South Orange Downtown

South Orange Downtown South Orange is a vibrant downtown nestled in the foothills of the Watchung Mountains just 18 miles from Manhattan.

We're known for our plentiful arts, unique homegrown shops and a wide diversity of quality restaurants and bars.

Come celebrate the last day of school and start your summer at the End of School Party TODAY, Thursday, June 18 from 5PM...
06/18/2026

Come celebrate the last day of school and start your summer at the End of School Party TODAY, Thursday, June 18 from 5PM - 8PM at the 58 Vose Ave backyard in South Orange Downtown 🎉⁠
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Enjoy free live music from Sasso, Pinky, and The Brand New Steadys while you hang out, dance, and kick off summer with friends⁠
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Grab dinner and treats from SOMA Sweets and Giorgios, available for purchase, and explore shopping and activities from The Botanica Boutique, The Charmery, and Keepsake Studios 🤩 Plus, don't miss fairy hair and unicorn braiding from Enchantresses ✨

🎶 Get ready for a night of big sounds and summer fun! 🎶 Downtown After Sundown continues on Saturday, June 20 from 6:30 ...
06/18/2026

🎶 Get ready for a night of big sounds and summer fun! 🎶 Downtown After Sundown continues on Saturday, June 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM in Spiotta Park with Forget The Whale!

This NJ-based, female-fronted septet brings an energetic blend of pop and rock with catchy, sing-along tunes and a brassy horn section that will have you dancing along all night.

Bring a chair, grab takeout or treats from your favorite downtown spot and enjoy FREE live music under the summer sky 😎

A special thank you to NJ American Water, presenting sponsor of Downtown After Sundown and supporter of free summer concerts in downtown South Orange.

06/18/2026

Storefront Showdown is ON 🏆

Downtown businesses are bringing World Cup spirit to life with themed windows, bold displays, and team pride!

Vote for your favorite display on our stories or our website ⚽✨

The winning business will get a special social media feature and bragging rights. Let the games begin 🥅

Visit https://www.opinionstage.com/page/814d60d8-dccb-4e20-9739-5d2cac0ce6d9 to cast your vote!

This Wednesday, June 17, visit the South Orange Farmers Market from 1PM to 6PM in the Sloan Street Parking Lot (12 Sloan...
06/17/2026

This Wednesday, June 17, visit the South Orange Farmers Market from 1PM to 6PM in the Sloan Street Parking Lot (12 Sloan Street) for fresh produce, baked goods, breads, pickles, cold pressed juices, grab and go meals, and more 🌽🥖🧀🥒🧃⁠
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🌈 SPECIAL EVENT: From 4PM to 4:30PM celebrate Pride with a free story time and art station brought to you by the South Orange Public Library. All ages are welcome 📚

06/17/2026

Come celebrate the last day of school and start your summer at the End of School Party this Thursday, June 18 from 5PM - 8PM at the 58 Vose Ave backyard in South Orange Downtown 🎉

Enjoy free live music from Sasso, Pinky, and The Brand New Steadys while you hang out, dance, and kick off summer with friends

Grab dinner and treats from SOMA Sweets and Giorgios, available for purchase, and explore shopping and activities from The Botanica Boutique, The Charmery, and Keepsake Studios 🤩 Plus, don't miss fairy hair and unicorn braiding from Enchantresses ✨

06/17/2026

⚽ The World Cup Ball has made its way to Bakes by Izzy at 108 W South Orange Ave!

Stop by for a photo with the giant soccer ball anytime this week during their business hours and celebrate the World Cup with a sweet special this Friday June 19th:
🍪 Buy 5 cookies, get 1 free

Whether you’re grabbing treats for the South Orange Village Watch Party, hosting friends at home, or just looking for a game day snack, Bakes by Izzy has you covered. Stop by, snap a photo with the ball, and sweeten your World Cup celebrations while supporting local 🌎⚽🍪

06/16/2026

✨ Celebrating the next generation of entrepreneurs 💼🌟

The Weekday School Marketplace ribbon cutting showcased students transforming their ideas into real businesses 🛍️

From creating business plans and making receipts to learning how to give change and interact with customers, these young entrepreneurs gained hands-on experience building their own small businesses. Seeing their products come to life and watching their confidence grow was truly inspiring 👏

The Weekday School, located at 111 Irvington Ave, is a progressive learning community that emphasizes learning by doing, creativity, collaboration, and social responsibility. Students are encouraged to think critically, engage in inquiry-based learning, and grow as thoughtful, active members of their community.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the students, including Mayor Sheena Collum, Councilwoman Hannah Zollman, and Councilwoman Patricia Canning for celebrating this special moment.

A big congratulations to all the young business owners 🏆✨

06/15/2026

This Wednesday, June 17, visit the South Orange Farmers Market from 1PM to 6PM in the Sloan Street Parking Lot (12 Sloan Street) for fresh produce, baked goods, breads, pickles, cold pressed juices, grab and go meals, and more 🌽🥖🧀🥒🧃

Be sure to stop by Sugar & Whisk, one of our new full season vendors! ☕🧁 Founded by Liz, a mom of three, baker turned barista, and creative entrepreneur, Sugar & Whisk brings handcrafted baked goods, specialty drinks, and plenty of heart to the market.

Find Sugar & Whisk and all your market favorites every Wednesday through October 28 from 1PM to 6PM. View the full vendor lineup: https://www.southorangedowntown.org/farmers-market

⚽🏆 The World Cup Trophy Hunt is ON in South Orange Downtown!Search for a mini replica World Cup trophy hidden at partici...
06/15/2026

⚽🏆 The World Cup Trophy Hunt is ON in South Orange Downtown!

Search for a mini replica World Cup trophy hidden at participating downtown businesses for a chance to win weekly prizes, including gift cards from local businesses and World Cup themed merchandise all tournament long.

Discover where to watch the matches, find World Cup specials and giveaways, shop for game day essentials, and support the local businesses bringing the excitement of the tournament to downtown in our World Cup Guide on the website.

Then join South Orange Village's Official Watch Party this Friday at Meadowland Park, where you can watch the matches on a giant LED screen while enjoying food trucks, a beer garden, Juneteenth celebrations, and family-friendly soccer activities. South Orange Downtown will be there with soccer themed prizes, a World Cup trading station, and more ways to get involved in the Trophy Hunt and downtown promotions.

Click to explore participating businesses and ways to celebrate the World Cup downtown https://www.southorangedowntown.org/sodt-world-cup

06/14/2026

🐾🎉 Congratulations Pet Wants’ 10 amazing years in South Orange 🎉🐾

A beautiful Pride & Anniversary Celebration at 63 S Orange Ave brought together community, pets, and local love 🏳️‍🌈🐶

From pet adoptions and Yappy Hour to Pride photo ops, giveaways, and all-day specials — the day was filled with fun and celebration 🛍️✨

A huge congratulations to owners Jack & Jonathan on 10 years of Pet Wants in the South Orange community ❤️

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and support 🐾🎉

Address

76 South Orange Avenue Suite 303
South Orange, NJ
07079

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+19737636899

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