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1/29/23 - By Laurie Rein

Whether sending valentines or planning a Presidents Day weekend getaway—there is plenty to love about February!

Celebrate Valentine's Day with some shopping at Asbury Park's Valentine's Bazaar and enjoy outdoor fun at an Old-Fashioned Valentine's Day at Howell Living History Farm. Catch live theater this month, including productions of Pinkalicious and  Llama Llama Live. Round out the sweet month with maple sugaring in Flemington and Chatham.

Find more cozy February fun in our Winter Guide, including write-ups on the 30 Best Things To Do this Winter in NJ 2023 and Free Indoor Play Spots in New Jersey for Kids.

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The Howell Living History Museum provides a lovely backdrop for a Valentine's Day celebration. Photo courtesy of the farm
The Howell Living History Museum provides a lovely backdrop for a Valentine's Day celebration. Photo courtesy of the farm

Top Things To Do in New Jersey With Kids this February

Maple Sugaring Demonstrations

Chatham
Select Saturdays and Sundays through Sunday, February 26, 2023
Families can learn about the process of maple sugaring from start to finish. Kids and their parents learn how to identify and tap maple trees, collect sap, and make syrup over a wood-fired evaporator. READ MORE

Fire & Ice Festival

Cream Ridge
Saturday, February 4 and Sunday, February 5, 2023
Enjoy a shopping spree plus ice sculptures, fire pits, a DJ and food trucks during this special multi-day event at the New Egypt Flea Market. Plus, check out handmade vendors and character meet-and-greets. READ MORE

My Little Man & Me: Valentine’s Day Party

Union
Saturday, February 4, 2023
Liberty Hall Museum invites you to get ready for Valentine’s Day with your little man. Moms, grandmas, and aunts are invited to bring their sons, grandsons, and nephews for a fun outing. READ MORE

Pinkalicious

Morristown
Sunday, February 5, 2023
Pinkalicious makes her way to the MPAC stage. A girl finds herself in a colorful predicament after her indulgence in too many pink cupcakes causes a severe case of Pinkititis that turns her pink from head to toe. READ MORE

Llama Llama Live

New Brunswick
Sunday, February 5, 2023
This new musical inspired by the bestselling Llama, Llama Red Pajama series takes the stage at State Theatre New Jersey. Witness the story of Llama who bursts into his bedroom looking frantically for his favorite red pajamas. READ MORE

Valentines for Nature

Hamilton–FREE
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Join a Mercer County Park naturalist in creating animal shelters for the cold months. These shelters are made from natural materials and are taken home to be placed in your backyards. READ MORE

Asbury Park Valentine's Bazaar

Asbury Park–FREE
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Treat your valentine to goodies from this eclectic bazaar, featuring hand-made gifts, a fresh bouquet bar, music, photo stations, food, children's activities, and more.  READ MORE

Old-Fashioned Valentine's Day

Lambertville–FREE
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Valentine's Day takes on an old-fashioned appeal at Howell Living History Museum. Hop on a hay wagon or bobsled ride through the farm's wintery landscape. Swing by the farmhouse for soup and a craft. READ MORE

Maple Sap Collection

Flemington
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Take a stroll from the playground to the sugar bush, and participate in the maple sugaring process. Children must be accompanied by adults. READ MORE

Hispanic Heritage Expo

New Milford–FREE
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Get ready for a weekend of fun, featuring a variety of local hispanic owned businesses from food, desserts, apparel, and more. Plus, enjoy face painting, music and photobooth.  READ MORE

Historical Valentines

Freehold–FREE
Sunday, February 12, 2023
Historical Walnford hosts this creative and educational workshop. Take a look at valentines from the 18th and 19th centuries, and study how penmanship has changed over the years. Then, create a valentine of your own or write a letter to a friend using historically inspired materials. READ MORE

Winter's Day on the Farm

Morristown–FREE
Sunday, February 12, 2023
Winter doesn't halt activity on the farm! Come to Fosterfields to cut and harvest ice, help the staff saw wood, learn about maple sugaring, pet the Jersey cows, and meet goats and other barnyard animals. READ MORE

A Celebration of Science at Darwin Day

Pittman–FREE
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Head to Words Matter Bookstore to celebrate Charles Darwin's birthday and all of his amazing contributions to science with hands-on activities for the whole family.  READ MORE

Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour in Newark

Newark
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Witness amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop good time as the Globetrotters go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who stop at nothing to try and defeat the world’s winning team.   READ MORE

Presidents Day Weekend February Festivities at Trailside

Mountainside
Saturday, February 18-Sunday, February 19, 2023
The Union County Trailside & Nature Center hosts fun festivities for Presidents Day weekend. Meet live animals at the Unique Creatures program, learn about maple sugaring, and go on an exploratory scavenger hunt.  READ MORE

Drop in Craft: Stained Glass Hearts

Madison–FREE
Monday, February 20, 2023
Create stained glass hearts in honor of Valentine's Day. These suncatcher ornaments are made with a variety of materials, like tissue paper, markers, and glue. READ MORE

Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour in Atlantic City

Atlantic City
Monday, February 2o, 2023
Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time when The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour comes to Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall.  READ MORE

Nerd Fest

Swedesboro
Sunday, February 26, 2023
Geeky fun awaits at this nerdy festival. Festivities include artists, vendors, comics, anime, toys, Funko's, non-sport cards, crafts, Legos, cosplay, collectibles, and more. READ MORE

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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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