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World Cup

2026 FIFA World Cup in New Jersey: Fan Fests, Watch Parties and Family Events

World Cup fever is still strong in New Jersey! With this weekend’s FIFA World Cup quarterfinal matches highlighting the best fútbol players from around...

Summer Fun

Pick Your Own Sunflowers at These New Jersey Farms

Summer Fun

The Family Behind Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm Just Opened a Gorgeous PYO Flower Farm

How to Help Your Teen Handle Stress around SAT and College Applications

Why are teens so stressed about college applications today? For many teens, the end of high school is when the future starts to feel real....

Should Teens Use AI for Mental Health Advice? What Parents Need to Know

Stressed about a friendship? Anxious about a test? Feeling overwhelmed at 11 p.m.? Instead of turning to a parent, friend, or therapist, teens are...

Why Won’t My Teen Leave Their Room?

What are things I should know about being a teenager today? From a parent’s perspective, it can feel confusing, frustrating, hurtful, or even concerning when...

Where to Go Whitewater Rafting Near New Jersey

Looking for a unique adventure? Get on those life vests and raft down a river.

Things to Do in NJ

Free Color & Light Festival Returns to Asbury Park This Weekend

The glowing light, color and sound display that drew crowds to the Jersey Shore last year is making a comeback this weekend. On July 17...

Summer Fun

Where to Go Kayaking and Canoeing In and Around New Jersey

Kayaking is a fun way to experience close-up views of wildlife while doing something active with your kids. Unlike motor boating, kayaking uses people power, so families provide a ready-made crew for this inexpensive sport.

World Cup

Where to Watch the World Cup Final in New Jersey

The World Cup is down to eight teams, and the countdown to the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford is...

Fairs and Festivals

Eat and Drink Your Way Through These New Jersey Food Festivals

Eat to live, or live to eat? If you're a foodie, you know the answer. There are so many amazing restaurants in NJ but...

Pennsylvania

Philly is Ready to Host The MLB All Star Game & The Ultimate All-Star Village Fan Fest

Philadelphia is having an all-star summer, from hosting a series of FIFA World Cup games, to America's 250th birthday events, to the MLB All-Star...

Best of New Jersey

The Best Farmers Markets in New Jersey for Fresh Produce, Baked Goods and More

Jersey Shore

How to Hit the Jersey Shore Like a Local

Health

Dangerous Heat Is Hitting New Jersey: How to Keep Your Family Safe

Measles Cases Are Climbing. Here’s How to Protect Your Kids

How to Choose the Right Pediatrician for Your Baby

Baby Dental Care: The Dos and Don’ts to Know in the First Year

Lace Up Your Sneakers For These 5Ks & Pet Walks in New Jersey

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Music

Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in New Jersey

4th of July

Where to See Spectacular 4th of July Fireworks in NJ

America 250

Dozens of Tall Ships Are Sailing Past New Jersey for America’s 250th! Here’s How to Watch

Ask the Expert

How a Curiosity-Led Curriculum Helps Kids Learn, Grow and Thrive

Why Teens Need Communication Skills More Than Ever in the Age of AI

The Most Expensive Mistake You’re Not Teaching Your Kids to Avoid

World Cup

World Cup Watch Parties in NJ: Restaurants and Bars Showing The Games

You don’t have to be inside New York New Jersey Stadium or Philadelphia Stadium to watch the FIFA World Cup matches with a crowd....

World Cup Sticker Swap Record Attempt Coming to American Dream and Rockefeller Center

New Jersey Is Helping FIFA World Cup 2026 Break Attendance Records and We’re So Here for It

World Cup Experiences in NJ and NY the Kids Will Love

America's 250th Birthday

America 250

Our Guide to New Jersey’s Best Celebrations for America’s 250th Birthday

4th of July

4th of July Fireworks, Celebrations and Festivals in and Around New Jersey

4th of July

Where to Celebrate America’s 250th With Fourth of July Parades in New Jersey

Family Travel

We Took a Mother-Son Graduation Trip to Turks & Caicos’ New Treasure Beach Village

Jersey Shore

The Best Beaches in New Jersey, Ranked by USA Today Readers

Amusement Parks

We Got a First Look at Six Flags Great Adventure’s New Shoreline Pier

Summer Fun

Fairs and Festivals

New Jersey’s Best Summer Festivals, America 250 Celebrations and World Cup Watch Parties

Things to Do in NJ

The Best Free Things to Do in New Jersey in July (2026)

Summer Fun

Beat the Heat at One of These Spraygrounds & Splash Pads in New Jersey

Food + Drink

Food & Drink

Add These New Restaurants in New Jersey to Your Dining Out Bucket List

If you’re a foodie, New Jersey is always a dream destination—and these recently opened restaurants deserve a spot on your family’s dinner bucket list. Restaurants...

Breakfast

Here Are New Jersey’s Best Bagel Shops

Whether you prefer a good ol' toasted plain bagel with butter, or you'd like to a Flamin' Hot Cheetos bagel with jalapeno cream cheese,...

TRENDING

Where to Find Knicks-Themed Bagels, Donuts, Cookies and Treats in New Jersey

New York Knicks fever is peaking, and New Jersey is all in. As fans get ready for Game 5 of the NBA Finals against...

Father's Day

The Best Father’s Day Dining in New Jersey: BBQs, Brunches, Restaurants + More

Still making Father’s Day plans? Restaurants across New Jersey are offering everything from BBQ and brunch to waterfront dining, fine dining, whiskey specials, cooking...

Restaurants

We Got a First Look at Elizabeth’s, NJ’s Buzziest New Italian Restaurant (+ It Has an Aperol Spritz Vending Machine)

The restaurant group behind the award-winning 618 Restaurant and Mezcal: A Modern Mexican Steakhouse just introduced its newest concept, Elizabeth's Italian, and we got...

Food & Drink