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Bundle up for a Winter Hike at Cheesequake State Park. Photo by Ali Chandra

Things To Do in New Jersey This Weekend and Beyond: Petting Zoo, Winter Hikes, and More

Get outside for nature hikes, pony rides, and more seasonal picks.

Hit the slops indoors a Big Snow inside American Dream Mall. Photo courtesy of Big Snow American Dream

20 Winter Day Trips For NJ Families

If hibernating isn't an option, check out these winter day trip destinations.

Embrace the chill and explore the great outdoors with the help of the staff at Tenafly Nature Center. Photo courtesy of the center

NJ Winter Fun List: 30+ Things To Do With Kids

Here are our picks to cure cabin fever this winter.

Snow tubers hurtle from top to bottom at exhilarating speeds at Mount Peter.

Top Snow Tubing Spots for New Jersey Families

These eight snow tubing parks in and around NJ offer cold-weather thrills.

Palmer Square's picturesque ice skating rink is made of synthetic Glice.

Top Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in New Jersey

These outdoor rinks have reopened for the season.

30 Days of Indoor Activities for Kids

Games, baking projects, and crafts galore will entertain all ages.

At-Home Guide for Families: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

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Party hats and pretty punch make virtual birthday celebrations special.

Virtual and Social Distancing Birthday Party Ideas for Kids

Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?

Explore the easy trails at Eagle Rock Reservation and you might just find something new. Photo by Judith San Pedro Belmonte

10 Favorite NJ Parks and Reservations with Fun for Kids

Have a nature adventure with hiking, fishing, picnicking, and more!

Come on out and have some family ski fun at Mountain Creek!

Family-Friendly Skiing and Snowboarding Spots Around NJ

Get the whole crew slope-ready at these nearby ski mountains and resorts.

Guide to Family Day Trips in New Jersey

New Jersey has tons to offer, from museums to beaches, state parks to cute main streets. We help...

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Presidential Inauguration, photo by Staff Sgt. Mark Fayloga/DVIDSHUB.net/CC-BY-2.0

Free Virtual Events in January: Presidential Inauguration, Martin Luther King Celebrations, and Online Festivals

A new year, and we're such pros at virtual that we can Zoom celebrate a new president, MLK, and...

Dig out the beach toys and use them for playing with snow!

40 Outdoor Activities for Kids this Winter

These activities will have kids begging to play outside this winter!

Snow day activities keep kids' hands busy all day!

45 Snow Day Boredom Busters for Kids

Keep them happily entertained on a snow day before sledding begins.

Boredom Busters for Kids

Crafts, recipes, games, projects, and experiments to spark kids' imaginations!

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Fight the restlessness of quarantine, join in for LIVE ONLINE YogiKids classes held every day, twice a day!!! Photo courtesy of Yogi Nation

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in New Jersey

Find great playgrounds for your New Jersey kids, nature trails, hiking in our many state parks and...

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The Jackson Jungle Playground offers a maze of towers to climb and explore. Photo by Brittany Bates

New Jersey Playgrounds Cool Enough for Big Kids

These eight NJ romping spots prove playgrounds aren't just for little kids.

Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These programs teach kids how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

Learn how to make DIY shrinky-dinks with SpongeBob and Friends. Photo courtesy of Nickelodeon

50 Totally Free Printable Activities for Kids

These fun printable activities build creativity and get kids offline.

Help your kids develop their creative side with art classes

Guide to Classes for New Jersey Kids

Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in New Jersey, from fully virtual enrichment...

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Visit the petting zoo at Alstede Farms for a chance to meet the animals. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala

Cream of the Crop: 10 Best Farms for Family Fun and Entertainment in NJ

Apple picking, animals, hayrides, festivals, games, and more await at these NJ farms.

Boonton's "Little Niagara" is an easily accessible waterfall in Grace Lord Park. Photo courtesy of Boonton, NJ

Easy Waterfall Hikes for Families in Northern NJ

Find the best spots to go chasing waterfalls in northern NJ with kids!

Explore the undersea world of Federico Uribe: Animalia at the Montclair Art Museum.

Best Kid-Friendly Museums in Northern New Jersey

Learn about art, science, music, and history at these kid-friendly museums.

These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..

30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.

Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, Connecticut with Kids: Top Things to Do on a Weekend Getaway

With its charming seaport and renowned aquarium, Mystic, CT offers year-round family fun.

Jeffrey Gibson; 'Because Once You Enter My House It Becomes Our House;' 2020; Courtesy the Artist; Socrates Sculpture Park; Sikkema Jenkins & Co., NY; Kavi Gupta, Chicago; Roberts Projects, LA; Image by Scott Lynch

Outdoor Art Day Trips Near NYC

Spend a day enjoying spectacular sculptures at these outdoor art spots.

Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.

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Meet the giraffes at Six Flags Safari Off-Road Adventure. Photo courtesy of Six Flags Great Adventure

The Best NJ Zoos and Aquariums for Animal Encounters with Kids

Treat the kids to an animal adventure at NJ's amazing zoos, aquariums, and preserves.

Free Online Classes For Kids: Science, Art, Fitness, and More Free Enrichment

In a year when summer slide feels like it started in March, free online classes save the day!

Jersey Shore Family Guide

Find your favorite beach, boardwalk, and kid-friendly fun down the Shore.

High Point State Park provides a family-friendly atmosphere, with hiking, fishing, boating, and lake swimming during the summer. Photo courtesy of the High Point State Park, Division of Parks and Forestry

Best Family Campgrounds in New Jersey

Experience the great outdoors as a family at one of these 12 great campgrounds.

Historic Cold Spring Village hosts family-friendly events throughout the year, including the Seafarers Weekend in August. Photo courtesy of the village

Historic Villages in NJ That Are Fun for Kids and Families

Unplug and take a day trip back in time to learn about life in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their "magic."

Guide to Science Experiments for Kids and Fun STEM Activities

Easy at-home experiments and STEM activities to have fun and learn something new.

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25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers

DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.

Baby Guide for New and Expecting New Jersey Parents

Find classes, support groups, and even birth centers with this NJ baby guide.

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65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age

It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.

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Top Snow Tubing Spots for New Jersey Families

These eight snow tubing parks in and around NJ offer cold-weather thrills.

Top Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in New Jersey

These outdoor rinks have reopened for the season.

New Jersey Playgrounds Cool Enough for Big Kids

These eight NJ romping spots prove playgrounds aren't just for little kids.

New Jersey Winter Fun and Activity Guide for Families

All the best events and activities this winter in New Jersey, from outdoor sports to indoor play .

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Kids can test their strength and skill on the Warrior Course at Urban Air Adventure Park.

Indoor Obstacle Courses, Ninja Warrior Training, and Aerial Arts for NJ Kids

Find high-flying fun at these indoor NJ spots, from obstacle courses to circus arts.

A perfect companion to a High Point State Park visit, stop by the nearby Tri-States Monument, marking the intersection of the Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York state lines.

Visit High Point State Park For Epic Views and All-Seasons Recreation

Plan a day trip to this New Jersey gem and an off-the-beaten path monument.

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