New Jersey is a great place to take in some FREE or low-cost family activities.
We love sharing with families fun things to do in NJ especially when it comes to events in New Jersey. If you are looking for things to do in New Jersey today or in the days ahead, just take a look at our Calendar of New Jersey events.
Click on any New Jersey event listing below for more information on local events that we think your family will enjoy. Our New Jersey Calendar of Events also includes things to do this weekend by including weekend events in New Jersey.
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Museums and Attractions with Free Admission Today
Help for parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for where they can take kids for free today.
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Nature Story Time at Tenafly Nature Center
Families with children ages 3-7 will enjoy a nature-themed story and a visit from one of Tenafly Nature Center’s Animal Ambassadors. Learn about the animal and how they came to Tenafly Nature Center. A new story and animal are featured each month. Animals may include snakes, frogs, turtles, owls or a hawk. Meet on the...
Find out more »Michael’s Kids Club
Check your local Michaels store for participation $2 ages 3 -5, $5 ages 6 and up PER PROJECT, SUPPLIES INCLUDED. Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project. Sign up in store or just drop in. Parent or guardian must remain on premises. 10 AM - 12 PM Jan 18: Snowman Frame Feb 1:...
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Animal Story Time at Tenafly Nature Center
During the dark winter months our animals get lonely. Help the animals get through the winter by warming their day by reading them a story! Come to the visitor center any time from 11:00 – 1:00 to spend some time with some of our animal ambassadors while building confidence in reading ability. Program is for...
Find out more »Toddler Play Group at Bogota Library
Toddlers, Toys, and Fun! Give your young child the opportunity to interact with peers while socializing with other parents. It’s fun for everyone! No registration required.
Find out more »Lunar New Year Celebration at Fort Lee Library
Saturday, Jan. 18, 11am-2pm Join us for our best event yet at a bigger location at the Jack Alter Fort Lee Community Center (1355 Inwood Terrace)! All ages will celebrate the Year of the Rat with lion dancers, performances, games, crafts, food, a prize wheel and 50/50 raffle sponsored by Fort Lee Friends of the...
Find out more »Lakeshore Learning Stores FREE Crafts for Kids
Come drop in on Saturdays for Lakeshore Learning Stores FREE crafts. One of our favorite educational stores is Lakeshore Learning. The crafts are for children 3 and up but younger kids can easily join in the fun. The crafts have something to do with current events or the season. No registration required. Lakeshore Learning Stores...
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Medieval Times New Jersey DISCOUNT TICKETS
Get the lowest price on tickets to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournaments in New Jersey. It's a family-friendly themed dinner and show with medieval knights, horses and a queen in North Jersey.
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