Family Fun Calendar of Events in NJ

Wednesday Wonder Walk at Roebling Park

Enjoy an easy walk with our group each Wednesday to explore the beautiful trails of Roebling Park. The walk is social and interactive, and we always...

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Every Wednesday from Dec 14, 2025 to Feb 25, 2026, 10am-11:30am

Tully's Tales at Tulpehaking Nature Center

Bring your little ones to our nature-themed story & play time, Tully’s Tales! We’ll read nature stories and participate in a fun craft or game, all...

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Dec 19, 2025, Jan 16, 2026 and Feb 20, 2026, 10:30am-11:30am

Family Sundays: STEM Games at Tulpehaking Nature Center

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Dec 21, 2025, Jan 18, 2026 and Feb 15, 2026, 1:30pm-2:30pm

Holiday Light Show

Watch in wonderment as over 100 Christmas trees magically float on our very own Lake Meone and light up to the music around you.  It is an...

615 East Moss Mill Road, Galloway, NJ, USA

Dec 14, 2025 to Jan 6, 2026, 5:30pm-8:30pm

Bon Fire & S'mores, Christmas train ride

Christmas Train Ride.. 10am-8pm The Christmas Train will take you on a ride to see the whimsical decorated Village S’mores Bonfire.. 4:30-8 every...

615 East Moss Mill Road, Galloway, NJ, USA

Every Sunday, Friday and Saturday from Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 21, 2025, 5:30am-8pm

Holiday Light Show

https://www.historicsmithville.com/smithville-events-2/november-event/light-show-lake/                 Thanksgiving (Nov 27-Jan 6)           Holiday...

615 East Moss Mill Road, Galloway, NJ, USA

Dec 14, 2025 to Jan 6, 2026, 5:30pm-8:30pm

Santawork Shop at Bass Shop Atlantic City-Free

Make holiday shopping extra festive with a visit from Santa! Pose for a free photo in-store and enjoy goodies for the kids. Weekday visits often...

bass pro shop atlantic city

Every Sunday from Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 24, 2025, all day

Friday Field Trips at Island Water Park AC

Make a splash with field trip fridays at Island Waterpark!  If you have a group of 10 or more, take advantage of exclusive perk like discounted...

showboat atlantic city

Every Friday from Dec 14, 2025 to May 29, 2026, all day

Field Trip Fridays at Island Waterpark at Showboat Hotel in Atlantic City

Make a splash with Field Trip Fridays at Island Waterpark!  Groups of 10 or more can take advantage of exclusive perks like:  discounted admission,...

801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Every Friday from Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 19, 2025, all day

Winery with Music, Firepits, and Mulled Wine - November through March

Weekends at Terhune Orchards Winery are all about good vibes, great wine, and plenty of fun. Friends and families can gather to enjoy music, food,...

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

Every Sunday and Saturday from Dec 14, 2025 to Jan 1, 2026, 12pm-5pm

Holiday Children's Workshops

Terhune Orchards is spreading holiday cheer with its special children’s holiday programs! Each session includes reading a festive story, a hands-on...

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

Every Saturday from Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 20, 2025, 10am-11am

New Jersey Symphony: Handel's Messiah

Richardson Auditorium, Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ, USA

Dec 19, 2025. 7:30pm-9:30pm

New Jersey Symphony: Handel's Messiah

Anthony Parnther conductor Caitlin Gotimer soprano Maria Dominique Lopez mezzo-soprano Orson Van Gay II tenor Shyheim Selvan Hinnant bass-baritone...

Richardson Auditorium, Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ, USA

Dec 20, 2025. 7:30pm-9:30pm

Princeton University Art Museum-Free Days

As a public, academically-based institution, the museum educates, challenges, and inspires both Princeton students and visitors from near and far...

princeton university art museum

Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 31, 2025, all day

Westminster Community Orchestra presents “Holiday Favorites and Sing-along” at the Cullen Center

Celebrate the holiday season with Dr. Ruth Ochs and the Westminster Community Orchestra at their free family holiday concert on Wednesday, December...

101 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, USA

Dec 17, 2025. 7:30pm-8:30pm

Lighting Up Nature Drive-Thru

Enjoy an evening drive through the Discovery Play Trail at Jakes Branch County Park, decorated with festive holiday lights.

jakes county park

Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 15, 2025, 12am-12am

Santa Express at Black River & Western Railroad

80 Stangl Road, Flemington, NJ, USA

Every Sunday and Saturday from Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 28, 2025, all day

The Village at Anne Ellen, at Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm

The Village at Anne Ellen 📍 114 Daum Road, Manalapan, NJ 07726 Step into the holiday season at The Village at Anne Ellen, a one-of-a-kind outdoor...

114 Daum Road, Manalapan Township, NJ, USA

Dec 14, 2025 to Dec 30, 2025, 5pm-9pm

Santa's Workshop at Casino Pier Arcade

Step into Santa’s Workshop at Casino Pier Arcade!  Sunday, December 21st 1pm-3pm   Join Buddy, Jovi & Santa to decorate your own gingerbread house,...

800 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights, NJ, USA

Dec 21, 2025. 1pm-3pm

The Nutcracker at State Theatre New Jersey

Celebrate American Repertory Ballet's annual Nutcracker tradition with your family! The only ARB performances featuring a live orchestra and choir! ...

State Theatre New Jersey, Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, USA

Dec 19, 2025 to Dec 21, 2025, 7pm-5pm

American Repertory Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER at State Theatre

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

15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Dec 18, 2025. 7:30pm-9:30pm

American Repertory Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER at State Theatre

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

15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Dec 19, 2025. 7:30pm-9:30pm

American Repertory Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER at State Theatre

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

15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Dec 20, 2025. 2pm-4pm

American Repertory Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER at State Theatre

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

15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Dec 21, 2025. 1pm-3pm