Events

MORRISTOWN FESTIVAL ON THE GREEN 2026 - Oct 4, Noon to 5pm Join us on October 4th for the return of the premier fall festival in Northern New Jersey – right here in Morristown. Each fall, Morristown hosts tens of thousands of attendees in its historic downtown on a Sunday afternoon from Noon to 5 ... Read more

The Morristown Festival of books is where readers and authors meet. Created by and for people who love books, MFOB has become a destination event for authors and readers. Since its inception, the fest has established itself among the top book festivals nationwide, drawing thousands of annual attendees to enjoy: In-person talks by world-class authors ... Read more

Historic Speedwell hosts a haunted-history tour and spirit circle Oct. 16, 7–9 p.m. Tickets are $35; ages 13 and older.

Joe Macasek explores the region's iron industry Oct. 21, 6–7 p.m., at Morris County Library. Free; advance registration required.

Children can trick-or-treat at participating downtown Morristown businesses Friday, Oct. 30, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Join us for the 4th annual Morris Plains Pumpkin Illumination 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, October 30, 2026 Morris Plains Merchant Block (771 Speedwell Avenue) Bring your carved pumpkins to add to the grand glowing display at the 4th annual Morris Plains Pumpkin Illumination from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, October 30th. In celebration ... Read more

Shop work by more than 25 artisans at Mount Tabor's free craft market Nov. 7, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., at the Tabernacle and Bethel.

Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey A musical journey of Rick Steves' travels through Europe and its history. Rick Steves hosts live and in person! New Jersey Symphony Saturday, Nov 7 at 2 pm & 7:30 pm at Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ Sunday, Nov 8 at 2pm at State Theatre ... Read more

Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey A musical journey of Rick Steves' travels through Europe and its history. Rick Steves hosts live and in person! New Jersey Symphony Saturday, Nov 7 at 2 pm & 7:30 pm at Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ Sunday, Nov 8 at 2pm at State Theatre ... Read more

Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey A musical journey of Rick Steves' travels through Europe and its history. Rick Steves hosts live and in person! New Jersey Symphony Saturday, Nov 7 at 2 pm & 7:30 pm at Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ Sunday, Nov 8 at 2pm at State Theatre ... Read more

Take a free guided family walk at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center Nov. 15, 10–11 a.m. All ages are welcome.

Explore Thomas Nast's cartoons with curator Ryan Hyman Nov. 18, 6–7 p.m., at Morris County Library. Free; registration required.

Visit the Christmas Festival on the Morristown Green Nov. 29, 5–8 p.m. Activities are free; optional Santa photos cost $15.

Morristown's Christmas Festival runs Dec. 4, 3–8 p.m., on the Green. Family activities are free; Santa photos are $15.

Enjoy Morristown's Christmas Festival Dec. 12, noon–7 p.m., on the Green. Activities are free; optional Santa photos cost $15.