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Things to do in New Jersey during Fall.

From scary to delicious, there is something for everyone.

Ryan Nicole Hickey

Sep 25, 2016

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October has officially begun. It’s time to start thinking about all of the activities you want to do before Winter comes around. I have compiled a list of all the best autumn inspired things to do in New Jersey so you don’t miss out on any of the fun.

1. Fright Fest (Jackson)

Six Flags is an amusement park that we all know and love, but the creeps come out in October. Enjoy the regular rides during the day, and get ready to be scared for your life at night. Are you daring enough to make it through the seven terrifying attractions? Don’t forget to stop by the bloody fountain for the perfect Instagram picture.

2. Battleview Orchards (Freehold)

Battleview Orchards is your one stop shop for apples and pumpkins this season. Don’t forget to call or check out their website to see when your favorite apple is ripe! Also, make sure you stop at their Country Store to get some delicious goodies and apple cider donuts. (Get there early, the line is usually long!)

3. Brighton Asylum (Passaic)

This newer haunted house is located in the heart of Passaic County. Their haunted attractions showcase some of the highest special effects that theatrical horror has to offer. Be warned, this house is not for the weary. It is actually really scary, but you will have fun. Check their Instagram for contact nights, which are even more intense.

4. Asbury Park Zombie Walk (Asbury Park)

This event lets you live out your goriest nightmares. Get in your best zombie gear to join thousands of other zombies and walk down the Asbury Park boardwalk and other public locations as bystanders watch in fear.

5. Heaven Hill Farm (Vernon Township)

To go pumpkin picking and to check out the Great Pumpkin Festival, check out Heaven Hills Farm. This exciting Halloween attraction is perfect for kids!

6. Ramsey Farmers Market (Ramsey) Ploch’s Farm (Clifton, NJ)

Just because summer is over, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your fresh produce and novelty items.

7. Bane Haunted House (Livingston)

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Bane Haunted House is the largest indoor halloween attraction in New Jersey. It is guest interactive, so be prepared to be terrified. There are no animatronics, so all the scares come from up to 70 live actors each night!

8. Soul Kitchen Community Restaurant (Red Bank/ Toms River)

Enjoy a farm to table meal at Jon Bon Jovi's Soul Kitchen. Dine on locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Times are tough, so if you are unable to give a donation to pay for your meal you can serve as a volunteer to earn a dining certificate. Good food, great company. Pay it forward.

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Things to do in New Jersey during Fall.

From scary to delicious, there is something for everyone.

1. Fright Fest (Jackson)

2. Battleview Orchards (Freehold)

3. Brighton Asylum (Passaic)

4. Asbury Park Zombie Walk (Asbury Park)

5. Heaven Hill Farm (Vernon Township)

6. Ramsey Farmers Market (Ramsey) Ploch’s Farm (Clifton, NJ)

7. Bane Haunted House (Livingston)

8. Soul Kitchen Community Restaurant (Red Bank/ Toms River)

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The most common: "Is it time to go back to school yet?"

1. “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!”

2. “A home cooked meal at last.”

3. “Happy Holidays! I need to bake cookies and watch movies.”

4. “Reunited and it feels so good!"

5. "Okay, it's January second. Time to go back to school.”

6. "$125 to rent a textbook?"

7. “I should probably get some shifts in.”

8. “I’m broke.”

9. “I’m hungry.”

10. “How many more days left of break?”

11. “I love not having any responsibilities.”

12. “I’m staying in bed. All. Day.”

13. “Wait, should I start working out?”

14. “Wow I need to go back to school.”

The holiday season can be the best and most stressful time of the year, especially when more people are involved.

1. The Family Traditions

2. Enough food for an actual army

3. Never enough space

4. Always Loud & Never Boring

5. Parties. Parties. Parties.

6. Scheduling

7. Travelling

8. The family members you see once a year

9. DRAMA

10. The questions about life

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I'm technically an adult, so I'm legally required to live a little, right?

1. Watch an R-rated Scary Movie in a Movie Theater

2. Buy a Lottery Ticket

3. Vote in an Election

4. Participate in a Run (or a Walk, Realistically) for Charity

5. Go on a Road Trip

6. Start a Savings Account

7. Get a Credit Card

8. Sign up for Spotify Premium

9. Go to a Club

10. Start a Meditation Routine

11. Go to a Yoga Class

12. Treat Myself to a Dinner for One

13. Volunteer for a Charity

14. Participate in a Research Study

15. Bake Something (That Ends Up Being Edible)

16. Go Skydiving

17. Be Called for Jury Duty

18. Figure Out What I Want to Do With my Life

The holiday classics that shaped my life

1."But what would happen if we all tried to be like Santa and learned to give as only he can give: of ourselves, our talents, our love and our hearts? Maybe we could all learn Santa's beautiful lesson and maybe there would finally be peace on Earth and good will toward men."

"Sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see."

"If you won't use your heart, who cares if it gets broken? If you just keep it to yourself, maybe it'll be like my rollerblades. When you do decide to try it, it won't be any good. You should take a chance. Got nothing to lose."

"Remember, no man is a failure who has friends."

"Life is made up of meetings and partings. That is the way of it."

"If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find a that love actually is all around."

"Sometimes things look good on paper, but lose their luster when you see how it affects real folks. I guess a healthy bottom line doesn't mean much if to get it, you have to hurt the ones you depend on."

"'Maybe Christmas,' he thought, 'doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more.'"

"Faith is believing when common sense tells you not to."

"There's room for everyone on the nice list."

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