South Jersey Fall Events Guide: October 2021

September has come and gone, but the fall festivities in South Jersey continue. If you just moved to the area and are looking for the best way to spend a crisp, October weekend, or are simply looking for fun and new ways to celebrate the season, we have your back! The Zielinski Real Estate Group are experts on the area and will provide you with the top events and spots to hit this October in South Jersey.   If you have been spending your recent weekends shorebound but now find yourself in the suburbs, we recommend checking out the local farmers markets in town before they end! Many of the local markets in Collingswood and Haddonfield are open through October and are a great place to spend a weekend morning. Stroll and shop local produce, crafts, and flowers. For a full list of local farmers markets, click here.         Aside from local Farmers Markets, you can find local goods, treats and crafts at the upcoming Fall Festivals. Most towns have one during October and are perfect for all ages!     Cherry Hill Fall Festival, Croft Farm, 100 Bortons Mill Road October 17 || noon to 4 pm Attractions: pumpkin patch, face painting, moon bounce, petting zoo, farmers’ market, beer garden, craft and food vendors     Barrington Fall Festival, Clements Bridge Road October 2 || noon to 4 pm Attractions: live music, fall crafts and flowers, games, kid’s zone, food vendors, fall pop up photoshoot, dance performances     Barrington Flames and Fendors Event, Barrington Fire Department October 10 || noon to 4 pm The Barrington Fire Company is hosting their first ever car show. They ask that you please bring a canned good as a donation.     Collingswood Fall Festival, Knight Park, between Collings & Bowning October 23 || noon to 4 pm Attractions: live music, hayrides, food vendors, chili contest     Deptford Township Fall Festival October 9 || 2 pm - 8 pm     Haddon Heights Fall Festival, Station Avenue October 2 || 10 am - 4 pm Attractions: arts and crafts, kid’s zone, music, food and craft vendors     Haddonfield Girls Night Out October 12 - 14 || 10 am - 5 pm Experience downtown Haddonfield at Haddonfield’s Annual Boutique Week and Girl’s Night Out     Medford Lakes Fall Festival, Aetna Way and Beach 1 October 22 || noon to 5 pm Attractions: petting zoo, dog parade, live music, food and drink vendors     Moorestown Fall Festival, Main Street October 9 || 9 am - 4 pm Attractions: classic car show, arts and craft vendors, scarecrows, pumpkin painting     Pennsauken Fall Festival, Community Recreation Center October 16 || noon - 4 pm Attractions: scarecrow making, kid’s activities, NJ Hall of Fame Mobile Museum, firefighter demonstrations     Runnemede Fall Festival October 16 || 10 am - 7 pm   Sicklerville Food Truck and Fall Craft Fair October 2 || 11 am - 5 pm

South Jersey Halloween Festivities and Events

With Halloween Weekend in South Jersey quickly approaching, it’s time to perfect your costume, stock up on sweets, and plan out the best route for trick or treating. Not all towns and counties designate the same hours or days to participate. Do you know when your town will be trick or treating? South Jersey Magazine has put together a complete guide to days and times so you won’t miss out! Click Here for a full list of days and times based on county and town.    Halloween falls on a Sunday this year, making for an entire weekend of activities! Celebrate all weekend long with family-friendly hayrides, adult costume parties, and brunches. Here’s what’s happening in South Jersey in the weeks leading up to Halloween: Spooky Shopping at the Square Haddon Square, 51 Haddon Ave., Westmont, NJ Friday, October 15, 4:00 - 8:00 PM Come checkout over 30 vendors exhibiting their Halloween gifts, clothing, treats and drinks. This pay as you go event is pet-friendly, too! Collingswood Haunted Hayride Knight Park Playground, Park Ave & W Browning Rd., Collingswood, NJ Saturday, October 23, 5:30 - 8:00 PM Bring the entire family out for face painting, food and beverages, and a spooky tractor hayride. This rain or shine event is $5 for everyone over the age of two.  Kids Night Out Halloween Mullica Hill Arts Center, 50 S Main Street, Mullica Hill, NJ Saturday, October 16, 5:00 - 7:30 PM Enjoy a night of pizza, painting, and Halloween fun.  Adult Halloween Costume Party || 21+ event Laughing Hearts Yoga, 912 W Kings Hwy., Haddon Heights, NJ Saturday, October 16, 7:00 - 11:00 PM Come out for music, dancing, and light food. Wear your best costume and BYOB, and come see the studio decked in it’s best spooky decor! Halloween Booze Cruise || 21+ event Atlantic City Cruises, 800 N New Hampshire Ave., Atlantic City, NJ Saturday, October 30, 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM The official Halloween Booze Cruise of Atlantic City begins boarding at 8:30 PM and will cruise the marina around the casinos of Harrah’s, Borgata, and Golden Nugget. Tickets are $45 for women and $50 for men. Enjoy a live DJ, a cash bar, and a costume contest.  Witch Please! Halloween Drag Brunch || 21+ event Vera Bar and Grill, 2310 Marlton Pike W., Cherry Hill, NJ Sunday, October 17, 2:30 - 4:30 PM Eat and drink during one of Veras popular drag brunches! Performances, dancing, games and more, hosted by the vixens of VERA. Purchase tickets using the link above.  Halloween Fest at Hamilton Center Hamilton Mall, 4403 E Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ Saturday, October 16 and Sunday, October 17 Wear your favorite Halloween costume and enjoy games, moon bounces, magic shows, trick or treating, arts and crafts and much more. This event is limited to children under the age of 12. For a full list of Halloween events and festivities, checkout the ultimate South Jersey events calendar here.  

What to Expect When Moving to Moorestown, NJ.1

South Jersey is a collective home to populated towns, secluded suburbs, and rural fields and farms. With easy access to both major cities, Philadelphia and New York, as well as close proximity to the Jersey Shore, South Jersey makes for an excellent place to reside.   Moorestown, New Jersey, located within Burlington County, is a suburban town. With access to major highways, Moorestown is a great place for commuters.   Between the multitude of neighborhoods and the plethora of apartment complexes and condos, residents have an extensive array of living arrangements to choose from.     The average home price in Marlton falls around $299,000, with the median household income around $76,000.   With dozens of amenities, grocery stores, shopping centers and restaurants, Moorestown is a hub for checking things off your to-do list. You won’t have to travel far to find a Wegman's, Whole Foods Market, Walmart or pharmacy. Gyms, salons, spas, libra   There are plenty of family friendly activities close by as well. Enjoy a day at the Funplex or an evening at Topgolf. Marlton also hosts its own Driving Range, Indian Spring Country Club.   Marlton’s school district is rated “good and higher” by GreatSchools, with five public schools, one private school, and one charter school. Students between 9th and 12th grade can attend Cherokee High School.   If you are looking to make a move to Marlton or the surrounding South Jersey area, contact our team today or take a look at current listings available here. 856-264-8671 scott@zhomesrealestate.com

Listing Tips for Selling Your Home This Winter

Update: We are STILL in a sellers market.   We predict we will remain in a sellers market throughout the rest of the year, if not longer. So, what does that mean for those looking to sell in the next six months?   The Zielinski Real Estate Group will breakdown what a sellers market is, and share their industry-insider tips for sellers putting their homes on the market this winter.   What is a Sellers Market?   When you hear a realtor say it's a "sellers market", do you know what that means? Inventory is low, meaning there are not enought houses for sale as there are people looking to buy.     In our experience over the past year and a half, our sellers receive multiple, if not dozens, of offers on their homes. This allows our sellers to choose the highest and best offer. Homes are selling for top price because inventory is low and buyers don't have many options.   If you have been considering putting your home on the market, we cannot stress enough that now is the time to do so. All along the east coast, especially in New Jersey, we are seeing the market value of homes increase tremendously. If you are going to be selling within the next six months, make sure to prepare now.   Preparing to Sell During Winter Months   Schedule a professional photoshoot of your home now. If you know you will be selling this winter, take advantage of what sunshine and greenery we have left. Don't wait for the leaves to fall and the grass to loose it's luster.     Keep holiday decore simply. If you are selling during peak holiday months, make sure that your decorations do not distract or overpower the room.   Pay extra attention to curb appeal. The winter months can be dark and cold. Light up the exterior of your home along the curb and walkways, and on the porch.   If you have been on the fence about selling your home, talk to our team of experts here at The Zielinski Real Estate Group. We would love to offer guidance. Contact our team today.