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!
Newton’s Dennis Branch Library Breaks Ground on $4.165 Million Renovation
Dennis Branch library in Newton has broken ground on a $4.165 million renovation set to take about 12 months. Here is what to know.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 8, 2026
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Subscribe freeNewton’s Dennis Branch Library Breaks Ground on $4.165 Million Renovation
Dennis Branch library in Newton has broken ground on a $4.165 million renovation set to take about 12 months. Here is what to...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 8, 2026
Garlic Fest at The Shoppes at Lafayette Returns October 10 and 11, 2026
Free Garlic Fest returns to The Shoppes at Lafayette on October 10 and 11, 2026, with garlic growers, food trucks, a farmers market and beer and cocktail gardens.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 6, 2026
Lunar Faire Halloweekend Night Market Comes to the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta on October 24, 2026
Lunar Faire's 6th annual Halloweekend night market fills the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta on October 24, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m.
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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.
Newton’s Dennis Branch Library Breaks Ground on $4.165 Million Renovation
Dennis Branch library in Newton has broken ground on a $4.165 million renovation set to take about 12 months. Here is what to...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 8, 2026
Things to Do in Franklin, NJ: Fluorescent Minerals, Rock Collecting and a Zinc Mine Day Trip
Explore things to do in Franklin NJ: Franklin Mineral Museum, Buckwheat Dump collecting, Night Digs and nearby Sterling Hill Mine.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 2, 2026
Skylands Stadium’s Jack-O’-Lantern Experience in Augusta Runs Through November 1, 2026
Skylands Stadium's Jack-O'-Lantern Experience in Augusta runs through Nov. 1, 2026. GA $20, VIP $39, kids 36 inches and under free.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 7, 2026
Hudson Farm Charity Hike for Hopatcong Returns Free on Saturday, October 17, 2026
Hudson Farm Club opens its private grounds for the free Hopatcong Charity Hike on October 17, 2026, with a complimentary lunch and proceeds...
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 7, 2026
6 Best Restaurants to Try in Vernon, NJ
Six Vernon, NJ restaurants to try, from Kites at Crystal Springs and The George Inn to sushi, pizza and The Glenwood.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 6, 2026
6 Best Restaurants to Try in Stanhope, NJ
Six Stanhope, NJ restaurants worth the drive, from Bell's Mansion and the Black Forest Inn to sushi, pizza and a late-night pub.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 6, 2026
Sterling Hill Mining Museum Hosts Fall Mineral Festival in Ogdensburg on Saturday, October 10
Sterling Hill Mining Museum's Fall Mineral Festival is Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, 9 AM to 5 PM in Ogdensburg, with dealers and fluorescents.
Shop Sussex CountyOctober 6, 2026
6 Best Restaurants to Try in Newton, NJ
Our team rounds up where to eat in Newton, NJ: The Farmer's Daughter, O'Reilly's Pub and Grill, Poy's Kitchen, Indian Masala, Mi Rancho...
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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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