Family Fun Calendar of Events in NJ

Jersey Nutcracker

Nimbus’ Jersey Nutcracker delights audiences young and old with a quirky and lovable story of two Jersey kids and their city adventure, filled with...

Wilkins Theatre, Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, USA

Dec 6, 2025. 1pm-2:30pm

American Repertory Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER at Two River Theater

A tradition for sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER is one of the longest continuously running productions in the nation and a...

21 Bridge Avenue Red Bank, NJ 07701

Dec 6, 2025. 1pm-3pm

Railroad Days

Black Diamond Society of Model Engineers, 902 East Macada Road, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18017, United States

Dec 6, 2025 to Dec 7, 2025, 1pm-4pm

Spring Academy Westfield Toddler and Infant Program Open House

Join us for a cozy morning at our brand-new Infant & Toddler classroom! Families will have the opportunity to: 👶 Tour our thoughtfully designed...

115 E. Grove Street, Westfield NJ 07090

Dec 6, 2025. 10pm-12am

Hometown Holiday at Spiotta Park

Join South Orange Downtown for their Hometown Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 6, from 2–6 PM, and enjoy an afternoon of festive fun in...

Spiotta Park, Village Plaza, South Orange Village, NJ, USA

Dec 6, 2025. 2pm-6pm

Free Kids Event: Holiday Gift-Making Featuring OOLY® (Hackensack)

Overview Craft unique gifts, enjoy hands-on activities & more! Ages 3+. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Holiday Gift-Making...

449 essex st hackensack

Dec 6, 2025. 11am-3pm

Toms River Winter Wonderland at Toms River Library-Free

Toms River kicks off the holiday season with a festive weekend full of fun! The celebration begins with a tree lighting, followed by a visit from...

toms river library

Dec 6, 2025. all day

Free Tree Lighting & Holiday Fun at TD Bank Mt. Laurel

Celebrate the holiday season at TD Bank’s 36th annual Tree Lighting and Winter Festival! Enjoy free photos with Santa, holiday crafts, festive...

td bank mt laurel

Dec 6, 2025. 4pm-8pm

Family Holiday Pinecone Craft at Tulpehaking Nature Center

Tis the season for candy canes and winter decorating! We'll show you how to create a charming tabletop decoration using a pinecone and some paint....

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Dec 6, 2025. 2pm-3:30pm

First Saturday Wellness Walk at the D&R Towpath

Join us as we enjoy nature's winter beauty while learning about the history and ecology of the towpath. Park on either side of the Route 295 Scenic...

Interstate 295 Scenic Overlook, Just N of MM 57, Bordentown, NJ, USA

Dec 6, 2025. 10am-12pm

Hammonton Tree Lighting-Free

Kick off the holiday season in Downtown Hammonton with festive family fun. Explore the Elf Village with live performances and activities, watch Santa...

downtown hammonton nj

Dec 6, 2025. 6pm-9pm

New Jersey Symphony: Elf in Concert

Conner Gray Covington conductor New Jersey Symphony Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among...

Count Basie Center for the Arts, Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ, USA

Dec 7, 2025. 2pm-4pm

A Dream is a Wish Princess Holiday Concert at Casino Pier Arcade

✨👑 Princess Holiday Concert at the Arcade 🎶❄️ Join us for a magical afternoon as four of your favorite princesses take the stage, singing beloved...

800 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights, NJ, USA

Dec 7, 2025. 12pm-1:30pm

American Repertory Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER at Two River Theater

A tradition for sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER is one of the longest continuously running productions in the nation and a...

21 Bridge Avenue Red Bank, NJ 07701

Dec 7, 2025. 1pm-3pm

Dutch Christmas Tea at Historic New Bridge Landing

Start off the holiday season with the Bergen County Historical Society with a Dutch Christmas Tea on Sunday, December 7th 1 pm- 4 pm at Historic New...

Historic New Bridge Landing, Main Street, River Edge, NJ, USA

Dec 7, 2025. 1pm-4pm

Jingle All the Way 3K

Jingle All the Way 3K brings people with and without disabilities together to kick off the holiday season! Hundreds of sprinters, joggers and...

1 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Way, Lawrence Township, NJ, USA

Dec 7, 2025. 11:30am-2pm

Family Sundays: Valentines for Nature at Tulpehaking Nature Center

Show your love for nature this season by creating heartfelt, eco-friendly crafts that help the environment and wildlife thrive!

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Dec 7, 2025, Jan 4, 2026 and Feb 1, 2026, 1:30pm-2:30pm