New Jersey Mom™ Event Calendar
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Week of Events
Celebrate Dinosaur Day with Dinos, Fossils & Family Fun at EFM!
In honor of National Dinosaur Day, Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University is throwing a prehistoric-sized party, and you’re invited to help us roar about it (May 31–June…
Celebrate Dinosaur Day with Dinos, Fossils & Family Fun at EFM!
Get ready for a roarin' good time! National Dinosaur Day is June 1st, and EFM will be celebrating all weekend long. Join them for two days packed with prehistoric fun,…
Monday, May 26, 2025
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May 26, 2025 -Wildwood International Kite Festival
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May 26, 2025 -Somerville Memorial Day Parade 2025
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May 26, 2025 -Hightstown’s Memorial Day Parade
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May 26, 2025 -West Essex Memorial Day Parade
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May 26, 2025 -2025 Jackson Memorial Day Parade
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May 26, 2025 -Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival
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May 26, 2025 -Farmingdale’s 52nd Memorial Day Parade 2025
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May 26, 2025 -Woodbridge Center Carnival
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May 26, 2025 -LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Wildwood International Kite Festival
Kick off this weekend-long event, which turns 39 this year, with a Friday night social and the 9:00 PM Illuminated Night Kite Fly. On Saturday and Sunday, come out to…
Somerville Memorial Day Parade 2025
Grab the fam and head to this parade that will include military style vehicles, veterans, people from town, and families participating in the Family Fun Ride. Join the ceremony at…
Hightstown’s Memorial Day Parade
Round up the family and head to this parade, which will delight everyone and is a great way to spend the day together, remembering the reason for the holiday. Cost:…
West Essex Memorial Day Parade
Six different communities will be coming together to honor Memorial Day with a parade that is perfect for the entire family. After the parade, head to Crane Park for a…
2025 Jackson Memorial Day Parade
This event is a great way to spend the day with the family. It includes a memorial ceremony, food, vendors, giveaways, live music, and children’s activities. Cost: Free Parade route…
Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival
Kick off your Memorial Day weekend with the Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival. Enjoy 40 mouth-watering food trucks and sample everything from lobster rolls to mac and cheese to fried…
Farmingdale’s 52nd Memorial Day Parade 2025
Grab the fam and head to this annual parade, which is sure to delight everyone. Enjoy the patriotic setting of the town with music, dancing, classic cars, horse-drawn carriages, and…
Woodbridge Center Carnival
It’s that time of year again—bring the kids to this lively carnival packed with rides, food, and fun. Wristband pre-sales close at midnight on May 21. Cost: $5 per person…
LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Bring the whole family to a carnival to kick off the season. Enjoy a day full of food, rides, and entertainment at Garden State Plaza at this carnival, which benefits…
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
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May 28, 2025 -LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Bring the whole family to a carnival to kick off the season. Enjoy a day full of food, rides, and entertainment at Garden State Plaza at this carnival, which benefits…
Thursday, May 29, 2025
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May 29, 2025 -Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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May 29, 2025 -LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
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May 29, 2025 -In-Person Workshop: Daily Joy – Simple Everyday Hacks to Thrive in Work and In Life
Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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…
LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Bring the whole family to a carnival to kick off the season. Enjoy a day full of food, rides, and entertainment at Garden State Plaza at this carnival, which benefits…
In-Person Workshop: Daily Joy – Simple Everyday Hacks to Thrive in Work and In Life
Join Nicole Carline, a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, who helps individuals and teams improve their wellbeing in the work and in life. Nicole helps hundreds of individuals figure out…
Friday, May 30, 2025
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May 30, 2025 -Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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May 30, 2025 -Open House at Five Star Swim School – Deptford!
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May 30, 2025 -LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
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May 30, 2025 -Hopewell Cruise Night
Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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…
Open House at Five Star Swim School – Deptford!
Join us for an Open House at Five Star Swim School - Deptford! Come check us out on May 30th from 4pm - 5:30pm and discover why we're the best…
LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Bring the whole family to a carnival to kick off the season. Enjoy a day full of food, rides, and entertainment at Garden State Plaza at this carnival, which benefits…
Hopewell Cruise Night
Grab your crew and cruise the streets of Hopewell, where there will be live music, games, food, shopping, and a car show. Make sure you check out the classic and…
Saturday, May 31, 2025
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May 31, 2025 -New Jersey Renaissance Faire
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May 31, 2025 -SPRING FLING Vendor and Fun Fair
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May 31, 2025 -Renaissance Faire NJ
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May 31, 2025 -Strawberry Festival
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May 31, 2025 -Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford
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May 31, 2025 -Historic Battery Lewis Tours
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May 31, 2025 -The Dog Market
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May 31, 2025 -7th Annual Food Truck & Music Fest
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May 31, 2025 -IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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May 31, 2025 -Under Cover Music Fest
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May 31, 2025 -Under Cover Music Fest
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May 31, 2025 -LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
New Jersey Renaissance Faire
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…
SPRING FLING Vendor and Fun Fair
You do not want to miss this family friendly outdoor event! Come out to Clifton’s School 15 to enjoy our “Spring Fling” Vendor and Fun Fair! Enjoy lots of outdoor…
Renaissance Faire NJ
Take a step back into the 16th century at the Renaissance Faire, with lively shows, unique merchants, and delicious food. Kids can explore Nipper’s Nook with fun activities, including piñatas,…
Strawberry Festival
Love strawberries? Head to this festival, which boasts two locations, a hayride, strawberry picking, farm animals, face painting, and more. There will also be strawberry-themed goodies for sale. Cost: Ticket…
Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford
Watch the 19th-century historic Gristmill in action. Each free demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. Cost: Free 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ 08501
Historic Battery Lewis Tours
Come and tour the newly restored Historic Battery Lewis in the Rocky Point section of Hartshorne Wood Park. Learn all about the history of this former coastal defense site. Cost:…
The Dog Market
Bring your furry friends to The Dog Market at Van Saun Park! Shop a wide variety of local vendors, watch demos, participate in crafts and contests, find an adorable rescue…
7th Annual Food Truck & Music Fest
Kick off the summer season with delicious food, family fun, and community celebration. There will be live music, pony visits, a rock wall, and games. Make sure you bring your…
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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.…
Under Cover Music Fest
South Orange Downtown is turning up the volume on Saturday, May 31, from 2–10 PM at the Sloan Street Lot (12 Sloan St, South Orange, NJ) for Under Cover Music…
Under Cover Music Fest
Enjoy great music as nine cover bands take the stage at Under Cover Music Fest. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from local eateries, and kids’ activities will…
LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Bring the whole family to a carnival to kick off the season. Enjoy a day full of food, rides, and entertainment at Garden State Plaza at this carnival, which benefits…
Sunday, June 1, 2025
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June 1, 2025 -Farm to Table Strawberry Pancake Breakfast at Alstede Farms
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June 1, 2025 -A Walk for a Lifetime
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June 1, 2025 -A Walk For A Lifetime
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June 1, 2025 -Car Show
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June 1, 2025 -New Jersey Renaissance Faire
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June 1, 2025 -Hasbrouck Heights Spring Fling Street Fair
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June 1, 2025 -Renaissance Faire NJ
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June 1, 2025 -Strawberry Festival
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June 1, 2025 -Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford
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June 1, 2025 -Hasbrouck Heights Street Fair
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June 1, 2025 -Historic Battery Lewis Tours
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June 1, 2025 -FeatherFest 2025 at The Raptor Trust
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June 1, 2025 -FeatherFest
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June 1, 2025 -South Bound Brook Food Truck & Music Fest
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June 1, 2025 -Garwood Rocks 2025
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June 1, 2025 -Williams Sonoma at MarketFair June Kitchen Skills Series
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June 1, 2025 -Marlton Day on Main Street
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June 1, 2025 -Under Cover Music Fest
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June 1, 2025 -IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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June 1, 2025 -57th Annual Strawberry Festival
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June 1, 2025 -Shedfest Music Festival
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June 1, 2025 -LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Farm to Table Strawberry Pancake Breakfast at Alstede Farms
Sunday June 1 & 8, 2025 Join Us for Our Farm-to-Table Strawberry Pancake Breakfast at Alstede Farms! Celebrate the sweetness of the season with a hearty farm-fresh breakfast featuring our…
A Walk for a Lifetime
Spectrum360's a Walk for a Lifetime brings together families, friends, staff, alumni, and community sponsors to show their support of the students and adults who attend Spectrum360. Sunday, June 1st…
A Walk For A Lifetime
Spectrum360’s Walk for a Lifetime brings together families, friends, staff, and community sponsors to show their support of Spectrum360’s students and adults. This event includes a walk through Verona Park…
Car Show
Head to this fun event where the whole fam can check out the cool cars on display. There will also be a beer garden for the adults, food, live music,…
New Jersey Renaissance Faire
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…
Hasbrouck Heights Spring Fling Street Fair
The Hasbrouck Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce is the sponsor of the borough’s most popular spring event, held annually along the Boulevard. The Boulevard will be closed to vehicle traffic…
Renaissance Faire NJ
Take a step back into the 16th century at the Renaissance Faire, with lively shows, unique merchants, and delicious food. Kids can explore Nipper’s Nook with fun activities, including piñatas,…
Strawberry Festival
Love strawberries? Head to this festival, which boasts two locations, a hayride, strawberry picking, farm animals, face painting, and more. There will also be strawberry-themed goodies for sale. Cost: Ticket…
Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford
Watch the 19th-century historic Gristmill in action. Each free demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. Cost: Free 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ 08501
Hasbrouck Heights Street Fair
Enjoy live music and entertainment on two stages, delicious food from various food vendors, and loads of family fun, including the JC Kids Zone featuring carnival games, bouncy inflatables, and…
Historic Battery Lewis Tours
Come and tour the newly restored Historic Battery Lewis in the Rocky Point section of Hartshorne Wood Park. Learn all about the history of this former coastal defense site. Cost:…
FeatherFest 2025 at The Raptor Trust
You’ll get to see our raptors up close, play games, make fun crafts, and have a great time - all for an amazing cause! Spring and summer are TRT’s busiest…
FeatherFest
The 10th annual Raptor Trust event will be fun for the entire family. There will be games, gifts, auctions, raffles, food, and arts and crafts. Cost: Free The Raptor Trust,…
South Bound Brook Food Truck & Music Fest
Did someone say food trucks and music? This is a fun event filled with entertainment, delicious food from a variety of food trucks, and more. Cost: Free Memorial Park, South…
Garwood Rocks 2025
Bring the whole family out for live music, classic cars, food trucks, a beer and wine garden, and fun for the entire family. Cost: Free Center St. Garwood, NJ 07027
Williams Sonoma at MarketFair June Kitchen Skills Series
Come join us at MarketFair for Williams Sonoma cast-iron cooking classes with Lodge Blacklock every Sunday starting June 1 at 11 a.m. Classes are free when reserving your spot and…
Marlton Day on Main Street
From food trucks and ice cream to a beer garden and tons of fun, this event is one you won’t want to miss. Cost: Free Main Street, Marlton, NJ 08053
Under Cover Music Fest
South Orange Downtown is turning up the volume on Sunday, June 1, from 12–8 PM at the Sloan Street Lot (12 Sloan St, South Orange, NJ) for Under Cover Music…
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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.…
57th Annual Strawberry Festival
This festival is one of the largest events in Montgomery Township, organized by a local Boy Scout Troop. Delicious strawberry desserts will be served, and entertainment will delight the whole…
Shedfest Music Festival
This outdoor music festival is also a fundraiser for Raritan Headwaters and includes local bands, delicious food, and enjoying the peacefulness of nature at the wildlife preserve. Cost: $39.19 per…
LEAD Fest Carnival at Garden State Plaza
Bring the whole family to a carnival to kick off the season. Enjoy a day full of food, rides, and entertainment at Garden State Plaza at this carnival, which benefits…