Explore the nightlife in the greater Newton and Sparta areas. The Ampersand is only minutes from the Newton Theater and many local venues that feature live music. Click the links on each establishment name to see their live events!
Angry Erik Brewing
Artfully crafted ales including traditional American, & Belgian styles. BYO food. Tours Thursdays through Sundays.Â
Ampersand Advantage: $2 Off One Flight.
Phone: 862-432-9003 | 7.2 miles | Review Directions
McQ’s Pub at Lake Lenape
1st Thursday of each Month: Happy Hour Live Music 4-7pm. 2nd Thursday of each Month: Karaoke with DJ Cool Wave 7pm. 3rd Thursday of each Month: Open Mic with Rich Ortiz 6pm. 4th Thursday of each Month: RCM Trivia 6pm on all even months, RCM Music Bingo 6pm on all odd months.
Phone: 973-786-5080 | 4.4 miles | Review Directions
Newton Theatre Live Performances
Box Office: Mon-Fri: 10am – 4pm, 2 hours before shows.
Phone: 973-940-NEWT | 3.8 miles | Review Directions
Sheridan’s Restaurant & Tavern
“Late Night Drink Specials” every Sunday through Thursday, $2 PBR cans and $3 well drinks.
Phone: 973-383-7577 | 2 miles | Menu Review Directions
Sussex County Community College Performing Arts
Plays and musicals performed by SCCC students.
Phone: 973-300-2100 | 5 miles | Directions
Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub
Late Night Entertainment: Call for current information.
Phone: 973-729-8428 | 6.2 miles |Â Menu Directions
Sparta Arts Summer Concert Series
Provides a significant level of cultural enrichment to members of the community through its programs and special events.
Sparta Pour House
Inside Sparta Lanes. Family friendly sports bar.
Phone: 973-729-6135 | 7 miles | Menu  Directions
St. Moritz Bar and Grill
Check website for updated entertainment information. Reservations encouraged.
Phone: 973-729-5677 | 6.2 miles | Menu Directions
Village Saloon
Casual bar and grill offering a kids’ menu, happy hour, and frequent live entertainment.
Phone: 973-729-5110 | 9.4 miles | Â Directions
The Beacon on Lake Hopatcong (Hopatcong)
Modern American lakeside restaurant serving southern Cajun comfort food with majestic views.
12.9 miles |Â 973-234-5300 | Menu Review Directions
Bell’s Mansion (Stanhope)
Lunch or dinner in a restored 1800’s mansion or outside on the garden patio. Eclectic menu of both pub fare and creative American cuisine. Reservations strongly recommended. Dine in & takeout only.
9.8 miles |Â 973-426-9977 | Menu Review Directions
Black Forest Inn (Stanhope)
Authentic German-Continental cuisine including seafood, potato pancakes, sausages, schnitzel, and desserts by the slice! Reservations recommended. Closed Tuesdays. Dine-in & takeout. Ampersand Advantage: 10% Discount.
9.5 miles | 973-347-3344 | Menu Review Directions
Blue Arrow Farm (Pine Island, NY)
Rain or Shine Concert Series on weekends. Their outdoor pavilion and indoor concert hall are open to bring you pub style food and drink. Enjoy the talent of their many local musicians, grab some dinner and drinks, and hit the dance floor!
Phone: 845-533‑3351 (Text) | 23.5 miles | Review Directions
Brick & Brew Pub (Franklin)
Known for their unique tap selection at the bar and our tasty oven dishes. They offer an extensive menu of American Classics, Authentic Italian dishes and Gastro Pub Favorites. They host different events each month, including sporting events, live music, and stand up comedy.
Phone: 973-864-2120 | 13.2 miles |Â Review Directions
Centenary Stage Company (Hackettstown)
Centenary Stage Company has multiple theatre spaces. Your show’s location will be listed here. Call if you have questions.
Phone: 908-979-0900 | 15 miles |Â Review Directions
Jersey Girl Brewing Co (Mount Olive)
Craft brewery featuring free brewery tours, a tasting room, and amazing beer. Full lineup of live music and events.
Phone: 908-591-4186 | 15.2 miles |Â Review Directions
Lafayette House (Lafayette)
Live Acoustic Music Every Friday and Saturday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the Marquis Tavern.
Phone: 973-579-3100 | 6.1 miles |Â Review Directions
Mayo Performing Arts Center (Morristown)
Box office open 10am-6pm Monday-Saturday & 2 hours before performance start times.
Phone: 973-539-8008 | 33.1 miles |Â Review Directions
Milk Street Distillery (Branchville)
Live music & other events every weekend.
Phone: 973-948-0178 | 111 miles |Â Review Directions
The Rockaway River Barn (Rockaway)
They strive to provide down home, affordable, cutting-edge, melting pot American Cuisine using the finest farm fresh, local ingredients.
Phone: 973-453-6900 | 21.1 miles | Menu Review Directions
The Stanhope House (Stanhope)
Famed blues & rock club in a historic 1790s house.
Phone: 973-347-7777 | 9.7 miles | Menu Review Directions
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