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Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids: Toyland Festival, New Year's Eve Splash, December 28-January 1
Kiss 2015 goodbye and give a warm welcome to 2016 this week! While the kids are on winter break, make their last week of the year a memorable one, with fun activities like Morris Museum’s Toyland Family Festival and Frelinghuysen Arboretum’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt. Then, New Year’s Eve, plus the next day, are family affairs at festivities including New Year’s Eve at iPlay America, New Year’s Eve Splash at Adventure Aquarium and New Year’s Day Kids Party. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more options!
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Monday, December 28th
Northern NJ:
Toyland Family Festival (Morristown)
If you’re over shopping for toys, here’s a fun opportunity to get creative and make your own! Morris Museum invites little ones to create toys that include a penguin puppet, a miniature toy wagon, an animal from recycled materials, and much more. Plus, enjoy a Touch the Music performance.
Southern NJ:
School’s Out, ISC is Open (Cherry Hill)
Burn some winter break energy at International Sports, Skating & Fun Centre, featuring skating, a bounce house, funzone and pizza.
Tuesday, December 29th
Northern NJ:
Winter Hand Building Workshop (Madison)
Kids are welcome to make their own winter themed pottery project at Madison Mud Clay Studio. Choose from a snowflake plate, a winter scene relief plaque or anything related to the season. Caregivers are welcome to stay or drop off children ages 5 and up.
Central NJ:
Winter Fun Day (Flemington)
Bouncing, rock wall climbing and relay races are all part of the fun at Gymnastics Unlimited winter break event. Recommended for ages 4-13.
Wednesday, December 30th
Northern NJ:
Holiday Scavenger Hunt (Morristown)
Pack up your camera or phone and visit Frelinghuysen Arboretum for a Walking in Winter Wonderland scavenger hunt. Explore the arboretum and gardens while searching for items on your list. You may even win a prize.
Jersey Shore:
Baby/Toddler Storytime Series (Eatontown)
Spend a fun and free morning with your tots at Eatontown Public Library’s interactive storytime, featuring books, songs and playtime. FREE
Thursday, December 31st
Jersey Shore:
New Year’s Eve at iPlay America (Freehold)
Spend an energetic New Year’s Eve with the family at iPlay America. Package includes unlimited rides and attractions, party favors, prizes and giveaways. A dinner package is available as well. Free for toddlers.
Southern NJ:
New Year’s Eve Splash at Adventure Aquarium (Camden)
Dive into the new year at Adventure Aquarium with attractions the whole family will enjoy, such as the shark tunnel, a twilight visit with the animals and even fireworks over the Delaware River. Festivities are included with general admission.
Friday, January 1st
Northern NJ:
New Year’s Day Spa Experience (East Hanover)
Kids can start off the year in style at Parteaz, where luxuries include manicures, mini facials, spa masks and crafts. Pizza and ice cream sundaes will be served.
Central NJ:
New Year’s Day Kids Party (Woodbridge)
Party like it’s 2016 at Kidz Village, featuring open play, dancing, pizza and cake. The event also takes place at the Kenilworth location.
