Free Events in North Central New Jersey

12 events

Sat, Apr 11 · 4:00 AM

Sneaker and Flip-Flop Drive 2026

St. Peter the Apostle Church - Parish Center

River Edge, NJ

FreeAges 0-99charity

Advocacy for Peace and Justice Ministry collects donations of sneakers and flip-flops for men, women, and children on Ap...

Sat, Apr 11 · 4:00 AM

250th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION & HISTORY FAIR

Taylor Pavilion

Belmar, NJ

FreeAges 0-99history

A celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Sat, Apr 11 · 4:00 AM

Carrie

The ShowRoom Cinema

Asbury Park, NJ

FreeAges 17-99film

If you've got a taste for terror… take Carrie to the prom.

Sat, Apr 11 · 4:00 AM

Easter at CC Is a Big Deal

Felician University

Rutherford, NJ

FreeAges 0-99family

Celebrate Easter weekend with services and events across campuses including special services and family activities.

Sat, Apr 11 · 4:00 AM

Saturday Parking Pass

Duke Farms

Hillsborough Township, NJ

FreeAges 0-99general

Parking passes are required for Saturday visits (April–October). Reserve your free pass in advance.

Sat, Apr 11 · 12:00 PM

Church Family Breakfast

Family Life Center

Toms River, NJ

FreeAges 0-99community

Sat, Apr 11 · 12:30 PM

Spring Trucks and Coffee at OK4WD

OK4WD

Stewartsville, NJ

FreeAges 0-99community

Saturday, April 11, 2026 - 8:30am to 12:00pm Bring the whole family and enjoy free coffee, food trucks, a community raff...

Sat, Apr 11 · 12:30 PM

Ailey Day

NJPAC

Newark, NJ

FreeAges 3-99community engagement

Buy tickets to at NJPAC. Located in Newark, NJPAC is New Jersey's leading performing arts center.

Sat, Apr 11 · 1:00 PM

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Tree Sapling Giveaway

Readington, NJ

Readington Township, NJ

FreeAges 0-99community event

Tree Sapling Giveaway 04.11.2026 9:00am - 12:00pm Readington residents, it's time to grow greener! Join us on Saturday, ...

Sat, Apr 11 · 1:30 PM

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sussex-Wantage Library Community Room

Wantage, NJ

FreeAges 0-99book sale

A Mini Book Sale will be held on April 11 from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM in the Sussex-Wantage Library Community Room. Gently u...

Sat, Apr 11 · 2:00 PM

Finelli @ Riley FTBL Complex - Minors (Upper)

FTBL Baseball Complex

Somerset, NJ

FreeAges 11-14baseball game

Sat, Apr 11 · 2:00 PM

Green Fair

Lambertville, NJ

FreeAges 0-99community

Green Fair 04.11.2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Stay tuned for details! Will feature electronics recycling from 10 am to 1 pm a...

Parks & Playgrounds

Fri, Apr 17 · 7:30 PM

Parent Social & Park Play (Ely Park)

Ely Park

Lambertville, NJ

FreeAges 0-10family

Sat, Apr 11 · 2:00 PM

Outdoor Adventures - Arbor Day Everyday

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Montclair, NJ

FreeAges 2-12family, nature

Join us in the gardens as you and your family explore and learn about the outdoor world with a nature-related theme incl...

Sun, Apr 12 · 4:00 AM

A Walk in Their Shoes, Seaside Park, April 12, 2026

Seaside Park

Seaside Park, NJ

FreeAges 0-90community

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Sat, Apr 18 · 4:00 AM

Warren Hills Community Day 10am-1pm @ WH Stadium

Warren Hills Regional High School

Washington, NJ

FreeAges 0-99community

Calendar Details - Warren Hills Regional High School

Sat, Apr 18 · 4:00 AM

Slam Dunk the Junk

Atlantic Street Park

Hackensack, NJ

FreeAges 10-70community cleanup

Get ready to Slam! Slam Dunk the Junk is coming to Hackensack on April 18 at Atlantic Street Park. Registration closes A...

Library Programs

Thu, Apr 16 · 7:30 PM

After School Story Time and Movement

Grand Street Branch

Hoboken, NJ

FreeAges 5-11story time

Join us after school for some books, music, and movement!

Sat, Apr 18 · 4:00 AM

Read to a Therapy Dog

North Brunswick Public Library

North Brunswick Township, NJ

FreeAges 4-12children's programs

Back to All Events Read to a Therapy Dog Saturday, April 18, 2026 1:00 PM 2:00 PM 13:00 14:00 North Brunswick Public Lib...

Fri, Apr 17 · 7:30 PM

Friday Treat and Book Check Out Craft

Grand Street Branch

Hoboken, NJ

FreeAges 3-12craft

On Fridays, check out a book and enjoy a sweet treat!

Mon, Apr 13 · 8:00 PM

Book Tasting

Parker Room

Teaneck, NJ

FreeAges 6-11family

What’s your flavor: mystery, fantasy, or silly stories? Stop by to sample a librarian curated selection of books, enjoy ...

Wed, Apr 15 · 8:00 PM

Creative Corner - Teen Advisory Board Led

Main Library

Hoboken, NJ

FreeAges 5-12craft

Welcome to Creative Corner, a dynamic weekly program designed to ignite the imagination and creativity of young minds — ...

Community Events

Wed, Apr 15 · 4:00 AM

TI @ TI Multicultural Fair

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools

Wayne, NJ

FreeAges 0-99cultural, festival

Sun, Apr 12 · 4:00 AM

Italian Heritage Festival

16th Street Park

Bayonne, NJ

FreeAges 0-99cultural, family, food

Honor Saint Vitus of Sicily and Italian heritage at this family-friendly event with food vendors, live music, a beer gar...

Sat, Apr 18 · 4:00 AM

Affordable Art, Local Energy: Outdoor Art Party Comes to Newark Way This April 18

Newark Way

Newark Way, New

FreeAges 0-99arts & culture

From The Art Generators (TAG): Maplewood, NJ – A one of a kind outdoor art…

Tue, Apr 14 · 3:00 PM

wellness fair

NJPAC

Newark, NJ

FreeAges 0-99wellness

Buy tickets to at NJPAC. Located in Newark, NJPAC is New Jersey's leading performing arts center.

Sat, Apr 18 · 3:30 PM

New Brunswick Spring Festival & Bazaar 2026

new brunswick city center

New Brunswick, NJ

FreeAges 0-99spring festivals

Get ready to celebrate spring at New Brunswick Spring Festival & Bazaar – A 90’s Throwback Celebration to Kick Off Sprin...

Theater & Drama

Wed, Apr 15 · 11:00 PM

MMS Musical

Point Pleasant School District

Point Pleasant, NJ

FreeAges 11-65music/theater

Fri, Apr 17 · 4:00 AM

Senior Dance Show Apr 17, 2026

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools

Wayne, NJ

FreeAges 17-18performance

Fri, Apr 17 · 4:00 AM

Senior Dance Show

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools

Wayne, NJ

FreeAges 16-80performing arts, dance

Sat, Apr 18 · 4:00 AM

Parent Dance Rehearsal

Denise Daniele Dance Center

Brick Township, NJ

FreeAges 0-60dance

Sat, Apr 11 · 3:30 PM

Rehearsal for OCIA Teen Confirmation

Narthex

Springfield, NJ

FreeAges 13-18religious education

Science & Experiments

Wed, Apr 15 · 4:00 AM

Adventures in S.T.E.M: Renewable Energy

Morris County Park Commission: Home

Morristown, NJ

FreeAges 6-12stem

Young scientists will explore the exciting world of renewable...

Sat, Apr 11 · 3:00 PM

Rutgers 4-H Teen Café - Mars Rocks: Studying Minerals with the Curiosity Rover

Morris County, NJ 4-H Association

Morristown, NJ

FreeAges 14-18educational

Kate Hendrickson, a Planetary Scientist, will teach students about science performed remotely through robotic spacecraft...

Fri, Apr 17 · 4:00 AM

Science Heroes Presentation to WES & Priff Students

Waretown Elementary School and Frederic A. Priff School

Waretown, NJ

FreeAges 5-11educational presentation

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Mon, Apr 13 · 9:45 PM

STEAM/STEM Class for Grades 4-5

Main Library

Hoboken, NJ

FreeAges 9-11education

Students in Grades 4-5 are encouraged to register and can expect to play mathematical games, solve puzzles, and do hands...

Wed, Apr 15 · 9:45 PM

STEAM/STEM Class for Grades 4-5

Main Library

Hoboken, NJ

FreeAges 9-11education

Students in Grades 4-5 are encouraged to register and can expect to play mathematical games, solve puzzles, and do hands...

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