Explore Sussex County, NJ's top spots, events, activities, hidden gems and more!
Explore Sussex County, NJ's top spots, events, activities, hidden gems and more!
Boo at the Zoo at Space Farms in Wantage: Kids in Costume Get In Free October 24 and 25, 2026
Kids under 12 in costume get in free with a full priced adult at Space Farms Zoo in Wantage on October 24 and 25, 2026, with goodie bags and a...
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Subscribe freeBoo at the Zoo at Space Farms in Wantage: Kids in Costume Get In Free October 24 and 25, 2026
Kids under 12 in costume get in free with a full priced adult at Space Farms Zoo in Wantage on October 24 and...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 1, 2026
Boo at the Zoo at Space Farms in Wantage: Kids in Costume Get In Free October 24 and 25, 2026
Kids under 12 in costume get in free with a full priced adult at Space Farms Zoo in Wantage on October 24 and 25, 2026, with goodie bags and a...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 1, 2026
Shop Sussex County is your local guide to Sussex County, NJ
Shop Sussex County is an independent local media brand covering the 24 towns of Sussex County, New Jersey, from Newton and Sparta to Vernon, Hopatcong, Franklin and Wantage. We publish event roundups, things to do, food and drink features and community news, with a focus on the farms, festivals, trails and small businesses that make the Skylands special. Want the best of it every week? Subscribe free.
Boo at the Zoo at Space Farms in Wantage: Kids in Costume Get In Free October 24 and 25, 2026
Kids under 12 in costume get in free with a full priced adult at Space Farms Zoo in Wantage on October 24 and...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 1, 2026
Halloween Events in Sussex County This Weekend, October 2 to 4, 2026
Sussex County lights up for Halloween this weekend, Friday, October 2, through Sunday, October 4, 2026. We rounded up eight confirmed events, from...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 1, 2026
Mountain Creek’s Fall Fest in Vernon Runs Weekends Through October 25, 2026
Mountain Creek Fall Fest runs weekends through Oct. 25, 2026 in Vernon. Sky Ride $14.99, free hay maze and pumpkin painting.
Shop Sussex CountySeptember 30, 2026
Harvest Honey & Garlic Festival Returns Free to Augusta on October 17, 2026
Free Harvest, Honey & Garlic Festival returns Sat., Oct. 17, 2026, at the Augusta Fairgrounds, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shop Sussex CountySeptember 30, 2026
Heaven Hill Farm’s Great Pumpkin Festival in Vernon Runs Through November 8, 2026
Heaven Hill Farm's Great Pumpkin Festival in Vernon runs through Nov. 8, 2026. See hours, ticket prices and what's included.
Shop Sussex CountySeptember 29, 2026
Rock the Ribbon Breast Cancer Benefit Concert at Echo Fields in Westtown, NY on October 3 Supports the Yarosz Family
Rock the Ribbon, a breast cancer benefit concert at Echo Fields in Westtown, NY on Saturday, October 3, supports local mom and first...
Shop Sussex CountySeptember 29, 2026
Where to Eat and Drink in Sparta, NJ: Lake Mohawk Brew Pubs, Italian and Patio Dining
Our team is spotlighting where to eat and drink in Sparta, NJ, this fall, with a focus on Lake Mohawk boardwalk favorites and...
Shop Sussex CountySeptember 29, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sussex County
Quick answers about Sussex County, New Jersey, from the Shop Sussex County team.
What is Shop Sussex County?
Shop Sussex County is an independent local guide to Sussex County, New Jersey. We cover events, things to do, food and drink, and community news across all 24 municipalities. We are the sister brand of Shop Morris County, and local businesses reach our audience through advertising.
What towns are in Sussex County, NJ?
Sussex County has 24 municipalities: Andover Borough, Andover Township, Branchville, Byram, Frankford, Franklin, Fredon, Green, Hamburg, Hampton, Hardyston, Hopatcong, Lafayette, Montague, Newton, Ogdensburg, Sandyston, Sparta, Stanhope, Stillwater, Sussex Borough, Vernon, Walpack and Wantage. Newton is the county seat.
What are the best things to do in Sussex County?
Sussex County is New Jersey's outdoor county. Popular picks include High Point State Park, home to the highest point in the state, Stokes State Forest, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Lake Hopatcong, Mountain Creek in Vernon, and the Appalachian Trail. Families also love Space Farms Zoo and Museum, Wild West City in Byram, and the mineral museums in Franklin and Ogdensburg. Check our Things To Do section for what is happening this week.
Where is the New Jersey State Fair held?
The New Jersey State Fair Sussex County Farm and Horse Show is held each summer at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, part of Frankford Township. It is one of the biggest annual events in the county.
Why is Franklin called the Fluorescent Mineral Capital of the World?
The zinc mines of Franklin and Ogdensburg produced minerals that glow under ultraviolet light, many found nowhere else on earth. You can see them at the Franklin Mineral Museum and the Sterling Hill Mining Museum.
Where can I go apple and pumpkin picking in Sussex County?
Fall is peak season in Sussex County, with farm stands, orchards, corn mazes and pumpkin festivals across Vernon, Newton, Wantage and beyond. We publish updated fall guides every season, so check our Events section for current dates and hours.
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