Happy Spring! Things to do this weekend

Unleashing Creativity: Celebrating New Jersey Makers Day, a statewide weekend of hands‑on projects, STEM workshops and exhibits from March 20 to 22, 2026. Here's what we found! LINK

New Jersey and the surrounding states are packed with sensory friendly and autism friendly opportunities for children and adults to learn, explore, and play. Research, plan ahead, and buy advance tickets! We found so many wonderful things to do in and around New Jersey. LINK


A Parent’s Guide to Choosing the Right NJ Summer Camp: Why Liberty Lake Day Camp Checks So Many Boxes. LINK


 

Two River Theater's +Erba: A Forest in the City, where the stage becomes a living canvas and where the boundaries between performer and audience disappear. A breathtaking, multi-sensory experience that invites children to step directly into the art. March 19 - 29, 2026. Special family four pack for 2 adults and 2 children - only $50 with code ERBA4. LINK

NJ Symphony's Family Concert: Discover Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony. A Relaxed Performance. Mar 28, 2026 LINK


FROM OUR CALENDARS - this weekend and beyond


Auditions! Musical Theatre Boot Camp Auditions


Kids' Night Out at Sunburst Gymnastics


Wonder Wing Story Time at the Monmouth Museum


Read and Explore: Getting Ready for Spring at Terhune Orchards


The Lego Batman Movie – Popcorn & Pajamas Film Series At UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage


Children's Theater: A Forest in the City


Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth® at Prudential Center


Saturday DNA! Mystery of the Iceman


NJ Makers Day at Museum of Early Trades


Westfield Library Makers Day 2026


At Your Own Pace: A Sensory-Friendly Tour at Macculloch Hall Historical Museum


Spring Wreath Decorating Workshop at NJ Botanical Garden


Dog Man: The Musical at State Theatre New Jersey


Anime Wild


Open House at LIberty Lake Day Camp


Audubon: Birding for Beginners at NJ Botanical Garden


L'Alliance Preschool Open House: French Immersion Program


Zootopia – A Sensory Friendly Movie Experience at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage


NJ Symphony's Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony - Family Concert


SOMA Sings Wicked & Beyond The Songs of Stephen Schwartz at South Orange Performing Arts Center

 

Announcements

L’Alliance Preschool, French-immersion program for toddlers ages 2 ½ to 5. Info sessions: Mondays March 23, 9:15 to 10:15am. Discover the benefits of French immersion for young learners! Join L’Alliance to tour their preschool classes, meet teachers, and see how our nurturing environment supports language, social, and cognitive development while fostering a love of learning and encouraging children to explore the world around them at an early age. Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 & 2027-2028 school years. Enrollment is possible throughout the year for children starting at 2½ years old (subject to availability). Private tours or online meetings: montclair@lallianceny.org or Call 973-783-0507. LINK


Parteaz HOLIDAY MINI CAMP + SUMMER CAMP

During the school year, we offer Holiday Mini Camp anytime school is closed!! 

Every June and August we offer Princess/Knight Camp (ages 3-7) and Baking and Crafts Camp (ages 6-12). All of our camps runs on weekdays from 9am to 2pm with early drop off and extended day available. They're great for boys and girls. The kids enjoy crafts, dress up, play, games and engaging activities as well as a tea party and hot lunch! LINK


Cambridge School open house/info sessions: March 25, April 17 and May 11. Learn how the Cambridge School environment can provide for your child who may be struggling with dslexia, ADHD, executive function and other learning differences. LINK


Ability School is accepting applications for Fall 2026 Pre -K through 8th Grade. Tours and Free Academic Assessments Available by Appointment. For over 40 years, Ability School has been educating children ages 4–13 with small class sizes for personalized attention, individualized programs tailored to each student, a 100% proficiency-based curriculum ensuring true mastery before moving ahead and a strong focus on literacy and real-world application. Call 201-871-8808 today to schedule a tour and meet our dedicated teaching team! Plus offering Early Bird Special for their summer camp! Register by April 1st and receive 10% off! LINK


Spring Academy has new spots opened in the spring in the infant toddler and preschool (age 3-5) programs thanks to the expanded capacity! Plus their Montessori preschool program and full day K program is registering for summer and fall of 2026! LINK


Five Star Swim School is giving away ONE FREE Month of Swim Lessons at the location of choice Enter for a chance to win by April 30, 2026. Cherry Hill, Deptford, Eatontown, Edison, Galloway, Oakland, Princeton, Lehigh Valley/PA HERE

Kids Night Out @ Sunburst Gymnastics, Sat March 21, 5-9pm LINK


Hurry!!!

Summer Camps, Open Houses and Early Bird

Welcoming: Great Outdoors Camp is offering $25 savings per week per camper when you enroll by 4/30 using code: EARLYBIRD. A full-day summer experience for children ages 5–12, hosted on the beautiful Ramapo College campus. This adventure-based camp blends outdoor exploration, skill building, and friendship in a safe, supportive environment. Camp runs June 29 through August 21, with core hours from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM and no-fee extended care available.


Liberty Lake Day Camp open house March 22, 11-3pm.


New Horizons Day Camp open house April 11, 10am-12pm

Held at Brooklake School, it's a fully customizable camp program where campers can experience something new, take a deep diver into an existing interest, or mix and match 100+ activities.


YMCA Camp Mason open house March 29, April 26 and May 9 (1-4pm). Offering both day and sleepaway optons. For nearly 125 years, they have welcomed campers to our caring, diverse, inclusive community.


Ability School Summer Program is offering Early Bird Special for their summer camp! Register by April 1st and receive 10% off!


Dover Sportsplex Skillz and Fun Sports Camp is offering a super early bird pricing and 35% OFF with just a $20 deposit if registered by April 15, 2026.


 

Guide to Summer Camps

Here's our Guides to Summer Camp. Go on tours, ask questions, and register early to claim your spot! We will continue to add camps to our lists online.


Guide To Traditional Day Camps (plus Day Camps that offer a mix of fun and academics)


Guide to STEM Summer Camps (Robotics, Art, Tech and more)


Guide to Sports Camps


Guide to Performing Arts Camps


Guide to Sleepaway Camps for Children and Teens


Guide to Academic Camps (plus Language Camps)


Guide to Special Needs Camps


Latest NJ KIDS Editions:

NJ KIDS March Issue

Just Published!

NJ KIDS Special Needs Guide Spring 2026

New Edition!

 

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