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.
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Free Water Ice at Rita’s
Free italian ice all day! For New Jersey locations please visit their website.
Find out more »9:30 am
Story Time at Belmar Library
Join us for a weekly story time on Wednesdays from 9:30 - 10:30.
Find out more »10:00 am
Dairy Queen Free Cone Day
#FreeConeDay is coming to Dairy Queen on Wednesday, March 20th. Get your first taste of summer on the first day of spring with one free small vanilla cone* and help support children and families fighting devastating illness and injury. During #FreeConeDay, participating DQ stores will accept donations to local Children’s Miracle Network® hospital, Children's Specialized...
Find out more »3:30 pm
Lego Club at Bradley Beach Library
Come play on our amazing Lego table every Wednesday!
Find out more »4:15 pm
Schoolage Story Time – Howell
Contact: 732-938-2300 Grades K and Up. Snacks served. Please let the Librarian know if your child has food allergies. February 13 - Valentine's Day - Craft Fun and engaging Valentines for your loved ones beautiful and memorable February 20 - President's Day - Craft Cute and fun;easy and educational Abe Lincoln and George Washington March...
Find out more »St. Patrick’s Day Story Time & Craft at Howell Library
March 20 - The Night Before St. Patrick's Day - Craft . Paint a Shamrock
Find out more »5:00 pm
Junior Baykeeper Kids Open House – Matawan
Get your "Junior Baykeeper" on and join our team for some hands-on learning and fun! Get your hands wet inside our cool touch tanks, paint some awesome seashells, play the "Web of Life," "Go Fishing" and other exciting games! Light refreshments served. RSVP recommended! For more info and to sign up for this free event,...
Find out more »5:30 pm
Spring Equinox Walk – Sandy Hook
Called the equinox because it’s one of two days in the year when daylight and darkness agree to equally share the 24 hours in a day. Truth or myth - you can balance a raw egg on its end. Not sure, but it’s a great day for an early evening walk on the Hook. Meet...
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