Mother’s Day is this weekend, and besides brunch, there are so many local happenings to check out in Essex County and beyond for both indoor and outdoor fun. Below is the list of (over 70!) Montclair, Essex County, and Northern New Jersey events happening this weekend May 9th through May 12th, 2024. 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.
12-Week ‘Summer of Queen’ Season with Rock Voices
First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 153 Park Street, Montclair
Tuesday — May 14th at 7PM
Join Rock Voices for its 12-week ‘Summer of Queen’ season. This non-audition choir welcomes all voices (18+) and provides a safe space to sing. The first session on 5/14 is risk-free to try, and tuition for the summer season costs $275 (payable in installments + financial aid available).
Hoboken Spring Arts + Music Festival on 5/19
On Washington Street between Observer Highway and 7th Street, Hoboken
Sunday — May 19th at 11AM-6PM (rain date 6/2)
Hoboken’s 2024 Spring Arts + Music Festival is back this May and will feature displays and sales by 300+ artists, crafters, food vendors, + local businesses — including artwork, food, clothing, jewelry, flowers, furniture, + home decor, as well as live music throughout the day and kids activities.
The Local Girl Real Estate Listings
If you’re looking for a new house, condo, rental, or you’re looking to list your property as a realtor or owner, our parent brand The Local Girl has a Real Estate Listings Directory. The directory is an ever-growing, curated list of 80+ real estate properties throughout New Jersey and New York.
MILL Spring Classes at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Van Vleck House + Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJThere will be Spring MILL classes at Van Vleck.
Art in The Afternoon at Montclair Art Museum
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJMAM invites adults ages 55+ and friends to join us for an artistic social gathering twice a month.
If It Had Not Been For Mother at Clinton Hill Community + Early Childhood Center
Clinton Hill Comm + Early 420 Hawthorne Avenue, NewarkJoin us for an evening of music and storytelling with Gwen Moten, an esteemed vocalist, conductor and White House-appointed American Cultural Specialist.
Sommelier Series: Taste of ’90s Nostalgia at Stone House
Stone House 50 Stirling Road, WarrenJoin our Sommelier, Sam Mushman, for a journey down memory lane. He will be featuring 6 different wines paired with some of your favorite childhood snacks.
Amon Amarth: Metal Crushes All Tour at Wellmont Theater
Wellmont Theater 5 Seymour Street, MontclairWatch the Amon Amarth: Metal Crushes All Tour.
Turning In + Turning Out with Alissa at Loopwell
Loopwell 80 Maple Avenue, Montclair, NJThe effects of hip rotation on movement, relationships, and intimacy In this dynamic two-hour workshop you will learn how the position of your hips affects the function of your pelvic…
Sip and Sing Karaoke at Montclair Brewery
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJFull of fun, free of charge; it's our notoriously enjoyable weekly karaoke event! Come in and sing your heart out! We'll have plenty of beer to keep your vocal cords…
WomanSONG in Concert: As time Goes By at Montclair Women’s Club
Montclair Women's Club 82 Union Street, MontclairAn eclectic program by the women with audience participation.
The Strollers Presents: Beethoven’s Wrong Note at The Burgdorff Theater
The Burgdorff Theater 10 Durand Road, MaplewoodWatch The Strollers Presents: Beethoven’s Wrong Note.
Cornerstone Café at Montclair Art Museum
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJEnjoy refreshing beverages, hot coffee, and tasty treats at the Cornerstone Café.
Plant Sale at Reeves Reed Arboretum
Reeves Reed Arboretum 165 Hobart Avenue, Summit, NJJoin us in commemorating five decades of nurturing nature and fostering a vibrant, green community here online and at our live plant sale.
Paint Night at Sierra Coffee Group
Sierra Coffee Group 302 Ridge Road, LyndhurstCome join us for a fun and creative evening at Paint Night! Unleash your inner artist as you sip on drinks and follow along with our talented instructor to create…
Mental Health Community Resource and Family Fun Day at Raymour + Flanigan
Raymour and Flanigan (Rockaway) 301 Mount Hope Avenue Suite 002, RockawayThis event is focused on raising community awareness of the Mental Health Association and the resources available to provide mental health support. The event will also include art therapy…
Sip and Shop at Tea + Oranges
Join us for a fun evening at Tea & Oranges while we SIP & SHOP and support the Arboretum.
Mother’s Day Evening Tea at Reeves Reed Arboretum
Reeves Reed Arboretum 165 Hobart Avenue, Summit, NJThe Secret Tea Room takes particular pride in its collection of chinaware, which wonderfully complements the Victorian style of Wisner House and sets an enchanting scene overlooking the Arboretum’s gardens…
Yoga Pulse: Rhythmic Flow Class
Yoga Mechanics 107 Forest Street, MontclairLet's wish co-owner Hana Konheim a Happy birthday AND explore a connection to movement's natural flow, guided by live guitar and drums. This yoga class is open to all levels.…
Wine and Wheel at Montclair Art Museum
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJMake wheel-thrown objects such as cups, bowls, or vases that you can use at home.
Jordan Klepper at NJPAC
NJPAC 1 Center Street, Newark, NJComedian Jordan Klepper will perform.
Bone Daddy + The Hoochies at Montclair Brewery
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJPassionate practitioners of the "sweet, sorrowful, and sexy" Blues, Bone Daddy & The Hoochies strive to honor the legacy of the universal and deeply personal genre and to do its…
Heathers The Musical: Teen Edition at SOPAC
SOPAC One SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJClass Act Performing Arts Studio proudly presents Heathers The Musical: Teen Edition, book, music, and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy, based on the film by Daniel Waters.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at NJPAC
NJPAC 1 Center Street, Newark, NJAlvin Ailey American Dance Theater is woven into the fabric of Newark — dancing at NJPAC’s opening night 26 years ago, and returning every year since.
Audio Riot at Just Jake’s
Just Jake's 30 Park Street, Montclair, NJWatch Audio Riot perform.
Walk With a Doc Montclair at Brookdale Park
Brookdale Park MontclairCome and join our walking group! Our goal is to educate, exercise, and empower. Every walk begins with a 5 to 7 min discussion on a health topic before we…
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company celebrates Asian American Pacific Islanders Heritage Month
Hostos Center for Preforming Arts 450 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NYNai-Ni Chen Dance Company’s celebration of Asian American Pacific Islanders Heritage Month at Hostos Center for Arts and Culture this weekend. Launching its 36th Anniversary Season, highlights of the…
Walk With a Doc Montclair at Brookdale Park
Brookdale Park MontclairCome and join our walking group! Our goal is to educate, exercise, and empower. Every walk begins with a 5 to 7 min discussion on a health topic before we…
Yoga Session at Newark Museum of Art
The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJTaking place in the Museum’s Sketch Aquarium Immersive Experience, find calm while surrounded by tranquil sounds of nature and digital sea creatures.
Tea Luncheon at Montclair Women’s Club
Montclair Women's Club 82 Union Street, Montclair, NJThe Montclair Women’s Club and the New Jersey Questers are hosting a Spring Tea Luncheon. Money raised will go towards restoration and preservation of the Montclair Women’s Club.
Community Day: Made in Newark at Newark Museum of Art
The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJJoin us for Community Day to celebrate the unique culture, tantalizing food, lively music, and incredible people that shape Newark’s identity.
Resin Geode Canvas Art Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique
The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJThis class is designed for beginners who want to learn the fundamental techniques of working with UV resin, and who want to create hand-made geode-inspired miniature masterpieces of their own.…
Mother’s Day Glassblowing + Brunch at GlassRoots
GlassRoots 10 Bleeker Street, NewarkGlassRoots, Newark’s Glass Art Center, is thrilled to bring back our popular Mother’s Day glassblowing classes this spring! Learn how to blow glass with one of our experienced Teaching Artists…
Supernova at Just Jake’s
Just Jake's 30 Park Street, Montclair, NJWatch Supernova perform.
Janétza Miranda at Montclair Brewery
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJJanétza Miranda is a Newark Native who combines the traditions of Jazz, Soul, Rhythm & Blues, Bolero, Bomba y Plena, Hip Hop, & More into a remixed sonic delight of…
DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic Live at Prudential Center
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJMother's Day Good Music Festival presents DJ Cassidy's Pass The Mic Live! featuring Boyz II Men, TLC, Bobby Brown, Method Man & Redman, Faith Evans, Total, and special surprise guests.
Daddy Pop at Just Jake’s
Just Jake's 30 Park Street, Montclair, NJWatch Daddy Pop perform.