Best Things to Do in Morristown – Events & Attractions

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Discover the best things to do in Morristown, NJ!

From historical sites to a beautiful arboretum to a popular book festival, this list covers Morristown’s best events, festivals, restaurants, and outdoor activities.

🔹 Top AttractionsMorristown National Historical Park, Morris Museum, Ford Mansion, Morristown Game Vault, Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 1776 Morristown

🔹 Outdoor AdventuresSeaton Hackney Stables, Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Historic Speedwell, Morristown Green

🔹 Upcoming EventsMorristown Festival of Books and KidFest, events at Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown Farmers Market

Whether you’re searching for “things to do in Morristown 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 Morristown adventure!

Best Things to Do in Morristown

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Two Bars in New Jersey Make USA Today’s Inaugural Best Bars in America List

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Fortune Named This NJ Town One of The Best Places to Live For Families in the Country

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These 2 New Jersey Towns Were Named Top Enchanting Small Towns in the Northeast

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Three of Our Favorite New Jersey Towns Are Up For ‘Best Small Town’ in the Northeast’

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These Two New Jersey Towns Are Voted the Most Christmassy in The U.S.

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Bring Your Young Readers to KidFest at the Morristown Festival of Books

It's a bibliophile's dream. Every year, Morristown's Festival of Books welcomes authors from all over the world. One of the special events during the weekend...

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‘Money’ Magazine Says These are The Best Places to Live in NJ

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Best Towns for Day Trips: Morristown

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Morristown Calendar of Events

NJ Events Calendar

  • Contemporary Volumes

    Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

    In this exhibition, the book is reimagined not only as an object of content, but as a site of transformation—where material, meaning, and message converge. Through sculpture, installation, and mixed […]

    $12
  • Bank of America Museums on Us Weekend

    Through Museums on Us, Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive free general admission to various cultural attractions on the first full weekend of […]

  • Home for the Holidays: A Macculloch Hall Christmas

    Macculloch Hall Historical Museum 45 Macculloch Ave, Morristown, NJ, United States

    “Not a Creature Was Stirring: Thomas Nast's Christmas Animals" is this year’s exhibition of Thomas Nast’s Santa Claus illustrations, children’s activities including letters to Santa and ornament making, hot cider […]

    $5 – $15
  • A Magical Cirque Christmas

    Mayo Performing Arts Center 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ, United States

    Embrace the holiday spirit during a variety show full of nostalgia, charm, and awe-inspiring performances by the talents of world-class entertainers performing to your favorite holiday music.

    $47 – $89
  • Jingle & Mingle for a Cause

    The Office Tavern Grill (Morristown) 3 South Street, Morristown, NJ, United States

    The Office Tavern Grill in Morristown is reviving the classic office holiday party with an evening of appetizers, holiday cocktails, raffle drawings, and a photo booth. The event is open […]

    $45
  • Jingle & Mingle for a Cause

    The Office Tavern Grill (Morristown) 3 South Street, Morristown, NJ, United States

    This fundraiser for Good Grief is a holiday happy hour, where your ticket includes an open bar, appetizers, raffles, and a photo booth to capture the night. This event brings […]

    $45
  • New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker With New Jersey Symphony

    Mayo Performing Arts Center 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ, United States

    New Jersey Ballet’s beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live […]

    $47 – $99
  • IMPROV: The Ugly Sweater Show

    Morristown Masonic Center 39 Maple Ave, Morristown, NJ, United States

    Troupe members from Too Old for That! will put on a fast-paced, completely unscripted comedy show. Admission is $15 per person - or $10 if you show up in an […]

    $10 – $15
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