10+ New Jersey Events April 5th – 7th, 2024

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New Jersey Events April 5th – 7th, 2024:

Rahway Taste of Spring
April 5, 5:30 pm – 9 pm
Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe, the Rahway City Council, and the City of Rahway’s Special Improvement District invite you to get your taste buds ready for their premier Restaurant Tasting Event, happening in Downtown Rahway—the Rahway Taste of Spring! Now in its 21st year, this event has been widely recognized as the largest tasting event of its kind in the NJ/NY Metro Area, typically with upwards of 40 eateries and bakeries, plus an additional 40 stations of national distributors of fine wine, boutique beers and aperitifs. With live music, good food, wines and beers from all over the world, Rahway’s Taste of Spring is the place to be this April. Tickets for the Friday, April 5th event are $40 per person and will sell out fast! Tickets can be purchased online through Eventbrite or through the Eventbrite QR code at Witty’s only!
Rahway Recreation Center, 275 East Milton Avenue Rahway, NJ
Cost: $40

Boonton’s First Friday: Earth Day/Town Clean Up
April 5, 5 pm – 9 pm
Boonton’s First Friday Earth Day event promises an evening of eco-friendly fun and education for all ages. Taking place on April 5th from 5-9pm, this event celebrates sustainability and environmental awareness. Visitors can enjoy live music, local art, and delicious food from sustainable vendors. There will be interactive activities and workshops focused on recycling, upcycling, and reducing waste. Join the Boonton community in honoring Earth Day and learn how to make a positive impact on the planet.
Downtown Boonton, NJ
Cost: Free

Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo
Friday April 5, 5 pm – 9 pm; Saturday April 6, 10 am – 7 pm; Sunday April 7, 10 am – 5 pm
The Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo unfolds as a 2.5-day wellness community event, fostering connections with premier Holistic Experts, Practitioners, and Businesses across the Northeast. Featuring over 200 unique metaphysical practitioners, empowering thought leaders, and organizations dedicated to wellness, the event promises a weekend of Healing, Upliftment, and Transformation. Attendees can immerse themselves in a diverse range of experiences, including Crystals, Reiki, Aura Photography, Meditation, Organic Skin Care, and much more. With offerings such as Psychic Readings, Sound Healing, and Visionary Artwork, there’s something enlightening for everyone. Building upon the success of previous events, organizers encourage guests to save the date for April 5-7, 2024, at the NJ Convention & Exposition Center in Edison, NJ. The event boasts free totes for the first 200 attendees on Saturday and Sunday, alongside free workshops, special giveaways, and kid-friendly activities. Tickets are available at the door, with various admission options to accommodate diverse preferences. As participants from across the USA converge to share their unique gifts and techniques, the expo anticipates a weekend of inclusiveness, unity, and spiritual growth.
New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison NJ 08837
Cost: Friday- Free, Saturday and Sunday $10. Weekend Pass- $15. Weekend Pass w/ Canvas Tote & Surprise Items- $30.00

Hoboken Literary Weekend
April 5 – 7
Little City Books is hosting its annual Hoboken Literary Weekend from April 5 -7. Best-selling authors from sci-fi, memoir, fiction, history, YA, science, and poetry will be in the bookstore with readings, Q&As, interviews, and book signings. Featured authors include Joyce Carol Oates, Tia Williams and Kim Coleman Foote.
Hoboken, NJ
Cost: Varies per event

Wheaton Springs
April 6, 10 am – 4 pm
Celebrate the start of WheatonArts’ 2024 creative season with this free kick-off event highlighting our many daily offerings and hands-on programming! Explore thought-provoking exhibits in the Museum of American Glass and Down Jersey Folklife Center, showcasing glass collections and the complexities and values of traditional arts through modern-day times. Experience various artist demonstrations throughout the campus, including glassmaking, pottery, large-scale murals, 3D printing, and more. Discover a series of hands-on projects to create across campus including a Community Wings collaborative art project and discounted glass-fused magnets in the Education Studio. Enjoy a bite to eat from food vendors and listen to live music.Wheaton Springs offers every visitor the chance to explore, experience, and create across a campus that inspires and heals the senses. Admission to all WheatonArts exhibits and artist studio demonstrations are FREE and open to the public, part of “Family Days! Presented by PNC Arts Alive!” Learn more at wheatonarts.org.
1000 Village Drive, Millville, NJ
Cost: Free

Elevated Food & Wine Experience
April 6, 11 am – 5 pm
The Elevated Food & Wine Experience promises a unique twist on traditional food and wine festivals, featuring top chefs, vendors, industry leaders, and professionals in this Four Twenty-based tasting event. The experience includes a showcase of the industry’s best food, wine, and spirits, with opportunities to sample offerings from participating vendors, attend live cooking demos, engage in Cannatalk panels with top minds in the industry, and enjoy mini “Puff n’ Paint” sessions. Live music, networking opportunities, and more add to the event’s appeal, bringing together businesses, professionals, and buyers for an enlightening and enjoyable experience.
UFWC LOCAL 360, 400 Commerce Ln, West Berlin, NJ
Cost: $24.99+

Hoboken Mac & Cheese Festival
April 6, 1 pm – 5 pm
Join the Party With Purpose for a Mac & Cheese crawl you don’t want to miss! Round up your crew, bring your family, and get ready to sample all kinds of Mac & Cheese creations (more on that below) from some of the best spots in Hoboken. Your ticket includes a sample of Mac & Cheese from every participating location. A portion of each ticket will benefit Party With Purpose*, a Hoboken non-profit supporting children’s initiatives
Downtown Hoboken, NJ
Cost: $12 – $35

Jersey City Night Market
April 6, 3 pm – 9 pm
Celebrate small business and everything chill about Chilltown. Eat delicious and international bites, shop from our artists & artisans, dance as the DJs bring the energy.
179 Montgomery St 179 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend

Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market: Spring Fling
April 6 & 7
The TPRFM returns for its annual SPRING FLING Market back at their Trenton home at the Cure Insurance Arena on South Broad Street. Featuring more than 450+ different small businesses, artists & makers each day with indoor vendors, live music, food trucks, celebrity guests, live tattooing and more.
Cure Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ
Cost: $15 – $60

Heaven Hill EGGstravaganza
April 6 & 7, 10 am – 5 pm
Visit with Hopper the Bunny, search for Easter Eggs in an exciting Easter Egg Scavenger hunt, enjoy a hayride, visit Hippity Hop Village, see farm animals, enjoy pedal cars, touring cars, giant sling shot, giant straw pyramid, baseball speed throw, and so much more! For an additional fee: paint ball range, carnival rides, food concessions, kettle corn, homemade apple cider donuts, ice cream, bakery, and beautiful Easter flowers will all be available.
Heaven Hill Farm, 451 State Route 94, Vernon, NJ

Annual Spring Model Train Show
April 6 & 7, 12 pm – 5 pm
The Garden State Model Railway Club will open its doors once again for our Annual Spring Model Train Show! We will be running steam and diesel trains of all kinds on our 1200 square foot HO scale layout, including Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends. We will also have our second railroad room open which features our new railroad currently under construction, a children’s railroad where kids can try their hand at running trains, and for sale items to complete your collection at home.
Garden State Model Railway Club, 575 High Mountain Road, North Haledon, NJ
Cost: $10 Children under 11 are free!

OC Con
April 6 & 7
Join Comic Book and Memorabilia enthusiasts in Ocean City, New Jersey at the OC Con on April 6th-7th, 2024 at the Ocean City Music Pier.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ
Cost: Free

Downtown Metuchen Restaurant Week
April 6 – 12
Metuchen Restaurant Week is a culinary celebration that offers locals and visitors alike the opportunity to explore the diverse flavors of this vibrant New Jersey town. During this week-long event, participating restaurants showcase their creativity and skill with specially curated menus and prix-fixe options, highlighting the best of Metuchen’s dining scene. From cozy cafes to upscale eateries, Metuchen Restaurant Week invites diners to indulge in an array of delicious dishes, all while experiencing the warm hospitality and unique charm of this historic community.
Downtown Metuchen, NJ
Cost: Varies Per Restaurant