Things to Do in NJ This Weekend

Looking for something fun to do this weekend in New Jersey? New Jersey Monthly has you covered! Below we highlight recommendations for events across the state, from festivals to concerts to family-friendly events and more.

Want to make the most of the holiday season in New Jersey? Check out our guide to holiday light shows and our roundup of holiday markets around the state.

And don’t forget to check out our list of the 52 things you must do in New Jersey all year, no matter the season!

Our picks for November 28-December 1:

Dan & Phil
📅: Tuesday, November 26 (8 pm)
📍: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at Count Basie Center for the Arts • Red Bank
ℹ️: The YouTube duo behind The Amazing Book Is Not on Fire embarks on a no-holds-barred live tour, stopping in New Jersey.
💸: $46.50+

Lindsey Stirling
📅: Tuesday, November 26 (8 pm)
📍: NJPAC • Newark
ℹ️: This power violinist has wowed the nation with her spectacular showmanship.
💸: $49.50+

New Jersey Dessert Festival

📅: Saturday, November 30, 11 am-4 pm
📍: 233 W Market Street, Newark
ℹ️: This sweet festival offers food trucks, music, games and more.
💸: Free admission

Giants of Jazz
📅: Saturday, November 30 (8 pm)
📍: South Orange Performing Arts Center • South Orange
ℹ️: Jazz greats join forces at this 25th annual event, curated by jazz legend John Lee of South Orange.
💸: $55+

Girl in Red

📅: Sunday, December 1 (8 pm)
📍: Wellmont Theater • Montclair
ℹ️: The Swedish alt-pop star opened Taylor Swift’s celebrated Eras tour.
💸: $39.50+

Miracle Pop-Up Bar

📅: Through January 1
📍: Franklin Social in Jersey City, Cowan’s Public in Nutley, The Parkside Social in Verona and Gus’s Last Word in Wood-Ridge
ℹ️: Indulge in holiday cocktails and enjoy festive and nostalgic decor at your favorite bars, transformed with holiday cheer.

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