Your guide to concerts, farmers markets, Revolutionary War events, and early Independence Day celebrations across Morristown and North Jersey.
The next two weeks cover a lot of ground!
From Tuesday, June 23, through Tuesday, July 7, local programming includes Revolutionary War history events at the Ford Mansion and Jockey Hollow, MPAC concerts, outdoor markets in Morristown and South Orange, and an early run of Independence Day celebrations spread across Morris and Bergen counties.
Most events are in Morristown, Morris County, or nearby North Jersey communities. Confirm times, costs, and weather cancellations with organizers before you go, especially for anything outdoors.
Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Tuesday, June 23 | Noon–4 p.m. | Ford Mansion, 30 Washington Place, Morristown | Free | Weather dependent
Morristown National Historical Park runs a Declaration reading at the Ford Mansion on Tuesday afternoon in three parts: a welcome and ranger program from noon to 1 p.m., the reading from 1 to 2 p.m., and a Ford Mansion open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Continental soldiers will offer toasts and musketry. Bring a chair or blanket. Parking is first come, first served.
South Orange Downtown Farmers Market
Wednesdays, June 24 and July 1 | 1–6 p.m. | Sloan Street Parking Lot, 12 Sloan Street, South Orange | Free | Rain or shine
The weekly open-air market in South Orange carries fresh produce, baked goods, cold-pressed juices, cheeses, breads, pickles, specialty foods, and grab-and-go meals. It runs both Wednesday dates in this window.
Montville Township 4th of July Celebration
Wednesday–Friday, June 24–26 | Montville Township High School, 100 Horseneck Road, Montville
Hours are 5 to 11 p.m. on June 24 and 25, and 4:30 to 11 p.m. on June 26. Rides, a car show, food trucks, live music, and fireworks programming run across all three nights. The theme nights go Cruising & Groovin’, Rock Revival, and Ladies of Rock. A drone show is set for about 8:45 p.m. on June 24, part of the township’s 50th anniversary of Fourth of July celebrations.
Friends of Jockey Hollow Present Rick Atkinson
Thursday, June 25 | 7 p.m. | Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown | Free, ticketed
Military historian and author Rick Atkinson presents on the War for America and Morristown’s role from 1777 to 1780, centered on Jockey Hollow and the Ford Mansion.
Straight No Chaser: Beach Bash
Friday, June 26 | 8 p.m. | Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown | $57–$114
The a cappella group’s Beach Bash show pulls from pop, R&B, and stadium arrangements.
Concert in the Park: Fearless Taylor Swift Tribute
Saturday, June 27 | 2–4 p.m. | Veterans Community Park, 100 Calais Road, Randolph | Free | Rain date: Sunday, June 28
Downtown After Sundown: Tycoon Dog
Saturday, June 27 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Spiotta Park, Village Plaza, South Orange | Free
Part of South Orange Downtown’s summer music series. Tycoon Dog is a seven-piece band playing across multiple genres, family-friendly.
Three American Troubadours: Celebrating Taylor, Simon & King
Saturday, June 27 | 8 p.m. | Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown | $35–$67
Songs from the catalogs of James Taylor, Carly Simon, and Carole King.
Morristown Farmers Market
Sundays, June 28 and July 5 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Morristown Parking Authority lot, Spring and Morris streets, Morristown
The market runs June 21 through November 22, with more than 35 vendors carrying fresh fruit, artisan breads, fish, vegan items, soups, pickles, ice pops, kombucha, Jersey tomatoes, bone broths, and other food and specialty products. Live music is part of the market.
Strawberry Moon Hoedown
Monday, June 29 | 7:30–9:30 p.m. | Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 9 Two Bridges Road, Towaco
Organized by Lakeland Squares Dance Club. Open to experienced dancers and first-timers.
We The People
Tuesday, June 30 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Morris County Vocational School, 400 East Main St., Denville
An art exhibit by Morris County Vocational School District students, developed as part of American Revolution 250th anniversary programming. Students explored freedom, disagreement, and civic identity through their work.
Just Jersey Fest: Paramus Fireworks Food Truck Festival
Friday, July 3 | 2–9 p.m. | Paramus (location TBA) | $5 admission; children under 5 free
Food trucks, live music, family activities, and fireworks at dusk. Benefits Paramus Fire. Dogs welcome. Bring blankets or chairs. Nonperishable food donations are welcome.
Downtown After Sundown: Becky Crosby
Saturday, July 4 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Spiotta Park, Village Plaza, South Orange | Free
Part of South Orange Downtown’s summer concert series.
Just Jersey Fest Food Truck & Music Festival: Branchburg
Sunday, July 5 | Noon–9 p.m. | White Oak Park, 235 Baird Road, Branchburg | Free admission
Food trucks, kids activities, drink vendors, live music, and fireworks at dusk. Benefits Branchburg Fire. Dogs welcome. Bring blankets or chairs. Outside food, drinks, and coolers are not permitted.
