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Nettspend at Wellmont Theater

Wellmont Theater 5 Seymour Street, Montclair

See Virginia rapper Nettspend on April 8th at 8PM at Wellmont Theater. Nettspend fuses trap sounds with a layered, disorienting approach to production colloquially known as “jerk,” resulting in a…

$35 – $55

The Space: Art Lounge

 Twice a month, The Space at 356 Bloomfield Avenue, loft #2, Montclair takes an evening shift, and it stays open until 10PM to get a creative fix. It's a social…

$10 – $20

Newark ArtSpace Ribbon Cutting

Join Newark ArtSpace at Vermella Broad, 355 Broad Street, Newark, for a ribbon cutting on April 10th at 5:30PM. This will be its official grand opening, featuring speakers from Newark…

Kid’s Meditation at Houss Freya

During this Kid's Meditation on April 10th from 7PM to 8PM at Houss Freya, guests will do a clearing of energy, guided meditation, and sound healing. This group is open…

$11

Spring at Your Service at Bluemercury Montclair

Join Bluemercury Montclair for spring makeovers and personalized consultations featuring Nars cosmetics on April 11th from 10AM to 6PM at 30 South Park Street. Get 20% off your purchase of…

Sayword! Game Night at Montclair Brewery

Join Montclair Brewery for an afternoon of laughs on April 11th from 3PM to 6PM at 101 Walnut Street. There will be game demos, giveaways, and creators Q+As.

Free

Tortas Lokas at Montclair Brewery

Tortas Lokas Food Truck is bringing its exceptional and authentic Mexican food to the Montclair Brewery Beer Garden on April 11th from 5PM to 10PM. Offering tacos, burritos, tortas, and…

Ostara Full Moon Gathering at Houss Freya

Join Houss Freya at 205 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair on April 11th at 7PM on the "Pink Moon" in Scorpio for a transformative Full Moon Gathering, hosted by Daysi and Toni.…

$50

Skyline Easter Egg Hunt at Pulaski Park

Hosted by Skyline Church, this Easter egg hunt will take place at Pulaski Park, located at 24 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bloomfield, on Saturday, April 12th, from 10AM to 12PM. There…

Easter Bunny Brunch at Gioia Mia

Join Gioia Mia at 331 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, for an Easter Bunny Brunch on Saturday, April 12th at 10:30AM. Attendees can expect a special menu, a craft, an Easter basket,…

Full Moon Collective at Houss Freya

Join Houss Freya for a complimentary releasing with wish paper on the full moon on April 12th from 11AM to 6PM at 205 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair.

Free

National Poetry Month Festival at Dixon Homestead Library

The National Poetry Month Festival, featuring award-winning poets B.J. Ward, Edwin Romond, Dr. Gretna Wilkinson, John J. Trause, Denise La Neve, Joel Allegretti, and Host George C. Harvilla, will take…

Free

Easter Community Pop Up Event at American Legion

DreamGirlz LLC will organize a community Easter event on April 12th from 12PM to 4PM at the American Legion, located at 424 Carmita Avenue, Rutherford. Attendees can look forward to…

Free

Intro to Tarot Basics at Houss Freya

Join Laura for an enlightening in-person workshop designed to introduce you to the art of tarot reading at Houss Freya, located at 205 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, on April 12th from…

$30

Easter Egg Hunt at Montclair Book Center

Join the Montclair Book Center at 221 Glenridge Avenue for an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 12th from 2PM-6PM. The Easter Bunny will also make an appearance to read…

The Space: Sema, A Sufi Whirling Meditation

Sema is a gathering rooted in the Sufi tradition that combines devotional chanting, live music, and whirling dance meditation. Join The Space at 356 Bloomfield Avenue, loft #2, Montclair, for…

$25 – $35

Psych + Punk Show at The Meatlocker

Silver Stream Studio presents Heathmonger (New Brunwick Psych), DRKHRT (Asbury Park Psych), and Squelch (North Jersey Hardcore) at The Meatlocker, located at 8 Park Street, Montclair, on April 12th from…

$15

How to Start Your Food Business in New Jersey

This online workshop on April 17th from 2:30PM to 2PM breaks down the process's not-so-fun (but absolutely necessary) parts of starting a food business: paperwork, permits, and meeting all state…

Free

Jazz Jams

Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, Newark

Join NJPAC at their monthly Jazz Jam Sessions, featuring top-flight NJ musicians directed by pianist and bandleader, James Austin, Jr. This series is co-presented by NJPAC’s Jazz Advisory Committee and…

Free

Montclair’s Easter Egg Hunt Egg-Stravaganza

From April 19th to April 20th, local businesses in Montclair will hide special eggs, including rare “Specially Marked” eggs, for participants to find. The goal is to collect as many…

Intersex Visibility

This program is about raising awareness and reducing the stigma of those born with reproductive or sexual anatomy that doesn’t fit the typical definitions of female or male. 

Free

Garden State Art Weekend at Newark Museum of Art

Join Newark Museum of Art at 49 Washington Street, Newark, for Garden State Art Weekend, which features events like Art After Dark Lite, Family Days, and Cudjo Banquante: Celebrating Newark’s…

The Poets of the Palisades at Montclair Public Library

Celebrate World Poetry Month with a poetry reading featuring Laura Freedgood, Denise La Neve, and Susanna Rich at the Montclair Public Library. This event will take place on Thursday, April…

Free

Art + Sip at The Space

Join The Space at 356 Bloomfield Avenue Loft #2, Montclair, for a creative evening of decorating a wine bottle with the decoupage technique on April 24th from 6PM to 8PM.…

$85

Out Loud Sports Cornhole League at Montclair Brewery

Montclair Brewery's cornhole league partnership with Out Loud Sports, the nation’s original Queer+ recreational sports leagues, begins on April 24th from 7PM to 9PM. Come out and support your favorite…

$40

New Jersey Ballet

New Jersey Ballet performs Legacy & Vision, an exciting new program featuring Twyla Tharp’s Nine Sinatra Songs and a world premiere by Harrison Ball.

$49

Sarah Silverman: Postmortem at Wellmont Theater

See Sarah Silverman at the Wellmont Theater on April 24th at 8PM. Sarah Silverman is a two-time Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and producer. Her most recent special Sarah Silverman: Someone You…

Intro to Mediumship at Houss Freya

The "Intro to Mediumship" workshop is designed for those who wish to explore their intuitive abilities in a supportive and structured environment. Meeting once a month, this ongoing workshop will…

$25

Art Opening: Shayla Nolan at Montclair Brewery

Come out to see the works of Montclair Brewery's next monthly artist-in-residency, Shayla Nolan, on April 25th from 5PM to 7PM. Shayla Nolan is a painter living and working out…

Free

Grain + Cane Patio Party 2025 Kickoff

Join Grain + Cane for its Patio Party 2025 Kickoff on April 25th from 6PM to 9PM at 250 Connell Drive, Berkeley Heights. Celebrate the season with live music, complimentary…

Free

Jeff Arcuri Whole Wide World Tour

Comedian Jeff Arcuri performs nightly at the legendary Comedy Cellar in New York City. He’s made a name for himself with his charming style of crowd work — freestyling with…

$40

Regina Bonelli Live at Montclair Brewery

Singer + songwriter, recording artist, and powerful vocalist Regina Bonelli returns to the Montclair Brewery with her mighty blend of modern blues and vintage soul on April 25th from 7:30PM…

$10

Fun Home

This musical adaption of Alison Bechdel's 2006 memoir tells the story of Bechdel's discovery of her lesbian sexuality, her relationship with her gay father, + her attempt to discover the…

$30

The Warped Tour Band at Wellmont Theater

See The Warped Tour Band at Wellmont Theater on April 25th at 8PM. Expect to hear all your favorite emo + pop-punk bangers from Taking Back Sunday, My Chemical Romance,…

Patty Griffin in Concert at Outpost in the Burbs

Outpost in the Burbs presents 2x GRAMMY® Award winner and 7x nominee Patty Griffin in concert on April 25th from 8:30PM to 11PM at 40 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair. Ms…

$48

Sensory-Friendly Morning at Turtle Back Zoo

Join Turtle Back Zoo for its Sensory-Friendly Morning, a modified zoo experience catered towards neurodivergent guests, on April 26th from 8AM to 10AM at 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange.

Guitar Bob at Waffles + Dreams

Get ready for an unforgettable morning on April 26th from 9AM to 10AM at Waffles + Dreams, located at 653 Route 46 West, Fairfield. Guitar Bob will be strumming family-friendly…

Free

Montclair Earth Day Park Clean Ups

Volunteers of all ages can give various Montclair parks a little TLC on Saturday, April 26th, from 9AM to 4PM. Join neighbors and students to get community service hours.

Walking Tour of Watchung Plaza

Join the Montclair History Center for a Walking Tour of Watchung Plaza on April 26th from at 10AM. This walk will take locals through a turn-of-the-century business district and commuter…

Cannabis 101 at Montclair Public Library

Learn about cannabis more in a friendly, educational environment on April 26th from 11AM to 12PM. This class will take place at Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South Fullerton…

Pet Apparel Brand Pop-Up at Anthropologie

Both Tails, a pet apparel brand, is collaborating with Anthropologie at 470 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, on April 26th from 12PM to 5PM. Stop by to shop for new, stylish pieces…

Spring Fling at The Mall at Short Hills

The second annual Spring Fling event takes place on Saturday, April 26th, from 1PM – 3PM in the lower level in both Grand Court and Bloomingdale’s Court. Guests can enjoy…

FARAH Festival at Montclair Art Museum

FARAH Festival, a celebration of Arab American culture, will take place at Montclair Art Museum, located at 3 South Mountain Avenue, on April 26th from 1PM to 5PM and feature…

New Jersey Thrift Market at Pino’s

On April 26th from 1PM to 5PM at Pino's, located at 13 North 4th Avenue, Highland Park, locals can shop secondhand vintage clothing, jewelry, shoes, bags, and more.

Zakir Hussain’s Masters of Percussion

In the world of Indian classical music, there is no artist quite like Zakir Hussain. The GRAMMY®-winning tabla maestro is celebrated not only as an innovative drummer, but as a…

$59

Culcha Caribbean Cuisine at Montclair Brewery

Indulge in all the flavors of the Caribbean with this unique fusion-style food truck on April 26th from 6:30PM to 10PM at the Montclair Breery. From Oxtail sliders to Mac…

Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty is one of the most beautiful and spectacular ballets of the 19th century. This is a story about the world of childhood, about the desire for love and…

$29

Ed Alstrom Live at Montclair Brewery

Join Montclair Brewery and the organist for the New York Yankees for over 20 seasons, Ed Alstrom, for a night of fantastic live music on April 26th from 7:30PM to…

$5

Carmina Burana at Central Presbyterian Church

The Montclair-based Oratorio Society of New Jersey (OSNJ) will perform Carl Orff’s epic masterpiece Carmina Burana on Saturday, April 26 at 8PM at the Central Presbyterian Church, located at 46…

Night Ride Through Montclair + SoMa

Montclair Bike Bus and SoMA Bike Bus present: A night bike ride for the grown-ups on April 26th from 8PM to 10PM. Attendees will start in Montclair and SoMa, riding…

AAPI New Jersey’s Color Run at Brookdale Park

AAPI New Jersey will host its annual Color Run in celebration of Holi and Songkran, taking place at Bloomfield’s Brookdale Park on Sunday, April 27th from 8:30AM-11:30AM. The event is a…

Jigs + Swigs Fitness Class at Montclair Brewery

Join Montclair Brewery at 101 Walnut Street for Jigs and Swigs, an Irish dance-inspired workout class, on Sunday, April 27th at 11AM. Think Zumba, but with Irish tunes and moves…

HabibifestNJ at The Woodland

HabibifestNJ takes place on Sunday, April 27th from 11AM to 5PM, at The Woodland, located at 60 Woodland Road, Maplewood. Experience the rich traditions of Arabic culture, delicious food, joyful…

Free

Women’s Wellness Expo at Hoboken Elks

Discover the latest health and wellness brands at the Women's Wellness Expo on April 27th from 12PM to 3PM at Hoboken Elks, located at 1005 Washington Street. The vendor list…

South Orange Downtown Food Stroll

The South Orange Downtown Food Stroll returns Sunday, April 27th from 12PM-4PM. With over a dozen restaurants serving up tastings and downtown retailers offering exclusive shopping deals, this is the…

$15 – $40

Montclair’s Earth Fest at South Street Park

Join Montclair for its second annual Earth Fest celebration on Sunday, April 27th, from 12PM to 4PM at South Street Park, between Bloomfield Avenue and Church Street. The goal of…

Dungeons n Drafts at Montclair Brewery

The world's greatest roleplaying game returns to Montclair Brewery on April 27th from 1PM to 5PM. A Dungeon Master will be guiding players on their adventure, so anyone with any…

$20

Trusting the Messages Within at Blu Lotus

Reiki Masters and intuitives Lisa Batitto and Pia Wilson guide participants in discovering how their inner wisdom communicates with them on April 27th from 2PM to 4PM at Blu Lotus,…

$35

Tiny Gallery X Freeman Gardens Gretchen Warren Reception

Join Tiny Gallery X Freeman Gardens in celebrating Gretchen Warsen's debut exhibition, "Love Notes in Spring." Warsen's collection hums with joy. Reception will be on Sunday, April 27th from 4PM-6PM…

Free

2025 Taste of Essex at The Wilshire Grand Hotel

The North Essex Chamber of Commerce (NECC) is proud to host its 23rd Annual Taste of Essex on April 28th from 5:30PM to 8PM. This signature event offers attendees the…

Women’s Wellness Journey at Loopwell

Join Loopwell at 80 Maple Avenue, Montclair on April 30th at 6PM to 8PM for “Women’s Wellness Journey,” an empowering event where women can explore expert medical insights and holistic…

Free

Open Mic at Montclair Brewery

Open Mic returns to Montclair Brewery, now hosted by The Broken Builds, on April 30th from 7PM to 9PM. Performers of all kinds, from poets and musicians to family-friendly comedians,…

Free

Boonton Art Walk

Come explore Main Street Boonton and its galleries, eateries, and shops. Boonton Art Walk is on May 2nd starting at 5PM. There will be live music, a gallery walk, drinks…

Baker Street Spring Flea in Maplewood

The Baker Street Spring Flea is back on Saturday, May 3rd from 11AM–5PM, transforming Baker Street in Maplewood Village into a lively open-air market filled with over 70 local vendors, vintage finds, permanent bracelets, food…

Free

Montclair Bike Bus’ Kidical Mass

Join Montclair Bike Bus for Kidical Mass, which raises awareness for traffic safety, on May 4th 10AM to 1PM. Attendees will ride a single loop through Montclair, starting in Upper…

2025 Walnut Street Fair

Walnut Street 118 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ

The Walnut Street Fair, organized by the Junior League of Montclair-Newark (JLMN), features 200+ vendors + artisans, food trucks, live music, and a kid zone. This takes place on May…

Free

Family Promise Hike for Hope at Van Neste Square

Memorial Park at Van Neste Square Ridgewood

Join Family Promise of Bergen County at Van Neste Square in Ridgewood for a three-mile walk in support of local children and families facing homelessness on May 4th from 11:30AM…

Tiny Gallery X Erwin Park Kathleen Heron reception

Please join us in celebrating Kathleen Heron’s exhibition, "Unbelievable, Believable" on Sunday 5/4 from 4-6pm at Tiny Gallery X Erwin Park. In every piece, you’ll find not just the work…

Free

Gene Simmons Band

Wellmont Theater 5 Seymour Street, Montclair

Gene Simmons is an international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America’s #1 gold record award-winning group of all time in all categories (RIAA). As a serial entrepreneur, Simmons has achieved…

$79.50 – $199.50

JINYA Totowa Sake Pairing Dinner

JINYA Ramen Bar 465 US-46, Totowa, NJ

Join JINYA Ramen Bar at 465 US-46, Totowa, for a special evening of delicious food and perfectly paired sake. Indulge in a unique dining experience where each course is expertly…

$59

Clothes Swap for Cats Fundraiser

Locals can swap clothes, make friends, and help cats from 1PM to 4PM on May 10th at 72 High Street, Montclair.

$20

Clothing Swap to Benefit Wildflowers TNR

Drop off 1 bag (any size) of clean, gently used clothing in advance on the porch at 6B Club Street Montclair, located at 972 High Street, Montclair, between May 3rd…

$20