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Quick answer: For a Friendsgiving out in Morris County, Glenbrook Brewery in Morristown and Fort Nonsense Brewing in Randolph both welcome outside food, so your group can bring a potluck or order delivery to the taproom. Twin Elephant Brewing in Chatham takes reservations for groups. For little ones, the Montville Township Public Library hosts a Friendsgiving Fun Food Storytime on Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
Updated October 2026 by the Shop Morris County team
Friendsgiving has become its own holiday, and Morris County has great places to pull it off. Our Friendsgiving in Morris County guide for 2026 covers the taprooms that let you bring the food, the spots that take group reservations, where to order trays if nobody wants to cook, and a free storytime for young children. Most groups gather the weekend before Thanksgiving, which this year is Friday, November 20 through Sunday, November 22.
Hosting family on the day itself? See our Thanksgiving in Morris County guide for restaurants and our list of what is open and closed on Thanksgiving.
Friendsgiving in Morris County: Where to Gather in 2026
These spots work well for a group. Hours are from each business’s own site as of our last check, so confirm before you go, and reserve ahead for larger parties.
Glenbrook Brewery, Morristown
Glenbrook Brewery on Morris Street is an easy pick for a downtown Friendsgiving. The brewery invites guests to bring their own food or have it delivered, it is family friendly, and it asks larger parties to reach out ahead of time to reserve space. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from noon to midnight, and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. Email info@glenbrookbrewery.com to plan a big group.
Address: 95 Morris St, Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: (973) 206-1712
Good for: Potluck groups, families, delivery orders
Website: glenbrookbrewery.com
Fort Nonsense Brewing Company, Randolph
Fort Nonsense calls its taproom a community center for craft beer, and it fits a laid back Friendsgiving. You can bring food in, pull out a board game and settle into the beer garden or the taproom, and there is a private events room if your crew is big enough to need one. Taproom hours are Wednesday to Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., Saturday from noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. It is closed Monday and Tuesday. Guests must be 21 or older to drink.
Address: 220 Franklin Rd, Randolph, NJ 07869
Good for: Bring your own food, board games, private events room
Website: fortnonsensebrewing.com
Twin Elephant Brewing Company, Chatham
Twin Elephant on Watchung Avenue in downtown Chatham takes reservations, which makes it a good call for a group that wants a guaranteed table. Hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 4 to 10 p.m., Thursday from noon to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 7 p.m. It is closed Monday. Ask about the food policy when you book.
Address: 13 Watchung Ave, Chatham, NJ 07928
Phone: (973) 507-9862
Good for: Group reservations
Website: twinelephant.com
Friendsgiving Fun Food Storytime, Montville (Tuesday, Nov. 24)
The Montville Township Public Library hosts a Friendsgiving Fun Food Storytime for young children on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Kids come with their friends for stories and an edible craft in the Pio Costa Auditorium. Registration is required through the library’s event calendar and closes at the start of the program.
Address: 90 Horseneck Rd, Montville, NJ 07045
Phone: (973) 402-0900
When: Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Register: montville.librarycalendar.com
More Friendsgiving Ideas
Order the trays. If nobody wants to roast a turkey, Morris County’s markets make it easy. Kings in Morristown, Wegmans in Hanover, Uncle Giuseppe’s in Morris Plains and Black River Barn in Randolph all sell holiday catering, from turkey dinners to trays of stuffed shells and sides. Order a few days ahead for the weekend before Thanksgiving.
Run it off first. Lace up for a turkey trot with friends, including the Read Feed Run Turkey Trot in Morristown on Thanksgiving morning, then head to brunch together.
Pick a brewery crawl. Our guide to the best breweries in Morris County can help you plan a Friendsgiving weekend crawl.
Make it a restaurant night. For a sit down dinner, try one of the best Italian restaurants in Morris County, where family style platters suit a big table.
Tips for Planning a Friendsgiving
- Book early. The Saturday before Thanksgiving, November 21, is the most popular Friendsgiving night.
- Call ahead before bringing food anywhere and ask about outside food, delivery and group size limits.
- Assign dishes in a group chat so you do not end up with five pies and no stuffing.
- Bring a nonperishable item for a local food pantry. It is a great way to share the holiday spirit.
- Plan the ride home with a designated driver or a rideshare.
More in Morris County: Christmas parades, tree lighting ceremonies and holiday craft fairs in Morris County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I host a Friendsgiving in Morris County?
Glenbrook Brewery in Morristown and Fort Nonsense Brewing in Randolph both let guests bring in food, and Twin Elephant Brewing in Chatham takes reservations for groups. Call ahead for large parties.
Can you bring your own food to breweries in Morris County?
Yes, at several. Glenbrook Brewery welcomes outside food and delivery, and Fort Nonsense Brewing lets guests bring food into its taproom. Policies vary, so always check before you go.
Is there a kids Friendsgiving event in Morris County in 2026?
Yes. The Montville Township Public Library hosts a Friendsgiving Fun Food Storytime for young children on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Registration is required.
When should we have Friendsgiving in 2026?
Most groups gather the weekend before Thanksgiving, Friday, November 20 to Sunday, November 22, 2026. Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26.
Shop Morris County is the largest local guide for Morris County, NJ. For more seasonal plans, see our guides to Thanksgiving in Morris County, Christmas markets in NJ and things to do in Morris County this winter. Know a Friendsgiving spot we should add? Let us know.
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