Events in Parsippany today

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.

Get ready for a high-energy, 5-day music camp focused on Green Day. Campers ages 10 to 17 will learn and perform Green Day songs, exploring tracks from classic albums like Dookie, Warning, Insomniac, and American Idiot, with instruction across instruments including bass, drums, guitar, keys, and vocals. At the end of the week, students will showcase what they learned in a live performance. The camp runs daily from late morning to mid-afternoon.

Highlander Games hosts a weekly Nexus Night for the Riftbound trading card game, featuring 1v1 matchups played across three Swiss rounds. Players earn a pack for each win, and Nexus promo packs may be available depending on supply. Entry is $10.

A weekly Flesh and Blood Armory event takes place at Highlander Games with rotating formats that switch between Classic Constructed and Booster Draft. The store often focuses on drafting a new set for a while before returning to Classic Constructed. Prizes include a booster pack for each win along with Armory promos from GEM packs. The entry fee is $10, and the format for each week is confirmed through GEM or by the store.

ABC New Jersey presents a hands-on construction camp for middle school students in Northern NJ. Participants explore core trades such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, learn about career paths across the construction industry, and build a strong foundation in workplace safety. The featured project has students create a build called Lampman. Instruction is age appropriate and led by instructors with OSHA certification and master craftsmen. The fee is $200 and includes food, drinks, and all activities and projects. Capacity is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Coaching with Loreta Kriksciukaityte at Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Morristown offers focused guidance to help you elevate your dance skills with instruction from a master-level dancer. Details and registration are available at the studio desk.

Tuesday Book Club is an adult discussion group focused on books. All adults are welcome and no registration is required.

Experience Denville's Summer Music in The Park Series with The Exits, delivering a set that gets the crowd moving and joining in on the vocals. Expect a classic summer night from start to finish.

Highlander Games hosts a Battletech miniatures meet-up with a format that changes from week to week. Sessions include mission-focused games and relaxed casual play, and the store shares weekly specifics on its Discord or directly. Newcomers are welcome to learn and play alongside other Battletech fans.

Highlander Games presents a weekly Commander Magic meet-up open to all power levels. Entry is $10, with a booster for every participant and two extra packs for the winner of each pod. Seating is organized by bracket so decks can face comparable opposition. Bracket 2 is aimed at slightly upgraded precons and casual homebrews that use few tutors, lean away from heavy combos, and take a slower path to victory. Bracket 3 suits focused, synergy-oriented lists that include some tutors and interaction and may combo occasionally without being fully optimized or ultra fast. Bracket 4 is for highly tuned builds that rely on efficient tutors, fast mana, strong interaction, and consistent win conditions, often capable of quick finishes with the right draw. Bracket 5 is cEDH for fully optimized competitive decks built for maximum efficiency, heavy interaction, and fast combo wins.

EagleMania brings the classic sound of the Eagles to life at Mayo Performing Arts Center. The performance features beloved songs from the band’s catalog along with selections from the solo careers of its members, delivered with a sound that closely matches the originals.

The Dominican Republic community comes together for the annual Dominican flag raising.

Relive the sounds of the 1970s at Veterans Memorial Park as the Super 70's Rock Show brings Super Trans Am to the stage. Expect classic rock from the era, arena-sized anthems, and hit songs that shaped a generation. Food trucks, games, and free amusements create a family-friendly atmosphere. Pets are not permitted. If weather affects the event, a new date will be announced. Presented with support from Provident Bank, sponsor of the Parsippany Summer Concert Series.

At Lodi's Best Fitness and Kickboxing Center, a complimentary 14 day trial gives children ages 4 and up access to several martial arts classes each week. Instruction highlights discipline, self defense, and strong technique in a warm, supportive setting. The experience offers a structured and enjoyable path to greater confidence, focus, and fitness, and it welcomes both newcomers and seasoned students. All essentials for the trial are provided. Participation is limited to 12 children, and siblings are encouraged.

Enjoy a quiet, intimate summer evening focused on good conversation and professional connection. An experienced FWA host will guide the discussion and create opportunities to network with other colleagues, along with an overview of FWA and its programs. Your registration fee reserves your spot, and dinner is on you. The selected restaurant(s) are BYOB.

Catch a live rock show featuring Albert Bouchard Band, along with Keith Roth and Full Steen Ahead. The event runs in the evening at Dingbatz, and it’s open to all ages.