All of my three children have gone through a train-loving phase around 2 years old, and while we are lucky enough to live on a train line where we can watch the trains zoom by all day long, I've been known to go out of my way to feed our kids’ love of choo-choos. From local train rides to seasonal Polar Express train rides, train museums, and model train displays, families in the tri-state area have plenty of options to entertain pint-sized train lovers. Read on for our top picks for train-inspired day trips, including all the best things to do with train-obsessed kids in NYC and beyond ..read more

Sunday, May 5, 2024 - 11:00am to 7:00pm http://www.justjerseyfest.com Cost:  $5, under 5 free The Food Trucks are rollin' into West Milford at Wallisch Homestead Field for a culinary wonderland, featuring 19 gourmet food trucks, music, beer, margarita & sangria bar, pony rides, petting zoo, bungee trampoline, rock wall, knockerball, bounce house, face painting, sand art and vendors. Bring your appetite, lawn chairs, friends and family. *Attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable canned or boxed item to help support the food pantry. See website for food and music lineup. Recom ..read more

Saturday, May 4, 2024 - 11:00am to 7:00pm http://www.justjerseyfest.com Cost:  $5, under 5 free The food trucks are rolling into Chester Borough for a delicious day of food, beer, music and fun. Enjoy 20 gourmet food trucks, live music from 3 bands, beer, sangria & margarita garden, kids activities, bungee trampoline, rock wall, inflatables, vendors and more. Bring your friends, family, appetite, lawn chairs, pups and blankets. Event is a benefit for the Chester First Aid Squad and The Chester/Mendham Food Pantry. *Attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable canned or boxed ..read more

Sunday, April 28, 2024 - 11:00am to 7:00pm http://www.justjerseyfest.com Cost:  $5; under 5 free Paramus Food Truck Festival is the only place to be for the best selection, from the best trucks. Indulge in so many scrumptious creations from 23 gourmet food trucks, and a dinosaur show. From 12:30pm-3pm, catch Dinosaurs Arise where dinosaurs come alive with amazing animatronic costumes and puppets for all ages. You can pet, feed walk, sit on and play with them. They make cute noises and even burp if they are fed too much. See website for participating trucks.  Bring your ..read more

Saturday, April 27, 2024 - 11:00am to 7:30pm http://www.justjerseyfest.com Cost:  $5; under 5 free Kick off festival season at a great day of family fun, a rockin' good time and delicious eats. Enjoy 17 gourmet food trucks, live music, beer, margarita & sangria garden, vendors, bungee trampoline, rock wall, bounce house, slide, face painting, sand art, vendors and more. Don't miss live music from Nikki Briar, Wind Up Monkey and Uncle John's Band. See website for list of trucks. Bring your appetite, friends, family, chairs and even the dog. *Attendees are requested to bring a ..read more

Friday, May 3, 2024 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm https://www.ridgewoodymca.org/programspage/youth-development/parents-night-out/ Cost:  $20 Have a night on the town while Ridgewood YMCA entertains the kids. Parents Night Out is the perfect way to give yourself some time away while your kids play. This is the last event until the autumn as the kids gather and watch a movie. Recommended Age:  5-12 New Jersey Northern Bergen Events Age:  Baby Preschoolers Kids Tweens & teens Grown-ups Ridgewood YMCA 112 Oak Street 07452 Ridgewood , NJ Phone: 201-444-5600 40° 58' 58.38 ..read more

Friday, April 26, 2024 Various times http://www.manhattanfencing.com Cost:  Free Dive into the world of fencing with interactive mini sessions at this Manhattan Fencing of Englewood open house. Participants have the chance to hold a weapon, learn the basic rules, and experience the sport firsthand. Choose from three available session times—3:20 PM, 4:40 PM, or 7:30 PM—to fit your schedule. Spaces are limited, so please RSVP by texting 201-503-4541 or emailing manhattanfencingnj@gmail.com. Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover the thrilling art of fencing. Recommen ..read more

New Jersey Northern Camps Sports Camps Classes Sports & Gym Classes Fencing Kids Tweens & teens Welcome to the premier destination for fencing excellence—Manhattan Fencing of Englewood. As the top-rated saber school in the United States, Manhattan Fencing of Englewood specializes in cultivating both the skills and the spirit of its fencers. Under the expert guidance of Yury Gelman, a distinguished seven-time Olympic coach, the school offers a comprehensive range of programs tailored to fit every fencer’s needs. From private lessons and group classes to after-school programs ..read more

Saturday, May 18, 2024 - 11:00am to 12:30pm https://metc.org/event/architecturetour/ Cost:  $15 Join the museum’s Executive Director to explore some of the many architectural gems in downtown Madison including the James Library Building. This includes a short walking tour. Pre-registration is required.    Recommended Age:  All New Jersey Northern Morris Events Tours & Attractions Age:  Kids Tweens & teens Grown-ups Museum of Early Trades and Crafts 9 Main Street 07940 Madison , NJ Phone: (973) 377-2982 40° 45' 34.6212" N, 74° 25' 0.8688" W New J ..read more

Saturday, September 28, 2024 - 2:00pm to 7:00pm http://casinopiernj.com/specials-events Cost:  Free As a thank you to all the first responders, Casino Pier invites you to First Responders’ Day. Essential first responders (with valid ID) and immediate family members (spouse and children) receive a free Unlimited Ride Wristband . Wristband can be used from 2pm-7pm on Saturday, September 28. *Ride wristband excludes Go-Karts, Skyscraper, Sky Ride and SkyCoaster *Limited ride availability Recommended Age:  All New Jersey Jersey Shore Seaside Heights Events Age:&n ..read more