Come celebrate Major General Baron von Steuben's Birthday with the Bergen County Historical Society at our annual Baron’s Oktoberfest on Saturday September 28th (Rain date Sunday, Sept 29th) 1 pm -6 pm at Historic New Bridge Landing 1201 Main Street, River Edge, NJ.

- Sample the finest in craft beers from three Bergen County breweries including, Gearblock Brewing, Brix City Brewery, and Hackensack Brewery. Additional cost.

- Family-friendly event includes cornhole games and free pumpkin picking and decorating.

- Grab something to eat from the food vendors that will be on site.

- Come say hello to Major General Baron von Steuben and stop to take your photo with him.

- Members from the Revolutionary War reenactment group Mott's Artillery will demonstrate cannon firing and military life.

- Listen to the lively music of Particle Theory.

- All three-18th century Jersey-Dutch Sandstone houses, including the state historic 1752 Steuben House will be open for tours throughout the day.

- On display in the Steuben House will be new exhibits from the society’s extensive collection including Revolutionary War artifacts.

- Stop by the Westervelt-Thomas barn .

- Don’t forget to visit the society’s authentic Jersey-Dutch out kitchen to see BCHS interpreters preparing soft Bavarian pretzels.

- Take a peek at the treasures in the gift shop while you enjoy donuts, hot cider, and other fall refreshments which will be available for purchase outside the tavern grounds.

- Ticket reservations are encouraged: $15 adults, $10 BCHS Members and Students 12-21 years old. Children under 12 years old are free but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Food and beer; additional cost.

- All proceeds go to support the soon to be built museum at New Bridge Landing.

- Free parking available on site or take the train to the “New Bridge Landing” station on the Pascack Valley Line.

- Well-behaved dogs are permitted on site on a leash but not in the houses.

- For ticket reservations are available on this page. 

www.bergencountyhistory.org, email: contactbchs@bergencountyhistory.org, or call 201-343-9492 and leave a message.

- The event is subject to change!

Click here for the Baron's Oktoberfest PDF Postcard.