Take a look at everything happening around town this week!
CHECK OUT OUR NEW SECTION HIGHLIGHTING OUR FAVORITE SPOTS AROUND TOWN
Take a deep breath—you’re in the right place.
Come as you are, move at your own pace, and let your body and mind settle.
Whether it’s your first class or one of many, there’s space here to breathe, explore, and just be.
From yoga to other mindful movement, our classes are designed to calm your mind, nourish your body, and spark little moments of joy.
Here in Upper Montclair, NJ, we’ve created a welcoming space where you can come as you are, breathe a little deeper, and discover what feels right for you.
Head to the 10th annual Montclair Literary Festival – a vibrant celebration of books, ideas, and community running from Saturday, May 2 through Monday, May 11, 2026!
Come and enjoy a free spring concert performed by the talented members of the Montclair Community Band. Listen to works by Alfred Reed, Maurice Ravel, Claude Debussy, Philip Sparke, Paul Fauchet and more. A patriotic finale by John Philip Sousa.
Feel the joy and elation of African American culture with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Forged during a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement, this modern dance company continues to dazzle the world. We look forward to their performances on Mother’s Day Weekend as an annual NJPAC highlight!
Mark your calendar for a day filled with fun activities, party favors, and classic family films. Celebrate the rich, musical history of The Bellevue with one of these favorites and be a part of the festivities.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC (1965) – 10:00am
SING (2016) – 10:30am
GREASE (1978) – 11:00am
Activities include:
Face painting
Photo booth
Kids Art
Nishuane’s famed outdoor family festival is back and better than ever! Spreading across the playing field, playground, and parking lot, MayFair offers a day of non-stop fun for kids ages 2 and up.A Montclair favorite for over 30 years, this carnival is open to the entire community—so invite your friends, neighbors, and extended family!
In honor of Mother’s Day and Mental Health Awareness Month, join us for a deeply nourishing alignment-based Hatha Vinyasa Yoga class designed as a shared experience of grounding, restoration, and connection.
This class is created for women 30+—whether you are new to yoga or already have an established practice—and is especially meaningful when shared with the women who shape your life: mothers, daughters, sisters, mother figures, mothers-in-law, aunts, daughters-in-law, and pet moms alike.
Spend your Sundays surrounded by color, music, and blooming beauty
Sundays in May | 
1–3 PM
Mother’s Day kickoff on May 10th!
Join us on May 16th, 2026 to celebrate arts and the environment at the biggest festival of the year in Glen Ridge!
The day showcases the artistry of students and crafters, local businesses, live performances, native plant sales, an EV car show, a clothing swap, food and so much more!
The Arts & Eco Fair runs along Ridgewood Avenue in the heart of historic Glen Ridge, NJ from 10 am – 4 pm.
Music will fill the streets of Montclair again for Porchfest on May 16th, 2026. Hundreds of bands will be taking over porches and front lawns across town during this free music festival. This year, there’s a special finale at Lackawanna Station. Members of the New York and Philadelphia Chapters of the Recording Academy will perform, bringing their Grammy®-winning talents to Montclair.
Ilana Glazer is a comedian, actor, advocate, and creator best known for co-creating and co-starring in the acclaimed series BROAD CITY. The internationally touring standup comedian debuted her second special, HUMAN MAGIC, on Hulu. You can find her comedy & socio-political video-podcast “IT’S OPEN with Ilana Glazer” every Thursday on YouTube, audio-only available everywhere you podcast. Additionally, Glazer co-wrote and starred in BABES, which premiered at SXSW 2024 to rave reviews before its release with Neon. And in 2025, she made her Broadway debut in the stage adaptation of GOOD NIGHT, & GOOD LUCK alongside George Clooney for a special limited run.
