Morristown NJ Local News, Events, and Alerts
The Aug. 25 program at Frelinghuysen Arboretum focuses on herbs, therapeutic plants and garden-based learning. Monthly herbal meet-up at Frelinghuysen Arboretum with hands-on experience growing and processing therapeutic plants, discussion of herbal philosophy and a tour of the plants. The Herbalist’s Garden is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ... Read more
The Aug. 26 South Orange Downtown Farmers Market features produce, baked goods, specialty foods and prepared meals. Weekly open-air farmers market with fresh produce, baked goods and specialty foods; held rain or shine at the Sloan Street Parking Lot. The South Orange Downtown Farmers Market is scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 1 p.m. ... Read more
Dover’s Largest Carnival in Morris County runs Aug. 26-30 at Crescent Field with rides and food trucks. Dover carnival with kiddie rides, thrill rides, games of chance, food trucks, carnival treats, live DJ and family activities. Listing runs August 26-30. Largest Carnival in Morris County is scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, through Sunday, August 30, ... Read more
Trumpeter, vocalist and songwriter Bria Skonberg performs Aug. 26 as part of Morris Museum’s Back Deck series. Back Deck concert at the Morris Museum featuring trumpeter, vocalist and songwriter Bria Skonberg. Bria Skonberg performs Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Morris Museum’s Back Deck concert series in Morristown. The concert ... Read more
Down to the Quick performs Aug. 29 at Spiotta Park for South Orange Downtown’s summer music series. Free outdoor Downtown After Sundown concert featuring Down to the Quick. Downtown After Sundown: Down to the Quick is scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Spiotta Park in South Orange. The ... Read more
Lynette Sheard and John Lee perform Aug. 29 at Morris Museum’s Back Deck concert series in Morristown. Back Deck concert at the Morris Museum featuring Lynette Sheard with bassist John Lee, celebrating music connected to Charlie Parker and Dinah Washington. Lynette Sheard: Echoes of Bird & Dinah is scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026, at ... Read more
History in Motion Car Show: Benefiting the Morris County Historical Society Join MCHS for their second annual “History in Motion” Car Show. Dozens of classic cars, muscle cars, antique cars, hot rods, and exotic cars, foreign and domestic, will be on display at this fundraiser that celebrates automotive history. Music will be provided by Denville’s ... Read more
Step inside some of Morristown's most extraordinary private homes on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM during Macculloch Hall Historical Museum's Historic District House Tour, a rare opportunity offered only once every two years. This year's self-guided tour features seven beautiful private residences, a featured garden, the historic Kellogg Club, and ... Read more
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.