AA Meetings in New Jersey
New Jersey has over 1,000 free AA meetings every week, from Bergen County to Cape May. Whether you are in Newark, at the Shore, or anywhere in between, there is a meeting near you today.
🔒 Free & Confidential · All 21 Counties · Available 24/7
Free AA Meetings Across All of New Jersey
New Jersey has a large and active AA community. Four regional intergroups coordinate meetings across all 21 counties, from Hudson and Bergen in the north to Cape Atlantic in the south. Bergen County alone runs nearly 300 weekly meetings. No matter where you live in New Jersey, a meeting is within a short drive today.
Meetings run early morning through late evening, seven days a week. Some meet in churches, community centers, or hospitals. Others take place online. Many people find that starting with an online meeting first helps them feel ready to walk into an in-person group. Both paths are good ones.
- 4 regional intergroups covering Northern, Central, South, and Cape Atlantic NJ
- Bergen County alone runs nearly 300 meetings per week
- In-person and online options available every day of the week
- Beginners meetings available in Jersey City, Trenton, Newark, and most major cities
- No cost, ever no insurance needed, no paperwork, no sign-up
Four Regional Intergroups Serving All of NJ
Each intergroup coordinates meetings in their region and operates a local helpline. Our national helpline at 1-888-708-7060 connects to all four.
Northern New Jersey
NNJAA
Covers Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Morris, Sussex, Union, Warren counties
Local Helpline: (908) 687-8566
Find a MeetingCentral New Jersey
Central Jersey Intergroup
Covers Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, Hunterdon, and surrounding counties
Based in Trenton, NJ · (609) 656-8908
Find a MeetingSouth New Jersey
South Jersey Intergroup
Covers Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Salem, and Cumberland counties
Pennsauken, NJ · (856) 486-4446
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Cape Atlantic Intergroup
Serves 140+ groups from Waretown to Cape May Point, including Atlantic City
Northfield, NJ · (609) 641-8855
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Call 1-888-708-7060 and tell us what part of New Jersey you are in. We will find the nearest AA meeting to your location, whether that is Newark, the Shore, or anywhere in between.
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Choose What Works for You
Some people prefer to start with an online meeting from home. Others want something walkable in their neighborhood. There are beginners meetings, open discussion meetings, speaker meetings, and more. We can help you pick one that feels right.
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You do not need to say anything or know anyone. Most people who attend their first meeting say the hardest part was getting there. Walking through the door is the whole job for your first visit.
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A Real Person Will Answer When You Call
You can call at any hour. There are no scripts and no hold times. A real person will answer, find the meeting nearest to you in New Jersey, and give you as much time as you need.
- Meetings found in your specific NJ town or neighborhood
- Online options available statewide if you prefer to start at home
- No judgment, no pressure, no sales pitch
- Completely free and confidential, every time
Available 24/7 · Serving All 21 NJ Counties · Free
"I drove past that church in Hackensack a hundred times. I finally walked in on a Wednesday night. I have been going back every week for five years."
Shelly T.
5 years sober · Hackensack, NJ
Questions About AA Meetings in New Jersey
How many AA meetings are there in New Jersey?
New Jersey has over 1,000 weekly meetings coordinated across four regional intergroups. Bergen County alone runs nearly 300 meetings per week. The rest of the state adds hundreds more across 21 counties, covering areas from the Hudson Valley border down to Cape May at the southern tip.
Which intergroup covers my part of New Jersey?
Northern NJ (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Morris, Sussex, Union, Warren) is served by the Northern NJ AA Intergroup. Central NJ (Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset) is covered by Central Jersey Intergroup. South Jersey (Camden, Burlington, Gloucester) is handled by the South Jersey Intergroup. Atlantic and Cape May counties fall under the Cape Atlantic Intergroup. Call 1-888-708-7060 and we will connect you to the right one.
Are there AA meetings in Atlantic City?
Yes. Atlantic City is covered by the Cape Atlantic Intergroup, which coordinates over 140 groups from Waretown to Cape May Point. Meetings run daily in Atlantic City and the surrounding towns. Call 1-888-708-7060 for current times and locations near the Boardwalk area.
Are there online AA meetings available for New Jersey residents?
Yes. All four New Jersey intergroups list online meeting options. Several online-only groups serve NJ residents specifically. If you are not ready to attend in person or your schedule makes it difficult, an online meeting is a good place to start.
Are there beginners AA meetings in New Jersey?
Yes. Beginners meetings run regularly in Newark, Jersey City, Trenton, Cherry Hill, and most larger cities across the state. They are designed for people who are new to AA and have no prior experience with the program. You do not need to prepare anything or know anyone before going.
What if I live in a rural part of New Jersey?
Rural areas in Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren, and Salem counties have fewer in-person meetings, but online meetings are available to anyone in the state regardless of location. Call 1-888-708-7060 and we will find the best option for where you are.
Is there help available in New Jersey tonight?
Yes. Our helpline at 1-888-708-7060 is staffed around the clock. If tonight is a hard night, calling is enough. Someone will answer, listen, and help you find support anywhere in the state.
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