It’s almost the end of the year and Christmas is here with so many festive celebrations taking place throughout Northern New Jersey this weekend. From singing carols at the Montclair Public Library to a Winter Wonderland Open House at the Montclair History Center, it’s time to spread some holiday cheer in Montclair and beyond. Below is the list of (over 45+!) Montclair, Essex County, and Northern New Jersey events that are happening this weekend, December 19th through December 22nd, 2024. Don’t forget — you can submit your community events HERE.
Disclaimer: This is a community resource. Submit events HERE and view the full calendar HERE. The Montclair Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated.
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Babytime Storytime for Birth – 23 Months
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJBring your baby to sing nursey rhymes + songs at the library.
Youth Entrepreneurial Spirit Holiday Showcase
GlassRoots 10 Bleeker Street, NewarkHigh school students will be selling unique art created through the Youth Entrepreneurial Spirit (YES) program at GlassRoots. Shop glassblowing, busing, + flameworking and find the perfect holiday gift.
Punk Rock Pop Up
Dutch’s Sandwich Shop 16 Church Street, Montclair, NJThe Beastro presents a pop-up series bringing the craziness of a punk rock concert with all the VIP feels. The first stop is Dutchs Sandwich shop.
PJ’s & Hot Cocoa Holiday Yoga Flow
Sol Spirit Yoga & Wellness 356 Bloomfield Avenue Suite 6, MontclairCelebrate the holiday season with a cozy and playful yoga class designed to bring warmth + joy to your winter evening. Slip into your cutest + comfiest pajamas and flow…
History at Home: Scientific American Architects and Builders Edition
Architect Debra David will continue discussing Montclair residences that were featured in the Magazine that were a part of Scientific America from 1885 - 1905.
Sip & Whip: Holiday Body Scrub Workshop
The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJIndulge your senses with our cozy holiday-themed Sip & Whip Body Scrub workshop. Learn to create a luxurious whipped body butter using rich, seasonal scents. You’ll whip up a large…
Jazz Jams
Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, NewarkJoin 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…
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJAmerican rock band the Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be performing an all-new version of The Lost Christmas Eve - the final chapter of their Christmas trilogy.
Christmas Putlock
Sierra Coffee Group 302 Ridge Road, LyndhurstBring your favorite dish, snack, or pastry to share at the cafe. Make this Christmas gathering extra special with delicious food, great company, + plenty of festive cheer.
Rhythm and Ribz Smokehouse
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJThe mouth-watering, award-winning, authentic Southern-smoked BBQ dishes by Rhythm & Ribz are back. Try their pulled pork ribs, smoked briskets, smoked chicken, and smoked turkey breasts, all with a healthy…
Let’s Sing Taylor- A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift
Wellmont Theater 5 Seymour Street, MontclairLet’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and…
Christmas with Cece Winans Live in Concert
Prudential Hall Robert Treat Center, 1 Center Street, Newark, NJThe 12-time GRAMMY® winner is the shining star atop the glittering tree of gospel. It’s impossible to count all the songs she’s gifted to us over the years: “Count on…
“On Woman Hating”
Project for Empty Space 800 Broad Street, Newark, NJGuided by eco-feminist politics, On Woman Hating looks at the intersections of race, gender, climate change, reproductive rights, and capitalism to negotiate a path toward centering the divine feminine in…
Seeing From The Heart
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJVisit displays at the Montclair Art Museum created by 14 local volunteer artists that reflect "mutual compassion, empathy, respect, and friendship across boundaries or differences."
Never Forget Tribute Classic
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJRutgers Scarlet Knights will take on Princeton in the seventh edition of the Never Forget Tribute Classic basketball game in Newark.
Embroidery Ornament Making
Craft Club Studio 122 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJCreate unique embroidered ornaments to add to your Christmas collection.
Pittsburgh Penguins at New Jersey Devils
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJThe New Jersey Devils will take on division rival Pittsburg Penguins. Puck drops at 7:00 PM. Ticket prices vary.
New York Sirens vs. Minnesota Frost
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJThe New York Sirens will take on the Minnesota Frost in the Siren's second home game at the Prudential Center in the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL).
“Winter Wonderland” Open House
Montclair History Center’s Crane House & Historic YWCA Museum 110 Orange Road, Montclair, NJExperience the holidays at the Historic YWCA house in Montclair for free.
Los Angeles Rams at New York Jets
MetLife Stadium 1 MetLife Stadium Drive, East RutherfordThe New York Jets will take on West Coast NFC rival Los Angeles Rams. Kick-off is at 1:00 PM. Ticket prices vary.
Forces of Nature Dance Theatre
NJPAC 1 Center Street, Newark, NJTraditional West African dance unites with hip hop, modern dance and martial arts in this annual Kwanzaa Celebration with Forces of Nature Dance Theatre. Under the direction of award-winning choreographer…
Listen in the Library Storytime
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJChildren ages birth - 5 are invited to enjoy a storytime outside the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library.
Babytime Storytime for Birth – 23 Months
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJBring your baby to sing nursey rhymes + songs at the library.
Afternoon Storytime
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJChildren ages 0-5 are invited to enjoy a story at the Montclair Public Library.
Teen Craft Hours
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairDestress + create simple crafts at the Montclair Public Library.
Making Words
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairPractice word patterns, deconstruct sounds, + create phonemic awareness for children in grades 1-3 at the Montclair Public Library.
Montclair Early Music: Melodies and Carols
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairEnjoy a free concert performed by Montclair Early Music. They'll be revisiting some of their selections from the Carol of the Bells concert, with carols from across the world, plus some…
Rhythm and Ribz Smokehouse
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJThe mouth-watering, award-winning, authentic Southern-smoked BBQ dishes by Rhythm & Ribz are back. Try their pulled pork ribs, smoked briskets, smoked chicken, and smoked turkey breasts, all with a healthy…
Never Forget Tribute Classic
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJRutgers Scarlet Knights will take on Princeton in the seventh edition of the Never Forget Tribute Classic basketball game in Newark.
Pittsburgh Penguins at New Jersey Devils
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJThe New Jersey Devils will take on division rival Pittsburg Penguins. Puck drops at 7:00 PM. Ticket prices vary.
New York Sirens vs. Minnesota Frost
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJThe New York Sirens will take on the Minnesota Frost in the Siren's second home game at the Prudential Center in the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL).
“Winter Wonderland” Open House
Montclair History Center’s Crane House & Historic YWCA Museum 110 Orange Road, Montclair, NJExperience the holidays at the Historic YWCA house in Montclair for free.
Los Angeles Rams at New York Jets
MetLife Stadium 1 MetLife Stadium Drive, East RutherfordThe New York Jets will take on West Coast NFC rival Los Angeles Rams. Kick-off is at 1:00 PM. Ticket prices vary.
New York Rangers at New Jersey Devils
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJThe New Jersey Devils will face off against their local rival, the New York Rangers. Puck drops at 1:00 PM. Ticket prices vary.
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Rhythm and Ribz Smokehouse
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJThe mouth-watering, award-winning, authentic Southern-smoked BBQ dishes by Rhythm & Ribz are back. Try their pulled pork ribs, smoked briskets, smoked chicken, and smoked turkey breasts, all with a healthy…
Listen in the Library Storytime
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJChildren ages birth - 5 are invited to enjoy a storytime outside the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library.
Afternoon Storytime
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJChildren ages 0-5 are invited to enjoy a story at the Montclair Public Library.
Teen Craft Hours
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairDestress + create simple crafts at the Montclair Public Library.
Making Words
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairPractice word patterns, deconstruct sounds, + create phonemic awareness for children in grades 1-3 at the Montclair Public Library.
Anything Queer Lit Club
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairThe book club will be discussing The Safekeep by Yael Van Der Wouden.
Montclair Early Music: Melodies and Carols
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairEnjoy a free concert performed by Montclair Early Music. They'll be revisiting some of their selections from the Carol of the Bells concert, with carols from across the world, plus some…
New York Rangers at New Jersey Devils
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJThe New Jersey Devils will face off against their local rival, the New York Rangers. Puck drops at 1:00 PM. Ticket prices vary.
Babytime Storytime for Birth – 23 Months
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJBring your baby to sing nursey rhymes + songs at the library.
Youth Entrepreneurial Spirit Holiday Showcase
GlassRoots 10 Bleeker Street, NewarkHigh school students will be selling unique art created through the Youth Entrepreneurial Spirit (YES) program at GlassRoots. Shop glassblowing, busing, + flameworking and find the perfect holiday gift.
History at Home: Scientific American Architects and Builders Edition
Architect Debra David will continue discussing Montclair residences that were featured in the Magazine that were a part of Scientific America from 1885 - 1905.
Jazz Jams
Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, NewarkJoin 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…
Christmas Putlock
Sierra Coffee Group 302 Ridge Road, LyndhurstBring your favorite dish, snack, or pastry to share at the cafe. Make this Christmas gathering extra special with delicious food, great company, + plenty of festive cheer.
Seeing From The Heart
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJVisit displays at the Montclair Art Museum created by 14 local volunteer artists that reflect "mutual compassion, empathy, respect, and friendship across boundaries or differences."
Countdown to Christmas
Saint Jude Roman Catholic Church 40 Maxim Drive, Hopatcong, NJOn December 21st, the St. Jude Church of Hopatcong will host the Countdown to Christmas, a holiday shopping extravaganza. This free event will feature over 50 different local restaurants and…
“Winter Wonderland” Open House
Montclair History Center’s Crane House & Historic YWCA Museum 110 Orange Road, Montclair, NJExperience the holidays at the Historic YWCA house in Montclair for free.
Human Needs Food Pantry | 9 Label Street, Montclair
In New Jersey alone, over 1.1 million people are food insecure. The Human Needs Pantry has been able to add over 1,000 additional homes to service during this time of need. Through the help of generous donors and volunteers’ residents in need in Montclair and neighboring Essex County towns are able to pick up food or have a home-delivery grocery service. Close to 3,000 groceries are donated weekly throughout the area. Learn more here.
Junior League of Montclair-Newark | 40 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
The true lifeline behind any organization, non-profit, or association is the volunteers. The Junior League of Montclair-Newark works to help develop and cultivate volunteerism amongst women in the community. The group of volunteers that are formed through this organization promotes education, health, wellness, literacy, and arts for children. Learn more here.
Montclair Neighborhood Development Corporation | 228 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair
Recreation, community, + education are essential to childhood development. Through various programs, the Montclair Neighborhood Development Corporation is able to provide a positive environment for children in the community. The year-long program, Project Oasis, is broken up into two seasons + focuses on closing the achievement gap among African-American youth. These services are only made possible by the support of volunteers, mentors, + donors. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
Pre-Holiday Medspa Treatments at Evolve Med Spa in Montclair, NJ
This article is sponsored by Evolve Med Spa.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — especially at Evolve Med Spa in Montclair. This year, the team is celebrating with 12 Days (!!) of Holiday Deals on services like Hydrafacials, PRP treatments, peels, and more. Whether treating yourself or giving the gift of beauty to someone else, Evolve Med Spa, located at 46 South Park Street in Montclair, has something for everyone. Keep reading to learn more about Evolve Med Spa’s 12 Days of Holiday Deals.
12 Days of Holiday Deals
Evolve Med Spa’s 12 Days of Holidays kicked off on December 12th and runs until the 24th. During that time, clients can receive treatments at a discounted rate (which can be banked for the future, if you can’t make it in during the celebration).
These deals are great — but don’t take our word for it. Check out some of the most popular treatments at Evolve below.
- Diamond Glow/Signature Hydrafacial ($99): get a glow like no other with this specialized facial that drenches your skin with hydration while exfoliating.
- Dermaplaning ($30): removes dead skin and peach fuzz from the face.
- Illuminize Peels ($75): a brightening chemical peel that improves the appearance of the skin.
- VI Peels/VI Body Peels ($299/$349): this chemical peel removes the layer of dead skin to promote healthier, and more vibrant-looking skin.
- Single IPL Facials ($250): a laser treatment that targets sun damage, redness, and discoloration to reveal a clearer, more even skin tone.
- PRP (20% off packages or $500 add-on): encourages reparative cell function and skin healing.
- Microneedling ($300 single session): boosts collagen production to improve skin texture, reduce scars, and promote a smoother, rejuvenated complexion.
- Morpheus 8 ($750): an advanced microneedling treatment that uses radiofrequency to stimulate collagen, tighten skin, and improve texture for a rejuvenated look.
- SkinVive ($600): uses hyaluronic acid technology to tackle fine lines and wrinkles.
- Radiesse BBL ($2,500/$5,000): enhances curves and boosts volume by stimulating collagen for natural-looking results.
- Cryo + Dermaplaning Facial ($120): uses cold therapy to tighten pores, reduce puffiness, and refresh your skin for a radiant glow.
- Clear and Brilliant ($350): fractional laser treatment that promotes healthy, younger-looking skin.
Don’t forget, Evolve Med Spa is running its 12 Days of Holiday Deals now through December 24th. All promotions can be banked but must be redeemed by 5/31/25.
Evolve Medspa is located at 46 South Park Street in Montclair and has seven other locations throughout New Jersey. Call 800-867-8015 or visit the website to book an appointment or for more info.
