Can't-Miss New Jersey Family Festivals and Attractions

Family festivals and events in New Jersey feature a robust offering of entertainment, food, and fun activities..

From talented artisans crafting unique pieces, and performers captivating the audiences to enjoyable activities and a wide range of food options, there is something for everyone, especially for families with kids.

Especially notable is they feature festivals and themed events with a large variety of kids activities.

To cap it all, every festival further sparks interest by providing a distinct theme that differentiates it from the rest, making these festivals not only a fun-filled experience but also one-of-a-kind!

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Multi-Date, North Jersey Family Festivals and Events

Open Cockpit Weekends
October 13, November 9, 2024: 10:30 AM to 4 PM
New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame
400 Fred Wehran Dr,
Teterboro, NJ
Cost: $15.00 Adults, $12.00 Seniors 65+ and Children 3 to 12. Children 2 years old and under are free.
The museum features unique aviation exhibits including the rocket engine that propelled the X-15, the first American hovercraft invented by Charles Fletcher, and more. There are a variety of aircraft, helicopters, and the custom-built "Fundamentals of Flight" interactive aerodynamics exhibit.

Great Pumpkin Festival
Now until – November 3rd, 2024
Heaven Hill Farm.
Rt. 94N
Vernon, NJ
This festival features 35+ family fun outdoor activities included! Hayrides, Alien Invasion themed corn maze, farm animals, live entertainment, and so many fun activities for the entire family. Plus, don’t miss the 100’s of photo opportunity spots along the way! They also have 12 carnival rides, Apple Cannon, Paintball Range, Gem Mining, Wine Tasting, Food Vendors, Kettle Corn, Our Famous Apple Cider Donuts, amazing selection of pumpkins, gourds, mums, the Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show followed by Pig Racing.

Jack O' Lantern Experience
Now until November 3, 2024
Skylands Stadium
94 Championship Place
Augusta, NJ 07822
Experience Pure Halloween Madness, Skylands Stadium will be transformed with over 6,000+ Jack-O-Lanterns, for an Original 45-minute Walk-Thru Spectacular. Sussex County's Family Entertainment Destination is set ablaze with spectacular visuals, and a thrilling Fall Festival. Perfect for families, date nights, and lovers of Halloween spirit.

Mountain Creek Resort Fall Festival
Weekends, October 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, 26 & 27, and November 2 & 3, 2023
Mountain Creek
200 Route 94
Vernon, NJ
This Fall famiy event features unlimited rides on the Mountain Coaster to view the Fall Foliage and catch a thrill. Also includes live music, bounce houses, ahay maze, and lawn games.

Skylands Christmas Light Show & Christmas Village
Begining last weekend in November until end of 2024
Skylands Stadium
94 Championship Pl.
Augusta, NJ 07822
Outdoor Village:FREE admission
With more than two million dazzling lights on a mile-long drive-through course PLUS a new outdoor village, it's a must-see holiday attraction for your whole family.
Christmas Joy is coming back to Sussex County, Bigger, and Better than Ever. This Winter, Skylands Stadium will be Dazzled with Lights on a Mile Long Drive-Thru course that now goes ON THE FIELD. Plus a NEW & EXPANDED Outdoor Village & Winter Carnival. It's a Must-See Holiday Attraction for the Whole Family. The event is Safe, Spacious, and Distanced.

October 2024 Northern Jersey Family Festivals and Events

Annual Sussex County Harvest Honey and Garlic Festival
October 19, 2024: 10am - 4pm
Sussex County Fairgrounds
37 Plains Road
Branchville, NJ
Free event
This family festival is a celebration of agritourism, ecotourism and arts & heritage tourism.
The Festival will include local artisans, crafters and vendors plus displays highlighting northern New Jersey's great open spaces and natural history. For kids there'll be a hay ride, pumpkin painting, face painting and crafts.

Celebrate Fall
Sunday, October 20th, 2024; 11am - 3pm
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave
Summit, NJ
This family event features games, crafts, music, and of course goats...these are just a few of the activities that are part of our eagerly anticipated Celebrate Fall Festival! With Halloween right around the corner, families can explore the Spooky Trail and enjoy the golden, autumn colors of our gardens, crisp weather, and some yummy treats from market vendors.

Dia De Los Muertos: Day of the Dead Celebration (Washington)
Thursday, October 24, 2024; 5:30pm until 8:30pm (rain or shine)
Veterans Park
44 E. Washington Ave
Washington, NJ
Event Cost: Free & Free parking
This event features a Day of the Dead Celebration with a traditional Mariachi Band, free sugar skull face painting, artisan and local vendors, sending a message to your deceased loved ones in the fire pit and more! 

Hoboken Diwali Celebration
Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 11 am to 4 pm
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
1401 Adams St
Hoboken, NJ
This special event celebrating the Hindu festival of lights will feature a blend of traditional Diwali festivities in addition to Main Street Pops' usual selection of vendors selling local artisanal crafts. The vibrant colors and joyful spirit of Diwali will be on display with urban sitar music, dance performances, Diwali themed crafts, story time and coloring, and play readings of “My Diwali Light.”

November 2024 Northern Jersey Family Festivals and Events

Halsley Festival
November 25, 2024
Halsley Street
Newark, NJ
This family event features a Newark neighborhood festival with a delicious array of food options, exciting programming, and special performances from local DJs and arts organizations.

New Providence Holiday Walk
Friday, November 29th, 2024; 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Downtown New Providence, NJ
This annual holiday family event features Santa's grand arrival, followed by a lively performance by the New Providence HS marching band, and the grand finale fireworks display.

More New Jersey Family Festivals

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