Discover Every Food Truck Festival in New Jersey This October 2025

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Discover Every Food Truck Festival in New Jersey This October 2025

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Exciting Food Truck Festivals in New Jersey This October

October marks the end of the lively food truck season in New Jersey, culminating in a series of exciting festivals across the state. This month is not only about Halloween thrills and cozy fall traditions but also a time to savor diverse culinary offerings from local food trucks. Here’s a guide to the must-attend food truck festivals happening in New Jersey this October.

  • Belleville Food Truck Fest: October 4, from 2 to 9 p.m. at Belleville High School, 100 Passaic Ave.
  • Food Truck & Fire Pit Festival, Lakehurst: October 4, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Lake Horicon, 1 Lake St.
  • Lawrence Township Community Fun Day and Food Truck Festival, Mount Laurel: October 4, from Noon to 4 p.m. at Central Park, 100 Dave Nevius Way.
  • Runnemede Pike Jam Food & Music Festival, Runnemede: October 4, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Harry Williams Building, 2 Broadway.
  • Sussex County Food Truck & Music OktoberFEAST, Augusta: October 4-5, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road.
  • Food Trucks in the Fall, Wall: October 11-12, from Noon to 7 p.m. at Oak Tree Lodge, 1412 Schoolhouse Road.
  • Garlic Festival at The Shoppes at Lafayette, Lafayette: October 11-12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Shoppes at Lafayette, 75 State Route 15.
  • Pork Roll Palooza, Phillipsburg: October 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Shappell Park, 353 South Main St.
  • Sewell Food Truck & Music Festival: October 11, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Washington Lake Park, 626 Hurfville-Crosskeys Road.
  • South Toms River Food Trucks & Craft Beer Festival, Toms River: October 11, from Noon to 8 p.m. at Mathis Plaza, 134 Route 166.

Expert Food Insights from Emegypt

Kara VanDooijeweert, a seasoned food writer for Emegypt, shares her insights on the best dining experiences in North Jersey. When she’s not exploring the finest restaurants, she’s likely participating in mountain races. Follow Kara on Instagram @karanicolev and @northjerseyeats, and subscribe to her North Jersey Eats newsletter for more delectable updates.

This season, embrace the creativity of New Jersey’s food scene as you celebrate not just the flavors of fall but also the thriving community of food trucks. Whether you are a local or visiting, these events are sure to offer something deliciously unexpected.