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 16, 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 16, 2026 to Nov 25, 2026, 10am-11:30am

Annual Plant Sale

Now through April 6, Morven Museum & Garden hosts their annual online plant sale, an affordable selection of flowers, vegetables, herbs, trees,...

55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, USA

May 18, 2026, 10am-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 16, 2026 to Jun 21, 2026, all day

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 16, 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 16, 2026 to Jun 11, 2026, 3pm-5pm

Family Sundays: Nature Art at Tulpehaking Nature Center

Let's see what we can create with nature! We'll use natural materials to create unique, eco-friendly art projects for you to take home and enjoy....

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

May 17, 2026, 1:30pm-2:30pm

Car Cruises

615 East Moss Mill Road, Galloway, NJ, USA

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

Ocean Fun Days (23rd Annual) at Sandy Hook

Join the New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium and New Jersey Natural Gas for the 23rd annual Ocean Fun Days! FREE admission, FREE activities, and FREE...

sandy hook

May 16, 2026 to May 17, 2026, all day

Maplewood Street Fair & Craft Show

FREE ADMISSION for Spectators.  Our Avg Event Attendance: 20,000  For More Info and applications, go to: http://StreetFairs.org  or Email:...

Springfield Ave & Rutgers Street, Maplewood, NJ, USA

May 17, 2026. 11am-5pm

Open House at Liberty Lake Day Camp

Liberty Lake Day Camp is a transformative outdoor experience that builds character and community. Campers leave their screens at home to expand their...

1195 Florence Columbus Rd, Bordentown, NJ 08505

May 17, 2026. 11am-3am

JC's Annual Kenilworth Street Fair & Classic Car Show

Hosted by the Borough of Kenilworth, the Boulevard will be closed to vehicle traffic from 14th St. to 23rd St. and transformed into a giant block...

567 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ 07033

May 17, 2026. 10am-4pm

Neighbors Day at Spring Lake in Roebling Park

500 Sewell Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

May 17, 2026. 11am-2pm

Merit Badge Workshop: Nature at Tulpehaking Nature Center

Join our Naturalist for a workshop on different Merit Badges. Scouts can expect to cover most requirements to earn the badge through hands-on...

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

May 17, 2026. 1pm-4pm

Pinkster Spring Festival at Historic New Bridge Landing

Join the Bergen County Historical Society as they celebrate Pinkster, a Jersey Dutch Celebration of Spring on Sunday, May 17th 1 pm- 4:30 pm at...

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

May 17, 2026. 1pm-4:30pm

Gazebo Park Summer Concert Kick off

Join us for the first concert of the season! Free to attend—bring a blanket or chair and enjoy a relaxing evening of live music in the park. Details:...

Gazebo Park Maple shade

May 19, 2026. 6:30pm-8:30pm

Read & Pick: Farm Animals 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...

330 Cold Soil Rd, Princeton, NJ, USA

May 19, 2026. 9:30am-12pm

Hello Summer Free Concert – Cape May Beach 

Kick off summer at this free outdoor concert by the beach in Cape May! Enjoy live music in a relaxed coastal setting as the sun sets and the evening...

cape may beach

May 21, 2026. 8pm-10pm

Adventurefest

615 East Moss Mill Road, Galloway, NJ, USA

May 23, 2026. 1pm-5pm

Double Vision: The Foreigner Experience

Boasting some of New York City’s top professional rock musicians, Double Vision delivers the highest level of integrity and technical prowess,...

715 Grand Ave

May 23, 2026. 8pm-10pm

Pop-Up Nature Center at Mercer County Park Marina

Visit our Pop-up Nature Center table on the back patio of the marina to learn about a variety of nature topics. Free for all ages, no registration...

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

May 23, 2026. 2pm-4pm

Captain Kidd's Pirate Day at Kalmar Nyckel Foundation

Come aboard! The 6th annual Captain Kidd's Pirate Day returns with Tall Ship tours, pirate songs and stories, cannon and blacksmith demonstrations,...

Kalmar Nyckel Foundation, 1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington, Delaware, 19801, United States

May 23, 2026. 12pm-4pm

Red, White & Blue-tiful Family Swim

Celebrate with us on Saturday, 5/23 from 1–3:30 PM for an afternoon packed with patriotic fun, family swimming, tasty snacks, and a VERY special...

Goldfish Swim School - Princeton, Nassau Park Boulevard, Princeton, NJ, USA

May 23, 2026. 1pm-3:30pm

Spring Wildflower Walk at NJ Botanical Garden

New Jersey Botanical Garden, Morris Road, Ringwood, NJ, USA

May 23, 2026. 10am-11:30am