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Downtown Denville Window Decorating Contest to Sparkle this Season

Step into a winter wonderland as Downtown Denville prepares to transform into the ‘5th Avenue of Morris County’ with its upcoming Holiday Window Decorating Contest!

Mark your calendars for our cherished annual Holiday Open House on Friday, November 24th, from 5:30 – 9:00 PM. A delightful evening filled with festive activities, including our much-anticipated Window Decorating Contest. We kindly ask all event attendees to cast their vote for their favorite decorated window, showing their love and support for our talented local businesses.

Upon arrival at the Holiday Open House, we encourage visitors to make the Downtown Denville tent their first stop! Here you will find a handy map of all participating businesses and receive your voting ticket. Once you’ve taken a stroll through our Downtown to check out all of the festive windows, come back to the Downtown Denville tent to cast your vote for the window that captured your holiday spirit the best.

Stay tuned for the grand announcement of winners on December 1st, where we’ll celebrate both the people’s choice and our judges’ favorites on social media. Let’s come together and revel in the old-fashioned charm of a small-town holiday celebration, right here in Downtown Denville. So bundle up, grab your loved ones, and join us for an unforgettable evening of beautiful sights, warm smiles, and the true meaning of community. We’ll see you there, friends!

Downtown Denville Parking News: What You Need To Know

We have some exciting news to share with the Denville community! After receiving valuable feedback from our community members, we have been working hand in hand with Denville Township to address the parking concerns in Downtown Denville. We are thrilled to announce the launch of a trial program aimed at improving parking in our downtown area.

We are incredibly grateful for the collaboration and support from Denville Township for this initiative. Together, we believe this trial program will greatly benefit our local businesses in Downtown Denville, and we cannot wait to witness the positive outcomes it brings.

New 90-Minute Parking Regulation Ordinance

Starting from Wednesday, November 1st, 2023, we will see a change in the Denville Downtown parking regulations. The following areas will be affected: Broadway, Center Street, Diamond Spring Road, East Main Street, First Avenue, and a portion of Second Avenue. The current one-hour parking limit will be modified to a 90-minute parking limit between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturdays.

This extended time limit is being implemented as part of a trial period, set to expire on January 1, 2024, unless it is further extended by a majority vote of the Township Council. We encourage everyone to make the most of this trial period and provide valuable feedback to help shape the future of parking in Downtown Denville.

Enforcement and Consequences

Enforcement of this new parking ordinance will begin on November 1, 2023. It is important to note that any vehicle exceeding the 90-minute parking limit will be subject to a summons. We kindly request all community members and visitors to abide by this regulation to ensure a fair and efficient parking system that benefits everyone.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation for the feedback and support we have received from all of you. Your input is invaluable, and we greatly value your contribution to the vibrant and thriving Downtown Denville community.

As we embark on this trial program, we encourage everyone to continue supporting our local stores, dining at our wonderful restaurants, attending exciting events, utilizing our local services, and most importantly, spreading the word about Downtown Denville – one of New Jersey’s finest downtown shopping districts.

Thank you all for your support and participation in making Downtown Denville a remarkable place to visit and call home.

Stay tuned for more updates as the trial program progresses!

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What Downtown Denville Businesses are Brewing for Pink Witches Night Out!

Every year, the Downtown Denville community comes together to show their unwavering support for Breast Cancer Awareness through our Pink Witches Night Out (PWNO) event. This year, several local businesses are joining forces to provide a memorable experience while raising funds for this important cause. Read on to discover how these businesses are supporting and participating in PWNO.

Pink Witches Night Out 2023

7 West Hair Designers

7 West Hair Designers

Embrace the pink witches spirit by getting pink hair extensions and pink fairy hair! You can also enter their raffle with a chance to win hair products, play for prizes, and get a full makeover!

All Styling Studio

All Styling Studio will be providing the pink witch energy with pink fairy hair, face and hair gems, a raffle entry, giveaways and live updos. Be sure to head on over to them on the night!

A Taco Affair Logo

A Taco Affair

Spice up PWNO with a taco eating contest where participants can win $30 or contribute $30 if they don’t complete 5 tacos in 20 minutes. Enjoy their pink-themed taco and dessert, with 50% of proceeds going to the fundraiser.

Blue Moon Mex Express

Blue Moon Mex Express

Blue Moon Mex-Express is donating $1 for every takeout or delivery order placed on Friday, October 13 to PWNO. Enjoy delicious and authentic Mexican cuisine while making a positive impact in the community.

Bluebird by Bullet Boots

Bluebird By Bullet Boots

Bluebirds by Bullet Boots will be donating 100% of proceeds from their save the boobies tee and friendship bracelets. On the night, 10% of proceeds from their many pink items will be donated. If thats not enough,  they’ll be doing an in-store raffle with all the money collected being donated to PWNO.

Butter & Velvet Home & Design

Butter & Velvet Home & Design

Butter & Velvet Home & Design will be holding Raffles at 6:13 and 8:13. You must be present to win your mystery gift! They will also have in-store sales and a ton of fun.

Cafe Crevier

Cafe Crevier

Indulge in Cafe Crevier’s Roasted Beef Humus Flatbread and Strawberry Ice Cream Brownie Sundae knowing that each purchase will result in a $2 donation to PWNO.

California Beach Hut

California Beach Hut

California Beach Hut will be holding a raffle with the chance to win a pink Bogg Bag. Simply make a donation to receive an entry for a chance to win. Their raffle will be held on October 14th.

Denville Dental

Denville Dental

Denville Dental is getting involved in Pink Witches Night Out by hosting a game to enter a raffle with a chance to win prizes. Attendees can also look forward to receiving reusable water bottles in their swag bags.

Denville Pizza

Denville Pizza

Looking for some delicious pizza? Stop by Denville Pizza to enjoy handcrafted pies while supporting Pink Witches Night Out. They will be handing out pizzas and coupons to attendees of the event.

Diamond Spring Brewing Co.

Diamond Spring Brewing Co.

Diamond Spring Brewing Co. is serving up something special for the PWNO: the Diamond Pink Witched Brew and the one night only “Pink Witched Night Flight” Which is a “hop flight” featuring one 5oz pink witches brew, one 5oz raspberry sour, and one 5oz blood orange seltzer. Enjoy their refreshing beverages and look out for their helpful food runners.

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Doxwel IV Therapy & Med Spa

Doxwel IV Therapy & Med Spa generously donated gift cards to be included in the official Pink Witches Night Out raffle taking place the night of the event. All proceeds from the raffle go to this year’s PWNO recipient.

Du Jour Cafe

Du Jour Cafe

Du Jour Cafe is serving up support for Breast Cancer Awareness. On Friday, they will be donating a gift basket, and you can contribute by purchasing a pink hat or a pink water bottle, with the sales proceeds going towards PWNO. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and make a difference at Du Jour Cafe.

El Coqui Crepes

El Coqui Crepes

El Coqui Crepes is showing their support for the Pink Witches Night Out event by donating 10% of their earnings to PWNO. Head over to enjoy their savory and sweet crepes and make a difference in the community.

Evolve Med Spa

Evolve Med Spa

Discover exclusive promotions and goodies at Evolve Med Spa during Pink Witches Night Out. Evolve Med Spa brings you raffle items and special offers that cater to all ages. Stop by to enjoy their offerings and show your support for this important cause.

Inmiko
Matthew Vincent Hair Studio

Inmiko & Mathew Vincent Hair Studio

Inmiko & Matthew Vincent Hair studio are partnering together to support PWNO. Inmiko will be offering pink hair extensions from $5-10, with all proceeds going directly to PWNO. Additionally, they will be donating a gift basket for the Tricky Tray. Matthew Vincent will be donating 10% of all sales during the event to PWNO and will also be contributing a gift basket for the Tricky Tray. Together, they will be hosting a gift-wrapping contest during the event, where the fastest wrapper will have a chance to choose a prize from a selection of giveaways.

Ivy Hair & Beauty

Ivy Hair & Beauty

Ivy Hair & Makeup is adding a touch of elegance to the PWNO event. Visit them for permanent jewelry, pink fairy hair, pink extensions, hairstyling, and exciting raffles. Embrace your inner pink witch and support the cause at Ivy Hair & Makeup.

Middlemist Lane

Middlemist Lane

Make your girls’ night an unforgettable one. The first 100 witches who join the celebration will receive a gift card to Middlemist Lane Hair Salon. For $5, you can get customized pink witch face paint to enhance your festive look. Plus, capture the memories of the evening at their Professional Photo Booth, also available for $5.

Mo'pweeze Bakery

Mo’Pweeze Bakery

Mo’pweeze Bakery is joining the efforts to support Pink Witches Night Out by raising funds in-store. They will be selling cookie sets featuring a pink hat and broom, with proceeds from these sales going towards the cause. Stop by Mo’pweeze Bakery to indulge in delicious cookies while contributing to PWNO.

Pure Barre Denville

Pure Barre Denville

Pure Barre Denville is hosting a plank-off during the event with participants receiving a commemorative sticker. For every photo of the sticker shared on your story, they will donate $1. Also, $5 will be donated per pair of breast cancer sticky socks purchased on 10/13.

Shoe & Sneaker Barn

Shoe & Sneaker Barn

Shoe & Sneaker Barn invites you to step forward in style while supporting the cause. Enjoy a generous 20% off all women’s shoes and boots from Thursday to Sunday (excluding Ugg & Birkenstock). On Friday, they will be hosting a special trunk show in collaboration with Naot, where you can explore their latest collection.

Sisters Denville

Sisters

Sisters is at the heart of the Pink Witches Night Out event. You can explore their Little Words Project Bracelets and create your own custom bracelet to commemorate the occasion. Show your love for the cause by visiting Sisters.

SmartWorld Coffee

SmartWorld Coffee

Stop by the registration booth for Pink Witches Night Out to receive a free cup of their pink hibiscus berry tea. They will be donating 50 cups of tea at registration to help support the cause.

Team Renzo Gracie Denville

Team Renzo Gracie Denville

Team Renzo will be present outside their academy to greet and inform event-goers about their programs, offering an opportunity to learn more about what they have to offer.

Thatcher McGhee's Irish Pub

Thatcher McGhee’s Irish Pub

Throughout the month, Thatcher McGhees will be featuring a Pink Witches Menu. For every drink sold from this menu, $1 will be donated back to Pink Witches Night Out. Join them on Friday for an evening of fun for the “Pink Witches Late Night Brew” following the main pink witches event with a DJ starting at 9 p.m.

The Beauty Loft

The Beauty Loft

Find The Beauty Loft’s tent for face & hair glitter, gems, glow-in-the-dark products, mascara, lashes, tattoos, games, & more for Pink Witches Night Out, ensuring a night of fun and beauty.

The Pasta Shop

The Pasta Shop

The Pasta Shop is  donating all proceeds from their Strawberry Cheesecake in a Glass, allowing attendees to satisfy their sweet tooth while supporting Pink Witches Night Out.

The Wren and the Raven Denville

The Wren + The Raven

Enter the mystical realm at The Wren & Raven. They will be offering walk-in tarot readings, providing a glimpse into the future. Additionally, you can participate in a raffle for a chance to win an artisan handmade witch’s broom. All proceeds from the raffle will go towards this year’s PWNO beneficiary.

Tony's Jewelers

Tony’s Jewelers

Participate in Tony’s jewelers raffle for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate towards a new purchase of $150 or more. Contact Tony’s Jewelers to learn more and pick up your raffle ticket.

​​Pink Witches Night Out wouldn’t be the same without the support of the local businesses here in Downtown Denville. We are beyond grateful for your incredible support, generosity and community spirit. The event will be presented by Saint Clare’s Health and sponsored by the Oaks at Denville.

We are buzzing with excitement as numerous businesses unite to support Breast Cancer Awareness. From pink hair extensions to customized face paint, raffles, and exclusive promotions, these businesses are going above and beyond to make the event a success. Join us on Friday the 13th from 5:30 to 9:30 PM for a remarkable girls’ night out filled with laughter, support, and awareness. Together, we can make a difference and honor those who have fought and continue to fight the battle against breast cancer.

Pink Witches Night Out is now accepting donations for the 2023 beneficiary at PinkWitchesNight.com. To avail of some Merch in support of the event head on over to Shopsisters.com.

Downtown Denville: Your Holiday Destination

We’ve got all the holiday activities to make your holiday shopping experience magical !

HOLIDAY SHOPPING OPEN HOUSE ON ICE

Location: Downtown Denville

Date: Friday November 26th, 5:30-9 pm

Broadway will be closed to traffic so you can walk throughout much of downtown and enjoy shopping and holiday activities. We’ll have an ice skating rink right in the middle of Broadway, an outside Holiday Bar, Make-Your-Own-Stockings, Holiday Photo Booth, Winter Carolers, Characters, S’mores stations and more. Plus lots of store and restaurant specials. You don’t want to miss this one.

Holiday Shopping Open House Nov 26th, 5:30pm

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Location: Downtown Denville

Date: Saturday November 27th, All Day

Downtown Denville will heavily support Small Business Saturday and is encouraging everyone in the area to SHOP SMALL!    In addition, Downtown Denville is hosting Holiday Carolers from Morris Hills as they roam the downtown sidewalks from 3-5pm.

Butter and Velvet encouraging you to Shop Small !

ROTARY SANTA LAND TREE LIGHTING

Location: Santa Land, Clark Street, Denville NJ (By the Post Office)

Date: Saturday, November 27th, 6pm

Just across the street from Downtown Denville’s center is Rotary Santa Land, a small area of holiday decor, a few small village buildings with displays, and Santa’s local workshop.  While Santa does not officially cozy into his Denville location until Sunday Nov 28th, the local residents celebrate by lighting his Christmas Tree the night before. This is often accompanied by random Christmas Caroling done by attendees that gather shortly after 6:30pm.

DENVILLE HOLIDAY PARADE

Location: Downtown Denville

Date: Sunday, November 28th, 2-5pm

The holiday parade comes marching into Denville to celebrate the arrival of Santa, who naturally arrives on Denville’s oldest firetruck, Old Betsy. The parade features a great line-up including the Denville String Band, Denville Shriner cars, a sheep herder and his sheep, Holiday floats that are themed by classic holiday stories, books, and art, and so much more. This year’s Parade Marshals are the First Responders who put their lives on the line to help during Covid.

Santa arrives in Denville, NJ

MENORAH LIGHTING

Location: Outside Denville Town Hall, Denville NJ

Date: Tuesday, November 30th, 5pm

Just outside our downtown corridor at Denville Township Administrative Building (1 St. Mary’s Place) the long-standing tradition brings many people from the surrounding area to celebrate.  Chabad Jewish Center of Mountain Lakes, Denville and Boonton has hosted a menorah lighting for several years.

Menorah
Photo Credit: Josh Applegate

WINTER FARMER’S MARKET

Date: Dec. 5th, Dec. 12th, Dec. 19th at 1pm

Our Farmer’s Market (Winter Edition) still takes place every Sunday in the Bloomfield Parking lot on Bloomfieild Avenue. Come shops great local vendors, farmers and more. There is live music, great shopping and holiday cheer. See them for more info

Denville Farmer’s Market (Holiday Edition)

HOLIDAY CAROLERS

Location: Downtown Denville

Date: Dec 4th, 11-1pm (Village Carolers), Dec. 11th, 3-5pm (Morris Hills Carolers), Dec. 18th, 11am-1pm (Village Carolers)

We’ll have holiday carolers every weekend in Downtown Denville. We are your Holiday Destination and make sure to do all your holiday shopping along our beautifully decorated streets and sidewalks while the Carolers serenade you.

Holiday Carolers
Photo Credit: David Beale

AND MORE…

And as always, the holiday music will be playing throughout downtown Denville’s state of the art speaker system, as well as beautifully decorated streetscapes and stores (they hold a contest for the best decorated store window), the beauty of a winter Rockaway River and more making Downtown Denville a destination for the holidays.

For more information about Downtown Denville’s stellar Holiday Events / Activities, stay tuned to downtowndenville.com or follow our social media channels @downtowndenville on Facebook and @dwtndenville on Instagram and Twitter.

Spread the cheer! Take photos or post about your great holiday experiences downtown using the hashtag #downtowndenville all season long!

Happy Birthday, Denville!

IT’S OUR BIRTHDAY! On April 14th, Denville turns 108 birthday, and we’re kicking off a Spirit Week of sorts to celebrate! Join us as we highlight different types of businesses each day with the themes noted above and come along to ReDiscover Denville and celebrate our community.

With many restaurants, retail, and service-related businesses right downtown, you can easily find what you need without ever leaving the area. Be sure to follow along on our social media channels (Instagram and Facebook) as we highlight different themes each day and make our way around town.

Joining in the fun? Tag #DowntownDenville – we want to see everyone enjoying our downtown area and would love to share your photos and stories with our audience as well.

See you around town!