This weekend in Parsippany, NJ

Take a break from technology with a baby goat cuddle session in North Jersey. Guests ages 5 and up can spend time with goats in their natural environment during a 30 minute experience held in an outdoor grass field with a view. Registration is required online and spots are limited. Dress appropriately for the weather.

The 8th Annual Carwash Fundraiser from Team Interrupters Inc. offers a straightforward way to support youth mentoring and community programs with a $20 donation per vehicle. Each wash includes an exterior clean, vacuum, a TII air freshener, and a choice of a hot or cold beverage with a light snack provided while you wait. Contributions help fund educational workshops, leadership development, field trips, and other positive opportunities for the youth served by the organization. Support is also welcome through Cash App at $teaminterruptersinc, Zelle at 908-603-9458, PayPal under Team Interrupters Inc., or Venmo under Team Interrupters Inc. Every gift, in any amount, helps strengthen this work in the community.

St. John’s hosts a weekly Luncheon Social in the Parish Hall, offering a complimentary, hearty meal alongside friendly conversation and community connection. Meals are prepared and served by local community and faith groups as a love-filled offering. The gathering welcomes anyone looking to meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, or simply enjoy a warm lunch. Local groups and organizations are also welcome to volunteer as hosts for an upcoming meal.

A parade celebrating Children’s Day will be held in Mt. Tabor, NJ.

A University of Minnesota golf outing brings alumni and friends together at Weequahic Golf Course in Newark, New Jersey. Hosted by the NY, NJ and CT Alumni Network, the event features an 18-hole round with carts and opportunities to connect with others in a relaxed summer setting. Exact tee details will be confirmed closer to the outing.

Bastid’s BBQ is back in New York on August 8, 2026 for a full day of good music, good food, and great people. This is an 18+ event, with doors opening at 3:00 PM at The Seaport.

Get ready for a big R&B stadium night with Usher and Chris Brown headlining together as they tour the summer. The show takes place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.

Get ready for a stand-up comedy show at Prudential Center in Newark. The performance is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM, with tickets available through Bandsintown.

Catch The Bunny The Bear live at Dingbatz in Clifton. This is an evening show starting at 7:00 PM.

Get ready for a big night of R&B and pop when Usher and Chris Brown take the stage at MetLife Stadium. The show starts at 7:00 PM, and Spotify notes that all event times are local to the venue’s timezone.

Get ready for an emo and pop punk night as The Black Parade takes over the main room of QXT's in Newark. Expect DJs Jet, Swabby, and Katastrophiee spinning favorites from bands like Fall Out Boy, Yellowcard, My Chemical Romance, All Time Low, Blink-182, AFI, Panic! At the Disco, and more. Requests are welcome. There’s also additional DJ programming downstairs across The Crypt and Area 51. Doors are open for the night, and the event is for ages 21+.

Land Rover Parsippany is hosting a pet adoption and family-friendly event benefiting Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, with support from Scenthound Denville and Morristown. The day centers on connecting adoptable pets with new families and features family-friendly activities in support of the shelter’s mission.

Experience a lively open-air market that celebrates local creativity, small businesses, and community spirit. This weekly gathering brings together artisans with handmade goods, fresh produce, and food vendors in a welcoming courtyard setting, complete with music and an easygoing atmosphere. It is a relaxed way to connect with Newark’s creative community while you browse, shop, or simply take in the scene. Admission is free, the event is family friendly, and activities take place outdoors when weather allows. Makerhoods is a live and work community that supports entrepreneurs and creatives, and this market reflects that mission with a curated mix of makers and seasonal offerings.

Bring your talent for a fun summer open mic at Rita's Ice in Woodbridge. Poets, singers, musicians, rappers, and performers are all invited to take the mic and share their work. Text 908-386-1339 to get your spot behind the microphone, and enjoy the sweet atmosphere while you watch local art. (Future dates include 9/13, 1-5 PM.)

Kitchen 787 is bringing craft drinks and Puerto Rican street food to the Beer Garden at Montclair Brewery. You can look forward to a tasty lineup that includes empanadas, pernil, chicharrón, pollo guisado, and more while enjoying the evening’s flavors in the outdoor space.

Autumn Lies Buried is performing a hardcore and deathcore show at Dingbatz in Clifton. The lineup is posted on the event page, with the show starting in the late afternoon.

EUROGALLERY is an all green and black formal affair featuring artwork from featured artist EUROARTVISION, along with live music, food, and drinks. Doors open at 5 PM, and the event runs for three hours, giving you time to mingle and enjoy the creative atmosphere.

D.L. Hughley is coming to City Winery New York City for an evening of comedy. Show time is 6:00 PM at the venue.