8 End-Of-Summer Fairs For Family Fun

These carnivals and festivals help make summer’s grand finale a big one in Bergen County.
Anastasiia Chokhliad,
1 Summer Fairs

Stop sharing “summer is over” posts on social media—the season doesn’t officially change to fall until Sept. 22. If you had a blast attending events over Labor Day Weekend, then you’ll love continuing summer fun at these upcoming, family-friendly fairs, carnivals and festivals. They’re all free to attend, and the best part is the weather won’t be as sweltering as it was during the carnivals in June and July.

Here are eight events to check out:

Multicultural Festival, Rutherford, Sept. 7, noon to 7 p.m. Join hundreds of others at the borough’s Lincoln Park for great vendors, delicious food, fun entertainment, amazing music and more.

St. Mark’s End of Summer Festival, Paramus, Sept. 7–8, hours vary. All residents can attend the annual fair, which features games, barbecue, baked goods and other family fun activities.

Elmwood Park Community Day Festival, Sept. 14, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Market Street will transform into a giant block party, complete with exhibitors, vendors, arts and crafts, rides, games and food trucks.

Ridgewood Fall Craft Street Fair, Sept. 15, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This annual event along East Ridgewood Avenue attracts exhibitors, vendors and visitors from three states. Live music, entertainment, inflatables and rides also are part of the fun.

St. Peter’s Carnival, River Edge, Sept. 19–22, hours vary. Visitors of all ages can enjoy rides, games, prizes, food, raffles and more. Admission is free; rides and games cost extra.

Bergen County Fall Harvest Festival, Ridgefield Park, Sept. 20–22, hours vary. Experience the joys of autumn during the last days of summer. The event at Overpeck County Park includes carnival rides, food trucks, vendors, a petting zoo, and live music. Admission is free; rides are extra.

Glen Rock Street Fair and Craft Show, Sept. 22, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stroll along Rock Road and Main Street, browse the wares of artisans and indulge in delicious festival foods.

Saddle Brook Street Fair and Craft Show, Saddle Brook, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Head to Market and Mayhill streets for this annual event, featuring dozens of arts and crafts vendors, food vendors and other local organizations.

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