FUNGUS FEST 2025 was held Oct 12 2025

Despite the State of Emergency declared October 11 for all 21 counties in NJ because of a mostly Jersey shore storm, this event was held as scheduled. Except for the mushroom walk, this event is an indoor event.  Attendance was still in the hundreds but significantly less than in 2025. We know many people from the south and even locally declined to attend due to the State of Emergency.  Unlike in 2023, rain did not fall on this event in 2025.

Sunday October 12, 2025 10:30am to 4pm at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris Plains, NJ is a day filled with all things fungi! Explore the fascinating world of mushrooms and lichens through exhibits, workshops, and a guided outdoor mushroom tour. Learn about the importance of fungi in our ecosystem and discover the many ways they benefit our planet. Taste a delicious mushroom dish, shop for unique mushroom-themed gifts, and even take home your own mushroom-growing kit. Whether you're a seasoned mycophile or just curious about the world of fungi, Fungus Fest 2025 has something for everyone including children. For over 40 years New Jersey Mycological Association has been offering this one-of-a-kind event open to the public. It is not offered every year, so don't miss out!