Family Fun Calendar of Events in NJ

Play&Swim - Mom's Group at Five Star Swim School - Eatontown NJ

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly morning filled with swimming, play, and bonding. Our heated indoor pool and padded play area make it the perfect...

Five Star Swim School Eatontown, Corbett Way, Eatontown, NJ, USA

Every Thursday from May 3, 2026 to May 31, 2026, 10am-12pm

Wednesday Wonder Walk at Roebling Park, Watson House Parking Lot

Enjoy an easy walk with our group each Wednesday to explore the beautiful trails of Roebling Park. See or hear something that sparks wonder in you?...

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Every Wednesday from May 3, 2026 to Nov 25, 2026, 10am-11:30am

Color Factory: Colors in Bloom

The first signs of spring have arrived at Color Factory! Step into the season in our limited-time Colors In Bloom confetti installation. We’re...

251 Spring St, New York, NY 10013, USA

May 3, 2026 to May 15, 2026, all day

YMCA Camp Mason Open House

Come and see all that YMCA Camp Mason has to offer!  Open Houses are from 1-4 and no RSVP is necessary.  We look forward to seeing you! For 125...

23 Birch Ridge Road, Hardwick Township, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026, 1pm-4pm

2026 Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour coming to New Jersey at SEA LIFE Aquarium!

Nintendo is bringing an aquarium experience inspired by theAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsgame to New Jersey at SEA LIFE Aquarium this month! From...

SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium, American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ, USA

May 3, 2026 to Jun 21, 2026, all day

Family Sundays: Feed the Animals at Tulpehaking Nature Center

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

May 10, 2026, 1:30pm-2:30pm

Nature Days Enrichment Programs at Fairview Farm

At Nature Days, our experienced educators guide children through a fun outdoor session, rain or shine, that encourages learning, empathy, connection,...

2121 Larger Cross Road, Far Hills, NJ, USA

Every Wednesday from May 3, 2026 to Jun 10, 2026, 3pm-5pm

Fairview Farm Wildlife Preserve

RHA educators help children develop the creativity and critical thinking needed to build long-lasting connections with nature. This spring, the...

2121 Larger Cross Road, Far Hills, NJ, USA

May 3, 2026 to Jun 11, 2026, 3pm-5pm

Read & Pick: Vegetables at Terhune Orchards

Read & Pick is an innovative program that combines hands-on farm activity with your young child followed by an education program with stories...

Terhune Orchards, Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ, USA

May 5, 2026. 9:30am-12pm

Car Cruises

615 East Moss Mill Road, Galloway, NJ, USA

May 8, 2026, May 22, 2026, Jun 12, 2026 and Jun 26, 2026, 5pm-8pm

Meredith Wilson's The Music Man at State Theatre New Jersey

There's trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony®...

15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, USA

May 8, 2026. 8pm-10pm

Visit the Simpson Observatory with Mom

A family-friendly evening for aspiring young astronomers, this free event begins with a star talk in the planetarium at the NJ State Museum, followed...

Simpson Observatory Trenton

May 8, 2026. 7:15pm-8:15pm

Mother's Day Celebration in Jersey City

Mother’s Day Celebration — Jersey City Celebrate Mother’s Day with an afternoon of family fun at Hamilton Park hosted by JCFamilies. This special...

hamilton park jersey city

May 8, 2026. 4pm-7pm

Sea Con in at the Rec Center

Sea Con is a celebration of comic books, trading cards, toys and crafts. Meet artists, writers and costume groups. Fun for the whole family.

Donovan's Reef, Ocean Avenue, Sea Bright, NJ 07760, USA

May 9, 2026. 10am-4pm

Mutts Gone Nuts at NJPAC

You’ll be wowed by a dozen of the world’s most talented four-legged performers in Mutts Gone Nuts, the uproariously funny dog spectacular. The...

1 Center Street Newark, NJ 07102

May 9, 2026. 3pm-5pm

Meredith Wilson's The Music Man at STNJ

There's trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony®...

15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026. 2pm-4pm

Meredith Wilson's The Music Man at State Theatre New Jersey

15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026. 8pm-10pm

Eyes on Eagles at Mercer County Park West Picnic Area

Curious about bald eagles?  Come to the Interpretive Sign along Mercer Lake to learn all about our national bird from a park naturalist.  The sign is...

1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor Township, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026. 10am-12pm

Asbury Park Spring Bazaar 2026

Celebrate spring in style at the Asbury Park Spring Bazaar, taking place inside the iconic Grand Arcade of Convention Hall. This vibrant indoor...

Asbury Park Convention Hall, Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026. 12pm-5pm

Visibility Table - Learn about Champ Camp

We are excited to promote our amazing Outdoor Camp located at Ramapo College in Mawah NJ! Come to learn more about our program and enroll on the spot!

335 Franklin Turnpike, Ridgewood, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026. 10am-4pm

Celebrate Birds @ Brandywine Zoo

1001 North Park Drive, Wilmington, Delaware 19802, United States

May 9, 2026. 9am-11:30am

Wildwoods Spring Fling Festival

Celebrate the arrival of spring at the lively Wildwoods Spring Fling Festival in downtown Wildwood! Hosted at Byrne Plaza, this free, family-friendly...

Bryne plaza wildwood

May 9, 2026. 11am-7pm

Mother’s Day Planting Make n’ Take at Terhune Orchards

In this Mother’s Day program, our youngest gardeners will have hands-on fun making their very own planted gift. Kids can plant and decorate a flower...

330 Cold Soil Rd, Princeton, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026. 10am-12pm

Mother’s Day on the Farm at Alstede Farms | May 9–10, 2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Farm to Table brunch experience in the scenic countryside. Join us for a relaxing weekend filled with fresh food,...

Alstede Farms, 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ, USA

May 9, 2026 to May 10, 2026, 10am-12am