Hello February! New Jersey Isn’t Boring’s Guide to New Jersey Events, February 20th – 22nd, 2026, is your go-to source for the best events happening across the Garden State! From cozy winter festivals and food-filled weekends to family-friendly expos, live entertainment, and unique seasonal celebrations, the new year kicks off with plenty to do across the state.
As a reminder, NJIB has no control over the weather or whether (see what I did there) an event is canceled. Please make sure an event is still active before attending.
For more New Jersey events throughout the year, check out our Event Guide.
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New Jersey Events February 20th – 22nd:
The Kiss and Tell Valentine’s Pop-Up Bar
Now – February 22
This Valentine ‘s-themed pop-up cocktail bar is a must-visit — perfect for date night, Galentine’s, or just dinner with the family. The pop-up features a specialty cocktail and mocktail menu, dessert specials, love-inspired décor, and festive events.
The Bistro inside iPlay America, 108 Schanck Road, Freehold, NJ
80s Night Dance Party at Lackawanna Station
February 20, 6 pm – 10 pm
A family-friendly night filled with nostalgia, music, and fun. It’s an 80s Night Dance Party with DJ April spinning vinyl all night long! Plus vendors and more. 80s fashion highly encouraged.
1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, NJ
Cost: $5 entry
. Kids 12 & under free
Montclair Farmers’ Market
February 21, 9 am – 1 pm
Shop fresh! From fruits and veggies to seafood, meats, eggs, bread, pickles, preserves, spices, wines, apple cider, and vibrant cut flowers—there’s something for everyone.
Walnut Street Train Station, 86 Walnut St, Montclair, NJ
Stangl Factory Market
February 21, 9 am – 3 pm
Discover the Stangl Factory Farmers’ Market, open year-round indoors with over 30 artisanal vendors. Shop fresh, locally-sourced produce, meats, breads, cheeses, eggs, prepared foods, desserts, and unique crafts. Experience the best of Hunterdon County all in one place.
Mine Street & Stangl Road, Flemington NJ
Bernardsville Farmers Market
February 21, 10 am – 12 pm
The Bernardsville Winter Farmers’ Market, launched in 2020, runs on Saturdays from 10 AM to 12 PM at the NJ Transit Station parking lot on Route 202 and Claremont Road. It offers fresh, seasonal Jersey produce, baked goods, pasture-raised meats, prepared foods, flowers, and more—keeping the community stocked with local favorites all winter long.
Route 202 and Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ
West Windsor Community Farmer’s Market
February 21, 10 am – 1 pm
Find winter produce, pastured meats and poultry, fresh seafood, mushrooms, artisan cheeses, sauces, jams, chocolates, wine and much more. Plan on a morning filled with good food, live music, and positive vibes.
Princeton Junction Train Station, West Windsor, NJ
Wayne Winter Farmers Market
February 21, 10 am – 12 pm
They are open on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month through April, situated in and around the Wayne YMCA at 1 Pike Drive. The event hosts over 30 local vendors offering a variety of products, including fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, meat, cheese, bread, beer, cookies, hot food, candles, soaps, and more.
Wayne YMCA, 1 Pike Drive, Wayne, NJ
Bent Iron Fire Festival
February 21, 12 pm – 9 pm
Bent Iron Brewing will host it’s first annual Fire Festival on February 21. Expect Craft Beer, Bonfires & Firepits, Chili Cook-Off, S’mores, Food Truck, Live Music and more.
Bent Iron Brewery, Hamilton, NJ
Cost: Free
Cupid’s Undie Run
February 21, 12 pm – 4 pm
Run a ‘Mile(ish)’ in Your Undies, Because Kicking NF’s Butt is Worth the Chilly Cheeks. Every February, thousands of undie runners in cities across the U.S. come together, whether it be in-person or virtually, to support those affected by NF, a group of genetic conditions that cause tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. Cupid’s Undie Run kicks off with drinking and dancing, then jog it out with a mile(ish) run and end it all with an epic dance party.
Beachcomber Bar & Grill 100 Ocean Terrace Seaside Heights, NJ
Cost: $40
Lunar New Year Celebration at MarketFair
February 21, 1 pm – 4 pm
MarketFair will be holding their Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday February 21 from 1:00 p.m to 4:00 pm. This free event will have live music, dance performances, Chinese opera, cultural refreshments and bubble tea, games, crafts and more for everyone to enjoy. This free, family-friendly event invites a community celebration full of color, culture and joy as MarketFair welcomes the year of the horse!
3535 US Highway 1, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
The NJ Big Flea Antiques Event
February 21 (9 am – 6 pm) and February 22 (10 am – 4 pm)
Shop one-of-a-kind finds of jewelry, art, furniture, mid-century modern, sustainable, repurposed, and so much more. All at affordable prices.
97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ
Cost: $15 both days
Maple Sugaring at the Environmental Education Center
February 21 & 22
Visitors will learn how trees are tapped, view sap-collecting methods past and present, and see the boiling process that produces delicious New Jersey maple syrup. This 60-minute, outdoor program is conducted at our Sugar Shack, a ½-mile hike from the EEC. Please arrive at the EEC 30-40 minutes before the program start time to purchase tickets and hike to the Sugar Shack to meet your Naturalist. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Boots are recommended as the trails can be wet, muddy, and/or covered by snow.
190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ
Cost: $6 per student/senior $7 per adult (Walk-in ticket sales only. Tickets for Maple Sugaring will be sold the day of the program inside the EEC building)
Fire Trucks and Fire Pits
February 22, 8 am – 4 pm
Bring your appetite, grab a warm seat by the fire, and enjoy a full day at one of New Jersey’s favorite flea markets! There will be Food Trucks, Cozy Firepits, Shopping, Community and Fun!
New Egypt Flea Market Village, 933 Monmouth Rd, Cream Ridge, NJ
Cost: Free
Ramsey Farmers Market
February 22,, 10 am – 1 pm
The Ramsey Farmers’ Market in New Jersey operates year-round, offering a winter market from December through April. Held outdoors at the Main Street Train Station in Ramsey, the market is open on Sundays from 10 AM to 1 PM. Visitors can enjoy a variety of locally sourced produce, foods, beverages, and flowers, supporting local farmers and artisans even during the colder months.
Main St Train Station, Ramsey, NJ
Morris County Winter Farmers’ Market – Grow It Green
February 22, 9:30 am – 1 pm
Grow It Green Morristown creates sustainable farms and gardens and educates communities on healthy eating and environmental stewardship. They feature more than 20 farmers and local food vendors like freshly grown produce, farm-raised beef, pork and poultry, fresh seafood, baked goods, farm eggs, and so much more.
Convent Train Station, Convent Road, Morris Township, NJ
Winter FRESH
February 22, 10 am – 1 pm
Stay cozy this winter at this indoor food & farm market. Shop for farm-fresh produce, unique handmade goods, and connect with the people who make it all happen.
Jersey Shore Arts Center, 66 South Main St Ocean Grove, NJ
Denville Farmer’s Market
Sundays, 10 am- 1 pm
The Denville Farmers’ Market comes alive every Sunday in the Bloomfield Ave. parking lot, in downtown Denville, NJ. With over 25 vendors, it’s your go-to spot for fresh produce, local farms, and artisan goods.
Downtown Denville, Bloomfield Ave, Denville, NJ
Phillipsburg Farmers Market
Sundays, 10 am – 1 pm
The Phillipsburg Farmers Market in New Jersey offers a Winter Edition from November through April, operating indoors every Sunday from 10 AM to 1 PM at 165 S. Main St. Shoppers can find winter produce, pastured frozen meats, farm-fresh eggs, pickles, herbal teas, baked goods, and more, supporting local farmers and artisans throughout the colder months.
165 Main St, Phillipsburg, NJ
Maple Sugaring in Rancocas Nature Center
February 22, 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Bring the whole family and enjoy a program about maple sugaring, the oldest continuous industry in North America. With their self-guided hike, you’ll follow a map and visit multiple interactive stations along the Rancocas trails. Learn about the Sugar Maple tree and the history of maple sugaring, observe a tapping demonstration, and enjoy a maple syrup tasting. To ward off the chills, we’ll have an old-fashioned campfire burning. Start times are staggered.
Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd., Westampton, NJ
Cost: FRNC members, $9/person, $30/family (limit 5); nonmembers, $11/person, $40/family (limit 5)
Chilly Chili Cook Off
February 22, 3 pm – 7 pm
This annual event brings a burst of warmth and flavor to Highlands, NJ. This spirited winter tradition invites chili lovers, home cooks, and hungry spectators to sample an array of creative, spicy, and downright delicious chili recipes. With the restaurant’s laid back vibe, live music, and a crowd that loves good food and good fun, the event promises a cozy escape from the February chill. Whether you’re competing or just tasting, it’s a perfect way to heat up a winter weekend along the Jersey Shore.
The Chubby Pickle, 23 Bay Ave., Highlands, NJ
Cost: $45
