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PAT IS STILL AT LARGE.

Reports continue to arrive from across the area. Use the case log below to find Pat the Ripper's upcoming locations.

Where we’ll be next

Culture Around the Corner
Oct
2
to Oct 4

Culture Around the Corner

Art, culture, food, and community take over Long Branch! Culture Around the Corner is a three-day festival celebrating the creative and cultural life of Long Branch and Monmouth County. The weekend brings art into public spaces with live cultural performances, local artists and artisans, hands-on experiences, food trucks, kids’ activities, and more. Stop by, explore the festivities, and hunt down Pat the Ripper for a killer foot-long dog.

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NORTH JERSEY CARD SHOW MEGA SHOW
Oct
3
to Oct 4

NORTH JERSEY CARD SHOW MEGA SHOW

  • Morristown National Guard Armory (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

North Jersey Card Show

Looking to score some awesome trading cards?
SELL to vendors, BUY, or TRADE!
Swing by Sat & Sunday at Morristown Armory for the North Jersey Card Show Mega Show!

This major event only happens twice a year!
Largest trading card show in the Tri-State!
This in-person event is perfect for collectors and fans alike.
Whether you're after rare finds or just love the thrill of the hunt, it's the place to be.
Don't miss the chance to meet fellow enthusiasts, check out tons of cool cards, and get delicious one-of-a-kind hot dogs. This is the spot!

See you there!

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Cranford Fall Street Festival
Oct
4

Cranford Fall Street Festival

Fall takes over downtown Cranford with 100+ artisans and local businesses, pumpkin picking, harvest photo stops, live music, a beer garden, kids’ entertainment, and plenty of food trucks. Wander the streets, soak up the autumn chaos, and track down Pat the Ripper for a killer foot-long dog before he disappears into the crowd.

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1st Annual Somerset County Unified Fall Fest
Oct
7

1st Annual Somerset County Unified Fall Fest

The first-ever Somerset County Unified Fall Fest is taking place on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at the Iron peak Sports and Events Complex in Hillsborough, NJ. More than 300 students from across Somerset County will come together for a day of rides, games, food, friendship, and unforgettable memories.

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Foodees Fest - lawrence  NJ
Oct
9
to Oct 11

Foodees Fest - lawrence NJ

We’ll be attending the Foodees Fest in Lawrence, NJ!

Come hungry! FoodeesFest brings together 40+ food vendors and dozens of crafters and artisans for a full weekend of food, culture, and community. Stop by Quakerbridge Mall, explore flavors from a huge variety of vendors, shop local makers, and be sure to track down Pat the Ripper for a killer foot-long dog. Admission and on-site parking are free, and the festival is family-friendly.

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Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
Oct
17
to Oct 18

Chatsworth Cranberry Festival

Celebrate fall in the heart of the New Jersey Pine Barrens! The annual Chatsworth Cranberry Festival brings together up to 150 juried craft vendors, food vendors, and live music for a classic autumn weekend in historic Chatsworth. Browse handmade goods, enjoy festival favorites, and make sure to find Pat the Ripper for a killer foot-long dog. The festival takes place rain or shine.

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Autumn Lands Festival - smithville, NJ
Oct
24

Autumn Lands Festival - smithville, NJ

  • Autumn Festival, Historic Smithville Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

🍂AUTUMN LANDS FESTIVAL: Saturday October 24th 🍂 A celebration of ✨all things Autumn✨ in the park with individual “Lands” to visit in the spirit of the Fall and Halloween season.

⏰2PM-7PM Historic Smithville Park
803 Smithville Road Eastampton, NJ
💛Free Event. Rain or Shine. No tickets necessary.
🔗 Link in bio for details

Join us for a variety of activities...
🪓Axe throwing
😊Kids Activities
👻Ghost Hunter Quest
🍻Beer Garden
🌲Pop-Up Nature Center
🍕Food Trucks
🪓Axe throwing
🍎 Apple Press
⚔️Clan of the Raven
✨Magicians
🔮Tarot Readers
🧶Maker Land
🎭Magic Lantern Theater

LIVE MUSIC
🎶 2PM E Boro Bandits
🎶 4PM April Mae & the June Bugs
🎶 5:30PM Raquel & the Wildflowers

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GARLICSVILLE
Oct
25

GARLICSVILLE

Inspired by the biggest garlic festivals, this isn’t your typical street fair…

 It’s not a street fair… it’s a takeover.  It’s not an event… it’s GARLICSVILLE.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • Garlic-loaded food trucks & bold, over-the-top eats

  • Farms with fresh garlic, sauces, spices & more

  • Craft & artisan vendors

  • Kids Adventure Zone

  • Pat the Ripper Food Truck

WHY YOU SHOW UP:

  •  Happens once a year and it’s free to attend!

  •  People will be talking about it

  •  Miss it… and you’ll hear about it after

  • Bring your crew. Come hungry. Leave legendary.

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