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2025 Sea Turtle Sunrise
May 17 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Sea Turtle Sunrise Event 2025

turtle back zoo 560 Northfiled Ave, West Orange

Enjoy an early morning and breakfast at the zoo with an exclusive private event feel! Be one of only 200 people admitted. Proceeds support SEA TURTLE RECOVERY and their mission…

9:00 am

May 17 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Pitman Spring Craft Show

This is one craft show you won’t want to miss with the family. Over 250 vendors, local businesses, food trucks, and non-profits will be on display. Free parking and a…

10:00 am

May 17 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

16th Annual Fairy and Pirate Festival

Do you have a pirate or a fairy in your family? Come in your best costume and enjoy a day of food, live performances, vendors, pony rides, inflatables, and more.…

May 17 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Glen Ridge Art and Eco Fair

Celebrate the arts and the environment at this eco-friendly fair. This event will include arts and crafts, wellness vendors, live performances, eco demonstrations, and children’s activities. Cost: Free 200 Ridgewood…

May 17 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Mayfest

Mayfest

Head to Historic Smithville for Mayfest, which features an international food court, crafters, and live music. There will also be plenty of activities for the kids, including face painting and…

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May 17 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm New Jersey Renaissance Faire

New Jersey Renaissance Faire

Burlington County Fairgrounds 1990 Jacksonville Jobstown Rd, Columbua

Ahoy, Mateys! The New Jersey Renaissance Faire celebrates its 16th magical season with an immersive family-friendly experience that offers something for everyone! Whether you're cheering on jousting knights, or marveling…

May 17 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Renaissance Faire NJ

Renaissance Faire NJ

Take a step back into the 16th century, and kids can explore Nipper’s Nook with fun activities, including piñatas, water balloon games, building magic wands, and the new gaming cart…

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May 17 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm The Spring NJ Gem Show

The Spring NJ Gem Show

New Jersey Convention and Expo Center 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison

A spectacular showcase of rare gemstones, precious minerals, prehistoric fossils, crystals, meteorites, and more returns to the New Jersey Convention & Expo Center May 14-18. The Spring NJ Gem Show…

$15 – $45

11:00 am

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May 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Kids to Parks Day 2025

Kids to Parks Day is an action-packed celebration designed especially for children under 7 and their families! Bursting with energy, the event features live performances by Miss Jolie and Mr.…

$5.00
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May 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm ArtBender

ArtBender

Vincent Monella Community Center 133 Fairview Avenue, South Orange

Jump in and get creative at ArtBender, a free, all-ages celebration of art, self-expression, and community spirit. Paint, plant, build, or simply cheer others on as we come together to…

Free
May 17 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Woodbridge Street Fair & Craft Show

Bring your family to enjoy a variety of artists, crafters, vendors, food, rides, and live music. Kids will love the rides, games, and more, all specially designed for them.  Cost:…

May 17 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Captain Kidd Pirate Day

Ahoy, mates—kids can dress in their pirate best for the Annual Captain Kidd Pirate Day parade and a treasure hunt at 20th Avenue. Kids can walk in the parade, receive…

May 17 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Asbury Park Vegan Food Fest

Asbury Park Vegan Food Fest

It’s a two-day celebration featuring vegan and plant-based meals from local chefs, vegan products, plant-based fashion, and live music. This event is rain or shine. Cost: $15-$30 Bradley Park –…

12:00 pm

May 17 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm New Jersey Seafood Fest Belmar

New Jersey Seafood Fest Belmar

It’s the 37th year of seafood and family fun in Belmar. At this seafood-centric festival, which includes live music and vendors, you can try everything from conch fritters to crab…

1:00 pm

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May 17 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history

IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history

Museum of Jersey City History, located at the historic Apple Tree House 298 Academy Street, Jersey City

Step into history with, IN HER FOOTSTEPS, a fun, family-friendly, immersive theatrical experience that brings great women from the past to life through dynamic performances, multimedia displays, and hands-on activities.…

$5 – $15
May 17 @ 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Love and Laughter Family Fest

jim saxton community center 3822 South Bolling Boulevard, North Hanover

Join us for a day of sunshine, smiles, and purpose at the Love & Laughter Family Fest! Hosted by the Anthony Legacy of Love (ALL) Foundation, this free-admission event brings…

Free

2:00 pm

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May 17 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Roxey Ballet Company Presents Family-Friendly Production: The Pied Piper of Hamelin

This contemporary reimagining of The Pied Piper of Hamelin is a high-energy, zany romp through the notorious German folk tale. Set to rock-opera style anthems and featuring upbeat choreography, the…

May 17 @ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Keansburg 7th Annual Food Truck Festival

Bring the whole family to Keansburg’s 7th Annual Food Truck Festival. Your kids will enjoy face painting, a bounce house, and more. This event will also feature No Limit Entertainment…

3:00 pm

NJMom – Open House 2025
May 17 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Open House at Five Star Swim School – Lehigh Valley PA!

Five Star Swim School - Lehigh Valley PA 1597 Lehigh Street, Lehigh Valley

Join us for an Open House at Five Star Swim School - Lehigh Valley! Come check us out on May 17th from 3 pm - 5 pm and discover why…

Free

4:00 pm

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May 17 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Piscataway’s Armed Services Day Celebration

Kenny Armwood Stadium at Piscataway High School 100 Behmer Road, Piscataway

Enjoy a free car show in the parking lot starting at 4 p.m. Watch a free movie outdoors at sundown. Get helpful information for current service members, veterans and their…

Free
May 17 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Piscataway’s Armed Services Day Celebration

A free movie outdoors at sundown? Yes, please. Along with this movie, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy a car show and sample food from local vendors. There…

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