Summer is a little over a month away, and in the Montclair + Essex County area, there’s no shortage of fun things to do to ring in the new season. From a used book sale featuring over 40,000 used books, CDs, and more to a yoga class at a historic Montclair gem, there is an event for all kinds of interests. Below is a list of (over 110!) Montclair, Essex County, and Northern New Jersey events happening this weekend, May 15th through May 18th, 2025. 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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Montclair Flea at Lackawanna Station

Montclair Flea 1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair

Saturday + Sunday — May 17th + 18th at 11AM-6PM

Enjoy two days of curated vendors, kid activities, art exhibits, vintage finds, murals, bars + tastings, and food trucks. The events have free entry and will take place indoors at Lackawanna Station.

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51st Annual Paramus Greek Festival

St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church 51 Paramus Road, Paramus

May 15th at 11:30AM-8PM, 16th + 17th at 11AM-11PM, + 18th at 12PM-8PM

Celebrate Greek culture and enjoy food, music, and entertainment including authentic Greek specialties like pastitsio, moussaka, gyro, souvlaki, spanakopita, and baklava, frappes, spirits, vendors, and Greek youth dance performances.

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The Local Girl’s Wedding Directory

TLG’s Wedding Directory is celebrating its 5-year anniversary, and is a way for locals to find highly recommended vendors for all wedding festivities — from photography + videography to beauty + wellness to fashion, fitness, and florals. The directory is searchable by region, and many vendors will travel throughout NJ.

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Property of the Week: Property of the Week: 104 Malone Avenue #3, Belleville

This 1-bed, 1-bath townhouse in Belleville is available to rent for $1,700 per month. The property features an hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, central A/C, in-unit laundry, + parking, among other things.

View The Local Girl’s Real Estate Directory here — which has 90+ listings just this week. 

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The Foundation for Sustainable Veteran Housing | New Jersey

The Foundation for Sustainable Veteran Housing is a non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing veteran facilities across New Jersey. The organization’s mission is to provide subsidized housing for veterans in need, ensuring they have a safe and stable place to live. Learn more here.

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Keep Creating Art Wellness Center | 408 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair

This non-profit art center is dedicated to the inclusiveness and acceptance of all individuals, regardless of their abilities and levels of experience. The spot hosts various art classes and workshops for both children and adults. Learn more here.

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The Montclair Inn | 27 Hillside Avenue, Montclair

Affordable housing for senior citizens that includes food, mobility access, WiFi, and more can be difficult to secure. For some time, the Montclair Shared Housing Association has been providing this opportunity while fostering a great community. All residents have access to a private bedroom, kitchen appliances, a semi-private bedroom, three meals a day, a laundry facility, wifi, and community space. While residents do have a monthly rental fee, services and amenities are made possible in large part by donors. Learn more here.

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