Barn-B-Q Trail Festival
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Sat, Sep 5, 2026
Saturday, September 5th, 2026
2 Cataract Hollow Rd, Berkeley Heights NJ
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62–79°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
65–85°F
rain
2024
55–77°F
dry
2023
71–95°F
dry
2022
68–86°F
rain
2021
60–74°F
dry
2020
59–78°F
dry
2019
60–76°F
dry
2018
72–90°F
dry
2017
65–86°F
dry
2016
63–84°F
dry
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Event Overview
Howdy Friends! Just a little note to let you know we're looking forward to seeing you again in 2027 for the best ever Barn-B-Q!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-09-05
- Location: 2 Cataract Hollow Rd, Berkeley Heights, NJ
- URL: Barn-B-Q Registration
Experience the Festival
Party like it's 1899! Why migrate south with the masses when you can stay & play at North Jersey's original summer resort this Labor Day Saturday? Barn-B-Q is the best and most unique way to bid summer an early farewell without the traffic, crowds, and fuss. Join us at the beautifully restored Masker’s Barn within the Deserted Village at Watchung Reservation. Our very own Urban Oasis!
Activities and Fun
- Trail Run or Hike: Celebrate the great outdoors with a trail run or hike.
- All-Inclusive Party: Enjoy a 5-hour Barn party featuring BBQ, Beer, Wine, and Seltzers!
- Trail-tivities & Barn-tivities: Participate in fun tunes, good times, and new friends!
- Souvenirs: Souvenir, memories, and good vibes included!
Join Us!
Barn-B-Q is a celebration of the outdoors, running, hiking, eating, drinking, music, games, friends old and new, & fun!
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