at 1250 Lacey Road, Lacey, NJ, United States, hosts its Argos Fall Festival! from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. More information can be found at oceancountytourism.com/event/argos-fall-festival-2/2026-10-30/.
Later in the afternoon, Abma’s Farm, at 282 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, 08844, United States, offers a Full Fun Hayride, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, and Petting Zoo Package from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Details are at visitsomersetnj.org/event/full-fun-hayride-corn-maze-pumpkin-patch-and-petting-zoo-package-2/2026-10-30/. Argos Farm also presents Jacks & Lights from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM; see oceancountytourism.com/event/jacks-lights/2026-10-30/ for details.
Movie enthusiasts can attend the STEPHEN KING 35MM DOUBLE FEATURE - CARRIE AND PET SEMATARY at UCPAC Main Stage, 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, 07065, United States, from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Information is available at ucpac.org/event/carrie-pet-sematary/. As the evening progresses, Georgie’s Bar, 812 5th Avenue, Asbury Park, 07712, will host Georgies Halloween Party and Costume Contest! from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Further details are at asburyparkchamber.com/event/%f0%9f%91%b9-georgies-halloween-party-and-costume-contest-%f0%9f%8e%83/.
These events provide various options for enjoying the start of the Halloween weekend and the autumn season across the region.
