Monster Jam, Soup Tasting, and More Things To Do this Weekend in New Jersey

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Monster Jam will be crushing it at the Prudential Center. Photo courtesy of Feld Entertainment

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

This last full weekend of January will please your palate with some delicious options, including a variety of sweets and children's activities at Dessertopia in Morritown, and a yummy soup sampling at Alstede Farms' Free Soup Tasting Weekend.

Plus, massive trucks take the stage at the action-packed Monster Jam at Prudential Center. 

Read on for all our top picks for the weekend ahead!

Top Things To Do This Weekend in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with Kids

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Check out the train show at at Hudson Park Children's Greenhouse. Photo via Hudson Park Children's Greenhouse's Facebook page

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are our editors' picks for the best family-friendly events and activities!

Winter-loving families can celebrate the ice harvest with live ice sculpting demonstrations, igloos, campfires, and more this weekend at the Knickerbocker Ice Festival in scenic Rockland Lake State Park. Or, if you prefer to enjoy winter indoors, where it's warm, check out Shake it Off's Frostival, with bouncing, interactive music, and a visit from Olaf.

Families are also invited to enjoy a free play session at the grand opening of Cloudbound, a brand-new indoor play space for babies and toddlers in New Rochelle.

Theatre for Youth, A Wrinkle in Time, Storytime & Skate, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

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This is the last weekend to see A Wrinkle In Time and you shouldn't miss it! Photo courtesy of The Arden Theater Company

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

Keep the winter blues away with these events in and around Philly. Check out the Curtis Symphony Orchestra: Osmo Conducts Bartók or Live at the Lane presents: Theatre for Youth! For more theater fun, don't miss A Wrinkle in Time at the Arden Theater. Head to the riverfront for Storytime and Skate with Characters. Franklin Square Park transforms into a Winter Wonderland for two events on Saturday: Ice Princess Night & Brunch. Whatever you do, don't miss a thing.

 

We Tried Times Square’s New Interactive Games—Here’s Who They’re Best For

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With lights, buzzers, nametags, and a real-life host, The Great Big Game Show feels like a live production! Photo courtesy of The Great Big Game Show

New York City is no stranger to immersive entertainment—from Broadway shows and museums to pop-ups and interactive experiences. Families looking for hands-on, high-energy fun that's completely new and different now have a reason to head to Times Square. Two major attractions—The Great Big Game Show and The Escape Game—have officially opened inside the iconic Brill Building, bringing next-level, tech-enabled play right into the heart of Midtown.

Built side-by-side, these million-dollar game environments blend cinematic set design, intuitive technology, and group-friendly challenges that feel part game show, part adventure. It’s a fresh way for families and friends to play together, especially if you’re looking to break out of the usual tourist loop.

For more Times Square fun, check out our list of what to do beyond the usual tourist spots and our picks for the best Times Square restaurants for families.

The Best VR Arcades in New Jersey for Kids

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New Jersey's best VR arcades, like Oasis VRX in Holmdel, offer an immersive gaming experience.

We love a good family day out, but now that the kids are getting older, the struggle is real. It’s so much harder to find an exciting spot that gives good vibes to my teen, hits with my younger kids, and doesn't leave us parents just standing on the sidelines. 

My kids have been craving a fresh experience lately. And I think I’ve officially found the holy grail: NJ virtual reality (VR) arcades. VR arcades for NJ kids are the perfect way to get everyone—even teens—excited for a family day.

Read on for our guide to the top VR arcades throughout New Jersey, and, for more indoor fun, be sure to check out our stories on NJ's best trampoline parks, indoor water parks, and bowling alleys. 

Best Cheap Places to Eat in NYC for Kids & Families (Under $10!) — Recs From Locals

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The Dram Shop serves up kid-pleasing eats in a family (and wallet) friendly atmosphere. Photo courtesy of Dram Shop

Eating out can be a fun family experience, but it can also become stressful—and expensive—quickly. That’s why we surveyed local parents to find the most delicious and affordable restaurants in NYC.

This list includes some popular spots and a few hidden gems. Each restaurant offers kid-approved meals for less than $10—plus reasonable, appetizing options for hard-working parents ready to let someone else be the short-order cook for a night. Bonus: Many of these restaurants offer FREE kids’ meals with a paying adult.

For more advice from frugal NYC locals, check out our list of free and cheap activities and tips for saving money across the city.

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