Whether you are heading out or staying in. There are so many fun activities that will serve as guide to you, such that having a great and memorable time in Montclair is guaranteed.
From kids activities to performances, farmers’ markets, and much more. There is enough happening in the neighborhood. Jam packed fun activities for everyone.
Things To Do In Montclair
1. South Orange Downtown Farmer’s Market
The South Orange Farmers Market is open every Wednesday in the Sloan St. Lot from 2PM-7PM. Don not forget to bring your shopping bags with you.
You are sure to have the best shopping experience. This is also an opportunity for you to make new friends with locals.
2. Fall Cornhole League at Montclair Brewery
Join the second season of Montclair’s own cornhole league hosted at Montclair Brewery, Wednesday nights 7-8PM.
Montclair can not be called fun if you haven’t spoken about this league. It is an amazing view too if you do not wish to participate in.
3. Halloween Candles + Cupcakes at Alchemy Scent Bar
Signing up for Alchemy Scent Bar Halloween event, can never be a bad idea. Alchemy Scent teaches classes on how to decorate cupcakes for Halloween like a professional from time to time.
Imagine going on a vacation and acquiring a new skill coming back. That will be really lovely. You also learn to make custom-scented candles. Real fun!
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4. Watchung Booksellers Presents Evening with Authors
At Watchung Booksellers you can get to sit with authors and discuss your favorite books. This experience is not only beautiful but usually fun and entertaining too. You can discuss with Authors like, N. West Moss; discussing her book ‘Flesh & Blood’.
5. Montclair Film Festival + Partnership with OUT Montclair
The Montclair Film Festival entertain film lovers especially and professionals as well from all over the region and country with ten days of compelling independent films, comedies, documentaries, panels, family events and work by emerging artists. It is one I would not want you to miss out on while in Montclair.
6. Meditation Workshop
Relaxation of course has several path ways and meditation sessions play big roles also. Bindu Bhatt is great for a virtual meditation session.
I doubt you will regret it if you choose to join in. For over 30 years Bindu has practiced meditation. We have heard testimonies of those who visited, coming back fully refreshed.
7. Coffee & Crime Mystery Book Club: Practical Magic
For book lovers, you also have open chances to join a book club while on a vacation.
A live and lively librarian-led mystery book club discussion on Alice Hoffman’s Practical Magic is an answer too. Reading too can be fun. This can pass as one of the best and fun things to do while in Montclair.
8. Beginners Flow Yoga
This class is hosted by the Union Public Library. Even for beginners you will be led through the foundations of yoga postures, body awareness and alignment.
Relaxation of the mind and a connection with the breath too is part of what you will master. You will learn how to build your own yoga program that will be specific for your mind and body.
9. Montclair Brewery
Get to visit Montclair Brewery for an open mic night. Featuring music, comedy, poetry, and drama.
You can as well join in participation to share your talent at Montclair Brewery’s or simply just watch. It is Family-friendly and open for everybody. Perfect for a date night.
10. The Wellmont Theater
Stop by The Wellmont Theater to watch the premiere of The French Dispatch. And have grand fun with family, friends or colleagues.
11. Classes in Mixed-Media Abstract Art
Every Friday, award-winning Roseland artist Evan Stuart Marshall teaches a class on mixed-media abstract art.
They cover topics which include design and composition, classic abstract layouts, working with shapes, intuitive painting and many more.
12. Watchung Booksellers Evening with Authors
You can get a timeout with authors and discuss your favorite books in the evening here too. Authors like Aliya King Neil, at Watchung Booksellers to discuss her book Keep Your Head Up.
This is one amazing event, to be honest. If you attend once, you will love to attend again.
13. All Points West Distillery Tour
Another fun thing to do in Montclair is going for a 20 minutes tour at all points West every Friday and Saturday. Served with a house cocktails and spirit samples.
14. Bloomfield Center
The Bloomfield Center Alliance invites you to come out for al fresco dining and live entertainment on Washington Street in Bloomfield Center every Friday.
15. Montclair Brewery
You really need to stop by Montclair Brewery for Gradtoberfest. One of the best brewery you will ever come across.
And you are sure to learn a thing or two too. Every weekend, local artist host live music at the Montclair Brewery.
16. The Harder They Fall at The Wellmont Theater
Stop by The Wellmont Theater to watch the premiere of The Harder They Fall and thank me later. Theater has always been a good idea for dates if you ask me.
17. Architect Studios
Who does not love a good Dj Mix on a Saturday. Pure fun by Architect Studios on Saturday for morning classes that will feature DJ Pap.
18. Boardroom Skate
Be a part of Boardroom Skate for a skate session on Saturdays at Rand Courts. No need to shy away if you want to learn. Beginners are highly welcomed too.
19. The Pumpkin Patch
The Pumpkin Patch is perfect for a family gathering. Get to visit here with your loved ones and bond properly.
They might not be time again to have quality time once kids get back to school.
20. Wellmont Theater
This Theater most times give us chances to watch live changing documentaries. So you see, a mix up fun and knowledge.
This is another fun thing to do in Montclair.
21. The Montclair Public Library
At the Montclair Public Library. They host Italian Heritage Celebration and Sister City Day. There will be a dance workshop, as well as Italian Show, and more.
22. Chinese Cooking Classes with Chef Gilley
Would you not love an authentic Chinese culinary experience? It is led by Chef Gilley. Enjoy fascinating training experience from Chef Gilley as you prepare a variety of classic Chinese recipes completely from scratch.
23. Branch Brook Park
Head over to Branch Brook Park for family roller skating. The gates are open every week. It’s open to all ages. Tickets here are being purchased in advance.
24. Montclair Film Festival
Come and have a conversation with Maggie Gyllenhaal, whose award-winning career as an actress is full of groundbreaking and thought-provoking performances.
25. Good Bottle Montclair’s Zerp Proof Drinks Pop-Up
Come to good bottle Montclair this Sunday for a new type of fun that will refill your soul. Whether you are sober curious or sober serious, it really won’t matter here.
Just taste these delicious alcohol free beverages at the pop up event. If you missed it last Sunday, don’t you dare miss this Sunday.
26. Halloween Treat Truck Tour
I wish you meet the city of Newark going around the city with M&M’s to provide free totes of candy and Halloween costume accessories to children 12 and under. How lovely!
27. Sandra Cisneros’ Martita, I Remember
Another fun thing to do is joining a discussion of Sandra Cisneros’ new book: Martita.
I Remember, a poignant lyrical novella about a three-cornered friendship between women that begins with a youthful sojourn in Paris.
28. Motown Sunday Brunch at Sweet Southern Eatery
Head over to Sweet Southern Eatery. Each Sunday they have live music during brunch. this is one I am sure you will love. Especially if you are a life band fan.
29. Montclair’s Newest Public Art: Reverberations of Reawakenings
Local Artists Lauren Vroegindewey, Marguerite Kaufer, and Nicole Nuzzolo are pleased to present Reverberations of Reawakenings, a 35-by-8-ft. In partnership with Montclair Diner currently on view at 613 Valley Road.
30. Girls in Gear Assistant Coach
The Dream Project is a non-profit funding organization committed to helping young girls especially through service and cycling.
The cycling trips span thousands of miles across the country and help those in need along the way. You can as well join in on this marvel.
31. MAM Premieres New Exhibits
Get to Montclair Art Museum to see the four exhibits including Color Riot! How Color Changed Navajo Textiles.
With Diné perspectives and the technical mastery of weavers at the heart of Color Riot!, this exhibition, featuring 70 bold artworks from 1860–1930 and the present, celebrates the courage and vision to experiment.
32. Essex County to Administer Covid-19 Booster Shots
This is another thing to engage in, especially if you are in the medical field and and you travel to Montclair.
Essex County announced that it will administer booster shots to those who are immunocompromised, by appointment only. It is vaccination centers at Kmart in West Orange and Essex County College in Newark.
33. Montclair Film’s Virtual Cinema
Montclair Film’s Virtual Cinema is the one of the best way to watch the latest movie from home and also show support to the non-profit organization.
34. Point of Action: New Art Installation at Crane Park
Montclair residents and artists Nina Cooke John and Charlie Spade man bring this installation to Montclair at no cost to the township for about four to six weeks.
Experience fun in another dimension. Something different from the usual shopping and reading.
Crane Park is located at 1-9 Greenwood Avenue in Montclair.
35. Van Vleck House and Gardens
A tour round Van Vleck House and Gardens is considered a perfect thought and another fun place to visit in Montclair.
It is a center for horticulture, education, music, and art. The gardens are open to the public and the house is available to non-profits for meetings and events.
36. Listen on the Lawn
Your kids will love this event and they will not stop talking about it. Join The Montclair Public Library for an in-person story time on the lawn at the Bellevue Avenue Branch.
Rain dates are scheduled for Thursdays at the same time. Social distancing is highly required, and safety measures too.
You know kids are involved now. We have to take the most careful measures.
37. Cuentitos: Bilingual Spanish Storytime
This is another fun thing that kids will enjoy. Bring your kids to The Montclair Public Library for a fun, bilingual Spanish story time session with live music.
Kids from the age of 2-5 are welcomed weather they speak Spanish or not.
You can drop them off here to catch their fun and make new friends while you sort out other stuffs.
38. Bloomfield Farmer’s Market
You should try stopping at the Bloomfield Farmers Market in order to get some fresh vegetables and fruit. You are sure to find anything farm produce here.
And also meet the most amazing set if locals. It is open every Tuesday in front of the Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, from 3:30PM-6:30PM.
39. South Orange Downtown Farmer’s Market
Please remember to bring your reusable shopping bags with you. You will find it handy. Shopping for fresh vegetables and fruits in this market has got to be one of the best and fun things to do in Montclair.
You are sure to get varieties of fruits and vegetables in whatever quantity and specie you want. You also get to see some fruits you must not have seen before.
40. Free Community Knitting Virtual Class
Join a free community knitting virtual class. It holds every Wednesday. All fiber crafts are welcome. You get to connect with knitters of all age brackets while doing what you love to do also.
41. Make New Friends
There is no greater joy than coming to a city for a vacation and going home with new contacts of amazing people you met. That should be a highlight when going on vacations.
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