Happy Mother’s Day, NJ moms! Beyond dining at the best brunch spots in northern NJ or the Jersey Shore, this weekend is teeming with fun activities for the entire family.

Round up your crew for a celebratory outing at Terhune Orchards for its Mother's Day Wine Trail Weekend, wander among the beautiful flowers at the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum, or make a special craft during Hooray for May! at the Center for Contemporary Art.

Moms also receive free amusement rides on Sunday at the Camden Children’s Garden and Morey’s Piers, or a free ice cream cone at Alstede Farms. You can get pampered at Parteaz’s spa tea party, or head to Monmouth Park Racetrack to try your luck while the kids play.

Prefer to keep it low-key (and low-stress) this weekend? Hit up your local playground so the kids can tire themselves out, or visit our Spring Fun Guide to find an activity to cross off your bucket list.

For even more fun events, check out our Events Calendar and May GoList. And don't forget! Help us pick New Jersey's BESTIES in all businesses categories, from pediatricians to the best play spaces. When you vote, you'll be entered to win one of two terrific prizes: a luxurious NYC getaway including a suite credit from Suiteness and a custom itinerary designed by Mommy Poppins herself, Anna Fader, or a two night stay for four at the Great Wolf Lodge in the Pocono Mountains. Vote today!

With all of the amazing bakeries in New Jersey, there’s no shortage of options when it comes to finding a cake for your kid’s birthday bash. But which ones are a cut above? We cake-tested our way across northern New Jersey (somebody had to do it!) to find show-stopping sweets that take the cake!

Whether you want ice cream, gluten-free goodies, or a 3-D replica of your child’s favorite TV show character, there’s something for everyone in this delicious roundup of northern NJ bakeries and bakers. You can find even more party-planning info in our NJ Kids’ Birthday Party Ideas Guide. 

Despite the cool temperatures, believe it or not, spring has truly sprung! If you've got little ones who are itching to get out and enjoy the season, you're in luck: we've got a list of some of the best things to do with the under-5 set this spring. When the sun makes an appearance, get outside with your kiddo for a nature walk, Earth Day celebration, and Fairy and Pirate Festival. April showers are the perfect excuse to head inside for preschool-friendly performances of Peppa Pig’s Big Splash, Sesame Street Live, Cinderella, and The Lion King Jr. If you're up for a day trip, the season openings of Sesame Place and The Land of Make Believe are worth the travel time.

Read on for our top spring event picks for NJ kids under 5. And be sure to check out our Spring Fun Guide to find even more great things to do.