Best Things to Do in Montclair – Events & Attractions

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Discover the best things to do in Montclair, NJ!

From the historic downtown to lots of arts and culture to top-rated family-friendly attractions, this list covers Montclair’s best events, festivals, restaurants, and outdoor activities.

🔹 Top AttractionsMontclair Art Museum, Van Vleck House & Gardens, The Clairidge, Presby Memorial Iris Gardens, Downtown Montclair Center, Wellmont Theater, Wellmont Arts Plaza, Montclair History Museum, Crane House & Historic YWCA, Montclair Film, Vanguard Theater Company, Leach Gallery at Studio Montclair, Bangz Salon and Wellness Spa
🔹 Outdoor Adventures – Walking the downtown, Eagle Rock Reservation

🔹 RestaurantsPasta Ramen, Da Pepo, Halcyon, Ani Ramen, Milk N Cookies, Chip City Cookies, Vesta Chocolate
🔹 Upcoming Events – Seasonal festivals, concerts, family-friendly activities – Montclair Film Festival, Wellmont summer concerts, Montclair Jazz Music Festival, Downtown Jamboree

Whether you’re searching for “things to do in Montclair this weekend,” kid-friendly activities or seasonal events, we’ve got you covered. Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings and plan your perfect Montclair adventure!

Best Things to Do in Montclair

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Loom Knitting Purse Workshop

The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

Learn how to use a round knitting loom and create your own purse in your choice of color. Finish it with a magnetic clasp or with a button closure. No […]

$65.00

Food Crawl & Historic Homes Tour of Montclair

MC Hotel 690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, United States

Chow Town Food Tours and Montclair History Center are joining forces so you can taste the best of Montclair and discover the fascinating history of North Mountain Avenue, Claremont Avenue, […]

$85

Loopwell Presents: Montclair Summer Jazz Speakeasy

Loopwell 80 Maple Avenue, Montclair, NJ, United States

The evening will feature live jazz performances - including by Mackenzie Crimmins, an acclaimed singer, actor, and dancer based in Scotch Plains - and seasonal mocktails and cocktails. Java Love […]

$25

Wellness on the Block Party

39 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair 39 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ, United States

Hosted by Rose Gold Wellness, the Wellness On The Block Party is a free, family-friendly celebration of wellness, community, and local businesses. There will be food from Silantro Lime Tacos […]

Tapping into Your Healing Energy with Crystals

The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

Learn how to raise your healing vibration so you can use it to heal. You will understand when and how to invite specific crystals into your life. You will better […]

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Free First Friday: Paint a Pal

The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

On the first Friday of each month, Eclectic Chic Boutique hosts a free activity. Tonight you'll paint a 3D-printed figurine. Good for beginners or pro painters. Bring your own snacks […]

Free

Expressing Yourself Limitlessly Through Bracelet Design

The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

Listen to your inner compass and channel your own art creation through your higher consciousness, thus creating a bracelet design that uniquely resonates with you. You'll be given ceramic beads, […]

$30.00

Doing Your Do: Creating Hair Jewelry

The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

Whether you wear you hair straight, kinky, braided or loc’d, an instructor will walk you through Hair Jewelry Making to accommodate your style. Learn how to accessorize one of your […]

$50.00

Jazz House Summer Workshop Showcase

JAZZ HOUSE (347 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042) 347 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

More than 150 emerging student artists from across the globe will showcase their talents.  

Free!

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