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Events
Calendar of Events
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1 event, HERCULE POIROT & THE WOMAN IN BLACK After a glorious summer’s afternoon in Cape May, come join us at the Inn of Cape May right along the beach for some… $65 – $90 | 1 event, HERCULE POIROT & THE WOMAN IN BLACK After a glorious summer’s afternoon in Cape May, come join us at the Inn of Cape May right along the beach for some… $65 – $90 | 4 events, The South Orange Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday from June 3 through October 28 from 1PM to 6PM at 12 Sloan Street in the Sloan Street Parking Lot, rain…  The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 –  🚨 Adult & kid-friendly event next Wednesday at 4pm in Jersey City! 🎨☕️ Join us at CREMA jc for an afternoon of painting, sipping, and relaxing. No experience needed ✨… $45.00 | 5 events, Mornings in the Glade is a relaxed space for little ones and their grown-ups to start the day together. Join us at Little Island for unstructured play outdoors. Drop in,… Free The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 10 events, Art House Productions presents IN THE WIND Curated by Tina Maneca Presented as part of the A.R.T. Phase II NJEDA Program in partnership with Hudson County Parks June 2026-November 2026… Free Jersey City’s premier quarterly arts festival, which is free and open to the public, will feature a diverse array of events, including visual art exhibitions, music performances, studio tours, and… Free The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 Step inside some of the most beautiful private gardens in and around Montclair—spaces you wouldn’t normally get to see. Each stop on the Roses to Rock Gardens Tour offers something… $50 – $60 | 18 events, Blippi is coming to your hometown in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Get ready to see the world more curiously as you move like, play like, and explore just… $47 – $67 Downtown After Sundown, South Orange’s popular summer live music series, returns to Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ 07079) with FREE live music every Saturday from June 6… Free –  Join Clean Ocean Action for the 8th Annual Rally for the Two Rivers: Eco-Fest! Eco-Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers! Enjoy a morning packed… Free – Celebrate Pet Wants’ 10 year anniversary in South Orange on Saturday, June 6 at 63 S Orange Ave. Stop by for a fun day of pet-friendly specials, Pride-themed giveaways, photo… | 10 events, The largest Renaissance Faire in New Jersey is located off major highways, including the NJ Turnpike in Northern Burlington County, 75 minutes south of NYC, and 30 minutes north of…  All for One and One for All! The New Jersey Renaissance Faire celebrates its 17th magical season with an immersive family-friendly experience offering something for everyone! Cheer on jousting knights,… |
4 events, HERCULE POIROT & THE WOMAN IN BLACK After a glorious summer’s afternoon in Cape May, come join us at the Inn of Cape May right along the beach for some… $65 – $90 | 4 events, HERCULE POIROT & THE WOMAN IN BLACK After a glorious summer’s afternoon in Cape May, come join us at the Inn of Cape May right along the beach for some… $65 – $90 | 6 events, The South Orange Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday from June 3 through October 28 from 1PM to 6PM at 12 Sloan Street in the Sloan Street Parking Lot, rain… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 HERCULE POIROT & THE WOMAN IN BLACK After a glorious summer’s afternoon in Cape May, come join us at the Inn of Cape May right along the beach for some… $65 – $90 | 17 events, When the final whistle blows, the party moves to Newark. From rooftop dining and Portuguese taverns to classic bars with serious atmosphere, Newark Night Out is your guide to the… Varies  Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… Mornings in the Glade is a relaxed space for little ones and their grown-ups to start the day together. Join us at Little Island for unstructured play outdoors. Drop in,… Free | 20 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 25 events, Downtown After Sundown, South Orange’s popular summer live music series, returns to Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ 07079) with FREE live music every Saturday from June 6… Free Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The largest Renaissance Faire in New Jersey is located off major highways, including the NJ Turnpike in Northern Burlington County, 75 minutes south of NYC, and 30 minutes north of… | 22 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The largest Renaissance Faire in New Jersey is located off major highways, including the NJ Turnpike in Northern Burlington County, 75 minutes south of NYC, and 30 minutes north of… |
16 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local…  From world-class glass art to cutting-edge maker spaces, boutique beauty studios, and cozy cafés — Newark’s creative spirit is on full display on this trail. Explore the artists, makers, and… | 16 events, When Dad feels like a little bit of time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their… $39.50 Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… | 18 events, The South Orange Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday from June 3 through October 28 from 1PM to 6PM at 12 Sloan Street in the Sloan Street Parking Lot, rain… When Dad feels like a little bit of time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their… $39.50 Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… | 21 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… Mornings in the Glade is a relaxed space for little ones and their grown-ups to start the day together. Join us at Little Island for unstructured play outdoors. Drop in,… Free | 19 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 22 events, Downtown After Sundown, South Orange’s popular summer live music series, returns to Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ 07079) with FREE live music every Saturday from June 6… Free Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… –  All Aboard the Pacific Southern Railway Summer Train Show! Back by popular demand after the sold-out Holiday Train Show, Pacific Southern Railway is opening the doors again for a Summer… $10 | 23 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… –  Celebrate Father’s Day with high-speed thrills and boardwalk fun at Casino Pier and Breakwater Beach Waterpark! This Father’s Day, we’re treating all the awesome dads out there to a day… Free |
18 events, The YWCA Princeton has an action-packed Summer Program for kids ages 4–8! Choose from five hands-on experiences that build confidence, strengthen problem-solving skills, and spark creativity. EmpowerU Summer Program encourages… Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… From world-class glass art to cutting-edge maker spaces, boutique beauty studios, and cozy cafés — Newark’s creative spirit is on full display on this trail. Explore the artists, makers, and… | 18 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… From world-class glass art to cutting-edge maker spaces, boutique beauty studios, and cozy cafés — Newark’s creative spirit is on full display on this trail. Explore the artists, makers, and… | 20 events, The South Orange Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday from June 3 through October 28 from 1PM to 6PM at 12 Sloan Street in the Sloan Street Parking Lot, rain… Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 21 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… Mornings in the Glade is a relaxed space for little ones and their grown-ups to start the day together. Join us at Little Island for unstructured play outdoors. Drop in,… Free | 24 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 23 events, Downtown After Sundown, South Orange’s popular summer live music series, returns to Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ 07079) with FREE live music every Saturday from June 6… Free Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 22 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 |
21 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… From world-class glass art to cutting-edge maker spaces, boutique beauty studios, and cozy cafés — Newark’s creative spirit is on full display on this trail. Explore the artists, makers, and… | 20 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… From world-class glass art to cutting-edge maker spaces, boutique beauty studios, and cozy cafés — Newark’s creative spirit is on full display on this trail. Explore the artists, makers, and… | 24 events, The South Orange Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday from June 3 through October 28 from 1PM to 6PM at 12 Sloan Street in the Sloan Street Parking Lot, rain… COUNTRY LINE DANCING: July 1 & August 9 KID’S DANCE PARTY: July 8 & August 26 LATIN NIGHT: July 15 & August 12 POPULAR LINE DANCING: July 22 BALLROOM DANCING:… Free Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 25 events, JULY 2: INDEPENDENCE DAY JULY 9: AN AMERICAN TAIL JULY 16: MIRACLE JULY 23: NATIONAL TREASURE JULY 30: CAPTAIN AMERICA AUGUST 6: FIELD OF DREAMS AUGUST 13: JAWS AUGUST 20:… Free Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… Mornings in the Glade is a relaxed space for little ones and their grown-ups to start the day together. Join us at Little Island for unstructured play outdoors. Drop in,… Free | 26 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 | 30 events, Downtown After Sundown, South Orange’s popular summer live music series, returns to Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza, South Orange, NJ 07079) with FREE live music every Saturday from June 6… Free Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… –  Join General George Washington, the Marquis de Lafayette, and Baron von Steuben for a commemoration of the feu de joie (fire of joy) that took place on the banks of… Free | 26 events, Step into Newark’s South Ward — a vibrant community rich with culture, history, green spaces, and flavors that have defined this neighborhood for generations. From a beloved park to local… The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey… $6 – $60 |
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