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EVENTS
Events
Calendar of Events
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2 events, The first signs of spring have arrived at Color Factory! Step into the season in our limited-time Colors In Bloom confetti installation. We’re celebrating New York’s unique beauty with larger-than-life… $29  Tickets are sold online only on our website (Opening mid March). Tickets will be $28 per person (Taxes included) Enjoy this prehistoric fun starting April 9th and goes extinct on… $28 | 2 events, Tickets are sold online only on our website (Opening mid March). Tickets will be $28 per person (Taxes included) Enjoy this prehistoric fun starting April 9th and goes extinct on… $28 | 3 events, Tickets are sold online only on our website (Opening mid March). Tickets will be $28 per person (Taxes included) Enjoy this prehistoric fun starting April 9th and goes extinct on… $28 –  Spring is calling! Step into the season with Garden Planting 101, a hands-on workshop designed for beginners and anyone looking to refresh their green thumb. Learn the essentials of starting… $25. | 4 events, Tickets are sold online only on our website (Opening mid March). Tickets will be $28 per person (Taxes included) Enjoy this prehistoric fun starting April 9th and goes extinct on… $28 –  Creature Comfort Pet Therapy invites the community to celebrate National Therapy Animal Day on April 30 from 4:30–6:30 PM on the lawn of the Vail Mansion in Morristown. Meet certified… Free | 7 events, Cue the fireworks! American Repertory Ballet’s 2025/26 season finale at NBPAC will shine bright with AMERICANA — a vibrant mixed-repertoire performance that celebrates the spirit of our country in honor… $42.00 – $122.00 Take a ride to Van Vleck House & Gardens this spring to bask in the blooming wisteria hanging over the courtyard behind historic Van Vleck House. Visit the Butterfly Garden,… Free The Atlantic Visiting Nurse (AVN) Rummage Sale returns this spring with thousands of gently used treasures at unbeatable prices. Shop clothing, jewelry, antiques, home décor, books, toys, furniture, and more… Free | 21 events,The NJ Reptile & Exotic Animal Show is back! A unique marketplace and up-close experience for enthusiasts and collectors, and a fun, family-friendly event where kids can discover incredible animals… $20 Take a ride to Van Vleck House & Gardens this spring to bask in the blooming wisteria hanging over the courtyard behind historic Van Vleck House. Visit the Butterfly Garden,… Free | 15 events,Sunday, May 3rd, 12pm – 4pm SUGGESTED DONATION: $5 – $20 TICKET PER CAR In Partnership with the NJ Dairy & Cheese Guild A celebration of fresh NJ dairy and… Free Tickets are sold online only on our website (Opening mid March). Tickets will be $28 per person (Taxes included) Enjoy this prehistoric fun starting April 9th and goes extinct on… $28 |
2 events, –  Step into the golden age of cinema at the Brook Arts Center when the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra presents Charlie Chaplin’s The Gold Rush on the big screen with live orchestral… $20 – $25 | 1 event, | 1 event, | 2 events, –  Don’t Shock Me: The Maddy Massabni Foundation will host its 6th Annual “Butterflies for Maddy” Fashion Show on Thursday, May 7, from 6:30–9:30 PM at The Raven and The Peach… $125 | 4 events, End your week with a simple, mindful art project paired with a cup of tea. 🌿🎨☕. Cup & Canvas weekly sessions are designed for anyone who needs an emotional and…  The County College of Morris will highlight NASA’s Artemis mission to the Moon in a full dome planetarium show Forward to the Moon starting Friday, April 10. The planetarium’s popular shows Cosmic Colors and Starlit Nights will also be running this spring. These… $10 | 13 events, Bring the family, grab a craft beer, and enjoy an afternoon filled with community connection, fun activities, and great entertainment — all while supporting a local organization that serves our… Free – Mother’s Day on the Farm at Alstede Farms | May 9–10, 2026 Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Farm to Table brunch experience in the scenic countryside. Join us for a… fee | 15 events, –  Celebrate Mother’s Day at Eggty 8 Café in Fort Lee with a cozy, family-friendly brunch experience. Enjoy our Mother’s Day prix fixe menu featuring brunch favorites, pretty drinks, sweet desserts,… $35 –  Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Event Experience | Family Events May 10th | 10a-3pm Celebrate Mom with a special Mother’s Day Brunch featuring a delicious buffet the whole family will enjoy.… |
2 events, The Salvation Army New Jersey Division is holding its first-ever “Running for the Most Good” Virtual 5K from May 11–17 in celebration of National Salvation Army Week. Participants can walk… $25 | 3 events, The Kiwanis Club of Livingston will host their 2026 Kiwanis Karnival from Tuesday, May 12th through Saturday, May 16th, 2026. This five-day carnival features exciting rides for all ages, festival… | 5 events, End your week with a simple, mindful art project paired with a cup of tea. 🌿🎨☕. Cup & Canvas weekly sessions are designed for anyone who needs an emotional and… –  Gather your most clever companions and step into a night where elegance meets intrigue. Our Bridgerton-inspired Trivia Night pairs refined rivalry with an upscale dinner buffet fit for high society.… $65 | 11 events, This is FREE EVENT Join us for an afternoon of Family Fun! Field Games, Bouncy House, Food for Purchase, Face Painting, Giant Jenga Tournament, Prizes, 50/50, music, and announcement of… FREE –  Learn about the history in your backyard from local, state, and national historical organizations. Visit Revolutionary War and Civil War camps, see historical weapons demonstrations, and meet Generals George Washington,… Free | 7 events, –  FREE ADMISSION for Spectators. Our Avg Event Attendance: 20,000 For More Info and applications, go to: http://StreetFairs.org or Email: info@StreetFairs.org Phone:(908) 654-1400 StreetFairs.org is New Jersey’s Largest Street Fair organizer… Free –  Blue Dog Brunch Event Experience | Family Events Sunday, May 17 • 11 AM–2 PM Join us at The Bistro on May 17th 11am-2pm to meet your favorite Blue Dog… | ||
1 event, If you’re a mom who’s tired of “trying harder” and ready for a different approach, this workshop is for you. In 60 minutes, Lynn Hazan (Jersey City-based nervous system coach… Free | 2 events, Kick off summer with a taste of Italy at Principe’s new Prosciutteria pop-up experience in Ramsey, NJ. Inspired by the laid-back spirit of Euro summer, the pop-up brings together freshly… Free –  Come and learn all about Jump! Immersion School’s newest campus opening this June in Metuchen (270 Woodbridge Avenue). As the fourth NJ-location yet, the Metuchen campus will serve up to… Free | 0 events, | 2 events, – When – 10am- 5pm Last entry 1 hour prior to closing time – Admission – $5 admission fee per person Children 1 and under FREE Tickets sold at the… $5 If you’re a mom who’s tired of “trying harder” and ready for a different approach, this workshop is for you. In 60 minutes, Lynn Hazan (Jersey City-based nervous system coach… Free | 3 events, – When – 10am- 5pm Last entry 1 hour prior to closing time – Admission – $5 admission fee per person Children 1 and under FREE Tickets sold at the… $5 End your week with a simple, mindful art project paired with a cup of tea. 🌿🎨☕. Cup & Canvas weekly sessions are designed for anyone who needs an emotional and… | 4 events, The largest Renaissance Faire in New Jersey is located off major highways, including the NJ Turnpike in Northern Burlington County, 75 minutes south of NYC, and 30 minutes north of…  All for One and One for All! The New Jersey Renaissance Faire celebrates its 17th magical season with an immersive family-friendly experience offering something for everyone! Cheer on jousting knights,… | 4 events, The largest Renaissance Faire in New Jersey is located off major highways, including the NJ Turnpike in Northern Burlington County, 75 minutes south of NYC, and 30 minutes north of… All for One and One for All! The New Jersey Renaissance Faire celebrates its 17th magical season with an immersive family-friendly experience offering something for everyone! Cheer on jousting knights,… |
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, – When – 10am- 5pm Last entry 1 hour prior to closing time – Admission – $5 admission fee per person Children 1 and under FREE Tickets sold at the… $5 | 1 event, – When – 10am- 5pm Last entry 1 hour prior to closing time – Admission – $5 admission fee per person Children 1 and under FREE Tickets sold at the… $5 | 5 events, Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the… $35 – $57 The St. Demetrios Greek Festival returns to the Perth Amboy waterfront May 29–31. Enjoy authentic Greek food, music, dancing, and a full weekend experience by the bay. Where: St. Demetrios… – When – 10am- 5pm Last entry 1 hour prior to closing time – Admission – $5 admission fee per person Children 1 and under FREE Tickets sold at the… $5 End your week with a simple, mindful art project paired with a cup of tea. 🌿🎨☕. Cup & Canvas weekly sessions are designed for anyone who needs an emotional and… | 13 events, –  Join us for the highly anticipated Paws&Feet 2026 – 5k Walk/Run and Community Fun Day, hosted by the Animal Welfare Association! This annual celebration is all about honoring the special… $20 – $40 –  Saturday, May 30 Miry Run Park, 66 Sharon Rd, Robbinsville COMMUNITY DAY 9 am – 12 pm A FREE family-friendly day of health, wellness, and fun! Music – Games -… Free | 9 events, –  Run or walk the 5k (or a shorter 1.3 mile route), and then at the finish line, kids and adults alike can tour the ambulances & equipment and learn about… – Runners, walkers, history buffs, and families will come together on May 31, 2026, for the Fort Lee 5K and Fun Walk. It’s the third leg of the 2026 RevolutionNJ Race… $20 – $35 |
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