It’s officially the holiday shopping season, so if you’re looking to step away from the screen for Santa duty, why not check out local New Jersey toy stores for every kid on your list? You can get up on the latest toy trends, find nostalgic reboots you had as a kid, and discover those hard-to-find requests, all while supporting local businesses. Check out 12 unique New Jersey toy stores all over the state, and if you’re looking for gift ideas, be sure to read our NJMOM local gift guide for everyone on your list. (featured photo credit: istock/SolStock)
13 Unique New Jersey Toy Stores To Check Out
Big Fun Toys
With over 20 years in business and three locations, Big Fun Toys (known as Quinnderella’s Toys in its Manasquan location) caters to kids of all ages with hard-to-find educational toys you won’t find anywhere else. Their personalized service and complimentary wrapping are also great touches when you’re looking for a gift.
Locations in Point Pleasant Beach and Manasquan
Happy Hippo Toys
For over 40 years, Happy Hippo Toys has supplied unique toys for all ages, including puppets, magic sets, and rocking horses. This South Jersey toy store also sells dolls, trains, games, and books for the whole family.
Locations in Haddonfield and Moorestown
Jabberwocky Inc.
Jabberwocky has been a go-to spot for creative fun for over 30 years, and their purple wrap (IYKYK) is a staple at many birthday parties, gatherings, and gift-giving events. This toy store in NJ has everything you need, whether it’s a book, puzzle, craft, educational activity, or game for kids of all ages.
Located in Chatham
jaZams
JaZams has everything from amazing science projects and outdoor toys to dress-up and fun pretend play. Can’t decide? Call one of their personal shoppers with your kids’ ages and likes, and they’ll do their magic to find the perfect toy.
Located in Princeton
Just Kidding Around
Kids will feel at home here, with the motto “dream. giggle. create,” where they can explore educational toys, sensory options, large outdoor sets, and craft kits, along with the usual dolls, trucks, and building toys. Shipping, curbside pickup, and local delivery are also available.
Located in Montclair
The Toy Chest
Looking for a store that has something for everyone on your list? From collectibles to modern toys, the staff offers personalized assistance to help you select from the latest trends. Shopping in-store will give you a comprehensive selection of toys, but you can also shop online if you can’t get to the store.
Located in Hope
The Zoo Company Toy Store
Step into a toy store in the Washington Street Mall that has been catering to vacationers and locals for over 40 years. They have plushies, puppets, figurines, games, candy, and souvenirs if you want to bring a little something home from your trip to Cape May.
Located in Cape May
Tinkerbeee’s Toy & Comic Store
If you’ve been meaning to introduce the toys you had to your kids, stop by Tinkerbeee’s for all those favorites from the ’80s and ’90s, as well as new toys. And if you or your kids love comics, there is an extensive selection of collectibles to check out.
Located in Allentown
Tons of Toys
With brands including Disney, LEGO, Nerf, Fisher-Price, Nintendo, and Learning Resources, Tons of Toys offers options for kids of all ages (including hard-to-shop-for tweens and teens). They have four locations across North Jersey, so they can source stock if one store is out of stock.
Locations in Bernardsville, Madison, Westwood, and Wyckoff
Toy Division
With an emphasis on curating a unique collection of children’s items, Toy Division aims to bring joy and wonder into every home (and aesthetically pleasing toys for parents). From dolls and vehicles to music and games or puzzles, you’ll find a beautiful selection of wooden, hand-crafted, heirloom-worthy toys you won’t find in a mall.
Locations in Maplewood and Summit
Toy Market
At South Jersey’s largest independent specialty toy store, you’ll find lots of choices for toddlers, creative play, LEGOs, puzzles, and crafts. During the holidays, they also host a pop-up location at DiDonato’s Fun Center.
Locations in Hammonton and Smithville
Toy Utopia
Family-owned and focused on all the unique and imaginative toys you could imagine, this toy store has it all. From classic and antique toys to sensory toys and pretend play, the slogan “your magical toyland for all ages” is exactly what you will find when you step inside.
Located in Red Bank
Wonder World Toy Store
You will find a comprehensive selection of science, learning, toddler, and imaginary play toys, as well as a baby boutique, candy shop, and slime area under one roof. Sending stuff out of state? They offer flat-rate shipping in a soft package, and upgraded shipping is available, too.
Located in Medford
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