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Celebrate the springtime arrival of the glorious cherry blossoms in Branch Brook Park. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
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3/26/23 - By Laurie Rein

Spring into April with a jam-packed schedule of things to do, including festivals, shows, and outdoor fun. Easter, Passover, and Earth Day mean there's lots of fun for kids in New Jersey this April!

Signs of spring are popping up everywhere this April, and you can celebrate the season at festivals like the Allentown Daffodil Days Festival, Kites at the Pier in Long Branch, and the annual Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival.  

More fun awaits in April with Easter Egg Hunts statewide and our picks for dozens of gorgeous spring day trips.

Find tons more April fun in our Spring Guide. 

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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Meet baby barnyard animals at Alstede Farms' Easter and Springtime Family Festival. Photo courtesy of the farm via Facebook
Meet baby barnyard animals at Alstede Farms' Easter and Springtime Family Festival. Photo courtesy of the farm via Facebook

Top Things To Do in New Jersey With Kids This April

Allentown NJ Daffodil Days Festival

Allentown–FREE
Thursdays through Sundays from Saturday, March 25-Sunday, April 2, 2023
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the historic village of Allentown, which is set to host its inaugural Daffodil Days Festival. The festival is full of family-friendly events set amongst thousands of daffodils. READ MORE

Adventure Aquarium: Super-Sized Sand Sculptures

Camden
Daily through Sunday, April 16, 2023
Adventure Aquarium brings the shore indoors with a festival featuring super-sized sand sculptures. Guests have the chance to see a collection of aquatically-inspired sand sculptures featuring some of the aquarium's most beloved animals. READ MORE

Six Flags Great Adventure Season Opening

Jackson
Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2, 2023
From thrilling roller coasters to fun family rides to live entertainment, Six Flags Great Adventure offers something for everyone. Don't miss the theme park's season opening.  READ MORE

Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival

Newark–FREE
Daily from Saturday, April 1-Sunday, April 16, 2023
Enjoy thousands of flowering cherry trees, plus tons of family fun, as Essex County presents this two-weekend festival in Branch Brook Park. The fun includes Bloomfest, Essex County Family Day, 10K and 1-mile family fun runs, bike races, and a community fair.  READ MORE

Petting Zoo on the Midway

Seaside Heights–FREE
Saturday, April 1 and Saturday, April 8, 2023
Come enjoy this free petting zoo. Bring the kids to feed the animals, take photos, and have fun. READ MORE

Easter and Springtime Family Festival

Chester
Daily from Saturday, April 1-Sunday, April 16, 2023
Alstede Farms springs back to life for a new season. Take a scenic hayride around the farm, visit the barnyard animals, meet-and-greet the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, journey through mazes, and lots more. READ MORE

Laurie Berkner Solo Show

Rahway
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Laurie Berkner presents her solo show at the Union County Performing Arts Center. Kids can bring their stuffed animals and dance along to hits, like Pig On Her Head and Rocketship Run. The 12:30pm show is sensory-friendly. READ MORE

Red Bank Street Fair

Red Bank–FREE
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Celebrate the season in downtown Red Bank, with vendors, food, rides, crafts, and plenty of springtime fun. READ MORE

Annual Kites at the Pier Festival

Long Branch–FREE
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Kites of all shapes and sizes soar over the beach in Long Branch. A dazzling display of giant kites is visible for miles. The fun includes inflatable rides, shopping, dining, and a Running of the Bols competition. READ MORE

Earth Day Outdoor Walks & Activities

Multiple Locations–FREE
Saturday, April 22, 2023
The parks of Monmouth County honor Earth Day with nature programs throughout the day. Most activities are first-come, first-serve with the exception of fishing. READ MORE

Shad Fest 2023

Lambertville–FREE
Saturday, April 22-Sunday, April 23, 2023
Shad Fest showcases the region’s finest artists and crafters, featuring jewelry, ceramics, furniture, apparel, accessories, home décor, and more. A children’s activity section includes games and face painting. There is also a home and garden section and farmers market. READ MORE

Earth Day Celebration and Folk & Bluegrass Festival

Hoboken–FREE
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Celebrate Earth Day at this family friendly, open air event, featuring green local businesses, artisans and engaging green and nature-themed activities for all ages. Talented musicians perform as well. READ MORE

Grayrock N Roll Spring Festival (POSTPONED)

Clinton
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Head over to Grayrock Farm Sanctuary for this day-long affair. More than 50 vendors sell their goodies. Children can enjoy meet-and-greets with the farm animals. Food trucks are available as well. READ MORE

Brick Fest Live

Edison
Saturday, April 29-Sunday, April 30, 2023
Lego enthusiasts unite for this 2-day convention devoted to the beloved bricks. Highlights include exhibits, interactive stage shows, life-sized Lego buildings, a world-record-setting brick mosaic, and merchandise. READ MORE

Rutgers Day

New Brunswick–FREE
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Rutgers University’s show-and-tell event for all ages offers free performances by musicians and dancers, health and wellness tips, science demonstrations, and hands-on learning activities in the sciences, arts, and humanities.  READ MORE

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About the Author

Laurie R
Laurie Rein is thrilled to have made a career of digging up activities (especially free ones!) for her twin daughters. Prior to working with Mommy Poppins NJ, Laurie wore many hats in the television industry including gigs as an NBC page, NBC copywriter, affiliate liaison for The Rosie O'Donnell Show and research manager for CBS. She is currently the Events Editor for Mommy Poppins NJ and can be reached at njevents@mommypoppins.com
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