Whether you plan to stay local or go away for Memorial Day weekend, there are many happenings occurring right here in Essex County to round off the month of May. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with StorySLAM at Cinema505, LunaFest 2023 at The Clairidge, a Silent Disco Party at Montclair Brewery, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, May 25th – May 28th, 2023.
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It Ain’t Over Movie Screening at The Clairidge
Thursday, May 25th | Various times
Come out for a special screening of the Yogi Berra documentary It Ain’t Over. This event will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Passages Taken Panel Discussion at Montclair Art Museum
Thursday, May 25th | 6PM – 9PM
AAPI Montclair is hosting a panel discussion, Passages Taken, with a reception to follow and celebrate the work of Asian American artists. This event will be held at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
LUNAFEST 2023 at The Clairidge
Thursday, May 25th | 6:30PM
LUNAFEST, the world’s first all-women traveling film festival, promotes films by women about women. This event will be held virtually and at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Infinite Love for Isla at Pharmacie Bar + Kitchen
Thursday, May 25th | 7PM
Come out for a night that will benefit Project Fire Buddies and raise funds will be raised for 3-year-old Isla. This event will be held at 398 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Silent Disco Party at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, May 25th | 7PM – 9PM
Join Friends of Howe House for a fun Silent Disco Party. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
StorySLAM at Cinema505
Thursday, May 25th | 7:30PM
This event will be held at 505 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, May 25th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, May 26th | Various times
Films like The Little Mermaid, Monica, The Eight Mountains, and more are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Session, + Family Stick + Puck
Friday, May 26th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Rapid Ride with Matthew at Ride It Fitness
Friday, May 26th | 9:30AM – 10AM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Cornerstone Café at Montclair Art Museum
Friday, May 26th | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the MAM’s in-house coffee shop at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
LGBTQIA+ Climbing Night at Gravity Vault
Friday, May 26th | 6PM – 8PM
Out Montclair welcomes guests to join an indoor climbing night. This event will be held at 8 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Harmony For A Cause at Robinson Hall of GRCC
Friday, May 26th | 7PM
Join an evening of music with Wide Variety for a cause. This event will be held at 195 Ridgewood Avenue in Glen Ridge. Learn more here.
Upcycled Denim Wine Tote Making with The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Friday, May 26th | 7PM – 8:30PM
In this workshop, you will learn how to upcycle old jeans into a functional wine tote. Registration is required. This event will be held virtually and in person at 547 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music: Johnny Knollwood + the Church of Mad Love at Montclair Brewery
Friday, May 26th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This musical performance will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music: The Accelerators at Shillelagh Pub
Friday, May 26th | 8PM
This musical event will be held at 648 Prospect Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Best of Laughs at SOPAC
Friday, May 26th | 8PM
Come out to this Laughs in the Loft comedy night on the SOPAC mainstage. This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Aftershock at Just Jake’s
Friday, May 26th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Sessions, + Family Stick + Puck
Saturday, May 27th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Blue Sphere Jazz Brunch at Lorena’s
Saturday, May 27th + Sunday, May 28th | 11AM – 2PM
This event will be held at 160 Maplewood Avenue in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, May 27th | 8AM – 1PM
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.
Restoration Event at Alonzo F. Bonsal Wildlife Preserve
Saturday, May 27th | 9AM – 11:30AM
Come out and support the preserve where they take invasive species and replace them with wildlife-friendly plantings. This event will be held at 33 Marquette Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
CBD Thai Couples Massage at The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Saturday, May 27th | 11AM – 12PM
In this workshop, you will learn how to give and receive a CBD-infused Thai massage. Registration is required. This event will be held at 547 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
The Soul Conveys Itself in Shadow: A Book Celebration on Zoom
Saturday, May 27th | 2PM – 3PM
A discussion surrounding poetry, translation, and art. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Chinese Calligraphy with The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Saturday, May 27th | 2PM – 3PM
In this workshop, you will learn the basics of Chinese calligraphy, how to use your brush and ink, and the basic strokes. Registration is required. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Downtown Public Art Celebration at Village Plaza Triangle
Saturday, May 27th | 5:30PM – 8:30PM
Celebrate the official unveiling of the latest beautification initiative at the Village Plaza Triangle. This event will be held at
Live Music: Straight Nasty at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, May 27th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This musical performance will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music: The Hay Burners at Shillelagh Pub
Saturday, May 27th | 8PM
This musical event will be held at 648 Prospect Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Anuel AA at Prudential Center
Saturday, May 27th | 8PM
Rapper Anuel AA is bringing his Legends Never Die tour to Prudential Center. This event will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Take 2 at Just Jakes
Saturday, May 27th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Local Voices: Memories, Stories, + Portraits Exhibit at Grounds For Sculpture
Sunday, May 28th | Various times
This exhibit will be on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Spiral Q: The Parade at Grounds For Sculpture
Sunday, May 28th | Various times
This exhibit will be on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Sessions, + Family Stick + Puck
Sunday, May 28th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
May Family Sundays at The Newark Museum of Art
Sunday, May 28th | 10AM – 5PM
Enjoy a day of fun activities for the whole family at 49 Washington Street in Newark. 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.
Fishing Derby for Kids at Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex
Thursday, May 25th | 5PM
This free event welcomes children ages 15 and younger to participate in fishing derbies. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Ave in West Orange. Learn more here.
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- HDSID Farmers Market — Jersey City | May 25th; Learn more here.
- Food Truck Thursdays at Biertuempful Park — Union | May 25th; Learn more here.
- Hackensack Brewing Vinyl Thursdays — Hackensack | May 25th; Learn more here.
- Van Vorst Farmers Market — Jersey City | May 27th; Learn more here.
- Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market — Hoboken | May 27th; Learn more here.
- Welsh Corgi Meetup at Brookdale Park — Montclair | May 27th; Learn more here.
- Bedminster Farmers Market — Bedminster | May 27th; Learn more here.
- Handmade Market on Grove Street — Jersey City | May 27th; Learn more here.
- Wayne Farmers Market — Wayne | May 27th; Learn more here.
- Clinton Community Farmers Market — Clinton | May 28th; Learn more here.
- West End Farmers Market — Hackettstown | May 28th; Learn more here.
- Summit Farmers Market — Summit | May 28th; Learn more here.
- Garden State Plaza Farmers Market Hosted by Mega Bite — Paramus | May 28th; Learn more here.
Memorial Day Parade + Ceremony at Maplewood Municipal Building
Monday, May 29th | 9AM – 11AM
The Township of Maplewood will be hosting a Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. This event will be held at 574 Valley Street in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Memorial Day Tribute at Edgemont Park
Monday, May 29th | 10AM
Montclair Township will hold its annual Memorial Day tribute at Valley Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
Memorial Day Mass at Various Locations
Monday, May 29th | 11AM
Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark invite veterans, their families, and friends to join Memorial Day Masses. This event will be held at various locations. Learn more here.
Memorial Day Duck Race at Memorial Park
Monday, May 29th | 11AM – 12PM
Join the South Mountain YMCA on the banks of the river in Memorial Park for a duck race. This event will be held at 580 Valley Street in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Fairy Hair with Kate at Moss + More
Tuesday, May 30th | 1PM
Kate of Luna Locks will be at Moss + More adding fairy-styled hair to guests’ locks. This event will be held at 42 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Unrivaled Exhibition at Tiny Gallery
Wednesday, May 31st | Various times
Explore a collection of extraordinary women by Jen Hager. This event will be held at 8 Stanford Place in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music Wednesdays at Luna Stella
Wednesday, May 31st | 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.
Wind Down Wednesdays at Casa de Flora Bar
Wednesday, May 31st | 6PM – 10PM
Enjoy pizza, pasta, and wine at 75 Washington Street in Bloomfield. Learn more here.
Taproom Trivia at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, May 31st | 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
