Things to do this Summer
It's July and summer is in full swing. There are plenty of kid friendly activities in NJ. Visit a local street fair, chow down on bbq food, or check out music festivals. See NJ Kids calendar for more events.
Storybook Land in July
Unlimited rides to all attractions with one admission price at Storybook Land. Located in Egg Harbor Township NJ, it’s a great amusement park for young children and fun for the whole family. Buy discounted tickets online. Regular price at door.
• Saturday & Sunday, July 19-20, 2025: Celebrate Christmas in July, visit Mr. & Mrs. Claus with a meet & greet and take a photo
• Sunday, July 26, 2025: Mother Goose Muster Fire Truck and Emergency Vehicle Show
Turtle Back Zoo Family Fun Movie Nights
July movies on Wednesdays, 6PM in the picnic area. Zoo Admission $12 per person.
• July 16, 2025 - Paddington in Peru
• July 23, 2025 - Mufasa
• July 30, 2025 - Penguins of Madagascar
Wildwood Boardwalk Friday Night Fireworks
All summer long through August 29th, a FREE fireworks show will be shown every Friday night at 10PM. View fireworks anywhere along the Wildwoods Boardwalk.
Wildwood Crest Summer Music & Food Truck Festival
Wednesdays through August, 4PM-9PM. A family friendly event with FREE live music with Gourmet food trucks and vendors. Centennial Park at Fern Road and Ocean Avenue in Wildwood Crest NJ.
Freehold Township Day
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 4PM-11PM. A celebration of Veterans, the Freehold Township Day features a Concert & Festival in The Park. FREE kids rides and activities. Teen center with a DJ. Car Show starts at 3PM. Musical performance by Screaming Broccoli and The Phil Engel Band. Fireworks at 9:15PM. Michael J. Tighe Park in Freehold NJ.
Ocean County Fair
Wednesday-Sunday, July 9-13, 2025. The Ocean County Fair will have carnival rides, food and vendors. Horse show events, 4-H tent, fun games and activities. Listen to live musical acts each night. Fair Grounds Entry fee. Parking is FREE. Robert J Miller Air Park in Berkeley Township NJ.
The Anglesea Blues Festival
Friday-Sunday, July 11-13, 2025. The New Jersey State Barbecue Championship will be held in North Wildwood. Watch teams turn up the heat on the grill and cook mouthwatering BBQ foods - chicken, ribs, brisket, pork and more! Experience the best BBQ food around, demos, displays, and taste BBQ food. Also featuring top Blues performers. Listen to great blues music for FREE in an outdoor stage.
Summer In The Street Tom’s River
Saturday, July 19, 2025, 2PM-8PM. FREE Family Fun Day in Tom’s River. Kids Zone with kids games, prizes, rides, balloons, inflatables and more! Live musical entertainment. Food vendors and crafters. Downtown, Washington Street, Tom’s River NJ.
Monmouth County Fair
Wednesday-Sunday, July 23-37, 2025. Something for the whole family at the Monmouth County Fair with rides, racing pigs, Mutts gone Nuts show, Bwana Jim Wildlife Show, animals, musical acts, food, and more! Home & garden competition for children and adults. $ Admission. Children 12 & under enter FREE. East Freehold Showgrounds on Kozloski Rd in Freehold NJ.
Gloucester County Fair 4-H Fair
Thursday-Sunday, July 24–27, 2025. South Jersey’s premier 4-H fair. Enjoy equestrian events, horse shows, dog shows, sheep shows, livestock, agricultural exhibits, games, magic shows, musical acts, tractor parades, crafts, and food. 4-H Fairgrounds in Mullica Hill NJ.
Morris County 4-H Fair
Friday-Sunday, July 25-27, 2025. Change the World with 4-H. Wholesome family fun with displays of 4-H achievements. Kids hands-on activities, music, face painting, science demos, animals and more! High View Farms in Mount Olive NJ. morris4h.org
Wildwood Crest Christmas in July
Saturday July 26, 2025, 6PM. Celebrate Christmas along Sunset Lake with a July Festival and Boat Parade. Take a FREE photo with Santa. There will be children and family activities, along with food and entertainment.
Warren County Farmers’ Fair Featuring The Hot Air Balloon Festival
One week, July 26 - August 2, 2025. The Warren County Farmer's Fair is a fun family fair with 4-H displays, animals shows, Equestrian events, farm exhibits, carnival rides, free concerts, Arts Expo and Kids Corral area with crafts and kids activities. Come see Demolition Derbies, Tractor Pulls, Big Wheel Race and more! Watch hot air balloons launch or ride in a hot air balloon. $ Admission. FREE for kids 5 & under. Fairgrounds at 1350 Strykers Rd, Phillipsburg NJ.
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Visit NJ Kids for more things to do.
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