It’s Mother’s Day weekend, and you know what that means—a lineup of fun family things to do all weekend long. Visit with animals, take a stroll through the vineyard, and listen to live music at Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend at Terhune Orchards, in Princeton, enjoy the start of the growing season and enjoy all things strawberries at the Stella Farms Strawberry Festival in Berlin, or lace up your hiking shoes and take a family hike through the area’s natural beauty at the Hopatcong Charity Hike in Andover. And for more May fun, find one of the festivals this month near you. (featured photo: @terhuneorchards)
(Note: It’s always best to check ahead for in-person events.)
Kymer’s Camping Resort Mother’s Day Weekend
May 9-11
Celebrate Mom at the campground with a special Evening for Mom’s event and a Sunday Pancake & Sausage Breakfast. Arts and crafts are available too.
Cost: Depends on package
69 Kymer Road, Branchville, NJ 07826
Maywood’s Chow Down Food Truck Festival
May 10 at 12 PM
Celebrate spring at this festival, which includes food trucks, a beer garden for adults, crafts, vendors, a kids’ zone, and live music.
Cost: Free
205 Maywood Ave, Maywood, NJ 07607
Stella Farms Strawberry Festival
May 10 at 9 AM
Celebrate the start of the growing season and enjoy all things strawberries at the Stella Farms Strawberry Festival. This event will also feature live music, food and drinks, pony rides, a petting zoo, and other fun activities for your children.
Cost: Free admission
Stella Farms, 459 Berlin New Freedom Rd, Berlin, NJ 08009
Maverick’s Legacy 3rd Annual Spring Festival
May 10 at 11 AM
Celebrate the legacy of Maverick, a child who left the world way too soon, at this lively spring festival with crafters and vendors, food trucks, live music, children’s entertainment, a tricky tray, and more. Proceeds go to the Maverick’s Legacy Foundation, a non-profit that strives to reduce preventable choking deaths and injuries.
Cost: Free admission and free parking
Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ 07822
Hopatcong Charity Hike
May 10 at 7 AM
Lace up your hiking shoes and gather the family for this event, taking you on a hike through the area’s natural beauty. Then, enjoy lunch and a souvenir gift courtesy of the Hudson Farm Club. Upon completing the hike, you will receive $1 for every year of your age, which you can donate to any participating organization of your choice.
Cost: Free to participate
Hudson Farms, 270 Stanhope Sparta Road, Andover, NJ 07821
Mother’s Day Extravaganza
May 10
Find the perfect gift for mom with 60+ vendors selling candles, flowers, jewelry, chocolate, and more. There will also be food and free face painting for the kids.
Cost: $3, 12 and younger are free
33 Baldwin Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Annual Azalea Festival
May 10
The Annual Azalea Festival is back again. Stroll and admire the bright blooms with local craft vendors, music, and food. Moms can receive free family portraits from 10 AM to 4 PM. The rain date will be May 12.
Cost: Free
Sayen Gardens, 155 Hughes Drive, Hamilton, NJ 08690
Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating Class
May 10
Decorate sugar cookies with a Mother’s Day theme and learn some new decorating techniques while you are there. This class is recommended for ages 8 and up.
Cost: $45-$60
868 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ 08108
Mother’s Day Music Festival
May 10
Treat mom with the gift of music this Mother’s Day when Keith Sweat, Charlie Wilson, Jagged Edge, and John B. perform steps away from the beach.
Cost: $65 and up
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Creative Arts Festival
May 10 at 10 AM
Spend a day perusing artists at the juried arts festival. Works will be displayed in all mediums, including pottery, jewelry, photography, and painting. There will be live music and food vendors.
Cost: Admission and parking are free
Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ 07738
Maywood’s Chow Down Food Truck Festival
May 10 at 12 PM
Enjoy the beautiful spring weather at this festival, which features food trucks, an adult beer garden, crafts, vendors, a kids’ zone, and live music.
Cost: Free
205 Maywood Ave, Maywood, NJ 07607
National Public Gardens Day at Macculloch Hall
May 10 at 10 AM
Celebrate National Public Gardens Day in MHHM’s historic garden. The garden will have special presentations, nature scavenger hunts, and art activities. At 10:30 AM, see the Eyes of the Wild Nature Presentation, followed by the Seeing Eye Puppy Presentation at 11:45 AM. This event is rain or shine.
Cost: Free
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 45 Macculloch Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
Career Carnival for Kids
May 10 at 11 AM
Elementary and middle school students can explore exciting careers through hands-on activities, demonstrations, games, and giveaways. They can also meet professionals from the health and wellness fields and learn about careers that empower individuals to lead healthier lives.
Cost: Free
Montclair Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042
Branchburg Food Truck and Music Festival
May 10 at 11 AM
This festival will feature over 20 gourmet food trucks, kid activities, a bungee trampoline, a rock wall, pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, inflatables, knocker ball, miniature golf, inflatable hatchet throwing, sand art, spin art, and live music all day.
Cost: $5; kids under 5 are free. Please bring an item for the food pantry
White Oak Park, 235 Baird Road, Branchburg, NJ 08876
Mother’s Day Bloom Weekend at Renault Winery & Resort
May 10-11
Spend Mother’s Day weekend at Renault Winery at their Bloom Makers Market Festival and Brunch. Shop for handcrafted gifts at their Makers Market, where local artisans showcase everything from handmade jewelry to home decor. Then, indulge in a special Mother’s Day Brunch in a beautifully decorated ballroom with delicious food and specialty cocktails while enjoying quality time with family and friends.
Renault Winery & Resort, 72 Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215
Mother’s Day Weekend Arts Retreat at Appel Farm
May 10-11
Make the weekend memorable with this two-day experience, which includes art workshops, Saturday lunch and dinner, a campfire and special snack, late-night fun time, early morning activities, and a special Mother’s Day Brunch.
Cost: $60 and up
Appel Farm Arts & Music Center, 457 Shirley Rd, Elmer, NJ 08318
Asbury Park Spring Bazaar
May 10-11
There is no better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than shopping. Both locations will host Mother’s Day weekend events featuring makers, local vendors, arts and crafts, and music experiences. There will also be Mother’s Day photo and photo stations, fresh flower bouquets, and kids’ activities.
Cost: Free
Grand Arcade at Asbury Park Convention Hall, Grand Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712 (Sat. & Sun.)
Asbury Hotel, 210 5th Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712 (Sun.)
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend at Terhune Orchards
May 1o-11
Create a special Mother’s Day experience at Terhune Orchards. Enjoy the farm store, barnyard, vineyard, and live music.
Cost: Free, $2 off tasting flights for moms
Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
Mother’s Day Victorian Tea
May 10-11
Celebrate Mom all weekend, starting with a Mother’s Day Breakfast or Afternoon Tea on the 10th or a Mother’s Day Steak and Salmon Dinner on the 11th. Reservations are recommended.
Cost: prices vary
Mathis House, 600 Main St, Toms River, NJ 08753
Farm To Table Mother’s Day Brunch
May 10-11
Mother’s Day weekend will be full of special events, including a Farm to Table Mother’s Day Brunch with the whole family. There will be farm animals, a self-guided museum tour, and homemade ice cream available at the farm. There are add-on activities for the kids, including a pony ride, wagon train ride, and bounce house.
Cost: Starting at $259.99 for a table of 4
Alstede Farms, 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930
Mother’s Day Mommy and Me Events at Rewax & Unwine
May 10-11 at various times
It’s Mother’s Day in New Jersey at this DIY candle workshop, where you can attend events like a Tea Party, Charcuterie Brunch, Chair Massages, Uncorked: Mom’s Edition, or Mommy and Me Candle Making.
Cost: Prices vary per event
Rewax & Unwine, 2 Division Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise
May 11
Take Mom on a scenic brunch cruise with a delicious buffet and a DJ while you cruise around the Raritan Bay and inland waters of New Jersey.
Cost: $67.95 for adults and $50.96 for children
401 Riverview Drive, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Mother’s Day Brunch at Brook Hollow Winery
May 11
Try delicious selections with the special women in your life at Brook Hollow Winery’s Mother’s Day Brunch. Enjoy live music, complimentary flowers to all mothers, an open all-you-can-eat buffet, and a Build-Your-Own Sangria Bar.
Cost: $10-$35
Brook Hollow Winery, 594 NJ-94, Columbia, NJ 07832
Mother’s Day/Family Hike at Tenafly Nature Center
May 11
Take a guided walk with a Tenafly Nature Center Environmental Educator to see the forest in bloom for the spring. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the event can take place indoors or outdoors, depending on the weather. Space is limited, so make sure to register in advance.
Cost: $5 for members and $10 for non-members, 2 and under are free
313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, NJ 07670
New Jersey Mother’s Day Signature Brunch Cruise
May 11
Create beautiful family memories on this New Jersey Mother’s Day Cruise. Sail on the Hudson and East Rivers while you enjoy a signature buffet, classic cocktails, and incredible New Jersey and New York views.
Cost: $95 and up
1500 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, NJ 07086
New Jersey State Museum Theater: A Mother’s Day Family Concert
May 11
Celebrate Mom with music from the Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey. There will be the performance of the Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 by Edvard Grieg and the tale of Tubby the Tuba by George Kleinsinger. The 2025 Mary G. Roebling Concerto Competition winner will be there too.
Cost: $40
1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, NJ 08608
Monmouth Park Racetrack Mother’s Day
May 11
The tradition continues with free admission to the track for all women and includes flowers. Live racing begins at 12:50 PM, and there will be free Family Fun Day activities, including clowns, face painters, pony rides, and a bounce house in the picnic area.
Cost: Free for moms and $6; children under 12 are free
175 Oceanport Ave., Oceanport, NJ 07757
Mother’s Day at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
May 11
This year, celebrate Mother’s Day at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach. Starting at noon, moms receive FREE admission (with a paid child admission) to all the Boardwalk attractions, including rides, the adventure course, and the aquarium. This event is weather permitting, and please note that opening hours vary by attraction.
300 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner Cruise
May 11
Take a cruise in the calm inland waters of the Manasquan River, Point Pleasant Canal, and Barnegat Bay. While on the water, enjoy a variety of dinner choices.
Cost: $35 and up
800 Ashley Ave., Brielle, NJ 08730
Mother’s Day Market and Brunch
May 11
Take Mom shopping for the perfect gifts from a curated market of makers. There will be workshops, a photo wall, and live music. At brunch, the table will have a family-style selection of foods and drinks.
Cost: Free; prices vary for brunch
The Whitechapel Projects, 15 2nd Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Mother’s Day Screening – Hairspray
May 11
Come out for this screening of Hairspray at the Princeton Garden Theatre. Experience this unforgettable musical with the special woman in your life.
Cost: General (Garden) $13.75
The Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau St, Princeton, NJ 08542
Iacona Diamond Beach Mother’s Day Brunch
May 11
Enjoy brunch with a view at the Coastal Blue Oceanside Bar & Grill. The menu features breakfast favorites, an Omelet Station, a Prime Rib Carving Station, Crab Cakes, a Macaroni and Cheese Bar, and a Dessert Table.
Cost: $19-$59
9701 Atlantic Ave., Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260
LBI National Mother’s Day Brunch
May 11
Multiple seatings are available for a Mother’s Day Brunch at LBI National. Enjoy a breakfast buffet with an omelet station, smoked salmon platters, a charcuterie display, a shellfish and shrimp display, yogurt parfaits, and Chef’s seasonal dessert display.
Cost: Tickets start at $19.99
99 Golf View Drive, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08092
Playland’s Castaway Cove for Mother’s Day
May 11
All moms ride the rides free all day at Playland’s Castaway Cove in Ocean City. Take a ride on the Swings, zoom down the Speedway, or let loose on the Extreme Cyclone.
Cost: Free for moms
1020 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226
Mother’s Day Brunch at Tomasello Winery
May 11
Make those Mother’s Day reservations for a Brunch Buffet at Tomasello Winery. Sample the carving station, try the Bananas Foster French Toast, or indulge in the Chocolate Mousse Shooters for dessert.
Cost: $49.95 for adults and $19.95 for children 12 and under
225 North White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037
ONGOING EVENT
Play & Swim at Five Star Swim School, Eatontown
Every Thursday at 10 AM
Play & Swim at Five Star Swim School, Eatontown, is back! Join every Thursday from 10 to 11:30 AM for fun and socializing. Children and caregivers love the padded play area and heated pool. Homeschooler groups are welcome. The pool is open from 10 to 11 AM, and a lifeguard is always on duty.
Cost: $15 per child, and parents/caregivers are free
Five Star Swim School, 1 Corbett Way, Eatontown, NJ 07724
