Lantern Festival for Justice + Unity at Edgemont Memorial Park
May 17 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Free
AAPI New Jersey’s fifth annual Lantern Festival for Justice and Unity is a free, family-friendly event that brings together thousands of people from all walks of life to share in the AAPI community’s dreams of a more just, inclusive, and welcoming future. Edgemont Memorial Park in Montclair will be illuminated with more than a thousand lanterns representing all the people who have helped light the way forward on May 17th from 6PM to 10PM. Explore our shared histories, build solidarity, and engage in social justice work as you visit community partners and art stations scattered throughout the park.
The Montclair Flea Returns to Lackawanna Station 5/10
This article is sponsored by Montclair Flea.
Attention shoppers: The Montclair Flea is back and better this year with a fresh lineup of events, vendors, and deals to shop (not just for one weekend, but all year long). Whether you’re a vintage lover, gift-giving fanatic, or just enjoy the thrill of sifting through unique goods, there’s something for everyone to discover at the market, which is taking up permanent residency at Lackawanna Station. Keep reading to learn more about the Montclair Flea Market and its new permanent home at the historic Lackawanna Station.
About Montclair Flea
Locals may know the Montclair Flea from last year’s Holiday Market, which attracted nearly 40,000 New Jerseyans. Now, the Montclair Flea is taking up permanent residency at Lackawanna Station, located at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. The property has long been neglected, but will be thoroughly repurposed into a hub for growth and community connection.
This permanent setup allows flea goers to visit every weekend throughout the year from 11AM - 6PM (excluding holiday weekends). Besides an array of makers, doers, and entrepreneurs, this year’s calendar features newly themed events that spotlight local vendors, niche collectors, and even a few festive seasonal celebrations. The Montclair Flea is more than just a market, it’s a community-centric celebration of creativity and connection. Think of it as Montclair’s very own Chelsea Market, filled with inherently local finds.
What to Expect
The official kick off will take place May 10th and 11th with “MOMclair,” a specialty Mother’s Day Market filled with curated, local micro businesses. Locals can expect plenty of shopping, programming for kids, food, drinks, music, food trucks, murals, sculptures, and even art exhibitions.
In the past, Montclair Flea has showcased a diverse lineup of talented vendors showing off everything from art and handcrafted jewelry to homemade beauty products, clothing, home decor, artisan goods, and more. So no matter if you’re treating yourself or just on the lookout for the perfect gift for a loved one, there’s no doubt you’ll discover something special here.
How to Participate
Locals of all kinds are welcome to participate in the Montclair Flea. If you’re an artist, artisan, designer, or collector looking to grow your business, the Montclair Flea serves as a hub for all types of creators. Interested vendors can apply here for a chance to become part of North Jersey’s most exciting marketplace. Vendor applications are free (there’s a cost to vend), come with zero obligation, and are valid all year. The Montclair Flea team accepts and responds to applications on a rolling basis to keep things tightly curated and typically replies within five business days.
The Montclair Flea will take place every non-holiday weekend, rain or shine, from 11AM - 6PM at Lackawanna Station located at 1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, New Jersey. For more information, visit the Montclair Flea’s website and follow @montclair_flea and @lackawannastation on Instagram for updates.
