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

Historic Theaters in New Jersey: A Guide to the State’s Most Iconic Stages

Living across the river from Broadway has its perks, but you don’t have to cross the Hudson to see live theater in a spectacular...

Conan O’Brien and Stephen Colbert Are Teaming Up for Montclair Film Fundraiser at NJPAC

Big comedy news! Conan O'Brien will join Stephen Colbert on stage this week at NJPAC in a fundraiser in support of Montclair Film. O'Brien is...

These Are New Jersey’s Best Colleges For 2026, According to US News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report’s eagerly awaited 2026 rankings of the country's best universities is out and once again, New Jersey's Ivy League school...

The Ultimate Guide to College Football in New Jersey

From the excitement of a Big Ten crowd at Rutgers University to the storied Ivy League game day traditions at Princeton to New Jersey’s...

Play Ball! Kids Can Help Set a Guinness World Record For the Largest Game of Catch

“I knew the record would stand until it was broken," New York Yankees great Yogi Berra once said. Well, a record stands to be broken...

3 New Jersey Towns Named Among the Country’s Best for Outdoor Dining in 2025

Late summer and the start of fall are the best times for outdoor dining and a new list ranks 3 New Jersey towns as...

14 Free New Jersey Adventures Your Kids Will Never Forget

People love to say that having kids is priceless—but entertaining them certainly isn’t. Thankfully, New Jersey has plenty of cost-free ways to captivate kids...

Walk in the Footsteps of New Jersey Celebrities and Legends at These Iconic Spots

New Jersey has a history of producing greatness—from Fort Lee, the birthplace of the American motion picture industry, to Cape May, the nation’s first...

This NJ University Ranks Among the World’s Best, Says U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report released its top universities around the world for 2025-2026, and 7 New Jersey higher institutions made the full list,...

Jon Stewart + Stone Temple Pilots Set to Be Part of 2025’s North to Shore Festival

When Prudential North to Shore Festival returns this week, it will be all about Laughs and Jams. This will be the third year that the...

The Best Rooftop Bars in New Jersey

A night out without the kids calls for a pretty cocktail on a rooftop. These rooftop bars are all about views, drinks, next-level dining...

These 13 NJ Museums and Cultural Spots Are the State’s Best Kept Secrets

From sun-kissed beaches and scenic parks to antique-filled villages and prestigious museums, the Garden State’s charms abound. But what you may not know is...

Morris County Entrepreneur Who Created a School for Kids in Nepal Featured in New Documentary

Maggie Doyne spent her childhood in Morris County, but during a gap year in high school decided to travel the world. Volunteering in India with...

Comedian Zarna Garg Is Coming to Montclair and Yes, We’re Freaking Out!

I remember the first time a friend texted me a video of a mom sharing her biggest takeaway for teens heading to college. "You’ll...

Move Over, Popcorn: Montclair Film Launches Its Own Beer

Theater-goers in Montclair can now wash down a handful of hot, buttery popcorn with a specially crafted ice cold beer. Montclair Film is selling Montclair...

Tamsen Fadal Is Changing the Way We Talk About Menopause—And She’s Coming to Montclair

Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal remembers vividly the day she was anchoring the news at PIX11 when she suddenly felt heart palpitations and a...

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  • Hoppers: Sensory-Friendly Film

    the bellevue 260 Bellevue Ave, Montclair, NJ, United States

    Montclair Film Cinemas will host a sensory-friendly screening of select new release films: March 15 will be "Hoppers." Sensory-Friendly Screenings feature: Relaxed, soft lights kept on throughout the film Volume […]

    $11
  • Special Screening: Space Cowboy

    The Clairidge 486 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, United States

    Joe Jennings, an innovator in the world of skydiving, has spent decades capturing breathtaking aerial moments with his camera for extreme sports competitions, Super Bowl commercials, and Hollywood blockbusters. Driven […]

    $11 – $15
  • Guided House Tour: Women of the House

    Montclair History Center 108 Orange Avenue, Montclair, NJ, United States

    The Crane House & Historic YWCA is a window into the history of our nation from its early years as an independent country to a country embroiled in the civil […]

    $12
  • Easter Bouquet Making Workshop

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

    Hop into the spirit of the spring season by crafting an adorable easter bouquet. An instructor will teach you the art of bouquet-making using fresh seasonal flowers and embellishments.

    $50.00
  • The Wiggles: Tree of Wisdom Spectacular Tour

    Wellmont Theater 5 Seymour Street, Montclair, NJ, United States

    The Wiggles have announced their return to the U.S. and Canada in 2026 with a tour based on their new genre-bending family album The Tree of Wisdom. The iconic Australian […]

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