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Catch the strolling spring bunny as he hops through Princeton's Palmer Square this weekend. Photo courtesy of the event
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4/2/25 - By Laurie Rein

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

April kicks off with a weekend rich in annual spring festivities, including the seasonal debut of the Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival, with its beautiful flowering trees and family activities, as well as the Springtime and Easter Festival at Alstede Farms, featuring animals, egg hunts, mazes, and more.

Plus, revel in April holiday celebrations beyond Easter at the North Brunswick Holi Festival and Flemington's Earth Day Festival.

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Easter Eggstravaganza at Heaven Hill Farm

Vernon
Saturdays and Sundays from Saturday, April 5-Saturday, April 19
Come join in the egg-citement at Heaven Hill Farm. Visit Hopper the Easter Bunny, who poses for the perfect family photo. All new this year is the Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt. Follow the trail to collect the colored eggs, and turn them in for a special prize. READ MORE

Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival at Branch Brook Park

Newark – FREE
Daily from Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 13
Rejoice in thousands of flowering cherry trees, plus tons of family fun, as Essex County presents this two-weekend festival in Branch Brook Park. The fun includes Bloomfest, Essex County Family Day, 10K and 1-mile family fun runs, bike races, and a community fair.  READ MORE

Springtime and Easter Festival at Alstede Farms

Chester
Select dates from Saturday, April 5-Monday, April 21
Alstede Farms springs back to life for a new season. Take a scenic hayride around the farm, visit the barnyard animals, meet-and-greet the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, journey through mazes, and lots more. READ MORE

Family Fun Egg Hunt at Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA

Scotch Plains
Saturday, April 5
Take a walk around the YMCA camp site area to find eggs with prizes along the course. Crafts and family games are part of the fun. Raffle tickets are available to win a Nintendo Switch. READ MORE

Newport Centre Easter Egg Hunt

Jersey City – FREE
Saturday, April 5
Don't miss Newport Centre's special Easter event, featuring an egg hunt, activities, prizes and a visit from the Easter Bunny. READ MORE

Earth Day Festival in Flemington

Flemington – FREE
Saturday, April 5
Celebrate our planet at Flemington's Earth Day Festival, a day full of fun and learning with engaging local environmental organizations. Enjoy arts and crafts projects, storytelling and more.  READ MORE

North Brunswick Holi Festival

North Brunswick – FREE
Saturday, April 5
Food, performances and brilliant activities are all part of the fun at New Brunswick's Holi Festival. Be sure to wear white, and feel free to bring your own colors.  READ MORE

Keansburg Amusement Park Season Opening

Keansburg
Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6
Rides, games, and a FREE beach make for a great weekend when Keansburg Amusement Park opens for the season. This budget-friendly park has plenty of rides to please little kids and big ones alike.  READ MORE

Strolling Spring Bunny in Palmer Square

Princeton – FREE
Saturdays and Sundays from Saturday, April 5-Saturday, April 19
Catch the Spring Bunny as he hops throughout the Square. Photo-ops are encouraged.  READ MORE

Eggstravaganza at Harbaugh Village

Mullica Hill
Saturday, April 5-Sunday, April 6
The Easter Bunny is coming to Harbaugh Village for a delightful meal and egg hunt. Menu options include eggs, bacon sausage, pizza, chicken fingers and more. Don't forget baskets for the egg hunt. READ MORE

Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables

Howell
Saturdays and Sundays from Saturday, April 5-Saturday, April 19
Celebrate Easter on the farm with a petting zoo, Easter egg hunt, hayrides, barrel rides, a petting farm, and games. Pony rides, face painting, and food are available for purchase.  READ MORE

Clinton's Art in Bloom Festival

Clinton – FREE
Sunday, April 6
Art in Bloom is back for its second year in historic downtown Clinton. Indulge in a day of art, creativity, and fun with over 100 local artists and artisans showcasing their unique works. Plus, enjoy live music, a kids zone, and wine & beer gardens. READ MORE

Bubble Bash at Adventure Aquarium

Newark
Daily through Sunday, May 4
Get ready for an unforget-a-bubble spring break at Adventure Aquarium with the return of Bubble Bash. During Bubble Bash, guests can enjoy interactive activities and Insta-worthy photo opportunities that are sure to pop. READ MORE

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Laurie Rein
Laurie Rein is passionate about finding fun (especially free!) activities for her twin daughters. Before joining Mommy Poppins New Jersey, Laurie worked in the television industry, with roles as an NBC page, copywriter, affiliate liaison for The Rosie O'Donnell Show, and research manager for CBS.
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