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Best NJ Swimming Pools with Day Passes for Families and Kids

You don't have to be a member or a resident to cool off at these NJ swimming pools!

30 Super-Fun Summer Day Trips for New Jersey Families

Beaches, boardwalks, parks, nature preserves, and more—get ready for a summer day trip, NJ!

Best Water Playgrounds and Splash Pads in New Jersey

On a hot day, cool off at one of these sweet splash playgrounds. Check out more than 30 of our NJ...

Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May

The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere. Check out our list of the best!

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...

Great Amusement Parks for Preschoolers and Toddlers in New Jersey

These NJ amusement parks offer fun that's just the right size for little ones.

Cute New Jersey Beach Towns To Explore with Kids

These quaint, kid-friendly Jersey Shore towns have oodles of beachy charm.

New Fun Spots for Kids Opening at the Jersey Shore

More than a dozen new places for food and fun are coming to the shore this summer!

25 Fun Things To Do with Kids in Long Branch, New Jersey

Enjoy beaches, playgrounds, a skate park, FREE entertainment, and plenty of great eats in Long...

Free Beaches in New Jersey: No-Cost Family Fun in the Sun

Soak up the sun at NJ's beautiful, budget-friendly beaches by the ocean, lakes, and bays.

15 Awesome Water Parks for New Jersey Kids and Families

Keep kids cool all summer at these family-favorite NJ water parks.

100+ Free Things To Do with Kids This Summer in New Jersey

From free outdoor movies to festivals and beach parties, enjoy summer fun in NJ without going broke.

Free Summer Outdoor Movies for New Jersey Families

See family-favorite flicks for FREE this summer throughout NJ.

Pick-Your-Own Blueberries and More NJ Berry Farms for Families

Celebrate the official state fruit of NJ at these blueberry farms and festivals!

Jersey Shore Family Guide

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

100 Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids Before They Grow Up

From indoor play to awesome parks and beaches, there's tons of incredible stuff to do in NJ.

August GoList: Best Things To Do with New Jersey Kids

Check out our family-fun picks for NJ kids in August, from hot-air balloons to pirate battles.

The Best Lakes for Swimming with Kids in New Jersey

New Jersey has some of the best swimming lakes in the Northeast. These 12 top our list.

Get Merry and Go Round on Unique Carousels with NJ Kids

We've rounded up 15 of the most charming merry-go-rounds in and around NJ.

10 Great Beachfront Playgrounds in New Jersey

Swing, climb, and slide in the sand at these awesome oceanfront playgrounds down the Shore.

Long Beach Island with Kids: Best Things to Eat, See, and Do

Clean, calm beaches plus plenty of family fun make NJ's Long Beach Island a must-visit.

Ocean City: Family-Friendly Summer Fun on the Jersey Shore

Head down to the "happiest seaside town in America" for a fun family getaway this summer.

Island Beach State Park: A Haven for Nature-Loving Beachgoers

This gorgeous, quiet beach offers Jersey Shore fun minus the crowds.

Best July Fairs and Festivals for New Jersey Families

Find rides, music, food, and even hot-air balloons at 25+ fairs and festivals across NJ this July.

Great NJ Gardens and Lush Arboretums To Explore with Kids

We're not known as the Garden State for nothing!

Festivals, Fairs, and Free Seasonal Fun

100+ Free Things To Do with New Jersey Kids this Summer

From free outdoor movies to festivals and beach parties, enjoy summer fun in NJ without going broke!READ MORE

20+ August Fairs and Festivals for New Jersey Families

Celebrate hot-air balloons, peaches, butterflies, music, and more at NJ festivals this month.READ MORE

Free Summer Outdoor Movies for New Jersey Families

See family-favorite flicks for FREE this summer throughout NJ.READ MORE

Free Beaches in New Jersey: No-Cost Family Fun in the Sun

Soak up the sun at NJ's beautiful, budget-friendly beaches by the ocean, lakes, and bays.READ MORE

25 Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long

Splish-splash! We've got 25 fun water games to try with the kids.READ MORE

100 Things To Do in New Jersey with Kids Before They Grow Up

From indoor play to awesome parks and beaches, there's tons of incredible stuff to do in NJ.READ MORE

Beaches, Parks, and Pools

15 Awesome Water Parks for New Jersey Kids and Families

Keep kids cool all summer at these family-favorite NJ water parks.READ MORE

Best of Asbury Park Beach and Boardwalk for Kids and Families

You'll definitely want to put this classic beach spot on your summer to-do list.READ MORE

Jersey Shore Family Guide

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

Visiting Sandy Hook Beach with Kids

Easy to reach with a beautiful beach: Here's why Sandy Hook should be your next summer day trip.READ MORE

The Best Lakes for Swimming with Kids in New Jersey

New Jersey has some of the best swimming lakes in the Northeast. These 12 top our list. READ MORE

Best Tubing and Rafting for New Jersey Families

Grab the family and gear up for a relaxing float or a thrilling ride at these NJ-area tubing...READ MORE

Summer Activities

Where To Rent Paddleboats and Rowboats in New Jersey

Get out on the water for family boating fun at NJ's scenic lakes and parks.READ MORE

Best Miniature Golf Courses for New Jersey Kids and Families

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

10 Great Beachfront Playgrounds in New Jersey

Swing, climb, and slide in the sand at these awesome oceanfront playgrounds down the Shore.READ MORE

13 Exciting Boat Rides for Families in New Jersey

Find adventure on the high and low seas of New Jersey with family boat rides, tours, and cruises!READ MORE

Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in New Jersey

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

Best Family Campgrounds in New Jersey

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

Day Trip and Travel Ideas

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...READ MORE

30 Super-Fun Summer Day Trips for New Jersey Families

Beaches, boardwalks, parks, nature preserves, and more—get ready for a summer day trip, NJ!READ MORE

Great Amusement Parks for Preschoolers and Toddlers in New Jersey

These NJ amusement parks offer fun that's just the right size for little ones.READ MORE

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.READ MORE

Jersey Shore Boardwalks and Amusement Parks for Family Fun

NJ's iconic boardwalks offer everything from rides and arcades to water parks and aquariums. 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 10 NJ-area adventure courses.READ MORE

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Affordable Summer Camps for New Jersey Kids

We've got 15 summer camp options that won't empty your wallet.READ MORE

20+ STEM Summer Camps for New Jersey Kids

Nearly two dozen camps where kids can learn coding, robotics, engineering, and more.READ MORE

Special Needs Summer Camps in New Jersey

These camps offer traditional summer fun, plus therapeutic activities, social skills training, and...READ MORE

Top Summer Day Camps for New Jersey Kids

These popular NJ-area day camps offer tons of summer fun.READ MORE

Free STEM Summer Camp from Girls Who Code Opens Registration

This FREE summer program for teen girls is running in major cities, such as NYC, LA, and Boston.READ MORE

Summer Theater Camps for New Jersey Kids

These NJ performing arts camps shine a spotlight on budding stars.READ MORE