Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids: Italian Festival, Carnival, Kites, May 25-29

5/25/15 - By Laurie Rein

This week kicks off with Memorial Day, and holiday fun is plentiful at events like the Wildwoods International Kite Festival and the Woodland Park Memorial Day Street Fair. But the fun doesn't end on Monday! Family-friendly festivities are happening throughout the week, including the St. Vincent de Paul Carnival and the SMS Italian Festival. There are also a few free indoor events for tots like the You & Me Toddler Program and Stretchy, Squishy Silly Putty. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more activity options.

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Monday, May 25

Jersey Shore:
Wildwoods International Kite Festival (Wildwood)
Go fly a kite at the largest kite festival in North America! Festivities include kite makers from around the world, kite-making workshops and children’s activities. Event runs through Memorial Day weekend. FREE

Northern NJ:
Woodland Park Memorial Day Street Fair (Woodland Park)
It’s a Memorial Day celebration with all the fixin's, beginning with a parade and featuring vendors, food, entertainment and a kiddie area. FREE

More Memorial Day Events

Tuesday, May 26

Northern NJ:
Baby and Me Hike (Morristown)
Enjoy fresh air and exercise with baby in tow at Lewis Morris Park. Bring a carrier or backpack for the baby. Pre-registration is required.

Jersey Shore:
You & Me Toddler Program (Marlboro)
Head over to Whole Foods for a fun morning program focused on summer fun with circle time, crafts and snack time. Pre-registration is required. FREE

More Tuesday Events

Wednesday, May 27

Northern NJ:
St. Vincent de Paul Carnival (Stirling)
Treat the family to a mid-week carnival at St. Vincent de Paul, with food, games, rides and entertainment. The event runs through Saturday and will conclude with fireworks.

Jersey Shore:
Storytime & Craft (Freehold)
Freehold Barnes & Noble hosts a storytime and craft based on the amusing book Stanley the Sock Monster Goes to the Moon. FREE

More Wednesday Events

Thursday, May 28

Northern NJ:
SMS Italian Festival (Stanhope)
Over 30 rides and games, music, entertainment and delicious food are all part of the excitement at this fun festival. The event runs through Sunday. Admission is FREE.

Jersey Shore:
Stretchy, Squishy Silly Putty (Hazlet)
Everyone loved that egg full of Silly Putty as kids; now your children will have a blast making their own bouncing and snapping putty. Pre-registration is required. FREE

More Thursday Events

Friday, May 29

Northern NJ:
Dusk Hike (Mountainside)
Get an up close look at the habitats of nocturnal animals on the evening hike at Trailside Nature & Science Center. Young explorers will observe animal homes and hideouts along the trail. Pre-registration is required.

Jersey Shore:
Eagle Boat Tour (Howell)
Climb aboard a pontoon boot at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center and learn about resident bald eagles. Life jackets will be provided. Pre-registration is required, and ride is recommended for ages 3 and up.

More Friday Events