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Essex CountyNJ Events Calendar

May 9

Rutgers IJS Presents AAPI Jazz Collective

Community

Enjoy two powerful jazz sets featuring reimagined Asian classics and originals performed by a dynamic ensemble of rising AAPI musicians.
May 16

Bloomfield Food Truck
& Music Festival

Community

Dive into a day of tasty cultural culinary delights, live bands, and family-friendly activities.
May 17

Celebrate AAPI Heritage with Holi: The Festival of Colors

Community

Dance, laugh, and throw color as you celebrate love, spring, and unity at this joyful outdoor event filled with powder play, music, and cultural connection.
May 18

Annual Walking With a Purpose: Newark Lupus Awareness Day

Community

Show your support for Lupus warriors and their families by taking part in a community walk and engaging activities that raise awareness for this important cause.
May 18

KIR Society Brunch

Community

Connect with like-minded business professionals while enjoying a catered brunch and bottomless mimosas.
May 18

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Picnic

Community

Celebrate culture through live performances, food, games, vendor tables, community networking, and a family-friendly evening of music, activities, and connection.
May 30

H.O.M.E. Tour: Short Hills

Community

Discover five extraordinary Short Hills homes, each with a unique story, showcasing diverse architecture, stunning interiors.
May 31

South Orange Downtown
Under Cover Music Fest

Entertainment

Enjoy the sounds of nine cover bands along with food from local eateries and a ticketed beer garden.