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Presidents Day Weekend 2023: 15 Fun Things To Do in New Jersey With Kids

Stroll along the mossy paths that lead to a warming bonfire during Presidents Day weekend programming at Whitesbog. Photo courtesy of the trust
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2/15/23 - 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.

Happy birthday, George and Abe! It's Presidents Day weekend, and in honor of the presidents and our lovely warm weather, a whole weekend of outdoor fun awaits. There's a FREE Presidents Day tour and hike at Whitesbog and two days of festivities at Trailside. Plus, honor Black History Month in Neptune City, and revel in comfort food at the Mac & Cheese Mayhem Festival in Morristown. And, the love keeps coming with sweet treats and Valentine's Day activities, too.

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, and look for more winter fun in our Guide to Winter Fun in New Jersey. If that's not enough, be sure to bookmark our Family Activity Calendar for even more great things to do in New Jersey with kids.

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Be sure to click through to each listing for all the details, including recommended ages and times.

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Top Things To Do in New Jersey on Presidents Day Weekend

Hot Chocolate Walk

Morristown
Friday, February 17-Saturday, February 18
Take a walking tour of Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate. Observe how the farm changes in the cold weather.  READ MORE

Mac & Cheese Mayhem Festival

Morristown
Saturday, February 18
Mac and cheese lovers rejoice! Experience gourmet, chef-inspired twists on your childhood favorites at the Morristown Armory. A comfort-food-filled day features DJ music, vendors, and kids' activities. READ MORE

Great Backyard Bird Count at Freneau Woods Park

Aberdeen–FREE
Saturday, February 18
In honor of the Great American Backyard Bird Count, meet at Freneau Woods Park, and take a small walk to see what birds can be identified. Observe which winter birds visit the local feeders. READ MORE

Pokemon, Sports Cards, and More at the South Jersey Card Show

Cherry Hill
Saturday, February 18
Over 30 of the area's best card vendors sell modern and vintage sports cards, memorabilia, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, WWE, Funko Pop, and more. Kids crazy about cards will have a blast. READ MORE

Black History Month Reading Event

Neptune City–FREE
Saturday, February 18
The Gillis Organization, owner/operator of the McDonald’s restaurant in Neptune, hosts a reading event where members of the community are invited to hear books read by Black authors, teachers, police officers, principals, and nurses. READ MORE

Valentine's Family Fun Day

Princeton
Saturday, February 18
Bring your entire family for a fun day at Tumbles. The activities include storytime, music and movement, sun catcher craft, an obstacle course, open gym, Zumba lessons, and an open tumble zone. READ MORE

Winter Drop-in Crafts: Black History Month

Montclair–FREE
Saturday, February 18
Drop by Montclair Public Library on Saturdays in February for crafts celebrating Black creators and innovators.  READ MORE

Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour in Trenton

Trenton
Saturday, February 18
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 CURE Insurance Arena.  READ MORE

Give Me Some Space: A Night Under the Stars

Cranbury
Saturday, February 18
Kids can learn about and see the night sky at this stargazing event with multiple stations. Featured are telescopes, hot chocolate, storytellers, and the beautiful night sky. READ MORE

Presidents Day Weekend February Festivities at Trailside

Mountainside
Saturday, February 18-Sunday, February 19
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

Maple Sugaring at The New Weis Center

Ringwood
Saturday, February 18-Sunday, February 19
Discover the process, history, and ecology of maple sap and syrup. The fun includes a short hike learning about winter tree ID, sap ecology, and tree biology. Plus, learn the history of tree tapping and some of the many things sap is used for. READ MORE

Family Saturdays and Sundays at The Newark Museum of Art

Newark
Saturday, February 18-Sunday, February 19
Weekends at The Newark Museum of Art are brimming with activities, like MakerSPACE, planetarium shows, crafts, creative play, and more. READ MORE

Family Sundays at the Nature Center

Hamilton–FREE
Sunday, February 19
Swing by this free naturalist-led program on select Sundays that encourages families to explore the wonders of nature. READ MORE

Presidents Day Free Tours and Hike

Browns Mills–FREE
Monday, February 20
Spend Presidents Day hiking and touring the grounds and museums of Whitesbog Historic Village. Tour the Cranberry & Blueberry Farm Museum, take a winter hike with the education team, and browse the historic cottages. READ MORE

Drop in Craft: Stained Glass Hearts

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Monday, February 20
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

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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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