The Best Festivals and Fairs in New Jersey this September. Bring the kids and gather for some more family time.


Mercer County Dragon Boat Festival

Saturday, September 13, Come watch & cheer on East Coast teams taking part in dragon boat racing in a beautiful natural setting.


Ocean City Airport Festival

Saturday, September 13, 10AM-3PM. FREE Admission. Annual Ocean City Airport


2025 Beach Plum Festival

Sunday, September 7, 9AM-4PM. Family fun for all ...


Downbeach Seafood Festival

Saturday & Sunday, September 13-14


Festival of the Sea at Point Pleasant

Saturday, September 20, 2025, 10AM-7PM. 


LINK for full list of fall festivals

 

Sleeping Beauty @ NJ PAC

Oct 15. LINK

Island Waterpark Customer Appreciation Day - Thurs, Sept 4, 9-10am. Must Show Flyer at waterpark ticket desk to get 1 free waterpark ticket plus arcade card (valued at $20). LINK

Annual Bridgewater Family Fun Day & Touch-a-Truck Sunday, Sept 14, 11AM–3PM

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From the Calendars:


Red Bank Street Fair & Craft Show 


Free Guided Garden Tours at NJ Botanical Garden


Sunset Sips & Sounds


South Orange Farmers Market


Fall Open House at My Gym


Sailfest In Toms River


Sparta NJ Renaissance Festival


Bugs, Birds and Beyond Children's Festival


Read & Pick Tractors


Sheep & Fiber Festival In Lambertville


The Great Pumpkin Festival at Heaven Hill Farm


Essex County Downtown Jamboree


Fanny Wood Day Street Fair


Princess Breakfast at Dave and Buster's


Bridgewater Family Fun Day and Touch a Truck


Arts In the Park (Highland Park)


BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY IDEAS

If you're looking for fall birthday ideas, group or team celebrations, or family gatherings.

Big Snow Play Parties


Big Snow American Dream delivers an unforgettable birthday party at their American Dream location. All-inclusive party packages: Snow Day Party package for skiing and snowboarding fun or the Snow Play Party pkg for tubing and snow play, with 3-hr room rentals, dedicated hosts, and a visit from Big the Yeti. contact groups@bigsnowad.com.


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My Gym Birthday Parties


My Gym parties are custom

celebrations designed just for you. Energetic party pros lead fun-filled action packed activities, games, rides, and circle time, while incorporating your child’s favorite songs,

games, and themes.


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Team Makers Parties


Team Makers parties are fun, exciting, active, and educational. You provide the kids, and they bring the games! Their interactive birthday parties are designed for children ages 4 to 16, with engaging, team-based activities where everyone participates, has fun, and leaves with a prize. Team Makers brings the party to you for a convenient and memorable experience.


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Pony Share Parties at

Seaton Hackney Stables


Our parties are perfect for horse lovers of all ages. Pony party package offer 2-hour parties on location, or their ponies come to you. Whether it’s a birthday, family gathering, church fair, or any special occasion, their pony rentals aim to create everlasting memories. Other options: A small horse & attendant for the older children to ride, “Roller Coaster” Hay-

ride around a 30-acre farm (twice through-out the party). They host field trips, riding lessons, trail rides and badges too. Call 973.644.3355 or email wendyseatonhackney@gmail.com


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Five Star Swim Birthday Pool Parties


Looking for a fun and unique way to 

celebrate your child’s special day? They offer private pool parties at their indoor locations across New Jersey. With customizable party packages, certified lifeguards, and exclusive use of the pool, they provide a safe and exciting experience for all ages.

Pool party package includes a 2-hour party, private access to the pool for up to 20 kids (max 25), lifeguard, life jackets, invitations, setup and cleanup, and other add-ons.


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Monster Mini Golf Glow-In-The-Dark Parties


At Monster Golf, our parties feature golf adventure and a private 90-minute party room. The party package includes 18 holes of mini golf, arcade play with prizes, pizzas, soft drinks, and full-service setup, entertainment, and cleanup. Perfect for all ages, this party promises fun and friendly competition in a spooky, monster-themed setting! 


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Birthdays at Parteaz!! 


Make her birthday magical with a celebration at Parteaz! Check out our newest themes: Wicked, Taylor Swift, Starbucks or Bubble Tea!!! And of course we still have the classics: Spa, Princess, Frozen or customize your own!!!


Plus: have a Mommy & Me Princess Tea Parties which includes: tea, juice, scones, sandwiches, a photo craft and cupcake decorating with your favorite princesses!!! First up: Belle on 9/5 and Glinda on 10/3! SPECIAL: Book for a party of 4+ and one person attends for FREE!


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Island Water Park Celebrations


Whether you’re celebrating a birthday,

graduation, or any milestone, we bring the fun with thrilling water rides, private event spaces, and delicious dining options. Let us handle the details while you splash, slide,

and celebrate in paradise. Our multiple packages are perfect for groups of 10 or more, offering park admission, arcade game play, catering and more! Make a splash at the largest indoor beachfront waterpark

located at ShowBoat Atlantic City.


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DINOSAUR Parties


We Bring the Museum to You! 27th year featuring an expansive 20+ specimen exhibit; interactive, fun, educational show and best of all…. Hands-on, take-home activities including fossil digs, gemstone

panning, excavations, geode opening,

shark tooth necklace-making, or Stuff-A-Dinos or Sharks. DINOSAURS ROCK, GEMS ROCK or OCEANS & SHARKS ROCK themes. Want to go BIG? Consider our 25-ft mining sluice or Extreme Party with mega exhibit, 5 hands-on activities and goody bags with real Dinosaur teeth! Make your next celebration or in-school

assembly, for ages 3-13, ROAR-some with Dinosaurs Rock.


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Professional Baseball Instruction Parties


The perfect way for your baseball fan to celebrate his or her birthday! All parties include expert instruction from our PBI coaches and a variety of baseball-related activities, plus party room, party hostess, pizza and water

T-shirt for birthday child, token certificate for each party guest and birthday child. 


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