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!
Sparta NJ Nonprofits to Know and Support
Sparta NJ nonprofits to know and support, from the Van Kirk Homestead Museum to Lake Mohawk preservation, and how you can help each one.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 25, 2026
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Sparta NJ nonprofits to know and support, from the Van Kirk Homestead Museum to Lake Mohawk preservation, and how you can help each...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 25, 2026
9 Best Restaurants to Try in Sussex, NJ
Our team rounds up the best restaurants in Sussex, NJ: Early American Tavern, Bearded Baby Que, Old Stone, The Sussex Saloon, Indian Spice Route 23 and Cow Patty's.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 8, 2026
Salute to Veterans Sussex County 2026: Nov 1 at the Fairgrounds in Augusta
Sussex County honors its military veterans with a parade and celebration at the fairgrounds in Augusta on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m. Here is what to...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 25, 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.
Sparta NJ Nonprofits to Know and Support
Sparta NJ nonprofits to know and support, from the Van Kirk Homestead Museum to Lake Mohawk preservation, and how you can help each...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 25, 2026
9 Best Restaurants to Try in Wantage, NJ
Our 9 best restaurants in Wantage, NJ: burgers, hibachi, Chinese, pizza, a diner by Sussex Airport, bagels, a deli and a bakery.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 20, 2026
The Homestead’s Holiday Market Brings 40+ Vendors to Sparta on Nov. 7
The Homestead's Holiday Market brings 40+ local vendors, live music and farm animals to Sparta on Nov. 7, 2026. Free admission.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 25, 2026
7 Antique Shops in Sussex County NJ Worth the Drive
Antique shops in Sussex County NJ, from the Lafayette Mill and two Andover co-ops to vintage finds in Branchville and Newton.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 25, 2026
Things to Do in Vernon NJ: Mountain Creek, Farms, Hikes and More
From Mountain Creek and Heaven Hill Farm to the Appalachian Trail boardwalk and Wawayanda State Park, here are the best things to do...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 24, 2026
High Point State Park NJ Guide: Monument, Hours, Fees and Trails
High Point State Park guide: monument hours, entrance fees, trails, Lake Marcia, camping and winter skiing at New Jersey's highest point.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 24, 2026
Peters Valley Handmade Holiday Event 2026 in Layton, NJ
Peters Valley School of Craft fills its Layton gallery with handmade holiday gifts from Nov. 14 to Dec. 31, 2026. Hours and details.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 24, 2026
11 Sussex County NJ Farms and Farm Markets to Visit
Sussex County NJ farms to visit now, from year-round farm markets in Sparta and Andover to grass-fed beef and pastured pork in Wantage.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 24, 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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