NJIB’s Guide 20+ New Jersey Events January 24 – 26, 2025
New Jersey Isn’t Boring’s Guide to January 24 – 26 2025 is your ultimate resource for fun and exciting events happening across the Garden State! Whether you’re looking for unique festivals, live performances, family-friendly activities, or winter fun, our guide has something for everyone. Discover all the top things to do in New Jersey this weekend, from local craft fairs and art exhibits to outdoor adventures and seasonal celebrations. Explore new experiences, make lasting memories, and stay connected with the local community with New Jersey Isn’t Boring’s curated selection of events. Don’t miss out on the best of NJ in January!
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Featured Events!
Yacht Rock Weekend at Crystal Springs Resort
January 24 – 26
Escape the winter blues and set sail for the ultimate Yacht Rock Weekend Getaway at the luxurious Grand Cascades Lodge, happening January 24-26, 2025. This exclusive weekend promises a nostalgic journey through the smooth sounds of the 70s and 80s, paired with tropical cocktails, an island-inspired menu, and unforgettable entertainment.
Grand Cascades Lodge, 3 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ
Cost: Tickets here
Dessertopia
January 25, 11 am – 7 pm
Dessert is always a good idea, so prepare for deliciousness, indulgence and fun. Enjoy a selection of the very best desserts in New Jersey. Look forward to a speciality dessert drink and adult beverage bar, retail vendors, a live DJ, and DESSERTS ranging from cupcakes, cookies, ice cream, waffles, cakes, pastries, pies, puddings, chocolate, candies, fruit, custards, tarts, gelatins, gummies, churros, macarons, doughnuts, drinks, and more!
Morristown Armory, 430 Western Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: $5
New Hope & Lambertville Restaurant Week
Now – January 27
From January 13 to 27, 2025, it’s your chance to celebrate local restaurants and discover the amazing flavors this community has to offer. With specially curated prix fixe menus, this event is all about eating local, supporting small businesses, and finding your new favorite spot. Explore the incredible variety of participating restaurants across New Hope, Lambertville, and nearby towns. From cozy cafes to upscale dining, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Lambertville, NJ and New Hope, PA
Cost: Varies per restaurant
Princeton Farmer’s Market
January 23, 11 am – 3 pm
Offering a variety of goods including local, organic fruits and vegetables, free-range beef, poultry, pork, eggs, cheese, pickles, honey, baked goods, linens, nut butters, and more!
Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
The Fly Fishing Show
January 24 – 26
Attendees are invited to join the Fly Fishing Show for an unforgettable experience that promises to captivate them. The event offers an opportunity to explore the latest gear, techniques, and engage with experts in the field. Beyond that, it serves as a unique chance to book a fly fishing trip of a lifetime. wasWhether individuals are seasoned anglers or curious beginners, the show caters to a diverse audience, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy.
The New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ
Cost: $0 – $45
Monster Jam
January 24 – 26
Get ready for an action-packed weekend as Monster Jam roars into the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, from January 24 to 26! Witness the adrenaline-pumping thrills of the world’s most famous monster trucks as they perform jaw-dropping stunts, intense head-to-head racing, and gravity-defying freestyle tricks. Fans of all ages can cheer on legendary trucks like Grave Digger, Max-D, and more as they battle for supremacy in this ultimate motorsports experience
Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJ
Cost: Tickets
Montclair Farmers’ Market
January 25, 9 am – 1 pm
Shop fresh! From fruits and veggies to seafood, meats, eggs, bread, pickles, preserves, spices, wines, apple cider, and vibrant cut flowers—there’s something for everyone.
Walnut Street Train Station, 86 Walnut St, Montclair, NJ
Cost: Free
Stangl Factory Market
January 25, 9 am – 3 pm
Discover the Stangl Factory Farmers’ Market, open year-round indoors with over 30 artisanal vendors. Shop fresh, locally-sourced produce, meats, breads, cheeses, eggs, prepared foods, desserts, and unique crafts. Experience the best of Hunterdon County all in one place.
Mine Street & Stangl Road, Flemington NJ
Cost: Free
Bernardsville Farmers Market
January 25, 10 am – 12 pm
The Bernardsville Winter Farmers’ Market, launched in 2020, runs on Saturdays from 10 AM to 12 PM at the NJ Transit Station parking lot on Route 202 and Claremont Road. It offers fresh, seasonal Jersey produce, baked goods, pasture-raised meats, prepared foods, flowers, and more—keeping the community stocked with local favorites all winter long.
Route 202 and Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ
Cost: Free
Fire and Ice Festival
January 25, 10 am – 4 pm
Downtown Mount Holly’s annual event! The highlight of the event is the participation of over ten skilled Ice Carvers, each sculpting 600 lbs of ice, accompanied by a dozen chili chefs serving the finest in Burlington County. Thousands of spectators, including those from the Tri-State area and beyond, gather to partake in the festivities.
Downtown Mount Holly, NJ
Cost: Free
Rahway Soup Stroll
January 25, 1 pm – 4 pm
Warm up this winter with some delicious soups! On Saturdays in January from 1-4pm, individuals can bundle up and visit participating restaurants for a taste of their featured soups. The experience requires no registration, as it is a free event! To participate, one should visit the chosen restaurant, ask for a Soup Stroll Sample, and receive a free 4oz sample of the featured soup. Participants can then stroll outside to savor their soup, take a Souper Selfie at the establishment for a chance to enter the photo contest, and proceed to the next participating restaurant to repeat the enjoyable experience.
Downtown Rahway, Rahway, NJ
Cost: Free
Marketfair’s Chinese New Year Celebration
January 25, 1 pm – 4 pm
MarketFair, in partnership with WULA Academy and HX Chinese School at Plainsboro, invites everyone to celebrate the Year of the Snake. The event will feature cultural performances, music and dance, games, and arts and crafts, offering a vibrant showcase of traditions. As a special treat, MarketFair will distribute lucky red envelopes containing retailer gift cards to event guests, while supplies last.
Marketfair, 3535 US Highway 1, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Garden State Comic Fest
January 25 & 26
Immerse yourself in the world of comics with talented artists, diverse vendors showcasing comic books, anime, and collectibles, alongside food trucks and cosplayers. Enjoy a weekend of family-friendly fun that promises to be a celebration of Comics.
The Sussex County Fair Grounds 37 Plains Rd. Augusta NJ
Cost: $10, cash only. Kids under 12 are free
The National Franchise Show – NY/NJ
January 25 & 26
Take the first step to your success, find the business that is right for you at the National Franchise Show. A ticket gets you the chance to have face-to-face discussions with the franchisors you’re interested in and access to info-rich seminars.
Meadowlands Expo Center, Secaucus, NJ
Cost: $10
Ramsey Farmers Market
January 26, 10 am – 1 pm
The Ramsey Farmers’ Market in New Jersey operates year-round, offering a winter market from December through April. Held outdoors at the Main Street Train Station in Ramsey, the market is open on Sundays from 10 AM to 1 PM. Visitors can enjoy a variety of locally sourced produce, foods, beverages, and flowers, supporting local farmers and artisans even during the colder months.
Main St Train Station, Ramsey, NJ
Cost: Free
Morris County Winter Farmers’ Market – Grow It Green
January 26, 9:30 am – 1 pm
Grow It Green Morristown creates sustainable farms and gardens and educates communities on healthy eating and environmental stewardship. They feature more than 20 farmers and local food vendors like freshly grown produce, farm-raised beef, pork and poultry, fresh seafood, baked goods, farm eggs, and so much more.
Convent Train Station, Convent Road, Morris Township, NJ
Cost: Free
Winter FRESH
January 26, 10 am – 1 pm
Stay cozy this winter at this indoor food & farm market. Shop for farm-fresh produce, unique handmade goods, and connect with the people who make it all happen.
Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main St Ocean Grove, NJ
Cost: Free
Denville Farmer’s Market
January 26, 10 am- 1 pm
The Denville Farmers’ Market comes alive every Sunday in the Bloomfield Ave. parking lot, in downtown Denville, NJ. With over 25 vendors, it’s your go-to spot for fresh produce, local farms, and artisan goods.
Downtown Denville, Bloomfield Ave, Denville, NJ
Cost: Free
Phillipsburg Farmers Market
January 26, 10 am – 1 pm
The Phillipsburg Farmers Market in New Jersey offers a Winter Edition from November through April, operating indoors every Sunday from 10 AM to 1 PM at 165 S. Main St. Shoppers can find winter produce, pastured frozen meats, farm-fresh eggs, pickles, herbal teas, baked goods, and more, supporting local farmers and artisans throughout the colder months.
165 Main St, Phillipsburg, NJ
Cost: Free
Lunar Fest
January 26, 12 pm – 4 pm
The celebration of the Year of the Snake will feature vibrant performances representing Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Southeast Asian cultures, along with engaging children’s activities and delicious food. Symbolizing elegance, wisdom, and transformation, the snake represents a time for personal growth, introspection, and reevaluating goals, making this event a meaningful and enjoyable experience for all.
The Woodland, 600 Woodland Rd, Maplewood, NJ
Cost: Free
Wassailing the Apple Trees
January 26, 1 pm – 4 pm
Celebrate this ancient British tradition at Terhune Orchards this winter. Enjoy dancing and singing by the Molly Dancers and re-enactments of old English traditional rituals, as well as chanting and music making, toasts of hot cider and placing gifts of cider-soaked bread in the tree branches while chanting the lively words of praise for the New Year.
Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
Hudson Restaurant Week
January 27 – February 7
Hudson Restaurant Week is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary from January 27 to February 7, 2025, offering diners in Hudson County, New Jersey, the opportunity to enjoy discounted prix-fixe menus at a variety of participating restaurants. This annual event features a diverse selection of eateries across cities such as Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, and Weehawken, with options ranging from skyline view dining to vegetarian and gluten-free offerings. Diners are encouraged to make reservations in advance to secure their spots at these popular venues. Additionally, patrons can participate in social media contests by tagging their dining photos with #HudsonRW for a chance to have their meals paid for by the organizers.
Hudson County, NJ
Cost: Varies Per Restaurant
