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2/14/25 - By Laurie Rein

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this Presidents Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for the long holiday weekend.

This long weekend is full of heart, kicking off with Valentine's Day and ending with Monday in honor of Presidents Day. Celebrate an Old-Fashioned Valentine's Day with sleigh rides and crafts at Howell Living History Farm. Keep busy over the extended weekend at Trailside Nature & Science Center's February Festivities and with a visit to Hoboken's new Star Light Star Bright Installation. 

Find more fun to fill the long weekend, and any additional days off, on our list of 25 things to do over the February Winter Break.

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The Road to the Big Game at The Paley Museum

New York, NY
Through Sunday, March 30
Celebrate Super Bowl LIX with The Paley Museum’s blockbuster exhibit, The Road to the Big Game: New Orleans. Held in partnership with the NFL and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, see artifacts like the NY Giants' Lombardi Trophy, a signed Jets helmet, Tom Brady game balls, championship rings, legendary commercials, iconic halftime shows, trivia, and more. READ MORE

Extreme Edison at New Jersey Hall of Fame

East Rutherford
Daily through Monday, February 17
It's a birthday celebration for Thomas Edison, and everyone's invited! New Jersey Hall of Fame hosts week-long festivities in honor of this New Jersey legend, featuring interactive exhibits, educational discussions, and hands-on activities that highlight Edison’s remarkable contributions. READ MORE

New Jersey Boat Sale & Expo at New Jersey Convention and Expo Center

Edison
Thursday, February 13-Sunday, February 16
With hundreds of boats on display and children's activities galore, there's something for everyone at the New Jersey Boat Sale & Expo. The Kid's Cove features a scavenger hunt, face painting, crafts and a turtle tank. READ MORE

Warner Bros. Discovery Presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

Red Bank
Friday, February 14-Sunday, February 16
Celebrate Looney Tunes and its legendary stars, including Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Sylvester, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, and Bugs Bunny. Don’t miss extraordinary musical scores performed live by the New Jersey Symphony as all the action unfolds on the big screen. READ MORE

Valentine's Family Bundle at iPlay America

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Friday, February 14
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February Festivities at Trailside

Mountainside
Saturday, February 15
The Union County Trailside & Nature Center hosts fun February festivities that include a magic show, a laser light show, scavenger hunt, maple sugaring and more. READ MORE

Old-Fashioned Valentine's Day

Lambertville – FREE
Saturday, February 15
Valentine's Day has an old-fashioned appeal at Howell Living History Museum. Hop on a sleigh or carriage ride through the farm's wintery landscape. Swing by the farmhouse for soup and a craft. READ MORE

Winter Beach Blast at the Ocean County Mall

Toms River – FREE
Saturday, February 15
Get a taste of summer in the winter at Ocean County Mall. The summery fun includes crafts, giant Twister, dancing and more.  READ MORE

Mommy & Me Valentine's Tea Party at Casino Pier Arcade

Seaside Heights
Saturday, February 15
Bring your special Valentine to a tea party with special princesses. Enjoy a special mommy & me heart shaped pizza, treats and "tea" together followed by singing and dancing with the princesses, plus bracelet making. READ MORE

Lunar New Year Celebration at the Ramsey Senior Center

Ramsey – FREE
Saturday, February 15
Welcome the Year of the Snake with cultural performances, activities and light refreshments. Watch a variety of traditional cultural performances, plus enjoy arts, crafts, riddles and games. READ MORE

Paddy O’Laddy’s Kindness Kickoff at Moxie Salon

Ridgewood – FREE
Sunday, February 16
Paddy O’Laddy’s Kindness Kickoff celebrates the launch of Paddy O'Laddy, a leprechaun doll that spreads the magic of kindness every St. Patrick’s Day season. Activities include temporary green hair dye ($5), green and gold clip-in hair accessories ($10), face painting, temporary tattoos and Paddy O’Laddy-themed cookies. READ MORE

World Whale Day at Jenkinson's Aquarium

Point Pleasant
Sunday, February 16
This day is celebrated to raise awareness about the challenges whales face and to promote their conservation. Learn all about these amazing marine mammals through crafts, activities, chats, and more. READ MORE

School's Out: Art Meets Science at METC

Madison
Monday, February 17
Enjoy the day off from school in a place where science and art collide.    READ MORE

Maker Mondays Kids Craft Hour at Jake Branch County Park Nature Center

Beechwood – FREE
Monday, February 17
Drop by the nature center on select Mondays for nature-inspired crafts. Registration is not required. READ MORE

Star Light Star Bright Installation in Hoboken

Hoboken – FREE
Daily through Saturday, May 31
Experience Hoboken's brilliant and immersive exhibition, Star Light Star Bright,  a cheerful, eye-catching structure along the Hoboken waterfront, providing a burst of color and light to the public park. READ MORE

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Laurie Rein
Laurie Rein is passionate about finding fun (especially free!) activities for her twin daughters. Before joining Mommy Poppins New Jersey, Laurie worked in the television industry, with roles as an NBC page, copywriter, affiliate liaison for The Rosie O'Donnell Show, and research manager for CBS.
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