New Jersey Mom™ Event Calendar
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Messy Play in Basking Ridge
Covenant Chapel, 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge
Grow it Green Morristown’s Tyke Time – Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
Grow it Green Morristown Urban Farm 31 Hazel Street, Morristown
Gluten Free & Glorious Bread Making: Demo & Workshop
Table & Banter Market Test Kitchen 300 Connell Drive, Level 2, Berkeley Heights
Messy Play in Basking Ridge
Covenant Chapel, 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge
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
Grow it Green Morristown’s Tyke Time – Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
Grow it Green Morristown Urban Farm 31 Hazel Street, Morristown
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
Week of Events
Wine Down Summer
Wine Down Summer
Wine Down Summer Finds a Stunning New Home at Red Bank Battlefield Park, National Park, New Jersey. After 11 incredible years of hosting Wine Down Summer at RiverWinds in West…
Monday, August 18, 2025
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August 18, 2025 -The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Paranormal Books & Curiosities is a boutique destination located in the heart of historic downtown Asbury Park. Located at 621 Cookman Avenue, the shop offers a one-of-a-kind blend of paranormal…
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
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August 19, 2025 -MarketFair Summer Kids Club
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August 19, 2025 -The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
MarketFair Summer Kids Club
For interactive activities and entertainment, MarketFair will hold weekly summer kids clubs every Tuesday starting July 15 to August 19 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Families can participate in…
The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Paranormal Books & Curiosities is a boutique destination located in the heart of historic downtown Asbury Park. Located at 621 Cookman Avenue, the shop offers a one-of-a-kind blend of paranormal…
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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August 20, 2025 -Wheaton Wednesdays
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August 20, 2025 -South Orange Farmers Market
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August 20, 2025 -The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Wheaton Wednesdays
Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center is offering two free late Wednesdays this summer on July 16 and August 20. Experience the grounds for the extended hours of 11 a.m. to…
South Orange Farmers Market
Join South Orange Downtown to kick off the 34th season of the Farmers Market beginning Wednesday, June 4 with new hours from 1–6PM in the Sloan Street Parking Lot, South…
The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Paranormal Books & Curiosities is a boutique destination located in the heart of historic downtown Asbury Park. Located at 621 Cookman Avenue, the shop offers a one-of-a-kind blend of paranormal…
Thursday, August 21, 2025
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August 21, 2025 -Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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August 21, 2025 -Grow it Green Morristown’s Tyke Time – Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
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August 21, 2025 -Gluten Free & Glorious Bread Making: Demo & Workshop
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August 21, 2025 -Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
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August 21, 2025 -The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
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…
Grow it Green Morristown’s Tyke Time – Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
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…
Gluten Free & Glorious Bread Making: Demo & Workshop
No more bread envy - just fresh, warm, gluten-free goodness. Join Sheena, our Director of Bread Production, for a test kitchen demonstration where you’ll learn how to craft your own…
Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
Presented by Anouchka Bouglione, Cirque De Paris is returning to MarketFair August 21-August 31, 2025, for an enchanting 90-minute show where starting times vary. With an immersive pre-show and intermission…
The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Paranormal Books & Curiosities is a boutique destination located in the heart of historic downtown Asbury Park. Located at 621 Cookman Avenue, the shop offers a one-of-a-kind blend of paranormal…
Friday, August 22, 2025
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August 22, 2025 -Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair Fireworks
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August 22, 2025 -Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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August 22, 2025 -End of Summer Extravaganza
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August 22, 2025 -Car Show in the Park
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August 22, 2025 -Halsey Karaoke R&B Edition
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August 22, 2025 -Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
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August 22, 2025 -The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
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August 22, 2025 -August Planetarium Shows
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August 22, 2025 -Drive-In Movie Night
Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair Fireworks
This family-friendly event celebrates Hunterdon County’s rich agricultural landscape. You and your crew can check out the 4-H county fair farm activities, live music, fun games, thrilling carnival rides, and…
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…
End of Summer Extravaganza
Summer might be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Celebrate a memorable summer season with music, face painting, a petting zoo, a color…
Car Show in the Park
Gather your crew to walk among the vintage automobiles on display, with Hot Wheels car giveaways for the kids, and discount coupons to use in area restaurants. Cost: Free Ballard…
Halsey Karaoke R&B Edition
Come catch a vibe with us on Halsey! It's an R&B sing-a-long for the whole block! Join us August 22 for a FREE outdoor karaoke experience celebrating the best of…
Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
Presented by Anouchka Bouglione, Cirque De Paris is returning to MarketFair August 21-August 31, 2025, for an enchanting 90-minute show where starting times vary. With an immersive pre-show and intermission…
The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Paranormal Books & Curiosities is a boutique destination located in the heart of historic downtown Asbury Park. Located at 621 Cookman Avenue, the shop offers a one-of-a-kind blend of paranormal…
August Planetarium Shows
LAST CHANCE TO VOYAGE TO MARS AND PLUTO! The Longo Planetarium's schedule has been extended through August. The planetarium is featuring three great shows, including programs about Mars and Pluto.…
Drive-In Movie Night
Spend Friday night with the family for a drive-in movie featuring Dog Man: Mission Impawsible. Feel free to bring your own food or enjoy the refreshments that will be for…
Saturday, August 23, 2025
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August 23, 2025 -Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair Fireworks
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August 23, 2025 -Canal Day Music & Craft Festival
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August 23, 2025 -Manasquan Summerfest Craft Show
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August 23, 2025 -Bridgeton Peach Festival
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August 23, 2025 -Luau at Laurita Food Truck Festival
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August 23, 2025 -Wine Down Summer
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August 23, 2025 -Community Impact Day
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August 23, 2025 -IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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August 23, 2025 -Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Festival
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August 23, 2025 -August Planetarium Shows
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August 23, 2025 -Food Truck & Fireworks Festival
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August 23, 2025 -Grow it Green Morristown’s Tyke Time – Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
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August 23, 2025 -Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
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August 23, 2025 -The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair Fireworks
This family-friendly event celebrates Hunterdon County’s rich agricultural landscape. You and your crew can check out the 4-H county fair farm activities, live music, fun games, thrilling carnival rides, and…
Canal Day Music & Craft Festival
Teach the family some history at this summer festival in NJ—take a guided walking tour of the Morris Canal, travel down the waterway on a free boat ride, or prove…
Manasquan Summerfest Craft Show
Spend the day in Squan with unique crafters and artists, gourmet food, kid-friendly activities, and more. Cost: Free Squan Plaza, Abe Voorhees Dr., Manasquan, NJ 08736
Bridgeton Peach Festival
This event will host a peach fuzz contest for babies under one year old. Also, look out for many peach treats and decor from merchants and vendors. Cost: Parking is…
Luau at Laurita Food Truck Festival
Aloha—enjoy outstanding wines with friends and family, fire and hula dancers, and free hula lessons. Pair delicious wines with food from the on-site food trucks. Wine and dine while listening…
Wine Down Summer
Celebrate the end of summer with this fun festival that includes NJ wineries, food trucks, live music, crafters, and family time to enjoy the gorgeous August weather. Bring your own…
Community Impact Day
This day will be full of tons of fun for all ages, including unique goods from local vendors, cotton candy, basketball and football games, and face painting. Come together as…
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.…
Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Festival
The annual event has moved locations and changed names over the years, but it’s still the same live jazz and blues music. There will be kids’ activities, vendors, food trucks,…
August Planetarium Shows
LAST CHANCE TO VOYAGE TO MARS AND PLUTO! The Longo Planetarium's schedule has been extended through August. The planetarium is featuring three great shows, including programs about Mars and Pluto.…
Food Truck & Fireworks Festival
Inflatable rides, live music, vendors, and fireworks? Yes please. You will find all of this and more at this festival, which is a great way to spend quality time with…
Grow it Green Morristown’s Tyke Time – Fun on the Farm with Farmer Kim!
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…
Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
Presented by Anouchka Bouglione, Cirque De Paris is returning to MarketFair August 21-August 31, 2025, for an enchanting 90-minute show where starting times vary. With an immersive pre-show and intermission…
The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Paranormal Books & Curiosities is a boutique destination located in the heart of historic downtown Asbury Park. Located at 621 Cookman Avenue, the shop offers a one-of-a-kind blend of paranormal…
Sunday, August 24, 2025
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August 24, 2025 -Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair Fireworks
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August 24, 2025 -Bridgeton Peach Festival
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August 24, 2025 -Craft Show & Antique Corner
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August 24, 2025 -Luau at Laurita Food Truck Festival
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August 24, 2025 -9th Annual Rotary Family Fun Fest & Car Show
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August 24, 2025 -NJ Thoroughbred Festival
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August 24, 2025 -IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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August 24, 2025 -Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
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August 24, 2025 -The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
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August 24, 2025 -Movies On The Beach
Hunterdon County 4H and Agricultural Fair Fireworks
This family-friendly event celebrates Hunterdon County’s rich agricultural landscape. You and your crew can check out the 4-H county fair farm activities, live music, fun games, thrilling carnival rides, and…
Bridgeton Peach Festival
This event will host a peach fuzz contest for babies under one year old. Also, look out for many peach treats and decor from merchants and vendors. Cost: Parking is…
Craft Show & Antique Corner
Enjoy the summer weather at this outdoor event, featuring 125 exhibitors selling arts and crafts, florals, soaps, and more. Delicious food will be available while you shop. Cost: Free admission…
Luau at Laurita Food Truck Festival
Aloha—enjoy outstanding wines with friends and family, fire and hula dancers, and free hula lessons. Pair delicious wines with food from the on-site food trucks. Wine and dine while listening…
9th Annual Rotary Family Fun Fest & Car Show
Looking for something different to do this weekend? This annual event will feature live music, delicious food, 50/50 raffles, a vintage and unique car show, and more. The rain date…
NJ Thoroughbred Festival
Come out to Monmouth Park and spend the day celebrating New Jersey Thoroughbred racing. There will be family activities, live music, a giveaway, and more. Cost: $6 for general admission…
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.…
Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
Presented by Anouchka Bouglione, Cirque De Paris is returning to MarketFair August 21-August 31, 2025, for an enchanting 90-minute show where starting times vary. With an immersive pre-show and intermission…
The Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours
Paranormal Books & Curiosities is a boutique destination located in the heart of historic downtown Asbury Park. Located at 621 Cookman Avenue, the shop offers a one-of-a-kind blend of paranormal…
Movies On The Beach
Grab the whole family, your beach chairs, and enjoy a free movie on the beach. This week’s movie will be Sonic 3. Cost: Free Beach Patrol North Headquarters, Seaside Heights,…