Landing · Weekend of 2026-04-03

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Landing 07850

Weekend of Apr 3 - Apr 5, 2026

WEEKEND SNAPSHOT

Friday: Partly cloudy, High 52°F; Saturday: Sunny, High 55°F; Sunday (Easter): Morning frost, High 54°F.

Heavier-than-usual traffic on Route 10 and Route 46 due to holiday shopping and Easter brunch travel.

⚡ If You Only Do One Thing

Premiere Weekend: 'The Drama' at AMC Rockaway 16

Friday & Saturday nights, multiple showtimes

"With early April temperatures still dipping into the 30s at night, this indoor A24 black comedy starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson is the highest-value, weather-proof choice for a local outing."

PRO TIP: Book 'Reserved Seating' in advance at the Rockaway Mall location; premiere weekends for A24 films in this demographic sell out prime evening slots by Thursday.

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📍 Top Spots

Easter & Springtime Festival at Alstede Farms

Friday & Saturday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM • 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ (15 min from 07850)

A full seasonal festival featuring baby farm animals, wagon rides, and an Easter egg scavenger hunt.

Best For: Families with young children looking for a classic farm experience. • Cost: Varies by activity; advance ticket purchase recommended.

Bryan Hansen Band Live at Salt Gastropub

Friday, April 3, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM • 109 US-206, Stanhope, NJ

Live performance by a popular NJ-based ensemble blending soul, funk, and rock in an intimate, upscale pub setting.

Best For: Adults seeking high-quality local music and craft cocktails. • Cost: No cover (reservation recommended for dining)

Season Opening: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm

Saturday, April 4, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM • 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ

The first weekend of the 2026 season for this working farm; see heritage livestock and 19th-century farming demonstrations.

Best For: Educational family outings and history buffs. • Cost: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $6 Children (3-12)

Choose Your Mode

Mode: Active & Outdoor

Dickerson Mine Preserve Hike Free

Saturday morning • Mine Hill, NJ

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Tip: The main parking lot is small; arrive by 9:00 AM to secure a spot before the afternoon rush.

Mode: Quiet & Local

Easter Brunch at The Landing Hippo $$

Sunday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM • Landing, NJ

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Tip: They do not take reservations for small groups; expect a 20-minute wait after 10:30 AM.

Weekend at a Glance

Friday Evening

Bryan Hansen Band at Salt

Live Music

Saturday Morning

Fosterfields Opening Day

Family Fun

Saturday Afternoon

Alstede Farms Festival

Seasonal

Sunday Morning

Easter Frost Hike (Mine Hill)

Outdoors

⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs

Easter Sunday Retail Closures

Major retailers in Ledgewood/Rockaway (Walmart, Target, Home Depot) are likely closed April 5.

Complete all grocery and supply runs by Saturday evening to avoid 24-hour lockouts.

Morning Black Ice/Frost

Sunday morning (Easter), especially on shaded roads near Lake Hopatcong.

Expect temps near 32°F at sunrise; allow extra time for windshield defrosting before church services.

🍿 Movies

Top Box Office

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG): The long-awaited animated sequel takes Mario and Luigi into deep space; currently dominating the global box office.

The Drama (R): Zendaya and Robert Pattinson star in this psychological black comedy about a wedding week that goes off the rails.

They Will Kill You (R): A terrifying modern horror holdover about a high-stakes struggle within a mysterious New York high-rise.

New This Weekend

The Drama (R): Official wide release (April 3) for A24's latest star-studded thriller directed by Kristoffer Borgli.

📅 Plan Ahead

Date	Event	Action
April 16, 2026	Economic Development Awards Breakfast	High; requires advance registration through Morris County Chamber.

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