This weekend events guide column is sponsored by Kate McDonough and Paul Gold.
So many great local events to enjoy this weekend! From live music and concerts to comedy and theater, to films and social events, this is your guide to what’s happening. NB: Check with the venue before attending in case of changes!
Live Music
- Tierney’s Tavern hosts The Jim Cowan Band tonight and Dark Side of the Rainbow on Friday.
- Catch the Doug Hall Trio at The MC Hotel’s Allegory Restaurant on Friday from 7-10 PM.
- See this weekend’s live music at Just Jake’s with the Unity Tour MTC PBA from 4-8 on Friday, Nine Deez Night later on Friday, and Alternate Groove and Who Brought the Dog with Kiley on Saturday.
- Outpost in the Burbs presents the Richard Lloyd Group on Saturday.
- The Montclair Brewery features The Mighty Burners on Friday and Howlin’ Poets on Saturday.
- NJPAC features The Philadelphia Orchestra on Friday and The New Jersey Symphony on Saturday.
- MAYOPac hosts a full weekend with RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles on Thursday, Piano Battle with Andreas Kern and Paul Cibis on Saturday, and Jim Curry playing The Music of John Denver on Sunday.
Film
- Go see a film this weekend at The Clairidge!
- Montclair Film presents Judy Blume Forever on Friday, April 21st only!
Arts & Literature
- Watchung Booksellers hosts author Rachel Abrams, author of Unscripted: The Epic Battle for a Media Empire and the Redstone Family Legacy for a discussion with Felix Gillette.
- NJPAC presents Sasha Velour, The Big Reveal, tonight!
- SOPAC hosts photographer Stuart Tyson’s PAPAVER (poppy) through May 7, 2023.
- See Vanessa German’s new exhibit at the Montclair Art Museum through June 25, 2023.
- Montclair State Universities Galleries host Caroline Garcia’s Dancing on Axes and Spears through April 21, 2023 and Case Studies 2: Justin Cloud – The Garden through July 31, 2023.
Comedy
- NJPAC features Chris Tucker tonight!
- MayoPac brings Terry Fator and his impersonations to NJ on Friday.
Social Events
- Montclair Brewery presents Sip & Sing Karaoke tonight!
- Join Porta Montclair for Sunday SLAYday on Sunday!