• DOWNTOWN DOLLARS

    Celebrate Small Business Saturday

    in South Orange Downtown

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  • HOMETOWN HOLIDAY & TREE LIGHTING

    SATURDAY DEC 6

    2PM - 6PM

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  • Elf Chase

    Find the hidden elves at downtown businesses for a chance to win

    Saturday November 29 - Sunday December 21

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  • SHU Discounts

    Discover Downtown Deals

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  • DOWNTOWN DIRECTORY

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    SOUTH ORANGE

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Welcome to South Orange Downtown!

South Orange Downtown is a vibrant community filled with a diverse mix of businesses who all offer a unique experience. Food lovers can indulge in cuisine from all over the world. Many of the retailers offer a personalized shopping experience and enrichment classes where you can learn anything from playing an instrument to making floral arrangements. Come experience the arts at SOPAC, watch a movie at the cinema or attend one of the many free community events. We invite you to shop, dine and experience South Orange Downtown.

upcoming events

Events
PANTO’s The Little Mermaid
Nov 22
PANTO’s The Little Mermaid
FreeWalkers Pre-Thanksgiving Gobble Gobble Hike
Nov 23
FreeWalkers Pre-Thanksgiving Gobble Gobble Hike
Hometown Holiday & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec 6
Hometown Holiday & Tree Lighting Ceremony
South Orange Downtown Monthly Board Meeting
Dec 17
South Orange Downtown Monthly Board Meeting
All Events

News & Promotions

News & Promotions
Take The safe Streets survey
Take The safe Streets survey
The Co-Lab Announces Grand Re-Opening with New Retail Model to Empower Local Makers
The Co-Lab Announces Grand Re-Opening with New Retail Model to Empower Local Makers
The Truth About Our Downtown: Strong, Growing, & Full of Opportunity
The Truth About Our Downtown: Strong, Growing, & Full of Opportunity
JOIN the Soma professional network
JOIN the Soma professional network
EXPERIENCE THE 2ND ANNUAL BEER FEST IN THE HEART OF SOUTH ORANGE
EXPERIENCE THE 2ND ANNUAL BEER FEST IN THE HEART OF SOUTH ORANGE
South Orange Public Library Celebrates Library Card Sign-up Month During September
South Orange Public Library Celebrates Library Card Sign-up Month During September
SOPL summer adventure
SOPL summer adventure
New Businesses in south orange downtown in 2024/2025
New Businesses in south orange downtown in 2024/2025
2025 South orange dog and cat licenses
2025 South orange dog and cat licenses
SOPD CHief of police Retirement Announcement
SOPD CHief of police Retirement Announcement
South Orange Downtown Spotlighted in Village Green for Growing Small Business Scene
South Orange Downtown Spotlighted in Village Green for Growing Small Business Scene
Celebrate Valentine's Day in South Orange
Celebrate Valentine's Day in South Orange
How to Enjoy Super Bowl Sunday in South Orange Downtown
How to Enjoy Super Bowl Sunday in South Orange Downtown
South Orange Downtown Welcomes New Board Members
South Orange Downtown Welcomes New Board Members
A Look Ahead - 2025 SODT Calendar of Events
A Look Ahead - 2025 SODT Calendar of Events
2025 Annual Public Meeting Recap
2025 Annual Public Meeting Recap
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Join the SODT Board!
We're Hiring!
We're Hiring!
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South Orange Celebrates SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY with an EXCITING STREET FAIR, DOWNTOWN PROMOS & ICE SKATING
SOPAC Survey
SOPAC Survey
Meadowland Park Conservancy Needs Your Help
Meadowland Park Conservancy Needs Your Help
South Orange Chiropractic Center hosts weekly Giveaway at Farmers Market
South Orange Chiropractic Center hosts weekly Giveaway at Farmers Market
Insiders Pour Tour AT the South Orange Beer Festival
Insiders Pour Tour AT the South Orange Beer Festival
GameChanger Coming to South Orange in October
GameChanger Coming to South Orange in October
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RFP: Supplemental Sanitation Services
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RFQ: Friendship Circle Project
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SO Senior Advisory Committee (SOSAC) meets with Public Works
South Orange Downtown Restaurants featured in NJ Monthly
South Orange Downtown Restaurants featured in NJ Monthly
Celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday with Downtown Businesses & SOPL
Celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday with Downtown Businesses & SOPL
Join the Board of The Co-Lab at South Orange! 
Join the Board of The Co-Lab at South Orange! 
All News & Promotions

HOW TO OPEN A BUSINESS IN SOUTH ORANGE

Join the community of diverse businesses that make up our downtown!

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🎄✨ Get ready to kick off the season at South Orange’s Hometown Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 6, from **2–6 PM!**⁠ ⁠ 🎅 From FREE professional Santa photos and kids’ crafts to live performances and our beloved community
✨ Join the Elf Chase Giveaway starting Sat. Nov 29th✨⁠ ⁠ Catch the ELF hidden at 40+ Downtown businesses, collect your ticket, and drop it off for a chance to win $250 in gift cards to your favorite local shops, restaurants, and more in South Orange
🎉 Downtown Dollars are BACK 🎉⁠ Get ready to shop small and save big this Small Business Saturday, November 29th at 40+ businesses in South Orange Downtown 💵⁠ ⁠ 🤑Enjoy $10 off your purchase of $50 or more at participating businesses (while supplie