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North Pole - various times
North Pole - various times
North Pole - various times
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Mostly Fun & Free Things To Do With NJ Kids This Weekend July 5-6: Nature Walk, Blueberry Bash, Snow White & More!
After the big family barbecues and firework shows that mark our 4th of July celebrations, you might be tempted to just put your feet up and relax a bit this coming weekend. And while there’s certainly nothing wrong with that, if you’re looking for more family fun (or a way to entertain the restless kiddos) Jersey still has some great events going on. Check out the always popular Blueberry Bash at Terhune Orchards, bring your little ones to explore the Clifford the Big Red Dog exhibit at Liberty Science Center or take a laid back summer hike at Tenafly Nature Center.
Also, you can check out the full list of weekend activities on our Event Calendar, and don't forget, we've declared this summer to be the Summer of Play! So what are you waiting for? Get out there, make playhouses out of cardboard, count birds and flowers on your street, paint masterpieces with sidewalk chalk, and turn your lawn into a gameboard. Looking for some inspiration? We can get you started with a list of 100 Ways to Play.
Now, play is its own reward, but there’s no reason we can’t sweeten the pot. Share your summer fun ideas, photos, and tips on social media and we just might return the favor with some fun-makin' gear. Let the hashtags begin!
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Blueberry Bash (Princeton, NJ)
Our beloved Terhune Orchards is celebrating "everything blueberry." Wander through "pick-your-own" blueberry bushes, picking a container to take home; relax on a wagon ride around the farm. Enjoy pony rides, children's games, face painting, music and lots of tasty blueberry treats - blueberry muffins, blueberry cobbler, blueberry tea and blueberry salsa. And your little guys will enjoy the puppet show presented by Tuckers' Tales Puppet Theatre at 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m both days.
Camden Waterfront Freedom Festival (Camden, NJ)
Keep the 4th of July celebration going at the Camden Waterfront Freedom Festival this Saturday and Sunday. Stroll along the Delaware River and take in awesome views of the Philly skyline as you listen to live music, sample local eats and watch their daily fireworks show.
Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog (Jersey City, NJ)
Inspired by the popular PBS Kids series, Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog transports Liberty Science Center visitors to Birdwell Island. Toddlers and preschoolers will get to interact at hands on stations that reinforce "Clifford's Big Ideas" - ten simple, tangible life lessons that help children navigate their world, such as Share, Play Fair and Be Truthful.
Saturday, July 5th
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Beach Haven, NJ)
Heigh ho, heigh ho! For a dose of song and dance down the shore, head to the Surflight Theatre and take in a performance of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Travel deep into the woods with Snow White and her forest friends with this upbeat, family-friendly take on the classic story we know and love.
Explore the Farm (Morristown, NJ)
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm always has something fun and educational happening and this weekend is no exception. Bring the whole gang to check out their ‘Explore the Farm’ horse-drawn wagon ride. With an emphasis on sustainability, the interpretive trip around the beautiful property explores the methods, equipment, crops and enterprises of Fosterfields in the early 1900s.
Sunday, July 6th
Guided Nature Walk (Tenafly, NJ)
Wind down the holiday weekend with a relaxing family hike at Tenafly Nature Center. Families with children ages 4 & up can sign up for this moderately paced hike through the center’s trails. Your guide will lead your group through a sensory experience of the summer in New Jersey, answering questions and pointing out seasonal plants and animals.
Zimmerli Art Museum Free Sundays (New Brunswick, NJ)
Did you know? The Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University offers free admission to families on the first Sunday of every month. Start your day with a complimentary tour of the museum with an experienced guide before signing up for the scavenger hunt. Little ones will love Studio Z, a learning space just for younger kids, including their Junior Curator program.
Princeton Show Jumping Family Days (Princeton, NJ)
If you’ve got equestrian lovers in the house, this one’s definitely for you! Hunter Farms North is hosting family days throughout the summer where the kiddos can take in a professional jumping competition. Stick around after for free pony rides, a petting zoo, a dog agility demonstration and face painting too.
Check out our GO NJ List, with our top picks of awesome things to do for kids in the upcoming month; GO JULY is hot off the presses!
And don't forget: We have additional activity listings in our Event Calendar. And if you are heading into NYC for the weekend make sure you visit the New York City Mommy Poppins events calendar to get the latest on all the fun to be had NYC-style.
