Wild West City NJ Guide: Shows, Train Rides, Tickets and Season
Wild West City in Byram NJ: live Western shows, the train ride, 2026 ticket prices, how the seasons work and what to know before the park reopens.
November 10, 2026
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Wild West City in Byram NJ: live Western shows, the train ride, 2026 ticket prices, how the seasons work and what to know...
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11 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.
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Twelve Twenty-Four at the Newton Theatre: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tribute, Nov. 29, 2026
Twelve Twenty-Four, the long-running Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute, plays The Newton Theatre at 234 Spring Street in Newton, NJ, on Sunday, November 29, 2026. Doors open at 6 PM and the...
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Wild West City NJ Guide: Shows, Train Rides, Tickets and Season
Wild West City in Byram NJ: live Western shows, the train ride, 2026 ticket prices, how the seasons work and what to know...
November 10, 2026
Cowboy Junkies at the Newton Theatre on November 13, 2026
Cowboy Junkies play the Newton Theatre at 234 Spring Street in Newton, NJ, on Friday, November 13, 2026. SKYPAC lists the concert as Cowboy Junkies Live On Tour 2026, with...
November 8, 2026
Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge: Trails, Fishing and Birding in Sussex County, NJ
Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge protects more than 6,000 acres of wetlands, grasslands and forest in Sussex County, NJ, and Orange County, NY,...
November 10, 2026
Twelve Twenty-Four at the Newton Theatre: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tribute, Nov. 29, 2026
Twelve Twenty-Four, the long-running Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute, plays The Newton Theatre at 234 Spring Street in Newton, NJ, on Sunday, November 29, 2026....
November 10, 2026
Pre-Christmas Franklin Mineral and Gem Show 2026 in Franklin, NJ
The 1st Annual Pre-Christmas Franklin Mineral and Gem Show takes over Franklin First Presbyterian Church, 11 Main Street in Franklin, NJ, on Saturday,...
November 10, 2026
7 Clothing Boutiques in Sussex County, NJ
Clothing boutiques in Sussex County, NJ give you limited-run pieces, personal styling and gift-ready finds you will not see at the mall. Our...
November 10, 2026
Dinner with Santa at The Windlass on Lake Hopatcong, Dec. 13, 2026
The Windlass is hosting Christmas by the Lake: Dinner with Santa on Sunday, December 13, 2026, at 45 Nolans Point Park Road on...
November 9, 2026
Best Pizza in Sussex County NJ: 7 Local Pizzerias Across 7 Towns
Seven local pizzerias in seven Sussex County towns, from Palermo pies in Franklin to breakfast pizza in Newton, with addresses and phone numbers.
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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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