IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
2025-07-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-06 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Museum of Jersey City History, located at the historic Apple Tree House, 298 Academy Street, Jersey City, NJ, 07306, United States
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.
IN HER FOOTSTEPS will be on Saturdays and Sundays in March 2025 at 1 PM and 4 PM at the Museum of Jersey City History, located at the historic Apple Tree House, 298 Academy Street, Jersey City, NJ. For more information, www.speranzatheatre.org.

Grow it Green Morristown's Tyke Time - Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
2025-07-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-07-10 16:30 - 17:30 | Grow it Green Morristown Urban Farm, 31 Hazel Street, Morristown, NJ, 07960, United States
One-hour, teacher-led classes encourage curiosity and exploration at our beautiful Urban Farm on Thursdays and Saturdays from June through August. Children 2-5 years old meet our farmers, chat with our chickens and taste farm-fresh produce. Registration is $12 per child and each child will receive a $2 coupon to shop our Urban Farm Stand. Pre-registration is required (https://www.growitgreenmorristown.org/tyke-time) and includes a waiver that must be completed for each child (once per year). Classes are in English and limited to 12 children.

Belmar 4th of July Fireworks & Light Show
2025-07-05 20:00 - 21:00
Head down the shore to Belmar for a free concert, a computerized light show, and fireworks to finish off the night. The best viewing position is on the grass in front of Taylor Pavilion at Silver Lake Park.
Cost: Free, donations accepted
Silver Lake Park, 410 7th Avenue, Belmar, NJ 07719

Bradley Beach Fireworks
2025-07-05 20:00 - 23:00
Hit up the beachfront at dusk to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks.
Cost: Free
Beachfront, Bradley Beach, NJ 07720

Paramus Firework Show and Food Truck Festival
2025-07-06 08:00 - 17:00
At night, cuddle up to watch the spectacular fireworks show, and on July 4, a parade will take place at 9:00 AM.
Cost: Free
W. Jockish Square, Paramus, NJ 07652

Little Noodles: Ocean Week Play Classes (Ages 2–5)
2025-07-06 08:30 - 09:00 | Laurel Boulevard Gazebo, 1300 Laurel Blvd, Lanoka Harbor, NJ, 08734, United States
Join Little Noodles for a teacher-led, sensory-rich play class by the beautiful Barnegat Bay! During Ocean Week, children ages 2–5 will explore the wonders of the sea through songs, stories, crafts, and movement. Each 30-minute session includes circle time, hands-on art, and music — all in a fun, small-group setting (just 6 kids per class).
Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, Little Noodles combines early learning with joyful connection and creative play. Led by a certified teacher and mom with over 10 years of experience.

Lavender Festival
2025-07-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-10 10:00 - 17:00
Spend the day wandering through our lavender garden and enjoy the aromatic scent. We have multiple photo ops in the field for you to enjoy. Remember to bring your camera and feel free to take as many photos as you like!
-When-
June 14th to July 27th (weather permitting)
Wednesday through Sunday
Last entry 1 hour prior to closing
Fresh squeezed lemonade and shaved ices available to purchase. Our goats and chickens will also be available for feeding.
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-Cost-
$15 admission fee per person
Children 1 and under FREE
Lavender bunches are $8 each
Tickets are sold at the door only!
As cute as they are, no pets are allowed
106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan NJ 07726
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happydayfarmnj/

Sunflower Festival
2025-07-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-10 10:00 - 17:00
Spend the day frolicking in the sunflower and zinnia fields. There are many unique photo ops throughout the field making each moment picture perfect. Make sure to bring your camera to capture each moment!
-When-
July 11th to August 17th (weather permitting)
Wednesday through Sunday
Last entry 1 hour prior to closing
Fresh squeezed lemonade and shaved ices available to purchase. Our goats and chickens will also be available for feeding. On weekends our general store will be open.
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-Cost-
$18 admission fee per person
Children 1 and under FREE
Sunflowers are $2.50 per steam
Zinnias are 2 for $1
Tickets are sold at the door only!
As cute as they are, no pets are allowed
106 Iron Ore Road, Manalapan NJ 07726
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happydayfarmnj/
Photography credits: (@Gayles_images)

Independence Day Weekend
2025-07-06 11:00 - 17:00
Make this Independence Day weekend a family event at Cold Spring Village’s annual Independence Day Celebration. This event features a variety of family activities, programs, and music. The Village’s restored historic buildings will feature demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts. There will be a Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12, followed by a reading of the Declaration of Independence and much more.
Cost: Starting at $12
Historic Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Rd, Cape May, NJ 08204

Family Fun Day
2025-07-07 08:00 - 17:00
Join this family fun day at Lake Musconetcong Park. There will be games, prizes, music, food, and more.
Cost: Free
46 Musconetcong Ave, Stanhope, NJ 07874

Project Purple Pretzel Run 5K
2025-07-07 08:00 - 17:00
Lace up your running shoes and bring the family to this 5K for a good cause. Whether you’re looking to run or take a leisurely walk through peaceful paths alongside a gorgeous pond, you can move your body to support the fight against pancreatic cancer. The best part? A fresh pretzel at the finish line.
Cost: Registration fee
Nomahegan Park, 995 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016

Messy Play in Basking Ridge
2025-07-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-07-11 09:30 - 10:30 | Covenant Chapel, 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920, United States
Children and their grown-ups will enjoy an hour of Messy Play. Ideal for children ages 1.5 to 5 years old, classes are child-led with process art and sensory stations. Purposeful play stations, designed by an early childhood educator, foster your child’s natural curiosity while building cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Children can play where they want, when they want, how they want. There’s no wrong way to play!

TERRY FATOR: ON THE ROAD AGAIN
2025-07-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center, 46 Washington Ave, Carteret, 07008, United States
For over a decade, Terry Fator has sold out night after night in Las Vegas with a show featuring his cast of characters that includes everyone from an Impersonating Turtle to Elton John to Elvis. In addition to winning America’s Got Talent, Terry has won Las Vegas’s best show, best all-around performer, best family show and best overall show.

Montclair Bastille Day Weekend 2025
2025-07-11 - 2025-07-12 | Various Locations Across Town Montclair, NJ 07042, Montclair, 07042
Experience the best of Bastille Day in Montclair with a weekend of French-inspired fun for all ages! Festivities kick off Friday with a film premiere at The Clairidge, followed by French Shopping Day and a town-wide scavenger hunt on Saturday. Enjoy children’s outdoor story time at Watchung Park, and live music and French-themed activities on Church Street. Wrap up the weekend Saturday under the stars at the Van Vleck House & Gardens for our Bastille Day Garden Party! If you’re looking for more Bastille Day festivities, head to Manhattan on Sunday for the largest Bastille Day celebration outside of France on Madison Avenue!

Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival
2025-07-11 08:00 - 17:00
See sand creations come to life, or kids can grab a shovel and make their own castles at the Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival. This contest features amateur and semi-pro sand sculptors, and professional world-renowned sand sculptor Matt Long, a former cast member of the Travel Channel’s SandMasters, will host the event. There will also be live music and family-friendly activities.
Cost: Free
Heather Road, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260

Cumberland County Fair
2025-07-11 08:00 - 17:00
It’s New Jersey’s oldest county fair. Enjoy amusement rides, games, Demolition Derby, livestock exhibits, pie-eating contests, and fireworks.
Cost: $5, and 5 and under and 65 and older are free
3001 Carmel Road, Millville, New Jersey 08332

Randolph Freedom Festival
2025-07-11 08:00 - 17:00
Celebrate America’s freedom with this three-day festival, featuring live music, amusements, carnival games, delicious food, fireworks, and a beer garden. The fireworks display is scheduled for Saturday, July 12, with a rain date of July 13.
Cost: Ticket prices vary
County College of Morris, 214 Center Grove Rd, Randolph, NJ 07869

Ocean County Fair
2025-07-11 08:00 - 17:00
The Ocean County Fair will feature musical acts, live entertainment, animal exhibits, games, activities, rides, food, and a variety of vendors. On Sunday, don’t miss Cowboy Larry, too.
Cost: $10, and parking is free.
Robert J. Miller Air Park, Route 530, Berkeley Township, NJ 08721

New Jersey State Barbeque Championship and The Angela Blues Festival
2025-07-11 08:00 - 17:00
Bring the family to experience mouth-watering food vendors and crafters, unique displays, a BBQ competition, and a Blues Festival with something for everyone.
Cost: Free to enter most areas
Olde New Jersey Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
