Thanksgiving weekend is here in Essex County and it’s time to spend the day with your loved ones as well as indulge in all of the delicious fare that this holiday brings. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with holiday public skating sessions at Codey Arena, readings with Donna Marie at Houss Freya, the Maplewood Vintage Show at The Woodland, + more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, November 25th – November 27th, 2022.
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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The Montclair Girl’s Best of Montclair 2022 Guide Finalists
Ongoing until December 9th | VOTE NOW
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The Montclair Girl’s Holiday Shopping Deals Guide 2022
Ongoing until December 25th | BROWSE HOLIDAY DEALS
As the holiday season approaches, we’ve put together a North Jersey shopping guide so our readers can get acquainted with local businesses in the area — from fitness spots to restaurants, beauty, shopping, wellness, + beyond. All the deals are valid now through Sunday, December 25th at 11:59PM, so make sure to book, buy, + schedule your appointments now — and don’t forget to mention The Montclair Girl so they know we sent you.
Click here to browse the deals and learn more about MG’s Holiday Shopping Deals Guide.
Indoor Cycling with Taylor at Ride It Fitness
Thursday, November 24th | 10AM – 10:45AM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Newark Winter Village
Opens Friday, November 25th
Experience the beauty of Newark at this open air winter festival with curbside eats, ice skating, and a marketplace. This event will be held at Mulberry Commons Park, 162 Mulberry Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Friday, November 25th | Various times
Films like Strange World, Lady Chatterley’s Lover, The Fabelmans, and more are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Session Skating — Holiday Sessions
Friday, November 25th | Various Times
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Kickoff for Night Forms: Infinite Wave Exhibition at Grounds for Sculpture
Friday, November 25th | Various Times
This site-specific, multi-sensory experience will kickoff and run until April 2, 2023. This event will be held at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Rapid Ride with Matthew at Ride It Fitness
Friday, November 25th | 7:30AM – 8AM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Downtown Cranford’s Festival of Trees
Friday, November 25th | 10AM
Residents + guests can decorate trees on a first-come first-served basis. This event will be held at 8 Springfield Avenue in Cranford. Learn more here.
Cornerstone Café at Montclair Art Museum
Friday, November 25th | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the MAM’s new in-house coffee shop at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Holiday Lights 2022 at the Turtle Back Zoo
Friday, November 25th – Sunday, November 27th | 5PM – 9PM
Take a stroll under the sparkling lights at 60 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
BARD Band at Montclair Brewery
Friday, November 25th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This indie folk-rock band will be performing at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Almost Easy at Just Jakes
Friday, November 25th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Various Saturday Events at NJPAC
Saturday, November 26th | Various times
These events include Paint + Sips in the Ironbound, Boyz II Men, and Mike Marino with special guest John Bramnick, and will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Family Stick + Puck + Public Session Skating — Holiday Sessions
Saturday, November 26th | Various Times
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Readings with Donna Marie at Houss Freya
Saturday, November 26th
Donna Marie has been seeing spirit since early childhood. After hiding her abilities for many years, she finally realized it could help people heal and bring peace and closure into their lives. This event will be held at 547 Valley Road in Upper Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, November 26th | 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.
Montclair Winter Wonderland Kickoff at The Wellmont Arts Plaza
Saturday, November 26th | 12PM
Montclair Center BID is partnering with The Wellmont Theater and Pharmacie Bar+Kitchen to celebrate shopping small all season long. This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Shop Small Holiday Market at American Legion
Saturday, November 26th | 12PM – 4PM
Enjoy local vendors, food, dessert, face painting, and more at 424 Carmita Avenue in Rutherford. Learn more here.
Alice + Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium at Newark Museum of Art
Saturday, November 26th | 12PM, 1PM, 1:30PM, 2PM, 3PM
An interactive theater for learning about astronomy, space, and planetary science. This event will be held at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Small Business Saturday: Authors Event at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, November 26th | 5PM – 8PM
Local authors and novelists will be reading their work for adult storytime. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
New Jersey Devils vs. Washington Capitals
Saturday, November 26th | 7PM
This NHL game will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
New Power Soul at Just Jakes
Saturday, November 26th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Family Stick + Puck + Public Session Skating — Holiday Sessions
Sunday, November 27th | Various Times
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Museum Store Sunday at Nathaniel Crane House Hosted by The Montclair History Center
Sunday, November 27th | 10AM – 3PM
Browse Montclair-centric books, mugs, enamel pins, NJ potholders, and more. This event will be held at 110 Orange Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
Maplewood Vintage Show at The Woodland
Saturday, November 26th | 11AM – 5PM
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with 20+ local vendors, designers, and artisans. This event will be held at 60 Woodland Road in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Afternoon Tea on Sunday at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Sunday, November 27th | 11:30AM, 12:30PM, 2PM
Enjoy afternoon tea with The Secret Tea Room whilst overlooking the gardens and grounds at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Patchwork Pillowcase Making Workshop Hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Sunday, November 27th | 1PM – 2:15PM
Learn how to make your own patchwork pillowcase at this virtual event. Learn more here.
Alton Brown Live: Beyond the Eats! at NJPAC
Sunday, November 27th | 3PM
The host of Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen will present a multi-media show that blends science, music, and food at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Small Business Saturday: Children’s Storytime at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, November 26th | 1PM – 3PM
Local children’s book authors will be reading their work for an all-ages storytime. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Wonders of the Wild at the Turtle Back Zoo
Saturday, November 26th | 1PM – 3PM
This event is an opportunity to participate in supplementary science and nature-themed programs and projects that facilitate scientific literacy and life-long environmental stewardship, and will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Where the Wild Books Are at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, November 29th | 4PM – 4:45PM
This event is for grades 2-5, and will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
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- Back to Nature Home + Garden Market — Basking Ridge | Ongoing; Learn more here.
- Winter Walk Holiday Lights in Taylor Park — Millburn | Ongoing; Learn more here.
- Patio Pups at Mainbrook Tavern — Manalapan | November 24th; Learn more here.
- Holiday Vendor Village at Coffee Corral — Red Bank | November 26th; Learn more here.
- Holiday Photo Shoot Hosted by Hound About Town — Jersey City | November 26th; Learn more here.
- Long Branch Holiday Bazaar — Long Branch | November 26th – December 11th; Learn more here.
- SantaPaws Event at Woof Gang Bakery + Grooming Cranford-Westfield — Cranford | November 27th; Learn more here.
- Photos with Santa Hosted by Woof Gang Bakery + Grooming Bridgewater — Bridgewater | November 27th; Learn more here.
The Broadway Lecture Series at Montclair State University
Monday, November 28th | 7PM
Tony-winning Broadway star Myles Frost will be chatting with Robert Bannon to give an inside look at life in the show business. This event will be held at University Promenade in Montclair. Learn more here.
Fall in Love with Poetry at Montclair Public Library
Monday, November 28th | 7PM – 8:30PM
Read Contemporary American poetry at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Senior Craft Club at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, November 29th | 2:30PM – 3:30PM
This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Cream Tea on Wednesdays at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Wednesday, November 30th | 11:30AM, 12:30PM
Enjoy an exquisite Cream Tea with The Secret Tea Room whilst overlooking the gardens and grounds at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Holiday Clay Ornament Making Workshop Hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Wednesday, November 30th | 6PM – 7:15PM
Learn how to make your own unique handmade clay ornaments at this virtual event. Learn more here.
Verdi’s La Traviata at SOPAC
Wednesday, November 30th | 6:30PM
This concert will be held at 1 SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Lights Up at Cornerstone Montclair Hosted by Montclair Story Salon
Wednesday, November 30th | 7PM
Storytellers, singer/songwriters, artists, and poets will perform to benefit Toni’s Kitchen at this holiday-themed night. This event will be held at 198 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Trivia Night at The Fox + Falcon
Wednesday, November 30th | 7PM – 9PM
This event will be held at 19 Valley Street in South Orange. Learn more here.
Trivia Night with DJ No Requests at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, November 30th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Test your wits at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Straight No Chaser: The 25th Anniversary Celebration at NJPAC
Wednesday, November 30th | 7:30PM
Listen to this acapella group at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Moving Montclair Forward Town Hall at Lackawana Plaza
Tuesday, November 29th | 7:30PM – 9PM
Mayor Sean M. Spiller, Peter Yacobellis, and Lori Price Abrams will be co-hosting a town hall to address the council’s draft redevelopment plan for the Lackawana Plaza. This event will be held at 294 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
House of Love Soup Kitchen/Pantry | Newark
The House of Love Soup Kitchen is run completely by volunteers + serves about 30 neighbors every Tuesday for two hours. In addition to a hot nutritious meal, guests receive spiritual guidance, connection to resources of other non-profits in the area, + ‘care packages’ of perishable + non-perishable goods. Learn more here.
Salvation Army | Montclair
For 125 years, The Montclair Citadel Corps has been a beacon of hope + a model of ministry in the Name of Jesus in suburban Essex County. Whether it is housing a needy family at our Cornerstone House Shelter, feeding the homeless at our hot meal program, providing emergency assistance, building characters in future generations, or serving as a place of worship for those seeking spiritual nurture, Montclair Citadel provides something for everyone. Donation Drop-Off: Monday – Friday 9AM – 4PM. Learn more here.
The Montclair Inn | 27 Hillside Avenue
Affordable housing for senior citizens that includes food, mobility access, Wifi, + more can be difficult to secure. For some time, the Montclair Shared Housing Association is providing this opportunity while fostering a great community. All residents have access to a private bedroom, kitchen appliances, semi-private bedroom, three meals a day, laundry facility, Wifi, + community space. While residents do have a monthly rental fee, services + amenities are made possible in large part by donors. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
