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Ride the waves with some of DreamWorks Animation’s memorable characters at DreamWorks Water Park in the American Dream Mall. Photo courtesy of American Dream

Splash and Slide at Indoor Water Parks For New Jersey Families

Summertime fun in the middle of winter is just a drive away at these indoor water parks.

Climb, bounce, and jump at Urban Air, with three (soon to be four) NJ locations. Photo courtesy of the park

Trampoline Parks and Bounce Houses Where NJ Kids Can Get Aerial

We've rounded up more than a dozen of the best (and bounciest) spots for jumping fun in NJ.

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.

Work together to solve clues at NJ escape rooms like Puzzle Out.

Family-Friendly Escape Rooms in New Jersey

Work together to solve clues at one of NJ's family-friendly escape rooms.

Kids and parents will love the 90-degree pool at Goldfish Swim School, which is open several times a week for family swim.

Indoor Swimming Pools for New Jersey Families

Beat the winter blues with an indoor pool day!

Enter the massive arcade at iPlay America for hours of fun.

Best New Jersey Arcades To Visit with the Kids

From Frogger to virtual reality, these top NJ arcades blend old and new for timeless family fun.

Clary Anderson Arena in Montclair offers public skating hours seven days a week.

Where To Go Ice Skating Indoors with Kids in NJ

More than 20 NJ rinks that are perfect for an indoor skating sesh with the kids.

Colonial bowling has smaller, lightweight balls for younger kids.

Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New Jersey

The best NJ bowling alleys, from classic lanes to high-tech bells and whistles.

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.

Laser Tag and Paintball in New Jersey with Kids

Run, hide, and dodge laser beams (or paint pellets) at these NJ laser tag and paintball arenas.

Golf with friends at The Funplex! Photo courtesy the company

Best Mini Golf in New Jersey for Kids and Families

NJ is home to more than 50 mini-golf courses! Here are 25 of our faves.

New Jersey Roller Skating Rinks: Roll With It, Baby!

Get the kids moving, and relive part of your childhood, at one of these roller rinks.

Pump It Up is known for parties, but it also offers daily open-jump sessions. Photo courtesy of Pump It Up

Top 12 Indoor Play Spaces for Kids Across New Jersey

Slide, swing, climb, and bounce your heart out at these action-packed NJ mega-fun spots.

Spend the day exploring the Liberty Science Center. Photo courtesy of LSC

Indoor Activities: 30 Ways To Spend a Rainy Day in NJ

From skating and mini-golf to painting and high tea, there's plenty to do when it's wet outside.

Have a bouncing birthday party at Pump it Up.

Indoor Party Spots with Mega Playgrounds for NJ Kids' Birthdays

Where to throw an action-packed birthday party for your winter baby.

25 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

Try our list of 25 easy indoor exercise ideas to get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

Build an Indoor Obstacle Course for Kids in 7 Easy Steps

Standard household items make this obstacle course a breeze to design.

Dave & Buster's Opens Its Second NJ Location in Wayne

The new family-friendly gaming hot spot opened today in Wayne's Willowbrook Mall.

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.

New Kids' Gym in Paramus Lets NJ Parents Drop and Shop

PopFit Kids offers fitness fun for toddlers to tweens at Paramus Park Mall.

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Clary Anderson Arena in Montclair offers public skating hours seven days a week.

Where To Go Ice Skating Indoors with Kids in NJ

More than 20 NJ rinks that are perfect for an indoor skating sesh with the kids. READ MORE

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.READ MORE

Ski on real snow at BIG SNOW, American Dream's indoor ski park. Photo courtesy of American Dream

Indoor Ski and Snow Park Opens at American Dream in New Jersey

Big SNOW is North America's only real-snow indoor park.READ MORE

New Jersey Roller Skating Rinks: Roll With It, Baby!

Get the kids moving, and relive part of your childhood, at one of these roller rinks.READ MORE

Colonial bowling has smaller, lightweight balls for younger kids.

Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New Jersey

The best NJ bowling alleys, from classic lanes to high-tech bells and whistles.READ MORE

Goldfish Swim School offers classes for children ages 4 months to 12 years.

Swim Lessons and Classes for New Jersey Kids

Help your little one learn to be safe and have fun in the water at one of these NJ swim schools.READ MORE

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Xtreme Energy, which opened in Englewood, NJ, in fall 2019, offers fun for toddlers to teens.

Find High-Energy Fun at North Jersey's New Indoor Action Center

Xtreme Energy in Englewood lets kids go wild with foam pits, rope courses, trampolines, and more.READ MORE

My kids were thrilled to meet SpongeBob Square Pants during our visit Nickelodeon Universe.

American Dream's Nickelodeon Universe Lives up to the Hype

Read all about our recent visit to the Western Hemisphere's biggest indoor theme park.READ MORE

Newly Opened iFLY in Paramus Offers High-Flying Fun for NJ Families

Experience the thrill of flight at NJ's first indoor skydiving facility.READ MORE

New Sky Zone in Springfield Lets NJ Kids Grab Some Air

A new bounce spot? Yes, please!READ MORE

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Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for New Jersey Kids

Best play spaces, bowling, obstacle courses, museums, and more NJ spots for when bad weather...READ MORE

Pick Your Own Guide to Farms in New Jersey

Apple picking spots, hayrides, baby animals, pumpkin patches, and more fun at NJ farms.READ MORE

New Jersey Amusement Parks and Water Parks Guide

New Jersey is loaded with fun amusement parks all up and down the shore, but inland, too. We've got...READ MORE

Guide to Museums and Art for New Jersey Kids

The ultimate guide to the best museums, galleries & exhibits for kids in New Jersey - plus insider...READ MORE

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Private Playtime: 12 NJ Indoor Play Spaces to Book For Your Pod or Play Date

Give your pod or play group a cool surprise by booking one of these spots. READ MORE

Top Indoor Play Spaces in New Jersey Open Now

These indoor play spaces have reopened with safety protocols in place. READ MORE

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. READ MORE

Best New Jersey Arcades To Visit with the Kids

From Frogger to virtual reality, these top NJ arcades blend old and new for timeless family fun. READ MORE

Zip Lines and Adventure Ropes Courses for Kids in and Around NJ

Soar through the treetops and test your climbing skills at these 12 NJ-area adventure courses. READ MORE

Exceptional Explorers Play Space Debuts in Livingston

From story times to remote learning support, this play space caters to all ages. READ MORE

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