Top 10 New Jersey Events for March 31 – April 2
As the winter season comes to a close, New Jersey gears up for a variety of exciting events to welcome the arrival of spring. From cultural festivals to foodie events, here are the top 10 events happening in New Jersey from March 31 to April 2, 2023.
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Top 10 New Jersey Events for March 31 – April 2, 2023:
Hoboken Literary Weekend
March 31 – April 2
Little City Books is hosting its second Hoboken Literary Weekend from March 31 – April 2. 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.
Hoboken, NJ
Cost: Varies per event
Spring CraftMorristown
March 31 – April 2 Friday 4-8 pm, Saturday 10 am -6 pm, Sunday 10 am – 5 pm
Spend the day shopping for uncommon and one-of-a-kind gifts for every age, taste, and budget from 175 of America’s finest craft artists. Find original fashions, accessories, and jewelry; functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal, fiber, wood, and mixed media; fine art painting, printmaking, drawing and photography, and more! Plus handcrafted gourmet specialties, foods, and beverages.
Morristown Armory, 430 Western Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: General $11, Seniors (62 and up) $9, Under 16 FREE. Cash only
Beach Sweeps
April 1, 9 am – 12:30 pm
The Beach Sweeps are held at over 60 locations throughout New Jersey on Saturday, April 1st, 2023. View the list of sites for the 2023 Spring Beach Sweeps. For more information, visit the Beach Sweeps FAQ page. Must register in advance.
Various Locations in NJ
Easter EGGStravaganZOO
April 1, 10 am – 2 pm
Easter Egg Hunt and all day festivities at your favorite Zoo! Visitors will have an opportunity to have their picture taken with the popular rabbit – so bring your camera. The annual event sponsored by the Cape May County Board of Commissioners includes educational displays, live entertainment, scavenger hunt, crafts and, most importantly, animals
Cape May County Park & Zoo 707 U.S. 9 Middle Township, NJ
Cost: Free
Wheaton Springs
April 1, 11 am – 4pm
Celebrate the start of WheatonArts’ 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, paper art, broom-making, large-scale murals, and more. Discover a series of hands-on projects to create, including pine-needle basket making, coffee filter butterflies, and glass-fused magnets in the Education Studio. Enjoy a bite to eat from food vendors and listen to live music by the Ceremonial Brass Band and soft jazz with Gil Thompson & Chris Angelino.
1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ
Cost: Free
Tenafly Street Fair & Craft Show
April 1, 11 am – 5 pm
Come on down for a day of family fun with original and interesting arts & crafts, artists, live music, DJ, dancing, performances, vendors, shopping, kid’s rides & games, and great food!
Downtown Tenafly, NJ
Cost: Free
Jersey City Night Market
April 1, 3 pm – 9pm
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 1 & 2
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
Allentown Daffodil Festival
April 1 & 2
Kickoff the second weekend of the Daffodil Festival with free events like jazz concerts, a meet and greet with the Easter bunny, live music, an dmuch more.
Allentown, NJ
Cost: Select Events are Free
Unionville Vineyards Grilled Cheese Weekend
April 1 & 2, 12 pm – 5 pm
Say cheese… again! Grilled Cheese Weekend is back by popular demand. On April 1 and 2, chefs from the Blawenburg Bistro will be in the Tasting Room serving gourmet grilled cheese a la carte. Guests can also enjoy live music from 1- 4 pm both days.
Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
