Family Fun Calendar of Events in NJ

EcoSystems at Risk: Threatened and Endangered in NJ at New Jersey State Museum

The New Jersey State Museum is pleased to present a new exhibition, “Ecosystems at Risk: Threatened and Endangered in New Jersey,” from April 19,...

205 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08625-0530

Jan 11, 2026 to Mar 15, 2026, 9am-4:45pm

1776-1976: From Democracy to Disco Exhibition at the Orangetown Museum

Exhibition for all ages at the DePew House! Visit us on Tuesdays & Fridays 10am-2pm or Sundays 1-4pm to learn and celebrate local history! In 1976...

196 Chief Bill Harris Way, Orangeburg, NY, USA

Every Sunday and Saturday from Jan 11, 2026 to Jul 31, 2026, 1pm-4pm

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 Jan 11, 2026 to May 29, 2026, all day

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 Jan 11, 2026 to May 31, 2026, 10am-12pm

Cambridge School Information Sessions

Cambridge School Information Sessions Join us for visit and tour of Cambridge School and learn how the Cambridge School environment can provide for...

100 Straube Center Blvd Pennington NJ 08534

Jan 15, 2026, all day

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 Jan 11, 2026 to Feb 25, 2026, 10am-11:30am

Family Sundays: Feed the Animals at Tulpehaking Nature Center

It's lunchtime for our educational animals!  See what it takes to keep them healthy, clean and fed.  We might even enlist some willing hands to help....

157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Jan 11, 2026 and Feb 8, 2026, 1:30pm-2:30pm

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

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

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

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 Jan 11, 2026 to May 31, 2026, all day

Homeschool Month at LEGOLAND Discovery Center NJ

This January celebrate Homeschool Month with an unforgettable, hands-on LEGO® experience -designed especially for homeschool families. Whether your...

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center New Jersey, 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, New Jersey 07073, United States

Jan 11, 2026 to Jan 31, 2026, 10am-5pm

Rahway Soup Stroll

Beat the winter blues and warm up with delicious soups during the Rahway Soup Stroll! On Saturdays in January, bundle up and stroll through...

1576 Irving St, Rahway, NJ 07065

Jan 17, 2026 and Jan 24, 2026, all day

Read and Explore: Gingerbread Man at Terhune Orchards

330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ, USA

Jan 13, 2026 and Jan 17, 2026, 10am-11am

Princess Tea With Elsa at Historic Mathis House Victorian Tea Room

Bring your little princess to join the Winter Ice Queen for a special tea time at the Historic Mathis House Victorian Tea Room! Pose for photos,...

600 Main St Toms River

Jan 14, 2026. 6:30pm-7:30pm

Tired Souls: King and the Montgomery School Bus Boycott at SOPAC

Tired Souls opens in Montgomery, Alabama on December 1, 1955 – the day Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a city bus to a white man. Her...

South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC), SOPAC Way, South Orange Village, NJ, USA

Jan 15, 2026. 7pm-10pm

Wild Con at Wildwoods Convention Center

Come out and join us as we bring in 2026 with what is guaranteed to be a Wild time as we hold our first show for the 2026 year. WILD-CON will...

4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ, USA

Jan 17, 2026. 10am-4pm

Pier Village Ice Carving Competition

Watch skilled ice sculptors transform massive blocks of ice into stunning works of art during this FREE, family-friendly winter spectacle. The...

The blue wave long branch

Jan 17, 2026. 12pm-3pm

Totally Rad Vintage Fest

A high-energy celebration of retro style and nostalgia featuring vintage fashion, throwback games, and immersive experiences. Shop 80s, 90s, and Y2K...

meadowlands expo center

Jan 17, 2026 to Jan 18, 2026, 10am-5pm

Downtown Cranford Souperhero Stroll

A fun, family-friendly stroll through Downtown Cranford featuring life-size superhero balloon sculptures and delicious soup tastings from local...

downtown cranford

Jan 17, 2026 to Jan 18, 2026, 12am-12am

Pokemon Market

A must-attend event for Pokémon fans of all ages, featuring 350+ tables from top vendors across the tri-state area. Whether you’re a collector,...

Jan 17, 2026. 10am-5pm

Family Woodland Hike at NJ Botanical Garden

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

Jan 18, 2026, Feb 15, 2026 and Mar 15, 2026, 1pm-2:30pm

Apple Wassailing Brunch at Alstede Farms

Apple Wassailing Brunch | Chester, NJ Celebrate a cozy winter tradition at Alstede Farms in Chester, New Jersey with our Apple Wassailing Brunch,...

Alstede Farms, Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ, USA

Jan 18, 2026. 10am-1:30pm