As the fall season settles in, New Jersey craft breweries are turning up the fun with live music, food trucks, and community-focused events across the state. Beer enthusiasts and music lovers alike have plenty of options today, October 24, and throughout the weekend, combining seasonal brews with vibrant local culture.
Montclair Brewery kicks off tonight with the Tortas Lokas food truck serving up Latin-inspired bites from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., while the funk and soul trio Trio Lagos takes the stage from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., bringing infectious rhythms to the beer garden. Nearby, Booterbeer Brewing Company in Colliers Mill is hosting live acoustic music from Stone Martin, accompanied by rotating food trucks, beginning at 6 p.m. For those looking for a charitable twist on a night out, Farmers & Bankers Brewing in Woodstown is partnering with the Rotary Club for “Rotary Night Out,” complete with raffles and community cheers from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bent Iron Brewing Co. offers an evening with the band LakeHouse starting at 5 p.m., while Varitage Brew Works features Doug McClure performing acoustic rock, pop, and folk music from 7 p.m. The Rachel & Ty Band hits the stage at Double Nickel Brewing Company at 6 p.m., and Five Dimes Brewery Westwood celebrates Oktoberfest in collaboration with Sts. Vartanantz Church, offering craft beer, wine, and seasonal food starting at 7 p.m. The Hoboken Biergarten continues Oktoberfest festivities with traditional German brews and cuisine, inviting patrons to experience the season’s flavors.
The weekend, October 25–26, expands opportunities for live entertainment and craft beer tasting. Spellbound Brewing in Mount Holly marks its 11th Anniversary with a Halloween-themed party starting at noon on Saturday. Dr. Brewlittle’s Beer Co. in Maple Shade hosts “Rhythm & Brews,” featuring hip-hop and R&B performances at 7 p.m., while Montclair Brewery welcomes the Rhythm & Ribz Smokehouse food truck on Saturday evening and hosts Clarke Theory on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Diamond Spring Brewing Company in Denville presents Naughty Humphrey live at 1 p.m. on Sunday, and Wayne’s Seven Tribesmen Brewery offers Sherin and Garrett performing acoustic tunes in the beer garden from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Dr. Brewlittle’s Beer Co. also highlights local talent with “Writers Round: The Philly Edition” at 4 p.m., and Hackensack Brewing hosts a fundraiser supporting the Teaneck Creek Conservancy at 12:30 p.m.
Looking ahead, the New Jersey craft beer scene is expanding with Wanderback Beer Works planning a two-story brewery at the Vineland Convention Center in 2026. In the meantime, their brews are already available on tap at various South Jersey locations. The state’s brewing community recently convened for the first-ever Brewers Guild of New Jersey conference, reviewing regulations with the NJ ABC and celebrating medal winners from the Great American Beer Festival, reflecting the growing professionalism and recognition of New Jersey breweries.
Pompton Craft House continues its weekly tradition with New Craft Beer Thursday, tapping fresh craft pours, rare releases, and special collaborations from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., paired with Smoke Shack BBQ & Burger offerings, creating a lively evening of local beer and cuisine.
From live music under the beer garden lights to Oktoberfest celebrations and food trucks, New Jersey breweries are offering a dynamic weekend of events for residents and visitors alike. For schedules, locations, and updates on craft beer happenings across the state, visit Explore New Jersey Beer & Breweries.
Today’s Live Music and Food Truck Events – October 24, 2025
Montclair Brewery – Montclair
- Address: 101 Walnut St
- Rating: 4.4 (351 reviews)
- Event: Tortas Lokas food truck from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Music: Funk and soul trio Trio Lagos from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Booterbeer Brewing Company – Colliers Mill
- Address: 229 E Colliers Mill Rd
- Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
- Event: Food trucks available
- Music: Stone Martin performing live acoustic music at 6 p.m.
Farmers & Bankers Brewing – Woodstown
- Address: 8 N Main St
- Rating: 4.8 (98 reviews)
- Event: Rotary Club of Woodstown “Rotary Night Out” with raffles and community cheers from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bent Iron Brewing Co. – Extonville
- Address: 70 Extonville Rd
- Rating: 4.7 (161 reviews)
- Music: LakeHouse performing an evening set starting at 5 p.m.
Varitage Brew Works – Washington
- Address: 58 Washington St
- Rating: 4.8 (77 reviews)
- Music: Doug McClure live acoustic rock, pop, and folk from 7 p.m.
Double Nickel Brewing Company – Marlton
- Address: 1585 NJ-73
- Rating: 4.7 (645 reviews)
- Music: Rachel & Ty Band performing live at 6 p.m.
Five Dimes Brewery Westwood – Westwood
- Address: 247 Westwood Ave
- Rating: 4.4 (206 reviews)
- Event: Oktoberfest hosted by Sts. Vartanantz Church, featuring craft beer, wine, and food starting at 7 p.m.
The Hoboken Biergarten – Hoboken
- Address: 1422 Grand St
- Rating: 4.1 (69 reviews)
- Event: Ongoing Oktoberfest celebration with German beer and food
- Price Range: $20–30
Weekend Events – October 25–26, 2025
Spellbound Brewing – Mount Holly
- Event: Halloween-themed 11th Anniversary Party
- Date/Time: Saturday, October 25, starting at 12 p.m.
- Highlights: Beer, music, and festive fun
Dr. Brewlittle’s Beer Co. – Maple Shade
- Event 1: “Rhythm & Brews” hip-hop and R&B showcase on Saturday, October 25, at 7 p.m.
- Event 2: “Writers Round: The Philly Edition” featuring local artists on Sunday, October 26, at 4 p.m.
Montclair Brewery – Montclair
- Event 1: Rhythm & Ribz Smokehouse food truck on Saturday, October 25, from 5 p.m.
- Event 2: Clarke Theory band performing Sunday, October 26, at 5:30 p.m.
Diamond Spring Brewing Company – Denville
- Music: Naughty Humphrey live on Sunday, October 26, at 1 p.m.
Seven Tribesmen Brewery – Wayne
- Music: Sherin and Garrett live acoustic music in the beer garden on Sunday, October 26, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Hackensack Brewing – Hackensack
- Event: Social and fundraiser supporting Teaneck Creek Conservancy on Sunday, October 26, at 12:30 p.m.
Upcoming Openings and Industry News
- Wanderback Beer Works – Vineland: Planning a two-story brewery in the Vineland Convention Center, opening in 2026. Their beers are currently available on tap at multiple South Jersey locations.
- Brewers Guild of New Jersey: Recently held its first-ever conference, reviewing regulations with the NJ ABC and celebrating medal winners from the Great American Beer Festival (GABF).
