What's Happening June 2025

The start of summer ushers in endless sunshine, blue skies, laughter, excitement and fun. Families and kids of all ages can visit many New Jersey area festivals, fairs, special events and activities. Check NJ Kids website for more ideas. Meanwhile, here is a look at what's coming up:

Mountain Creek Waterpark Opening Day

Season starts Friday, June 20, 2025. Get ready for a summer of fun at Mountain Creek’s Waterpark. Enjoy classic water rides, rapids, pool fun, slides, lazy river, and splash zones. Buy tickets online. 200 Route 94, Vernon, NJ. mountaincreek.com

Go the Distance for Autism

Sunday, June 1, 2025. Bike event & 5K fun run. Helping Children & Families with Autism. Ride, walk, or run Go the Distance for Autism. Held at Bergen Community College in Paramus, NJ.

Garwood Rocks

Sunday, June 1, 2025, 11AM-5PM. Fun community event showcasing cars, music, entertainment, shopping, crafts, and a KidsZone. Downtown Garwood at Center Street. Read more at gwaccnj.com

Hasbrouck Heights Street Fair

Sunday, June 1, 2025, 10AM-5PM. Fun for the whole family. Take part in a giant block party in Hasbrouck Heights. Live music, kids entertainment, kiddie rides, crafters, performers, food booths, vendors and more! Raymond St & Washington Place, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ.

The NJ Renaissance Faire

Saturday & Sunday, May 31 & June 1, June 7-8, 2025. Visit the most interactive Faire in all the lands. The NJ Renaissance Faire is a one of a kind experience with talented villagers dressed in period costumes. Sword fighters, dancers, musicians, comedians, jugglers, acrobats, magicians, fire breathers, sword swallowers and more! $ Admission. Burlington County Fairgrounds, 1990 Jacksonville Jobstown Rd, Columbus, NJ.

Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Jersey City

Friday - Sunday, June 6-8, 2025. Head over to Liberty State Park in New Jersey for a day of Pokemon adventure. Play Pokémon GO!, enjoy experiences, chase characters, meet fellow fans, buy merchandise from vendors, and more! Buy tickets online.

NJDEP Annual Hooked on Fishing - Not on Drugs Youth Fishing Challenge

Saturday & Sunday, June 7-8, 2025. FREE Fishing Days in New Jersey offers families the opportunity to freshwater fish without a license. All ages can fish free June 7th. Kids under 16 can fish free both days. For beginners, experts and everyone in between. Don’t miss this opportunity to "get hooked" on a great sport! Kids can join Hooked On Fishing - Not On Drugs Youth Fishing Challenge. Check website for county locations. 

Bayonne Hometown Fair

Saturday, June 7, 2025. One day only. The Bayonne Hometown Fair features food, games, rides, local vendors, and live musical entertainment! Broadway @ 21st-26th Streets in Bayonne, NJ.

Rose Day Festival at Colonial Parks Garden

Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11AM-5PM. FREE Admission, donations appreciated. Celebrate summer and check out the Rose Day Festival and garden tours. Stroll through Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden to view the roses. Kids activities, live music, entertainment, craft vendors, food and more! 156 Mettlers Rd, Somerset, NJ.

Westfield Street Fair & Craft Show

Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11AM-5PM. Downtown Westfield comes alive with artists, crafters, food vendors, children's activities, rides, entertainment, live music and more! 221 South Ave W. Westfield, NJ.

L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival - Garden State Plaza

Through Sunday June 8, 2025. Head to Bergen County Paramus NJ for carnival rides, games, kids activities and more! Buy tickets online. 

Montvale Street Fair

Sunday, June 8, 2025, 10AM-5PM. Giant Montvale Street Fair with 100+ vendors, arts & crafts, KidsZone, live music, and food trucks. 1 Paragon Dr., Montvale, NJ.

Tri-County Fair

Thursday - Sunday, June 12-15, 2024, Hours vary. FREE Admission. Parking $5. Morris County's Tri-County Fair has exciting carnival attractions, rides, Ferris Wheel, carnival games, pony rides, live music with local talent, street fair food, and spectacular fireworks on Fri June 13th. Dads can take pictures with the Batmobile on Sun June 15th Father’s Day. Classic car show, Monster Truck rides, and Anthony Salazar Illusionist. $ for rides. 140 Green Pond Rd, Rockaway, NJ.

Free Entrance Day National Parks

Thursday, June 19, 2025. FREE Admission to all National Parks run by the National Park Service. This day marks Juneteenth National Independence Day. 

Giralda Music & Arts Festival

Saturday, June 21, 2025, Gates open 3PM, Pre-Show performance starts 4pm, Concert begins 6pm. The Giralda Music & Arts Festival features a performance by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. Relax on the lush grounds of the Giralda Farms Corporate Park. $ ticket admission. FREE for kids under 4. Route 124 & Dodge Drive in Madison, NJ, morrisarts.org

Fair Lawn Street Fair & Craft Show

Sunday, June 22, 2025, 11AM-5PM. Check out downtown Fairlawn for a FREE traditional street fair filled with vendors, crafts, music, food, and family activities. Radburn Street in Fairlawn, NJ. 

Fanwood Fan Jam Street Fair

Sunday, June 22, 2025, 11AM-7PM. Stop by the Fanwood Fan Jam Street Fair. It's a fun filled day with Kids Zone with rides and inflatables, crafters, food vendors, entertainment, and more! LaGrande Park in Fanwood, NJ.

Caribbean Island Food & Family Fun Festival

Sunday, June 29, 2025, 12PM-7PM. Caribbean Island Fun - spend a fun filled day with kids activities, Caribbean food trucks, adventure zones with bounce houses, craft vendors, DJ Music, and more! Kids 10 & under FREE. All others, tickets available online. So come to the Teaneck Armory at 1799 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ for some tropical fun!

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