Fall in Morris County, NJ: Farm Days, October Events, and Time with Friends
Cooler days, colorful trees, and a fresh cider donut—there’s plenty to love about fall in Morris County. Whether you’re planning a family farm day or meeting friends for a local festival, this is a wonderful time to get outside and enjoy our community.
Here are some places to explore this season, including a few nearby Sussex County destinations worth the drive.
Plan a Fall Farm Day
Ort Farms — Long Valley
For a day with plenty to keep the kids busy, Ort Farms offers pumpkin picking and seasonal farm activities. Enjoy a hayride, explore the corn maze, and check the schedule for extras such as the cow train, pony rides, and monster truck rides.
Plan your visit
Riamede Farm — Chester
An orchard visit is a classic way to spend a fall afternoon. Riamede offers seasonal apple and pumpkin picking, hay wagon rides, and fall events. Check the farm’s calendar if you’d like to pair your visit with live music or a special celebration.
Plan your visit
Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill — Chester
If your idea of a fall outing includes cider and something sweet, put Hacklebarney Farm Cider Mill on your list. Stop for cider donuts, browse the seasonal offerings, and enjoy a relaxed visit to this local fall favorite.
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Stony Hill Farms — Chester
Have a group that enjoys a little challenge? Stony Hill’s Maze Fun Park offers a giant corn maze along with rides, games, and activities for different ages. It’s a fun option for families or friends who want more than a quick stop at a pumpkin patch.
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Two Sisters Farm — Long Valley
New for 2026, Two Sisters Farm on Schooleys Mountain offers a simple, traditional pumpkin-picking outing. Take a free hayride to the pumpkin patch, then visit the farm stand for local apples, cider, cider donuts, and baked goods. Find it at 26 Pleasant Grove Road in Long Valley.
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Union Hill Farms — Denville
Looking for a farm day closer to Denville? Union Hill Farms is the local spot to know. Visit for seasonal pumpkin picking and stop at the roadstand for fresh produce and fall favorites. It’s a nice option for an easy afternoon close to home.
Plan your visit
Tranquillity Farms — Green Township, Sussex County
Just beyond Morris County, Tranquillity Farms offers fall activities, hayrides, a corn maze, and a farm market. Check its Fall Fest schedule for weekend outings and Friday afternoon options. Apple picking is limited in 2026 following spring freeze damage, so check current availability before making plans.
Plan your visit
Before visiting any farm, check current hours, tickets, activity schedules, and picking availability. Offerings can change with the weather and harvest.
October 2026 Events to Add to Your Calendar
Taste of Italy Italian Festival — October 10
Spend an afternoon enjoying Italian food, live entertainment, vendors, and activities for the kids. Recent listings place the festival at Mine Hill Fireman’s Field, 230 Route 46, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Earlier listings named County College of Morris, so confirm the latest venue with the organizer before traveling.
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Oktoberfest at the Park, Mount Olive — October 10–11
Head to Turkey Brook Park for German music, Oktoberfest food, vendors, games, and family activities. The published hours are noon–8 p.m. Saturday and noon–5 p.m. Sunday. Bring friends and make an afternoon of it.
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Garlic Fest at The Shoppes at Lafayette — October 10–11
For a nearby Sussex County outing, visit Lafayette for garlic growers, food, shopping, and live music. The published hours are 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Sunday.
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Morris Arts’ Pumpkin Illumination, Morristown — October 24
Gather at Vail Mansion Plaza, 110 South Street, for a free evening of storytelling, art, music, and glowing jack-o’-lanterns. Activities begin at 5 p.m., with pumpkin illumination at 6:45 p.m. Come in costume and bring a carved pumpkin; Morris Arts supplies the lights. The rain date is October 25.
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Make Time for Friends and Fall Foliage
Sometimes the best thing to do in fall is simply gather with friends and enjoy the beautiful foliage before winter arrives. You don’t need a packed schedule. Meet for coffee, walk together, spend an afternoon at a farm, or invite everyone over for a casual backyard gathering.
The season goes quickly. Make the plans, bring an extra layer, and enjoy a little time together while the leaves are still on the trees.
A Good Season to Review Your Insurance
Fall is also a great time to review your insurance coverage before the colder months. If you’ve renovated your home, purchased a vehicle, added valuable belongings, or made changes to your business, let your agent know.
At BIS Improved Insurance Agency, we can help you review your home, auto, and business policies, discuss your coverage questions, and see whether your insurance still fits your needs while quoting your policies with multiple carriers to make sure you have the best deal.
Contact BIS Improved Insurance Agency
Phone: 973-683-1000
Email: info@bisrm.com
Website: www.bisrm.com
Office: 201 Littleton Road, Suite 225, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
