• Princeton Collects, Princeton University Art Museum, All Day
  The Princeton University Art Museum will open "Princeton Collects" from October 31, 2025, through March 29, 2026, showcasing around 150 works drawn from over 2,000 gifts and promised donations. Installed in the museum’s new facility, the exhibition spans centuries and cultures, featuring major pieces from artists like Gerhard Richter, Joan Mitchell, and Sean Scully.
• Halloween, Princeton Garden Theatre, 9:45PM
  The Princeton Garden Theatre will screen John Carpenter’s classic horror film Halloween on Friday, October 31, at 9:45 p.m. The 1978 film follows Michael Myers as he escapes a mental institution and terrorizes his hometown on Halloween night. Known for its chilling score and enduring influence, the movie remains a cornerstone of the horror genre. Tickets are $13 and can be purchased here 
• Fall Harvest Festival, Piscataway, 10:00AM - 5:00PM
  East Jersey Old Town Village will host a free, family-friendly Fall Festival from October 31 to November 2, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can enjoy pumpkin picking, wagon rides, craft stations for kids, and live music by the Sawmill Run Old Time String Band. The event also features food from Beastro and demonstrations by living history interpreters in the Village’s historic setting.  More info here
• 4-H Haunted House and Hayride, East Brunswick, 7:00PM - 9:00PM
  The 4-H Center in East Brunswick hosts its annual Haunted House and Hayride every Friday and Saturday in October from 7 to 10:30 p.m., with a special Halloween night event on October 31 running from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $6 for the Haunted House or $10 for a combo ticket, and all proceeds benefit local 4-H programs. (Purchased at the door, more info here)
• Karaoke Halloween Party, Ashbury Park, 8:00 - 11:00PM
  Emo Night Karaoke returns to Asbury Park on October 30 at 1213 Ocean Avenue North, giving fans a chance to front a live band made up of former members of Just Surrender, Freshman 15, and other pop punk favorites. With more than 100 classic emo songs, full concert lighting, and on-screen lyrics, the event lets the crowd become the show in an interactive throwback experience. $17 in advance, $20 at the door, more info here

• Wine and comedy night, Ringoes, 7:00PM
  Old York Cellars continues its Comedy Night series hosted by award-winning comedian Helene Angley, running on the first and third Saturdays of each month through November 29. The evening features a lineup of rising and seasoned comics, alongside wine, food, and cocktail options from the winery’s menu. Doors open at 7 p.m. for the 8 p.m. show, with tickets priced at $27.50 and are available here
• Smodcastle Cinema Horrorfest, Atlantic Highlands, 11:30AM - 7:30PM
  The First Annual Smodcastle HorrorFest launches a day-long celebration of independent horror filmmaking, featuring blocks of shorts and features from emerging storytellers. Held over Halloween weekend, the festival offers a packed lineup of films ranging from supernatural thrillers to dark comedies, including Infernal, The Fuzzies, Housewife, and Welcome to Kittytown. Organizers aim to bring together fans and creators to honor the creativity and bold spirit of indie horror.  Tickets are available for purchase here
• The great Annual Pumpkin Smash, Hillsborough, 10:00AM - 2:00PM
  The Great Pumpkin Smash returns on November 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a spirited mix of fall fun and hands-on chaos. Visitors can enjoy hayrides, a corn maze, and a petting zoo before taking part in the main event—smashing pumpkins for pure seasonal joy. Admission is $18 per person, with all activities included. More information and ticket sales here
• West Winsor Farmer's Market, Princeton Junction, 9:00AM - 1:00PM
  The West Windsor Community Farmers Market kicks off its 22nd season in 2025, continuing its tradition as one of the region’s most beloved community markets. Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the market features fresh local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and prepared foods from dozens of regional vendors. More info here
• Middletown Antique Marketplace, Middletown, 9:00AM - 2:00PM
  The Middletown Arts Center will host its Holiday Antique, Vintage, and Collectibles Marketplace on November 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 40 vendors will showcase antiques, vintage items, toys, jewelry, and memorabilia. Admission is $5, more info here

• Sunday Music @ Union Coffee, Lambertville, 4:00PM - 6:00PM
  Folk rock artist Gabe Parsons will headline Union Coffee’s Sunday Music Series in Lambertville on November 2 from 4 to 6 p.m. The Hopewell Valley native, known for his road-worn storytelling style and soulful live performances, returns home after years on the New Orleans circuit. Fans can expect an intimate set featuring songs from his upcoming album, Long Road Traveler.  Free to attend, More info here
• May's Cafe in the woods, Princeton, 9:00AM - 11:30AM
  Visitors can enjoy a peaceful morning at May’s Barden Café in Herrontown Woods on Sunday, November 2, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The pop-up café offers coffee, tea, and homemade baked treats surrounded by native flowers and woodland trails. Proceeds from the event will benefit stewardship and programming efforts at Herrontown Woods. More info here
• Richardson Chamber Concert, Princeton, 3:00PM
  The Richardson Chamber Players will perform at Princeton University’s Richardson Auditorium on Sunday, November 2, at 3 p.m. The program, titled “A Little Night Music,” features works by Mahler, Schoenberg, and cellist-composer Clancy Newman. The ensemble includes Princeton faculty, guest artists, and student musicians, with tickets priced at $16 for the public and $6 for students, while university students can attend free through the Passport to the Arts program.  Tickets and more information found here
• Haunted Theatre Tour, Lincroft, 2:00 - 4:00PM
  Brookdale Community College’s Haunted Theater will offer its “Lights On, Scares Off” tours on October 12, October 26, and November 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. The family-friendly event removes the scares, allowing guests to explore the detailed sets and effects in full light. Tickets are $10, with children two and under admitted free, purchasable here