Get ready for the magic of Downtown Denville After Dark! – The most anticipated summer event that will light up our downtown on June 20th! Thank you to our sponsors, Hudson Oral Surgery and Verizon.

As the excitement builds for the event, we understand that our community has questions about what to expect. In this blog post, we’re here to provide answers to the frequently asked questions about Downtown Denville After Dark.

From the lineup of activities, performances, and vendors to parking details and everything in between, we’ve got you covered. Make sure to mark your calendar for June 20th and join the fun in Downtown Denville!

Check back here for updates leading up to the event!

DATE: Thursday, June 20th, 2024

TIME: 5:30 PM- 9:30 PM

PLACE: Downtown Denville (Main activities along Broadway with streets open for pedestrians)

FOOD: We’ve got the best eateries around. Check out all the food specials and the ways you can grab take out while not missing any of the great activities on Broadway. FOOD SPECIALS & ORDER OPTIONS HERE

WHERE DO WE PARK?

Broadway will be closed off to cars for everyone to enjoy the activities but there is still ample parking in the Bloomfield parking lot that extends behind Hunan Taste. As well, all the surrounding streets.

ARE THERE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS?

For safety reasons, we will not have inflatables this year, and there will be no rides. Several stores will have various activities, like mini-golfing, a gel-shooting game, and more. This is a celebration of our downtown shopping district, but it is family-friendly.

IS THERE A BEER GARDEN?

We are celebrating and highlighting our downtown business so please stop by Diamond Spring Brewery’s Outdoor Beer Garden. Thatcher McGhees’ has extended its outdoor seating for meals and drinks. Live Music by Steve Johnson outside the The Second Half on Main and don’t forget to enjoy all the exciting different drinks at Hunan Taste’s bar and restaurant.

There is no separate outdoor beer garden, and all NJ open container laws apply. Please do not consume alcoholic beverages outside the establishments. Taking alcoholic beverages from outside these bars is illegal and will be enforced.

ARE THERE RESTROOMS? – Outside PortaJohns are located on First Ave.

WHAT IS THIS EVENT FOR?

Small downtowns all over the country are disappearing. Online shopping, over development and big business retailers have all eroded the beauty of a downtown shopping districts. Denville is lucky to have one of the best downtown areas around. We want to keep it thriving. It is a center of our community. The Downtown Denville Business Improvement District is a non-profit organization committed to promoting, enhancing and preserving our this wonderful experience and all our local businesses that make up this district. Thank you for your support.

ENTERTAINMENT:

5:30 PM – Steve Johnson – Live Outside Cafe Crevier & The Second Half (until 8:30pm)

6:00 PM– Lakeland Bank & Mutts on Main present their “Dog Eating Contest” No we don’t eat the dogs. We watch them chow down on their awesome treats.

6:15 PM– Lakeland Bank & Denville Dog present The 2nd Annual Denville Hot Dog Eating Contest Hosted by Downtown Denville’s Gene Fitzpatrick and Former Mrs. Morris County and Denville EMT, Taryn Foley

6:30 PM– LURKER PARK live at First Avenue & Broadway (until 9:30pm)

ACTIVITIES & SPECIALS:

We have some of the best restaurants in the area. Feel free to stop by before, after, or during our event. You can pick up some takeout items and stroll along Broadway while enjoying the live music, or you can take a break at our high-top tables. Keep an eye out for our teenage volunteers, who will be distributing food information, menus, and more, and they can also assist you with orders. The volunteers are working only for tips, so please remember to show them your appreciation.

Check this page for more updates leading up to the event!

31 Burgers – Brand new to downtown. Give them a try. Order Here.

Beignets – Most likely you are only steps away from grabbing a donut or beignet to go

Blue Moon Mex Express – Grab quick items like chips, salsa and quac to go or order online

Bubble in Paradise – are open late until 8:30pm !

Dash of Thyme – Stop in & pick up a charcuterie board to-go. 3 Amazing sizes & varieties.

Denville Dog & Ice Cream – Don’t you want to try the Hot Dogs our contest winners devoured?!?! Menu here. Call to order.

Denville Seafood – Grab a Fish & Chips Special today to go. Menu Here

DooWop Boardwalk Grill – Order amazing NJ Shore Classics for pickup

El Mejicano – Grab Taquitos, Empanadas & Churro Bites ready to go in easy container boat. (Order to pickup)

Greece Lightning – Stop in and grab a gyro to go or order to go

Hunan Taste – It’s the best Chinese Restaurant in NJ. Dining there is an experience but you can also order online as well.

Moes- Nothing like a Tequila Lime Chicken on a hot day Order Online

Oriental Express – You can pick up right on Broadway and not miss any of that action. Order here.

Taco Affair – Grab Tattoos to go or order online for pick-up

Thatcher McGhee’s – Dine and drink in their expanded outdoor area for Downtown Denville After Dark

Thonglor – Have you tried Denville’s newest Thai restaurant that’s all the talk. Order online

The Second Half – Swing by to hear Steve Johnson playing outside and enjoy outdoor seating

The Pasta Shop – One of the hottest area eateries, (Order online)

PIZZA –

Cafe Crevier – The Thinny Thin recently received an 8.5 rating from Barstool Sports. Order on Slice

Dante’s – Located right on Broadway for quick take-out. Order on Slice

Denville Pizza – $12 Pies for take out in-store or order by phone (973) 625-4321 or Order other items on Slice

Il Torrente – 15% off any $20 or more order if you mention “Downtown Denville After Dark” Call to order. (973) 957-0600

Kraves – Tons of deals and specials and just a quick walk around the block. Order on Slice