NJ Events Calendar

February 2026

Mon 9

May 19, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - February 9, 2026 @ 8:30 pm Statue at Sunset with Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

Statue at Sunset with Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

Experience the most beautiful skyline in the world at the most beautiful time (sunset). Boarding from the Downtown NYC location at Pier 16 South Street Seaport, sail away on New […]

$29

Mon 9

August 21, 2025 - November 30, 2026

The Count Basie Center for the Arts Centennial Celebration

The Count Basie Center for the Arts Centennial Celebration includes a lineup of events from now through November 2026. Events include: – On August 21 (which would have been Count […]

Mon 9

August 31, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - February 15, 2026 @ 2:30 pm Free Guided Garden Tours at NJ Botanical Garden

Free Guided Garden Tours at New Jersey Botanical Garden

Docents from New Jersey Botanical Garden take you on a tour of what’s blooming around the Botanical Garden. These free tours will be available every Sunday afternoon at 2 pm […]

Free

Mon 9

September 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - February 13, 2026 @ 3:00 pm Skylands Museum of Art: Spotlight on the Artist: Massimo Rao

Skylands Museum of Art: Spotlight on the Artist: Massimo Rao

Skylands Museum of Art announces a new fine art exhibition offering a Spotlight on the Artist: Massimo Rao, the Italian artist known for his classic yet somewhat mysterious painting style. […]

$10

Mon 9

October 1, 2025 @ 9:00 am - May 31, 2026 @ 3:00 pm The Artful Learning Collective: Waldorf-Inspired Education

The Artful Learning Collective: Waldorf-Inspired Education

A Waldorf-inspired program for kids in pre-K to 6th grade is offered at the Denville, Boonton, and Bound Brook studios.

Mon 9

October 23, 2025 @ 10:00 am - May 31, 2026 @ 12:00 pm Play&Swim Mom’s Group at Five Star Swim School (Eatontown)

Play&Swim Mom’s Group at Five Star Swim School (Eatontown)

Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly morning filled with swimming in the heated indoor pool, playing in the padded play area, and bonding with your kids. The program will continue weekly on […]

$15

Mon 9

October 24, 2025 @ 11:00 am - March 29, 2026 @ 5:00 pm

Contemporary Volumes

In this exhibition, the book is reimagined not only as an object of content, but as a site of transformation—where material, meaning, and message converge. Through sculpture, installation, and mixed […]

$12

Mon 9

October 27, 2025 - July 4, 2026

Monmouth County’s 250 for 250 Challenge

Walk or run 250 miles to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Starting October 27, 2025, — exactly 250 days before America’s 250th birthday — the challenge is to walk or run […]

Free

Mon 9

November 7, 2025 @ 11:00 am - April 5, 2026 @ 5:00 pm Perennial Land: Conceived, filmed, and directed by Laia Cabrera & Isabelle Duverger

Perennial Land

“Perennial Land” is an experiential installation that combines the beauty of various forest environments with the importance of data-driven insights into a human’s impact on nature. Stepping into a space […]

$12

Mon 9

November 21, 2025 - March 15, 2026

Newport Skates 2025-2026 Season

Newport Skates, Jersey City’s only outdoor ice skating rink, is officially open for the 2025-2026 season. Skaters can once again enjoy beautiful views of the New York City skyline while […]

Mon 9

November 30, 2025 - May 9, 2026

Columbia Bank Family Series at NJPAC

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has launched the Columbia Bank Family Series, a season’s worth of sensational performances and events designed to entertain and educate both children and […]

Mon 9

December 10, 2025 @ 10:00 am - February 11, 2026 @ 12:00 pm Workspace Wednesdays for caregivers and children ages 6 and under

Workspace Wednesdays

Workspace Wednesday is back at the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts. Every Wednesday from June 25 through August 27, keep your child engaged at this collaborative workspace for caregivers […]

$10