Things To Do in New Jersey This Weekend: April 3-April 5
New Jersey’s weekend has something for the whole family, from an all-day Easter egg scavenger hunt at a Vernon farm to a candlelit concert on the Shore and a full-blown…

New Jersey's weekend has something for the whole family, from an all-day Easter egg scavenger hunt at a Vernon farm to a candlelit concert on the Shore and a full-blown nostalgia tour at Prudential Center. Whether you're bringing the kids or heading out for a night with friends, the calendar is full from Friday through Sunday.
Easter EGGstravaganza Festival at Heaven Hill Farm
- What: An all-day Easter egg scavenger hunt on the farm
- When: Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: Heaven Hill Farm, 451 State Route 94, Vernon
- Cost: General admission $16.99 (online booking) or $19 (on the door); season pass $62.99
Heaven Hill Farm's EGGstravaganza puts a fresh spin on the traditional Easter egg hunt with an all-day scavenger hunt format — no scheduled times, just follow the map to find egg stations around the farm and trade them in for treats. Admission includes a visit with Hopper the Bunny, a hayride, farm animals, pedal cars, a giant slingshot, and more. Food, carnival rides, and paintball are available for an additional fee.
Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
- What: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons hits played by candlelight
- When: Friday, April 3, 2026, at 7 p.m.
- Where: Pollak Theatre, 400 Cedar Ave., West Long Branch
- Cost: Tickets start at $37
The Candlelight concert series brings its signature glow to Pollak Theatre in Long Branch with Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons, performed by the Concertize String Quartet. The 60-minute show works through 14 songs from both bands, spanning beloved hits such as "Fix You," "Viva la Vida," "Radioactive," and "Believer." Doors open 60 minutes before showtime, and late entry is not permitted. Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone. Attendees must be at least 8 years old, and those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Boys 4 Life Tour Featuring B2K and Bow Wow
- What: Early 2000s R&B nostalgia
- When: Sunday, April 5, 2026, at 7 p.m.
- Where: Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St., Newark
- Cost: Tickets start at $104
The Boys 4 Life Tour brings a massive wave of early 2000s nostalgia as B2K reunites to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The tour also marks more than 20 years since B2K and co-headliner Bow Wow first shared the stage during the iconic 2002 "Scream Tour II." Additional performers include Amerie, Yung Joc, Crime Mob, Franchize Boyz, and special guests Pretty Ricky. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. The event is presented by The Black Promoters Collective.
Other Events
New Jersey's weekend lineup brings together stand-up comedy, hockey, and more across the state. Whether you're heading to Atlantic City, Newark, or Morris Plains, there's something worth getting out for this weekend.
- Marlon Wayans: Friday, April 3, 2026, at 9 p.m. at Caesars Atlantic City, 2100 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City
- New Jersey Devils vs. Montreal Canadiens: Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 7 p.m. at Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St., Newark
- Willie Barcena: Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 7 p.m. at The Dojo of Comedy, 231 Speedwell Ave., Morris Plains
More To Explore This Week
The weeknight calendar across New Jersey is packed this week, from bingo and hockey to a celebrated R&B duo's return and an opening night at the theater.
- Bingo for Adults: Monday, April 6, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Mt. Olive Public Library, 202 Flanders-Drakestown Road, Flanders
- New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers: Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 7 p.m. at Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St., Newark
- Floetry: Say Yes the Tour: Wednesday, April 8, and Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 8 p.m. at Prudential Hall, Betty Wold Johnson Stage, New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center St., Newark
- Sins of the Mother: Opening night — Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 7 p.m. at New Jersey Repertory Company, 132 W. End Ave., Long Branch




