Things to Do with the Kids

What to do this month? Here are some ideas for November and these are FREE!

ELF in Concert

New Jersey Symphony

Dec 6-7

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Chevy Chase / National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Dec 18

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PA Outdoor Adventure Pass 4th & 5th graders can choose their outdoor adventures across PA. Every experience is handpicked for them, ready to explore, and family-friendly.

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From our calendars for the upcoming week:(pls check dates and times and confirm with venue)


Exit Zero Jazz Festival in Cape May


New Jersey Symphony: Discover Rhapsody in Blue


The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show


Friday Field Trips at Island Water Park AC


Kids FunTime Parent Night Out Thursdays


Touch A Truck At Deer Path Park


Kidz Bop: Daytime Dance Party


Maple Morning Breakfast Alstede Farms


Play&Swim - Mom's Group at Five Star Swim School - Eatontown NJ


Thanks4Giving – Turkey Dash & Splash


Elf The Musical


New Jersey Ballet Season Opener: Visionary Voices


Hats Off to Downtown Shopping Crawl


Baby Walk at Columbia Trail


Gazillion Bubble Show SENSORY SATURDAY


NHS Holiday Market & Food Truck Event


Pie Tasting Weekend at Terhune Orchards


K-Pop Demon Hunters Family Art Event


Comic Book Extravaganza at Toms River Elks


Family Woodland Hike at NJ Botanical Garden

 

Announcements:

Holiday, Mini Camps, Fall Enrichment, Camp Fairs

Holiday Mini Camp @ Parteaz


When school's out, Parteaz Mini Camp is in session!! Crafts, games and a tea party hot lunch! 9am-2pm with extended day options available. Great for boys and girls ages 3-12 (must be potty trained). Upcoming dates: 11/7 (Teacher's Convention).


East Hanover, NJ

973.447.0616

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Sunburst Fall session 2

Sunburst Gymnastics


Free Trial Class for New Students.

Register your child for a one hour once a week class with children of the same age, level, gender, and ability. These energy packed classes are designed to build both the body and mind through gymnastics. Classes are structured and focus on skill, safety, confidence, and self achievement. The instructor’s goal is to motivate with the end result of building character, self esteem, and overall physical development. Gymnastics compliments all other athletic activities and is foreground to achieving the next level in any other sport.


Union, NJ

908.310.1300

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Kick off the Holidays with The Nutcracker!

November 28 - December 21 


For over sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s enchanting production has brought magic, joy, and festive tradition to audiences of all ages—making it one of the nation’s most enduring holiday favorites. With thrilling choreography set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, American Repertory Ballet’s professional company will be joined by students from Princeton Ballet School to tell the story of Clara, a young girl who receives a magical Christmas gift and embarks on an enchanted journey.


Nov 28 - 30: McCarter Theatre | Princeton

Dec 6 & 7: Two River Theater | Red Bank

Dec 18 - 21: State Theatre | New Brunswick (With Live Orchestra & Choir)


Use the promo code SWEETS20 to receive 20% off your tickets!

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2025 Annual Model Railroad Holiday Show


Come to see more than 200 Model Train Cars on a 40x40-foot layout tell the story of NJ Railroads in the 1950s. A great family attraction close to home, a model train show like no other! Held at A. Paul Mallery Model Railroad Center from 11am to 6 pm. November 28, 29, 30 and December 6, 7, 8, 13, 14


Model Railroad Club

Union, NJ

908.964.9724

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Kids Fun Time hosts Mickey's Birthday Celebration plus Thanksgiving Party


November 21, 5:30-7pm


It’s Mickey’s birthday week and he will be visiting Kids FunTime to meet, greet and blow out the candles! Enjoy Thanksgiving crafts, play time, music and glow party. Join the fun, reserve your spots!


Totowa, NJ

973.339.5966

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MLC STEM Mini Camps


🎃 Fall Minicamps – Spots Still Open!

School might be closed—but the fun doesn’t stop! Kids ages 3-11 can spend the day immersed in hands-on STEM. Half-day and full-day options plus extended care. Upcoming dates: Nov 4, 6, 7. Kids explore coding, robotics, science experiments, Minecraft, and themed adventures like space, dinos, and potions.
Plus New Mommy and Me STEAM classes too!


Bloomfield, NJ

973.744.7464

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Leonardo Da Vinci Preschool

2.5 yrs - Kindergarten


Our approach is structured around five key pillars: Music & Movement, World Language, STEAM, Cooking Up Creativity, and Outdoor Education. These pillars guide everything we do, inspiring curiosity, creativity, physical coordination, and a strong connection with nature. Through engaging activities rooted in these principles, we foster holistic development and a lifelong love of learning. Extended child care and backup child care services, available from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm daily. Serving Montclair, Glen Ridge and Bloomfield.


Bloomfield, NJ

973.533.8312

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ANNOUNCING NJ CAMP FAIRS 2026: A FREE OPPORTUNITY FOR NJ FAMILIES TO EXPLORE A VARIETY OF SUMMER CAMPS FOR SUMMER 2026. 


Save the dates: Meet directors, pick up materials, ask question, get early bird discounts and learn how your child can have an amazing summer.


  • Sat, Jan 24, 2026: Visual Arts Center, Main Gallery (68 Elm St, Summit, NJ)


  • Sat, Jan 31, 2026: Bergen Town Center (Rt 4 East, Paramus, NJ)


  • Sun, Feb 1, 2026: Montclair Art Museum (3 South Mountain Ave, Montclair, NJ)


  • Sat, Feb 7, 2026: Livingston YMCA (321 S Livingston Ave, Livingston, NJ)


  • Sat, Feb 21, 2026: Morris Museum (6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, NJ)


  • Sun, Feb 22, 2026: Village of Ridgewood (Community Center, next to Ridgewood Library - 131 N. Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ)


  • Sat, Feb 28, 2026: Menlo Park Mall, Edison, NJ (55 Parsonage Rd, Edison, NJ)


RSVP HERE

NJ KIDS Oct/Nov Issue

NJ KIDS Special Needs Issue

NJ KIDS Field Trips & Assemblies

 

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We will be giving out tickets to our favorite family fun spots.


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We will select multiple winners for this show at the end of the day on Fridays (after 9pm). More tickets along the way so keep checking back with us at www.njkidsonline.com/win 

 

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