Many of the events featured here include the circus, ice shows, carnivals, educational experiences, plays, concerts, and other simply fun events by popular entertainers.
2009 Kids Events |
January 2009 Kids Events in New Jersey
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DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS A DISNEYLAND ADVENTURE
January 21 -25, 2009
Izod Center
East Rutherford
Tickets at Stub Hub |
Catch the next ride to laugh-out-loud fun with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in Disney On Ice presents a Disneyland(r) Adventure. Join your favorite characters on a trip through the park and thrill to "Incredible" excitement when everyone's favorite superhero family shows up to save the day!
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2008 Kids Events |
October, 2008 Kids Events in New Jersey |
Walking With Dinosaurs
October 8 - 12, 2008
Izod Center
East Rutherford Tickets at Ticketmaster
866-448-784 |
The Live Experience, based on the award-winning BBC Television Series. In WALKING WITH DINOSAURS, fifteen roaring, snarling “live” dinosaurs mesmerize the audience – and are as awe-inspiring as when they first walked.
Ten species are represented from the entire 200 million year reign of the dinosaurs. The show includes the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the terror of the ancient terrain, as well as the Plateosaurus and Liliensternus from the Triassic period, the Stegosaurus and Allosaurus from the Jurassic period and Torosaurus and Utahraptor from the awesome Cretaceous. The largest of them, the Brachiosaurus is 36 feet tall, and 56 feet from nose to tail. |
Kids Day Weekend
Oct 11 & 12, 2008
PNC Arts Center
Exit 116, Garden State Parkway,
Holmdel, NJ
732-442-9400 |
This is the largest Kids event to take place in
New Jersey. Located at New Jersey's largest outdoor venue, the PNC Arts center in Holmdel. This event is a weekend filled with live entertainment, unique arts activities, interactive educational games, exciting rides. Most of the attractions are free to families and kids, including parking and admission. |
Ringling Bros B&B Circus
October 16-19, 2008
Prudential Center (Newark, NJ)
Tickets at Ticketmaster
866-448-7849 |
Dubbed the “Greatest Show on Earth,” the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus has become a must-see attraction for fans of all ages. |
November, 2008 Kids Events in New Jersey
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The Wiggles
November 5, 2008
3 pm & 6:30 pm
Sovereign Bank Arena
Trenton
Tickets
800-298-4200 |
Discover how to make "Fruit Salad" and "Crunchy Munchy Honey Cakes". From way "Down Under “comes the #1 children's entertainment name in Australia - The Wiggles! Sam, Murray, Jeff and Anthony will have children singing, laughing and dancing to wonderful tunes about numbers, food and favorite animal friends, all the things that are important to children! |
The Velveteen Rabbit November 15, 16, 2008
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
One Center Street
Newark
1-888 GO-NJPAC
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This classic story comes alive on stage in a brand new musical filled with larger-than-life puppets, masked actors, and a little bit of magic. Featuring a backdrop of beautiful scenery and a score filled with sparkling songs, this beloved tale is the perfect theatrical experience for the whole family. This Family Time performance is recommended for ages 6 and up. |
DISNEY ON ICE Worlds of Fantasy
Tuesday November 25 - Sunday November 30, 2008
Izod Center
East Rutherford
Tickets available at Stub Hub |
High-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar’s CARS race across the ice. Explore The Little Mermaid's undersea kingdom and experience the Circle of Life with The Lion King, Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and all her fairy friends, and Pride Lands to pixie dust.
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Playhouse
Disney Live
November 28, 2008
Sovereign Bank Arena
Trenton
Tickets
800-298-4200 |
Mickey plans a spectacular music party for all his friends. The Little Einsteins set off on a musical mission around the world to find a song for the party - with the help of Rocket, of course! Pooh, Tigger and Darby spring into action to search for music in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Handy Manny and his team of tools find the perfect party beat. Laugh, sing and play along. |
December, 2008 Kids Events in New Jersey |
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Video Games Live
with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Tickets available on Stub Hub
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Features some of the best video game music, performed by the NJSO and a live choir, backed by synchronized lighting, video imagery, live action and audience interactivity. Featuring music from such games as MarioTM, Zelda®, Halo®, Final Fantasy®, Tomb Raider® and Guitar HeroTM, as well as the classic Donkey Kong®, Tetris, Pac-Man and many more, this event is sure to dazzle audiences of all ages — gamers and non-gamers alike! Presented by NJPAC and the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. |
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The best kids attractions in New Jersey are recommendations for a family looking for a kids activity whether it be for fun, education, a day trip, a birthday party, or a school or day camp outing.
Unusual Attractions - This site is intended to provide information on the little known or offbeat places that are of interest to people with special interests, or for
school teachers that are looking for a field trip to suppleent their children's education curriculum.
Kids Museums - Children's Museums in New Jersey run the gamut from hands-on interactive science programs, educational exhibits, learning through fun activities, and many other adventuresome activities that make the learning experience enjoyable for kids.
Kids Health Activities and Fitness Programs - Here you can find a Kids fitness program, exhibition, or activity can be brought into a school, a child's birthday party, or other group setting.
Kids Amusement Parks - New Jersey is a mecca for kids Amusement Parks and Theme parks in all corners of the State. The Jersey Shore with it's boardwalk's and amusement piers provide an an ideal setting overlooking the ocean with the many food stand's that sell great hot dog's, Italian sandwiches, saltwater taffy, and ice cream.
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