Nobody loves New Jersey like New Jerseyans do — but living in such a great (arguably the best?) state makes finding a home that much harder. To make this process simpler, our parent brand, The Local Girl, has launched a Real Estate Listings Directory that is self-service and accessible to everyone — whether you rent, buy, want to list a property, find a room, sublet your own room, or are a realtor looking to share listings with our audience.
Here, you can find an ever-growing, curated list of real estate throughout New Jersey, from Montclair to Verona to Clifton and throughout North Jersey — all the way down to the Jersey Shore. We’ll also be sharing the most recent listings with our readers on a weekly basis via an article that is shared throughout our content platforms, so getting into our directory definitely has major perks beyond your typical real estate listings site.
Keep reading to see all of the listings available in Montclair, Bloomfield, North Jersey, and Greater New Jersey through The Local Girl’s Real Estate Directory this week, and keep checking realestate.thelocalgirl.com for additional properties. Interested an unlimited listings package? Email [email protected].
Listings Currently Live
The live listings section of the Real Estate Directory lists all types of properties — including apartments, houses, condos, and commercial spaces. Users can list them as rentals, sublets, for sale, or short-term rentals in the directory. Those looking to buy or rent can browse a variety of listings directly on the directory, 24/7 – 365. With filters such as property type, price, and bedrooms, you can also browse individual listings and explore neighborhoods using the map feature. See below for the listings available and on the market for sale and rent this week.
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17 Kenneth Road, Montclair
4.5-bed, 4.5-bath home with 10-foot ceilings, a wet bar, and custom built-in cabinets. Learn more about this listing here.
517 Park Street, Montclair
Five or more-bed, 4.5-bath home on an oversized lot that is customizable, and will be fully rehabbed and renovated this fall. Learn more about this listing here.
82 Cooper Avenue, Montclair
Three-bed, three-bath home in need of full rehab. This is sold “as is” and the seller will provide architectural drawings, proposed floor plans, and design concepts. Learn more about this listing here.
45 Gates Avenue, Montclair
Six-bed, 3.5-bath historic, spacious, and artfully renovated home with original details and modern upgrades throughout. Learn more about this listing here.
1 Stanley Road, South Orange
Historic Mediterranean-style five-bed, four-bath home in historic Tuxedo Park in South Orange. Learn more about this listing here.
12 Pierson Place, Glen Ridge
Five-bed, 3.5-bath home that has been renovated, completely gutted, + transformed into a modern oasis. Learn more about this listing here.
45 Clark Street, Summit
Open concept floor plan with five or more bedrooms, four bathrooms, formal dining room, living room, guest bedroom on the first floor, and more — approximately 3,500 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
3 Parkside Avenue, Madison
Open concept floor plan with five or more bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, formal sitting room, dining room, living room with fireplace, walkout to backyard, and more — approximately 3,500 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
15 Girard Avenue, Chatham
Open concept floor plan with five or more bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, classic lemonade porch, formal living room with a fireplace, aur pair suite, and more — approximately 4,300 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
39 N Summit Avenue, Chatham
Home with five or more bedrooms, five or more bathrooms, first-floor grand foyer, formal parlor, living room, guest suite with full bathroom, and more— approximately 3,500 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
64 Summit Avenue, Chatham
Home with five or more bedrooms, five or more bathrooms, grand foyer to formal living room, neutral-toned sand and cobblestone colored kitchen featuring black and gold hardware, stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink, and double ovens, and more— approximately 4,000 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
18 Overlook Drive, Denville
Five or more beds, 5 or more baths large Cedar Lakes Colonial with cul de sac location featuring freshly painted interior, spacious rooms throughout, and an in-law suite. Learn more about this listing here.
16 Oak Lane, Randolph
Four-bed, 3.5-bath charming and updated Colonial Home with loads of natural light. Learn more about this listing here.
100 Manhattan Avenue Apartment 708, Union City
Recently renovated 2-bed 2-bath with a large open concept kitchen, living and dining room with bamboo hardwood floors throughout, quartz countertops, crown molding, new doors throughout, seven large closets, and new windows — 1,045 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
110 Willow Avenue Apartment 1, Hoboken
Two-bed, 2-bath townhouse/condo in the heart of downtown Hoboken that is minutes from the Path, features a generous open floor plan, and has a huge dining area with room to spare for a home office — 1,097 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
413 Washington Street A, Hoboken
Spacious and modern three-bed, two-full-bath condo in Downtown Hoboken — 1,300 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
904 Jefferson Street #3J, Hoboken
Extraordinary east-facing, turnkey two-bed two-bath home with deeded parking included, located in the most convenient neighborhood of midtown Hoboken at the West Fields luxe amenity condo building — 1,230 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
1021 Grand Street #1C, Hoboken
One-bed, one-bath condo in an elevator building with a gym + garage parking spot — 761 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
1100 Maxwell Lane #1201, Hoboken
South-east-facing two-bed, two-bath corner Penthouse with NYC views in the luxury waterfront Maxwell Complex. Learn more about this listing here.
1110 Garden Street, Hoboken
Rarely available, four-bed, three-bath18, 1/2-feet-wide by 100-feet deep brick townhouse located on one of Hoboken’s most coveted tree-lined streets — 2,100 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
603 Monroe Street #6, Hoboken
True three-bed, two-full bath light-filled home in an elevator building and two separate deeded indoor parking spaces — 1,545 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
1110 Maxwell Lane, Hoboken
Two-bed, two-bath corner home with with Empire State Building views from your living room. Learn more about this listing here.
118 Jefferson Street Apartment 3L, Hoboken
Must-see stylish and sophisticated one-bed, one-bath home in the Heart of Hoboken — 660 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
80 Park Avenue #5B, Hoboken
Fabulously renovated two-bed, two-bath duplex loft perfectly situated downtown in the Schoolhouse building including elevator and deeded parking, 24-foot ceilings, exposed original wooden beams, and oversized windows and skylights — 1,109 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
1039 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken
Renovated five-bed, 5.5-bath home that is one of Hoboken’s most exceptional brownstones. Learn more about this listing here.
1222 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken
Four-bed, three-bath renovated four-story single-family brick and brownstone townhome. Learn more about this listing here.
148 New York Avenue, Jersey City
Incredible, one-of-a-kind, two-family home with four bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms. Learn more about this listing here.
149 Beach Street Unit 2, Jersey City
Townhouse/condo with three bedrooms, one bathroom, private deck, and a shared backyard for rent in the quiet Western Slope neighborhood of Jersey City Heights — 2,100 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
3457 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Freshly refinished two-family home with four bedrooms, and three bathrooms in the heart of Jersey City Heights. Learn more about this listing here.
52 Cambridge Avenue Unit 12, Jersey City
One-bed, one-bath apartment with high-end modern finishes, options for a private outdoor terrace, and walkability within Jersey City Heights. Learn more about this listing here.
52 Cambridge Avenue Unit 16, Jersey City
Two-bed, two-bath apartment with high-end modern finishes, options for a private outdoor terrace, and walkability within Jersey City Heights. Learn more about this listing here.
52 Cambridge Avenue Unit 19, Jersey City
One-bed, one-bath apartment with high-end modern finishes, options for a private outdoor terrace, and walkability within Jersey City Heights. Learn more about this listing here.
52 Cambridge Avenue Unit 2, Jersey City
Two-bed, two-bath apartment with high-end modern finishes, options for a private outdoor terrace, and walkability within Jersey City Heights. Learn more about this listing here.
52 Cambridge Avenue Unit 28, Jersey City
One-bed, one-bath apartment with high-end modern finishes, options for a private outdoor terrace, and walkability within Jersey City Heights. Learn more about this listing here.
126 Dudley Street #312, Jersey City
Move-in-ready two-bed- two-bath home with private outdoor space at Liberty View in Paulus Hook — 1,189 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
156 Sussex Street, Jersey City
A rare + magnificent two-family home with five or more bedrooms and three bathrooms filled with the old-world elegance of Paulus Hook. Learn more about this listing here.
189 Halladay Street Unit 1, Jersey City
Brand new construction two-story, three-bed, 2.5 bath home with a bonus room, private backyard, balcony, + garage — 1,672 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
209 Adams Street Apartment 2, Jersey City
Two-bed, one-bath apartment with a must-see large deeded private backyard, large living area, and beautiful hardwood floors — 795 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
258 Sherman Avenue Unit 2, Jersey City
Light, bright, modern, and newly finished two-bed, two-bath that is one block to either Washington or Riverview Fisk Park in Jersey City Heights — 810 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
258 Sherman Avenue Unit 3, Jersey City
Light, bright, modern, and newly finished two-bed, two-bath home that is one block to either Washington or Riverview Fisk Park in Jersey City Heights — 854 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
273 Columbia Avenue Unit 1, Jersey City
Three-bed, 2.5-bath with two lower level bonus rooms; one with a wet bar, half bath, and gorgeous sliding glass doors to the fully finished private backyard — 2,382 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
273 Columbia Avenue Unit 2, Jersey City
High-end, high-tech, new-construction home in The Western Slope neighborhood of The Heights with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a full roof deck — 1,546 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
275 Columbia Avenue Unit 2, Jersey City
A spacious three-bed, two-bath home with coveted private outdoor, EV charger non-tandem parking, and a full-size private rooftop with incredible cityscape views — 1,674 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
354 3rd Street #2, Jersey City
Beautifully updated 2-bed, 2-bath south-facing corner unit with hardwood floors, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and a breakfast bar — 887 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
380 Newark Avenue #403, Jersey City
A spacious and bright corner two-bed, two-bath condo with New York City views of the Empire State Building and skyline, and garage parking in Downtown Jersey City — 1,135 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
72 Lake Street Unit 1, Jersey City
Situated on a quiet tree-lined street adjacent to Jersey City Heights Reservoir with a three-bed, three-bath floor plan that includes coveted private outdoor space, ensuite balcony, and non-tandem garage parking — 1,931 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
72 Lake Street Unit 2, Jersey City
Situated on a quiet tree-lined street adjacent to Jersey City Heights Reservoir with a three-bed, three-bath floor plan that includes coveted private outdoor space, ensuite balcony, and non-tandem garage parking — 1,544 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
98 Zabriskie Street Unit 2, Jersey City
Three-bed, two-bath brand new construction home with a gorgeous private rooftop, plus garage parking for the ultimate urban appeal — 1,510 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
357 4th Street, Jersey City
Charming and modern one-bed, one-bath in a renovated townhouse in downtown Jersey City with a patio + laundry — 550 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
72 Storms Avenue, Jersey City
Nicely maintained two-family property with a one-bed, one-bath unit downstairs, and a duplex three-bed one-bath unit upstairs with beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a large living and dining room, and a large backyard — 1,782 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
20 Westervelt Place, Jersey City
Four-bed, three-bath home with expansive layouts, a private outdoor space, and non-tandem EV charger parking — 1,640 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
139 Sherman Place, Jersey City
Two-bed, two-bath home built with top-of-the-line materials including wide plank floors — 1,050 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
20 Westervelt Place #2F, Jersey City
Three-bed, 2.5-bath home with expansive layout, including private outdoor space and non-tandem EV charger parking — 1,248 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
883 Boulevard East #1C, Weehawken
Beautiful and spacious one-bed one-bath condo with an expansive living room, separate dining area, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and spa-like bathroom — 630 square feet. Learn more about this listing here.
10 Harvard Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach
Four-bed, two-bath condo with the perfect combination of fun and relaxation on Lake Louise and the Jersey Shore. Learn more about this listing here.
Amenity Buildings
The Amenities Buildings section in the Real Estate Directory lists the numerous amenity buildings available within the New Jersey and NYC area. You can browse and compare all the luxury amenities each building has to offer. Realtors, real estate firms, and lendors can also list their businesses in the amenity building section.
Vermella NJ | Multiple NJ Locations
The 10 Vermella properties are a collection of modern, transit-friendly communities throughout New Jersey — including Union, Kearny, Harrison, Lyndhurst, Verona, Waldwick, Garwood, Woodbridge, Hackensack, and Orange. Connecting the unique personalities from the area’s most storied towns and cities, Vermella aims to elevate the residential experience, bringing original style to each residential building. The communities boast studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes. Amenities include on-site parking, outdoor pools, rooftop decks, game rooms, and more. Learn more here.
The Enclave Collection | Jersey City
The Enclave, 100 House, and One Ten are part of the same real estate collection but are unique in their own right. No matter which address you choose at The Enclave Collection, each building is filled with next-level amenities, outdoor spaces, and modern rental residences – with distinct characteristics. All three properties are situated near parks, dining, and recreation, with quick access to the PATH, ferry, and the NJ Turnpike, and with Citi Bikes and complimentary shuttle service. Learn more here.
Hudson House | Jersey City
Hudson House, is a luxury residential collection of brand-new studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences with in-trend décor and spacious layouts. It has a concierge service, a rooftop pool deck, a speakeasy, a fitness center, a shuttle to the Hoboken PATH, and more. Learn more here.
3 Acres | Jersey City
3 Acres is all about city life meets resort-style living. It boasts luxury studios to two-bedroom rental residences with over 70,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor amenities, including an outdoor pool, jacuzzi, sundeck, rooftop terrace with BBQs, co-working spaces, game room, complimentary shuttles to the PATH, your very own bar, restaurant, coffee shop, juice bar, and more. Learn more here.
The Agnes | Jersey City
The Agnes is a luxury rental building featuring studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes on Jersey City’s West Side. Modern amenities include an outdoor pool and landscaped courtyard with BBQ grills, a club room, a lounge with a fireplace, a fitness center, a community kitchen, a children’s playroom, onsite parking, and a dog run and dog wash. Shuttle service to Journal Square PATH Station and West Side Light Rail. Learn more here.
Wonder Lofts Condominiums | Hoboken
Wonder Lofts is a collection of 83 brand-new condominium residences in the heart of Hoboken, located in the original Wonder Bread Factory. The historic property features 2-5 bedroom homes with 1,200 to 2,700 sq ft of living space with historic architectural elements preserved in the contemporary redesign. Every home offers private outdoor space and a parking space in the onsite garage. Indoor and outdoor amenities include a concierge, landscaped rooftop with an infinity-edge pool, a circular bar, and 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline and Hoboken. There’s also a residents’ lounge, children’s playroom, full gym, and more. Learn more here.
The Hazel | Jersey City
The Hazel is a collection of luxury rental homes in Jersey City’s Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood known for its open green spaces, eclectic lifestyle options, and proximity to Manhattan. The new six-story building features spacious studios, as well as one-and two-bedroom residences. Amenities include an on-site concierge, a rooftop terrace with barbecues, a Sky Lounge with New York City views, outdoor courtyards, a co-working space, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Learn more here.
Haus25 | Jersey City
Haus25 raises the bar for modern urban living with residences that redefine the home with hospitality-inspired services and spectacular views of NYC + beyond. Luxury amenities include a resort-style pool, an exclusive bowling alley, and a sky lounge. There’s room for everyone at Haus25, with thoughtfully designed studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans, each with EnergyStar-rated appliances and top-of-the-line finishes. With a prime location in downtown Jersey City, residents can enjoy everything Jersey City has to offer while still being just a quick train or ferry ride away from Manhattan. Learn more here.
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23 Winter Festivals in New Jersey for 2025
While the summer months tend to get all the credit for fun activities in New Jersey, the Garden State during the winter is truly the place to be. From partaking in outdoor endeavors like skiing and snowboarding to seeing snowy treetops on a scenic drive, there is always something to do in New Jersey this time of year, some of which include long-awaited festivals only available during the colder months. There are 23 different festivals and special events happening throughout the state from January to March, including a Mac + Cheese Fest, a Soup stroll, and more. Keep reading to learn about festivals happening this winter in New Jersey.
January
Hackettstown’s Winterfest | Hackettstown
January 18th | 10AM-5PM
Hackettstown's Winterfest is a town-wide event that features local businesses, salons, restaurants, breweries, and more. Some of the participating shops include Greene’s Beans at 313 High Street, which will serve Hot Cocoa Flights for the festival, Czig Meister Brewery at 106 Valentine Street, where customers can receive a free fifth drink or $1 off of a cocktail or mocktail, and more. See the full list of participating businesses and what they're serving up during Hackettstown's Winterfest here.
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Rahway Soup Stroll | Rahway
January 18th + January 25th | 1PM-4PM
Local foodies can get a taste of Rahway's soup scene at this year's Soup Stroll. Here's how it works: visit any participating restaurant, ask for a Soup Stroll Sample, receive a free four-ounce sample of the featured soup, stroll to the next contributing spot, and repeat. Attendees can also take a "Souper Selfie" to enter a raffle to win a $25 gift certificate to any participating restaurant in Rahway. Guests can expect to try soups from Adeline Deli at 45 East Milton Avenue, Caido del Cielo at 221 West Main Street, Copacabana Coffee + Bagels at 77 East Milton Avenue, and more. See the full list of businesses and details on how to enter the raffle here.
Downtown Cranford 2025 Souperhero Stroll | North Union Avenue, Cranford
January 18th + January 19th | 12PM-2PM
The Downtown Cranford Souperhero Stroll returns for 2025. At this family-friendly event, attendees can stroll along Eastman Clock Plaza Park and see life-size superhero balloon sculptures by Dream Factory Balloons, a balloon store based in Kenilworth. This festival will also showcase a soup-tasting event and a canned food donation. Tickets cost $10 and all proceeds will go toward Cranford High School's Class of 2025 Project Graduation. Participants are encouraged to wear superhero costumes and bring non-perishable canned food items. Click here for more information.
The Fly Fishing Show | 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison
January 24h-January 26th | 9AM-6PM + 9AM-4:30PM
The Fly Fishing Show is coming to seven different towns across the country, and Edison is one of them. This event will take place at the New Jersey Convention + Expo Center and will present various classes on all the fishing essentials, seminars from experts in the field, casting demos, and more throughout three days in January. The first night of The Fly Fishing Show will also include the Fishing Film Festival, where attendees can watch films highlighting the fishing lifestyle and culture. Tickets range from $5 to $20 and children under five and scouts in uniform can enter for free. Learn more about this event here.
Dessertopia | 430 Western Avenue, Morristown
January 25th | 11AM-7PM
Dessertopia, a festival surrounding all things sweet treats, will take place at the Morristown Armory. As per the festival's website, attendees should "wear [their] stretchy pants...for the ultimate cheat day of the year." There will be all kinds of desserts to indulge in, including peach cobbler, chocolate bonbons, 30+ flavors of gourmet fudge, homemade Dubai chocolate with pistachio + biscoff fillings, cupcake jars, and so much more. Along with sweet foods, there will also be an adult beverage bar, local vendors, a DJ, and face painting.
Garden State Comic Fest | 37 Plains Road, Augusta
January 25th + January 26th | 10AM-5PM + 10AM-3PM
Comic, video game, and cartoon lovers alike can look forward to this festival in late January at The Sussex County Fairgrounds. At the Garden State Comic Fest, guests can meet various comic artists, including Jim Calafiore, who's worked on popular pieces like Aquaman, Deadpool, and Black Panther, and Reilly Brown, a New Jersey native and top-selling comic artist for DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and Line Webtoon. This festival will also feature special guest speakers like Lisa Raggio, the voice of Zarana in G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, and Michelle Santiago, an actor and producer popularly known for her appearance in Terrifier 2 and her work on films and TV shows like Stream, Clerks 3, Manifest, Gotham, Fallout, and more. Food trucks like Bennett St. BBQ, Empanada Guy, The Greek Kitchen, and Homer's Girls Food Truck will also be available for attendees to grab a quick bite. See more details, including ticket information, here.
Lunar Fest NJ | 60 Woodland Road, Maplewood
January 26th | 12PM-4PM
New Jerseyans are invited to celebrate the Year of the Snake at Maplewood's Lunar Fest, which will shine a spotlight on Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese cultures. This event will include children's crafts, dance and song performances, vendors, face painting, and more. Local restaurants will be in attendance, including Pandang, serving authentic Japanese + Thai cuisine, Mochimoly, serving Korean rice cakes + American fried donuts, and Ani Ramen, featuring various ramen dishes. This festival is free for all. See this link for the schedule and full list of participating spots.
February
Thomas Edison Film Festival | 100 Ridge Road, Mahwah
February 1st | 2PM-3:30PM
The Thomas Edison Film Festival, which has occurred for over 40 years, will return to Mahwah on February 1st. Hosted by the Mahwah Public Library, this event will showcase three award-winning documentary films, including Andrew Nadkarni's Academy-Award Short List 2024 + TEFF Global Insights Stellar Award winner Between Earth and Sky, Brian Henderson's TEFF Jury’s Citation Award winner Note of Defiance, and Ryoya Terao's TEFF Jury’s Choice Award winner 13 Drivers’ Licenses. All three of the films' creators will make an appearance for a Q+A after the screenings. While this event is free, registration is required. Those looking to attend should register no later than February 1st at 2PM. Click this link to register.
Jersey City Whiskey Fest | 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City
February 1st-February 6th | 6PM-9:30PM
The Jersey City Whiskey Fest is making a comeback this winter. For six days straight, attendees can taste a wide selection of whiskies and craft spirits, such as all-American Kentucky bourbons, Mexican Tequila, Russian Vodka, and more, at the Harborside Atrium. There will also be live music and several food options available for purchase. Tickets range from $15 to $42 and can be found at this link.
South Orange International Blues Fest: Winter Edition | 1 SOPAC Way, South Orange
February 7th | 7:30PM
Mike Griot, SOPAC curator and local blues icon, will bring the Winter Edition of SOPAC’s 2nd Annual South Orange International Blues Festival to the Northern New Jersey community this February. Because the theme of this series is “Women of the Blues,” the festival will feature three accomplished female artists: Alexis P. Suter of The Alexis P. Suter Band (APSB), a famed artist in the local blues scene, Sue Foley, a 2025 Grammy-nominated artist, and Rae Simone of Rae Simone + the Fellas, who's "known for her mesmerizing and soulful powerhouse vocals," according to the festival's website. This festival will take place at SOPAC and tickets start at $35. Purchase tickets for this event here.
Mac + Cheese Mayhem | 430 Western Avenue, Morristown
February 8th | 11AM=6:30PM
From mac + cheese cupcakes to mac+ cheese stuffed bread, attendees of this event can expect to try all kinds of variations of everyone's favorite noodle dish and cast a vote for their top choice. The Mac Daddy Award (yes, it comes with a real trophy) will be granted to the vendor with the highest votes. Along with mac + cheese, there will be music, beer, margaritas and sangrias, local vendors, kids activities, hatchet throwing, a petting zoo, face painting, and sand art. This festival will occur at the Morristown Armory and tickets cost $7 if pre-purchased and $10 at the door. Children three and under can enter for free. Buy tickets for the Mac and Cheese Mayhem here.
New Jersey Boat Expo | 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison
February 13th-February 16th
Those interested in taking up boating this summer can climb aboard various boats at the New Jersey Boat Expo, which will feature a wide range of boats from different brands. This event will also include vendors selling boating accessories, free fishing seminars, children's activities, and food + drinks. The New Jersey Boat Expo will take place at the New Jersey Convention + Expo Center. Tickets cost $12 and children 12 and under can attend for free. See more information about this expo and how to purchase tickets here.
Red, White, + Brew Fest | 81 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton
February 15th | 1PM-5PM
Taking place the weekend of President's Day, this patriotic festival will include over 50 kinds of craft breweries, wineries, and spirits, as well as live music from Nine Deeez Nite, interactive games, contests, and more. During the event, there will also be a special birthday toast to George Washington in honor of the holiday. The Red, White + Brew Fest will happen at the CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton. The general admission ticket includes drink sampling and a souvenir cup and the VIP ticket includes early access, a t-shirt, a tote bag, and more. See more details on the festival's website.
Jersey Art Book Fair (JAB) | 1 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City
February 21st-February 23rd
The annual Jersey Art Book Fair is returning to Jersey City in February. This year's JAB Fair, which will take place at the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal in Liberty State Park, will include an extra day of programs and activities, as well as over 150 book artists, zine makers, small presses, and indie publishers. For two of the three days, attendees can look forward to various kinds of festivities around the Jersey City area, including workshops, panels, installations, exhibitions, film showings, demos, readings, and meditations. Participants will also have the opportunity to shuttle across JC to visit participating galleries and cultural centers. The festival's website for 2025 is still in the works, so those interested in more information are encouraged to check out Dense Magazine's page on the fair here.
2025 Taste of Madison | 1 Convent Station, Road Morristown
February 24th | 6PM-9:30PM
Located at The Madison Hotel in Morristown, Madison has invited all New Jerseyans to get a taste of the town's culinary scene at this annual festival. The 2025 Taste of Madison will highlight the best dishes from restaurants throughout the area, as well as a curated selection of wines, beers, and spirits from Gary’s Wine + Marketplace. Tickets to this event cost $85 and can be purchased here.
New Jersey Home + Garden Show | 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison
February 28th-March 2nd | 3PM-8PM + 10AM-7PM + 10AM-5PM
Those with green thumbs can get ready for spring at the New Jersey Home and Garden Show in Edison. This festival will take place over three days and feature 175+ gardening and marketplace vendors, kitchen + bath professionals to help attendees design their dream spaces, interior and exterior designers, and more. Located at the New Jersey Convention + Expo Center, tickets for this event range from $10 to $12. Children 15 and under can attend for free. For more information on the New Jersey Home and Garden Show and to purchase tickets, see this link.
March
Big Brew Beer Festival | 430 Western Avenue, Morristown
March 1st | 12PM-5PM
Morristown's Big Brew Beer Festival kicks off on the first day of March. This event, hosted by The Morristown Armory, will include over 150 different crafts and brews to try, as well as food and live music. While the beer list and music lineup have yet to be announced, the list of participating restaurants is live on the festival's website. As of this writing, the list includes Uncle Sals Egg Rolls, Beard One BBQ, Angry Archies, and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Tickets for this festival range from $15 to $80. To purchase tickets and see what it includes, check out this link.
Brewsology Beer Fest | 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
March 1st | 7PM-11PM
According to the festival's website, "The Brewsology Beer Fest is the boozy hybrid of your middle school museum field trip," as attendees can check out the museum's exhibits and science demonstrations while sipping on various kinds of beer creations. This festival will take over the Liberty Science Center after hours and showcase dozens of local craft breweries and cideries in the local area, including Hackensack Brewing Co., 902 Brewing Co., Thin Man Brewery, and 48 others. Tickets for this beer fest range from $65 to $80, depending on whether patrons choose the general admission or VIP ticket. See more details about this event here.
Maple Sugar Fest | 165 Hobart Avenue, Summit
March 2nd | 1PM-4PM
Summit locals and maple syrup lovers alike are invited to this family-friendly festival on March 2nd. At the annual Maple Sugar Fest, which takes place at the Reeves-Reed Arboretum, participants will learn how to turn tree sap into maple syrup, hike along the many trails on the property, and partake in the Maple Sugaring Challenge. This event is free for Reeves-Reed Arboretum members and $10 for non-members. Member registration begins January 21st at 9AM and January 28th at 9AM for non-members. See the festival's website for more information.
Millburn Lunar New Year Festival | Millburn Avenue, Millburn
March 2nd | 12PM-5PM
This lunar festival, which celebrates Chinese culture and the Year of the Snake, will consist of a street fair, food vendors, games, and live performances. The Millburn Lunar New Year Festival will occur on Millburn Avenue, between Main Street + Spring Street. Specific details regarding this year's event have yet to be announced, so visit the festival's website for any future announcements.
Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo | 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison
March 7th-March 9th | 5PM-9PM + 10AM-7PM + 10AM-5PM
With over 200 kinds of healers, readers, crystals, psychics, and more, the Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo will be a one-stop shop for all things spiritual wellness. Along with vendors selling all kinds of products and services, this festival will also feature special activities like yoga classes, author meet + greets, sound healing workshops, and more. The Heat of Oneness Holistic Expo will take place at the New Jersey Convention + Expo Center. Guests can enter for free on Friday, March 7th. Those looking to attend on March 8th or March 9th will need to purchase a $10 ticket or a $15 weekend pass. See more information about this expo and ticket options here.
Garden State Film Festival | 25 North Avenue West, Cranford
March 27th-March 30th
The annual Garden State Film Festival takes place throughout six different locations in New Jersey this year, one of them being at the Cranford Theater. This event will include multiple screenings from the 2025 GSFF winners, some of which include Fragments of Solace, the feature screenplay winner, Purgatorio, the short screenplay winner, and more. In addition, there will be workshops, panel discussions, and a filmmaker Q + A after each film block. Tickets for this festival range from $30 to $105, with each ticket granting different features. See the ticket options here.
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The Chocolate Expo | 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison
March 29th + March 30th | 10AM-6PM
Chocolate enthusiasts are in for a treat this March because The Chocolate Expo is coming to Edison. This nationwide event will have vendors selling chocolate, baked goods, specialty foods, cheeses, craft beverages like wines, spirits, and cider, and more. Attendees can also expect a "Kidz Zone," featuring face painting and balloon twisting, chocolate demos, interactive presentations, and balloon sculptures by Robby Furman, a world-renowned balloon artist. Tickets range from $10 to $30 and children under five can enter for free. Learn more about ticket options for The Chocolate Expo here.
