105 Free Things To Do in New Jersey this Summer with Kids
Summer is the season for FREE events all across New Jersey. We’ve rounded up more than 100 family-friendly events to enjoy this summer that don't involve breaking the bank, including fireworks displays galore, festivals that offer something for everyone, and outdoor movie screenings throughout the Garden State.
You can find even more cool seasonal activities and destinations in our Ultimate New Jersey Kids Summer Vacation Guide and our Activity Calendar. Have a fabulous summer full of FREE fun!
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Many events in this listing occur on multiple dates, so be sure to read through the entire description and click through for addresses, times, and any reservation requirements. In addition to our FREE event picks, we've included a collection of fun anytime activities and destinations at the end.
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Places featured in this article:
various parks
Essex County Parks
President Avenue Beach
Byrne Plaza
Downtown Westfield
30th Street Beach
Memorial Park at Van Neste Square
Hall of Records
Pier Village
Borough Park
Princeton Shopping Center
Philadephia Avenue Beach
Beach behind the Bloom Pavilion
Hall of Records
Division Street Plaza
Mindowaskin Park
Downtown Toms River
Springfield Ave Gazebo
Municipal Parking Lot
Byrne Plaza and Beyond
Eastman Clock Plaza
Riverside Gardens Park
Excursion Park
Shady Rest Country Club House
Burlington Riverfront Promenade
Deptford Mall
The Seafarer
John C. Bartlett Jr. County Park
Panther Park
Jake Branch County Park Nature Center
Lake Hopatcong Golf Club
Veterans Park
Verona Community Center
Little League Fields
Donaldson Park
Raritan Bay
Ironworks Park
Bradford Park
Jenkinson's Boardwalk
Biertuempfel Park
Boardwalk
Memorial Oval
Music Pier
Wildwood Crest Beach Pier
Downtown Haddonfield
Memorial Park
Anglesea Drive
Longport Bridge
Baywalk East
Memorial Park
Village Green
Huddy Park
Hugh Force Canal Park
The Great Lawn
Downtown Cranford
St. Barholomew Church