We are just one week away from the end of August and everyone is out and about enjoying the last of the warm temperatures and sunshine in the Essex County area before it cools off for fall. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with Plays in the Park at Mildred Helms Park, Steph’s Macarons x Cupily Coffeehouse x Anthropologie Pop-Up, Movie Night Under the Stars at Brookdale Park, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, August 24th – August 27th, 2023.
Disclaimer: These events are included editorially as a community resource, and The Montclair Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated. For the most up-to-date and accurate info including inclement weather cancellations, please contact the host directly.
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Bloomfield Restaurant Week at Multiple Locations
Thursday, August 24th – Sunday, August 27th | Various times
This event will kick off with restaurant deals and live music and be held at multiple locations in Bloomfield. Learn more here.
Family Summer Movies at CityPlex 12
Thursday, August 24th | 10AM
Families are welcome at CityPlex 12 for their free summer movies series where different movies will be shown each week. This event will be held at 360-394 Springfield Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Horizon Sounds of The City Hosted by NJPAC
Thursday, August 24th | 6PM
Bilal will be performing. This event will be held at Chambers Plaza on NJPAC grounds in Newark. Learn more here.
Plays in the Park at Mildred Helms Park
Thursday, August 24th | 6PM
The play, Eternal City, written by Pia Wilson will be performed by Yendor Theatre Company. This event will be held at 534-544 Clinton Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Name Change Legal Clinic on Zoom
Thursday, August 24th | 7:30PM – 9PM
Out Montclair presents a workshop + presentation led by Celeste Fiore of the Trans Affirming Alliance + Salvatore D’alia of the McCarter and English law firm. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Sip + Sing Karaoke at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, August 24th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, August 24th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Van Vleck Autumn’s Best Online Sale
Ongoing until September 10th
Spruce up your home’s entryway or garden with items that the Director of Horticulture has carefully selected. This event will be held online. Learn more here.
3 Voyages While Standing Still at 73 See Gallery + Design Studio
Ongoing until September 7th
Browse Carol J Cohn’s exhibit, 3 Voyages While Standing Still. This event will be held at 33 Plymouth Street, 1st Floor in Montclair. Learn more here.
Cornerstone Café at Montclair Art Museum
Friday, August 25th | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the MAM’s in-house coffee shop at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music: Turkey Mountain Brothers at Montclair Brewery
Friday, August 25th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This musical event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Spiral Q: The Parade at Grounds For Sculpture
Ongoing
This exhibit is on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
The George x Sam’s Table
Saturday, August 26th
Enjoy a farm-to-table 8-course tasting menu. RSVP is required for this event. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, August 26th | 8AM – 2PM
The Montclair Farmers’ Market brings together an array of local farmers and food artisans, offering fresh fruits + vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, cheeses, prepared foods, baked goods, condiments, honey, flowers, wine, pickles, and much more. This event will be held at 86 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Jim Class with Jim at Ride It Fitness
Saturday, August 26th | 10AM – 10:30AM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Steph’s Macarons x Cupily Coffeehouse x Anthropologie Pop-Up
Saturday, August 26th | 12PM – 4PM
Anthropologie is hosting two pop-up vendors in their store: Steph’s Macarons + Cupily Coffeehouse, where these businesses will serve macarons + coffee respectively. This event will be held at 470 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Summer Streets: West African Beats Night at Maplewood Village
Saturday, August 26th | 4PM – 8PM
Bring your lawn chairs and friends, grab some takeout, and enjoy live entertainment. This event will be held at Maplewood Village in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Downtown After Sundown Live Music Series at Spiotta Park
Saturday, August 26th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
From blues to pop, jazz to R&B, just about every musical style will be represented at South Orange Downtown’s free community concert series. This event will be held at 20-32 Village Plaza in South Orange. Learn more here.
Live Music: Zuko, Phillips, Cohn, + Starr at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, August 26th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This musical event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair History Center’s Fall Heirloom Bulb Sale
Ongoing until September 18th
Choose from thirteen varieties of narcissi, tulips, allium, crocus, and hyacinths to add to your garden. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Local Voices: Memories, Stories, + Portraits Exhibit at Grounds For Sculpture
Ongoing
This exhibit will be on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Yoga Mechanics Parking Lot Yoga with Montclair Bread Company
Sunday, August 27th | 8AM
Join a free 60-minute yoga class led by Hana Konheim, co-owner of Yoga Mechanics, with baked goods + coffee to follow. This event will be held at Yoga Mechanics’ studio parking lot at 107 Forest Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Disco Brunch at The Vanguard
Sunday, August 27th | 12PM – 4PM
Enjoy a disco-themed brunch while listening to beats by DJ Tre Smooth. This event will be held at 705 Frank E Rodgers Boulevard South in Harrison. Learn more here.
Pride Choir Kick-Off at Union Congregational Church
Sunday, August 27th | 3PM – 5PM
Out Montclair and Union Cong Pride Choir partnered to launch an inclusive LGBTQ+ community choir and its first gathering will be held. This event will be held at 176 Cooper Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Film Movie Night Under the Stars Encanto Screening
Sunday, August 26th | 7PM
North Jersey locals are invited to tune into a free, outdoor movie screening with Montclair Film’s annual summer series. This event will be held at Brookdale Park (near Archery Field) in Essex County. Learn more here.
Animal Kingdom Exhibit at Newark Museum of Art
Ongoing
This exhibit explores a series of immersive and interactive experiences featuring art, animal specimen, and hands-on activities for all ages. This event will take place at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Friday Late Night Roller Skating at Branch Brook Park
Friday, August 25th | 5PM -7PM
Enjoy an afternoon of roller skating for the family. This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Family Swim at JCC MetroWest
Sunday, August 27th | 2PM – 3:45PM
This event will be held at 760 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
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- HDSID Farmers Market — Jersey City | August 24th; Learn more here.
- Mutts on Main Puppy Social — Denville | August 24th; Learn more here.
- Hackensack Brewing Vinyl Thursdays — Hackensack | August 24th; Learn more here.
- Union Farmer’s Market — Union | August 24th; Learn more here.
- Parsippany Farmers Market — Parsippany | August 25th; Learn more here.
- Ice Cream Social at Mutts on Main — Denville | August 25th; Learn more here.
- Yappy Hour at Wonder Bar — Asbury Park | August 26th + August 2th7; Learn more here.
- Van Vorst Farmers Market — Jersey City | August 26th; Learn more here.
- Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market — Hoboken | August 26th; Learn more here.
- Bedminster Farmers Market — Bedminster | August 26th; Learn more here.
- Wayne Farmers Market — Wayne | August 26th; Learn more here.
- Barks + Brews at Ale House Hosted by Doggie Road Trippin’ | August 27th; Learn more here.
- NJ Wiener Meetup at Hamilton Park — Jersey City | August 27th; Learn more here.
- Clinton Community Farmers Market — Clinton | August 27th; Learn more here.
- West End Farmers Market — Hackettstown | August 27th; Learn more here.
- Summit Farmers Market — Summit | August 27th; Learn more here.
- Garden State Plaza Farmers Market Hosted by Mega Bite — Paramus | August 27th; Learn more here.
- Farmers Market at Church Square Park — Hoboken | August 29th; Learn more here.
Mother + Daughter Back To School Bra Fit Event at Sitting Pretty Intimates
Monday, August 28th | 4PM – 9PM
This event will be held at 97 South Livingston Avenue in Livingston. Learn more here.
Live Music Wednesdays at Luna Stella
Wednesday, August 30th | 6PM – 9PM
Enjoy live music at Luna Stella while you eat dinner and have a drink. This event will be held at 5 Highland Place in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Finding Your Authentic Voice Session on Zoom
Wednesday, August 30th | 6:30PM – 7:30PM
A session focusing on gender-affirming voice training. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Montclair Brewery Cornhole League Summer Tournament
Wednesday, August 30th | 6:45PM – 9PM
Montclair’s own cornhole league meets at Montclair Brewery on Wednesday — players + spectators are encouraged to join the fun. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Taproom Trivia with DJ No Requests at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, August 30th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Human Needs Food Pantry | 9 Label Street, Montclair
Opportunities to give back to the community are always available here. As a necessary component to the operation of the food pantry, volunteers are needed to do tasks from packaging fruits + vegetables to sorting donated clothes. For those who would like to interact with the community, the opportunity to deliver food to homebound clients is available. Learn more here.
Kids Helping Kids | 229 Midland Avenue
The name of this non-profit is really all that needs to be known to understand the scope of the work. Kids Helping Kids engages middle + high school students in service projects that directly support underserved kids in the area. Since its inception, over 65,000 students have benefited from this partnership across 139 schools through the help of over 5,200 volunteers. Learn more here.
National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals | Northern New Jersey
This national organization has made itself available to real estate agents in various areas of the country. Its north New Jersey chapter is dedicated to championing homeownership for Latinx individuals in this covering region. Thanks to the Board of Directors, community events that support both homeowners, as well as Hispanic real estate professionals, are available. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
