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Free Summer Movies Under the Stars in New Jersey

The PA Outdoor Adventure Pass unlocks 16 months

of adventure. Skiing, kayaking, ropes courses, caves, farms, and nature centers for your 4th or 5th grader. Valid until Aug 2027. LINK

Things to do from our website:


Character Meet & Greets + Face Painting


In Our Garden: Summer Family Days


Hawaiian Party at Space Play Academy


Four Sticks at the Sitnik Theatre


Christmas in July at Breakwater Beach


Act it Out! The Story of the Declaration of Independence


City of Water Day


How To Train Your Dragon at State Theatre New Jersey


DinosaursARise! at Wilkins Theatre


Eco Cruise Aboard the Lake Hopatcong Foundation Floating Classroom


LISTENING TO THE REVOLUTION: 250 YEARS OF AMERICAN MUSIC at Morven Museum & Garden


 

Featured Summer Things To Do

New Horizons Day Camp 2027 Open House: August 4, 5-6PM


Join us for our Second Summer Open House on August 4, 5-6pm and discover what makes New Horizons Day Camp an unforgettable summer experience. Tour our facility, meet our staff, and explore 100+ exciting activities designed to keep campers engaged, active and having fun all summer long! New families can also take advantage of our $250 Open House Discount plus our Early Bird Program for even greater value. Florham Park. (973) 850-6640

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Center for Contemporary Art's Summer Art Camp!



Discover a Summer Filled with Creativity! Young artists will explore exciting hands-on projects, make new friends, and create artwork they'll be proud to take home. Our experienced art instructors guide campers through a variety of engaging themes, including jewelry and metalworking, printmaking, pottery, art inspired by nature, manga and anime, painting, mixed media, and more. Whether your child is an experienced artist or trying something new, our welcoming environment encourages creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Pls use CODE NJKD226 at checkout for $10 OFF.

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Team Makers Birthday Parties


Specializing in birthday parties that are fun, exciting, active, and even educational. You provide the kids, we provide the fun. Team Makers birthday parties bring Team Makers games and instruction to children ages 4-16. Kids are engaged in playing active, large-format games where they collaborate to overcome a number of obstacles. A professionally trained entertainer with all the props conducts the party. We provide everything even the party favors. No mess and no hassle. We come to you!

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Moderne Academy Dance Camps


Looking to enroll your dancer in some summer dance fun?? or take intensives with our esteemed MAFA Staff and renowned guest instructors? Dance Intensives includes a week of working on improving technique, learning new styles, guest choreographers and staff!


Upcoming August Dance Camp Weeks:

  • Encanto Aug 3-7 (ages 3-7)
  • KPOP Demon Hunters Aug 10-14 (age 6-10)


Scotch Plains, NJ.

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Parteaz Summer Birthdays and Weekly Summer Camps


Birthdays are magical at Parteaz. Several themes to choose from including: Spa, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Princess, Harry Potter, Frozen, Tea Party, Slime, Jewelry-Making and more!

Plus August summer camp too! Choose from Princess/Knight Camp (ages 3-7) or Baking & Crafts Camp (ages 6-12). Great for boys and girls. 9am-2pm with early drop off & extended day available!! East Hanover, NJ

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Essex Youth Theater Summer Day Camp and Fall Acting Classes


Every child gets an equal part in every show, with great roles for boys and girls. Our one-week shows provide the best of both worlds: a fun, full theater production on the big, beautiful Playhouse stage, AND a nurturing, friendly atmosphere, that allows every student to really shine! Our camp gives kids a chance to star in a new show every week. Song-optional musicals give every child their own solo song, or they can choose not to sing.


August Camp Themes:

  • Recess, and the Nicest Kids in Town: Aug 3-7
  • The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe: Aug 10-14
  • High School (sort-of) Musical: Aug 17-21


Registering for Fall. Montclair, NJ

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Sunburst Gymnastics Summer Camp


Summer weeks through end of August, includes: Gymnastics, Arts n Craft, recreational games, free play, theme days, pizza Fridays, and water days. Enjoy our 17,400 square foot air conditioned facility. We provide appropriate instruction for both boys and girls from ages 18 months to 18 years all year round. All staff members are USA safety certified. Registering for Fall! Free Trials for new students. Union, NJ. 908.810.1300

info@sunburstnj.com.

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International Ivy Summer Enrichment


International Ivy promotes creativity and hands-on learning for students in subjects such as Robotics, Video Game Creation, Computer Programming, Minecraft, Technology & Design, Science, Engineering, Math, Business, Language Arts, Visual Arts and Humanities and more. Some weekly August camp weeks left: Locations: Basking Ridge, Short Hills, Chatham, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Summit, Saddle River, Wayne

908.899.1338

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Field Trip Spotlight

Plan a Field Trip with Wildlife!


Plan an unforgettable group outing in New York City with the Wildlife Conservation Society! Whether you choose the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, or the New York Aquarium, we offer flexible options to suit your class. Opt for a Self-Led Visit to explore world-class exhibits at your own pace, or book an Educational Program to participate in staff-led classroom sessions, self-guided scavenger hunts or guided tours. Explore our 5 locations and book your group adventure today! LINK



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