Adult Activities in Montclair, NJ

It may only be January, but spring in Montclair, NJ will be here in a few short months and we know you’ll be ready to get out of the house and into some fun and exciting activities. The Montclair area is a hub for active adults who love sports, the arts, nature and the environment, and more. We’ve listed some of the coolest things to do this spring in and around Montclair, NJ. Get out there and enjoy!

1. Learn + Grow Your Pickleball Game with Montclair Pickleball - Led by the #1 coaching team in the state, Montclair Pickleball offers clinics for all levels from Beginner to Advanced in the Montclair area. The spring season begins in April in Montclair, NJ, and includes classes for those who are brand new to the sport, 2.0-3.0, 3.0-3.5, 3.5-4.0, and 4.0+ clinics. Local Montclair programs will also include open play, Play with Pro sessions, private lessons, and tournaments. Montclair Pickleball is building an incredible community in the Montclair, NJ area and beyond, and players from Montclair and throughout the Montclair area are invited to join!

2. Get Back to Nature in Brookdale Park - Located within the busy streets of Montclair, Brookdale Park is a 121-acre natural oasis featuring walking and running paths, the famous Essex County Rose Garden, sports facilities, and much more. The Brookdale Park Conservancy offers opportunities for Montclair area residents to participate in park preservation, gardening, and upkeep. The Park is also a local hub for concerts and other special events throughout the spring. Visit their website to get involved and learn more. 

3. Spring Tennis with First Serve Tennis - Get your tennis game on with everyone’s favorite local tennis academy. First Serve Tennis is based in Montclair, and runs programs for adults at all levels (beginner to advanced), as well as kids. Their spring programs start April 1st! Tennis skills are built for a lifetime. The game makes you healthier and happier, and is super social as well!

4. Become a Yogi with Yoga Mechanics - Montclair’s Yoga Mechanics offers some of the best yoga classes in the Montclair, NJ area. Located on Forest Street, the studio features experiences like a monthly women’s circle, yoga + wine tasting sessions, yoga for strength or restoration, and new sauna treatments. Yoga Mechanics is the premiere local destination for yoga-based wellness.

5. Entertainment Experiences with Montclair Film - Hone your acting skills, learn the art of stand-up comedy or improv, study screenwriting and podcasting, or simply enjoy the cinema with one of Montclair, NJ’s favorite cultural organizations. Serving Montclair and the surrounding area and located on Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair Film offers tons of exciting programs for adults.

6. Race with Fleet Feet - Is this the year you’re going to run a 5K, 10K, or half marathon? Or do you just want to move your body, meet new friends, and enjoy this coming outdoor spring season in beautiful Montclair? Fleet Feet Montclair offers race training, social running sessions, and much more in the Montclair area, including programs at Brookdale Park in Montclair, NJ.

7. Live Music at the Wellmont Theater - As another local cultural gem, the Wellmont Theater has been a respected venue for concerts, movies, and performances for generations. Everyone loves live music, and the Wellmont is still a hot spot for the best shows in the Montclair area. Check out their full schedule of concerts here!