School’s just about out, and we’re gearing up for summer fun with a bunch of kid-friendly things to do this weekend. Grab the family and enjoy a day of carnival rides, fireworks, a magic show, petting zoo, and more at the North Brunswick Youth Sports Festival in Milltown, celebrate the 250th birthday of America with food trucks, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and a gorgeous fireworks display at Clayton Day 2026 in Clayton, or indulge in everything strawberry with live music at the Berry Fest in Chester. And for more family-friendly fun, find one of the free things to do near you. (featured photo: North Brunswick Youth Sports Festival)
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Voices International Festival For Kids
June 14
The Voices Festival is more than a series of performances—it’s an opportunity for kids and families of different backgrounds to come together, share stories, and celebrate the creativity that connects communities across borders. Through the arts, the festival fosters understanding, dialogue, and meaningful cultural exchange. During June, there will be over 40 festival events showcasing international artists, diverse traditions, and inspiring stories from across the globe. On Sunday, June 14, enjoy a day filled with performances specifically for kids, including Punschi, Oma, and Don Quixote Takes New York.
Jersey City Theater Center, 337 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Popcorn & Pajamas Family Film: The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
June 12 at 7 PM
Round up the family and head to this event to watch The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie together. Free popcorn and crafts will be available for the kids to enjoy before the movie at 6 PM.
Cost: $10
Union County Performing Arts Center, 360 Hamilton Street, Rahway, NJ 07065
Jurassic June – Movie Night
June 12 at 5 PM
Get ready for a roaring good time at Jurassic June with the adventure of Jurassic Park on the big screen. This step back in time starts at 5 PM, and before the movie begins, guests can explore the museum and dig for real fossils in the quarry, making it a night packed with prehistoric fun from start to finish. Come dressed as your favorite Jurassic Park character for even more fun. There are two showings of Jurassic Park each night: 6 PM & 8:30 PM. The 6 PM showing will be in the theater. The 8:30 PM showing will be both on the veranda and in the theater.
Cost: $30
Edelman Fossil Park & Museum, 66 Million Mosasaur Way, Mantua, NJ 08080
North Brunswick Youth Sports Festival
June 12-14
This festival will feature carnival rides, fireworks, Rosaire’s Royal Racers, High Flying Pages Thrill Show, Wild Wheels Thrill Motorcycle Show, a magic show, and a petting zoo.
Cost: $13-$35; prices vary on select dates
US-1, Milltown, NJ 08850
The Sustainably Green Music and Arts Festival
June 13 at 10 AM
Learn how to be more sustainable at this festival, featuring live music, arts-and-crafts vendors, shopping, kids’ activities, and more for the whole family.
Cost: Free
Washington Borough Business Improvement District – 21 Belvidere Ave. Washington, NJ 07882
Hammonton Food Truck Festival
June 13 at 4 PM
Grab the family and your appetites for an evening of delicious food and fun.
Cost: Free
Downtown Hammonton, Hammonton, NJ 08037
Main Street Market
June 13 at 10 AM
This is a great way to spend the day with the family, including delicious produce from local farmers and artisans.
Cost: Free
18 South Main Street, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
Clayton Day 2026
June 13 at 12 PM
Bring the whole family to this festival, which will celebrate our country’s 250th birthday. There will be food trucks, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and a gorgeous fireworks display to end the evening. Rain date is June 14.
Cost: Free
Autumn Pasquale Memorial Park, East Avenue, Clayton, NJ 08312
16th Annual Roebling Museum Car Show
June 13 at 9 AM
This car show is a fun way to spend the day with the family. There will be awesome cars, delicious food, ice cream, music, and family fun.
Cost: $5 per ticket
Roebling Museum, 100 Second Avenue, Roebling, NJ 08554
Movie Night with S’mores and Charcuterie
June 13 at 8 PM
The weather is beautiful, which means spending time outside is ideal. Head to Mathis House for an outdoor screening of Solo Mio, complete with fire pits, classic popcorn, iced tea, and gourmet charcuterie cups.
Cost: $35 per person
Mathis House, 600 Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
Stafford Township Founders Day 2026
June 13 at 10 AM
Watch the parade, then head to the festivities, where the whole family will have a ball. There will be food trucks, inflatables, mechanical rides, entertainment by Ridgemont High, and more. The day ends with a fireworks display at dusk.
Cost: Free
Starts at Stafford Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Robbinsville Community Festival
June 13 at 2 PM
Spend the day listening to live music and checking out the kids’ play zone, games, contests, a trackless train, pony rides, and a chocolate-eating contest. Don’t miss the fireworks at 9 PM. The rain date is June 14.
Cost: Free admission
Community Park.- West Manor Way and Gordon Road, Robbinsville, NJ 08691
2nd Annual Walk & Run For Dementia Awareness
June 13 at 10 AM
Lace up those running shoes and get moving for dementia awareness. The whole family can help support this cause and spend time together enjoying the gorgeous weather.
Cost: $40
Lincoln Park, 1 County Road 605, Jersey City, NJ 07304
Glassboro CommUNITY Day
June 13 at 11 AM
This day celebrates the remarkable diversity and culturally vibrant community in Glassboro. You will find performances, a Kid’s Zone with face painting, an obstacle course, and pickup basketball games, plus food trucks and vendors.
Cost: Free
1 High St W, Glassboro, NJ
Touch-A-Truck
June 13 at 11 AM
Have a little one who loves all things trucks? This event will give them a hands-on experience to touch a wide range of trucks and cars before hopping on a hayride through a section of the park and inflatables for kids.
Cost: Free
Oak Ridge Park, 136 Oak Ridge Road, Clark, NJ 07066
Berry Fest
June 13-14
Have a berry celebration of all things strawberry with the family. There will be pick-your-own strawberries, homemade strawberry wine, and strawberry treats like ice cream, waffles, and hayrides. Make sure you stay for the live music and memories that will last forever.
Cost: $12.99 per person, ages 3 and up
Stony Hill Farm Market, 15 North Road, Chester, NJ 07930
Blues, Wine & BBQ
June 13-14 at 12 PM
Get ready to kick off the season in smoky, soulful style with some of the area’s best BBQ, wine tastings, and the sound of live blues music filling your ears. Bring your own blanket or lawn chair and sit back, relax, and enjoy the surroundings.
Cost: $25-$30
Glassboro Town Square, 1 High Street West, Glassboro, NJ 08028
Berries and Brews Festival with Jersey Shore Brewing
June 13-14
Celebrate strawberry season with the family all weekend long. Bring the family to Ort Farms to pick strawberries, hear live music, stop at the food trucks, and Jersey Girl Brewery will be on tap too.
25 Bartley Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853
New Jersey Renaissance Faire
June 13-14
Check out this magical experience for all ages in a 16th-century village of performers, merchants, food vendors, and interactive townspeople from the “Village of Crossford.” Dress up and enjoy food, merchants, and entertainment, with shows including singing, swordfighting, comedy, fire-breathing, belly dancing, and more.
Cost: $12 per ticket or FREE for kids 5 and under
Burlington County Fairgrounds, 1990 Jacksonville Jobstown Road, Columbus, NJ 08022
5K Run For Danny’s Pantry
June 14 at 8:30 AM
Get ready to come together as a community and move for a good cause. The race will kick off at 8:30 AM, and the proceeds will be in memory of Daniel Anderl and will support families in need in the community.
Cost: Registration prices vary
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex, 3 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ 07052
Burlington County 250
June 14 at 10 AM
Bring the whole family to this celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, to enjoy a village of historical groups, artisans, and crafters, plus historical demonstrations.
Cost: Free
High Street, Mount Holly, NJ 08060
CTEF Color Run 2026
June 14 at 1 PM
Join this fun-filled family color run for all ages. Start with a warm-up with Evolution Mom, run with all the bright colors, then get hosed down by the fire company. There will be food trucks and live music throughout, and all proceeds help fund classroom resources.
Cost: $20-$30
Bundt Park, 8 Red School House Road, Lebanon, NJ 08833
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