Fun Things for Kids
Highlight playful, educational, and unforgettable experiences for children of all ages:
- Amusement Parks & Arcades: From boardwalk classics to indoor fun zones like The Funplex or Nickelodeon Universe.
- Interactive Museums: Think Liberty Science Center, Imagine That!!!, or the Edelman Fossil Park.
- Animal Encounters: Petting zoos, aquariums, butterfly gardens, and adopt-an-animal programs.
- Creative Workshops: Art studios, cooking classes, and maker spaces tailored for young minds.
- Seasonal Highlights: Pirate voyages, pumpkin patches, holiday train rides, and summer splash zones.
Indoor Activities
Perfect for rainy days, winter weekends, or beating the summer heat:
- Indoor Waterparks & Pools: DreamWorks Water Park, Big Kahuna’s, or hotel day-pass pools.
- Play Spaces & Trampoline Parks: CatchAir, Kids Empire, Launch, and ninja courses.
- Climbing & Adventure Zones: ClimbZone, Gravity Vault, and ropes courses.
- Museums & Planetariums: NJ State Museum, Newark Museum of Art, and Raritan Valley Planetarium.
- Entertainment Centers: Bowling alleys, laser tag, glow golf, and dine-in movie theaters.
Outdoor Activities
Celebrate the Garden State’s natural beauty and seasonal fun:
- Parks & Playgrounds: South Mountain Reservation’s Fairy Trail, Liberty State Park, and Cattus Island.
- Hiking & Nature Trails: Waterfall hikes, birding spots, and sensory trails.
- Beach & Boardwalk Fun: Jenkinson’s, Seaside Heights, and Cape May dolphin cruises.
- Farms & Gardens: Pick-your-own produce, sunflower mazes, and gardening workshops.
- Adventure Sports: Ziplining, horseback riding, kayaking, and skate parks.
Family Events
Bring the community together with seasonal and cultural celebrations:
- Street Fairs & Festivals: Dunellen Craft Show, Italian Fest, and Westfield FestiFall.
- Holiday Celebrations: Fourth of July fireworks, Halloween parades, and Christmas light tours.
- Farmers Markets & Food Fests: Local produce, food trucks, and live music.
- Educational Events: Historical reenactments, eco tours, and science pop-ups.
- Live Performances: Puppet shows, outdoor concerts, and community theater.