Spring has officially arrived (although the weather says otherwise), and Six Flags Great Adventure is kicking off its 2026 season this Saturday, March 28 in Jackson, NJ! Opening Day runs 11am – 7pm, with Wild Safari opening alongside it at 10am. Season passholders get an exclusive preview night on Friday, March 27 from 5–9pm, first dibs on the first coaster rides of the year!
This weekend also launches the brand new Safari Spring Break Celebration (running through April 12), bringing wildlife-themed entertainment and animal encounters inside the park. Oh, and a 14th roller coaster is already under construction as part of a major Boardwalk transformation coming later this season. 👀
So if you have been waiting - this is your weekend to go get first dibs at chills and thrills!
Have an event you want the world to know about? K, maybe not the world, but a good portion of NJ? You can add it here for free! But, why not contact me and let’s work together to create something more memorable?
Bergen County
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Dream Asia Food Fest 3/27-3/29 | American Dream, East Rutherford
Three days of Asian food, culture, entertainment, and family fun. Visit Event Website >
Burlington County
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Rancocas Woods Craft & Antique Show on 3/28 from 10am-3pm | Rancocas Woods, Mount Laurel
A kick-off to a monthly outdoor market featuring an eclectic mix of local handmade, vintage, and antique goods. Visit Event Website >
Camden County
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Caffeine and Chrome Car Show on 3/28 from 9am-12pm | Runnemede
Classic car show to start your day. Visit Event Website >
Essex County
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Zine Fest 3/28-3/29 | Montclair
Two days, two locations to celebrate self-published magazines, DIY culture and independent art. Visit Event Website >
Hudson County
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Jersey City Pizza Fest 3/28 from 1-5pm | Jersey City
This isn’t your average food festival - it’s a citywide pizza crawl. Visit Event Website >
Hunterdon County
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Frenchtown Dog Show 3/28-3/29 from 10am-4pm
This North Jersey Kennel Club event features dog competitions, vendors for shopping and more. Visit Event Website >
Middlesex County
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Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo from 3/27-3/29 | NJ Expo Center, Edison
200+ healers, readers, crystals, vendors, workshops and more. Visit Event Website >Greenberg’s Great Train & Toy Show from 3/28-3/29 from 10am-4pm | NJ Expo Center, Edison
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of miniature railroading at the train show! Visit Event Website >
Monmouth County
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Belmar St. Patrick’s Parade on 3/28 at 12:30pm
Keansburg St. Patrick’s Parade on 3/28 at 1pm
Fort Monmouth Spring Craft Show on 3/28 from 9am-2pm | Tinton Falls
Over 40 local artists and crafters. Visit Event Website >
Ocean County
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Spring Craft Show & Flea Market on 3/28 from 10am-3pm | Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, Toms River
A variety of vendors with proceeds benefitting the Ladies Philoptochos Society.. Visit Event Website >
Passaic County
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Wayne PAL Craft Show on 3/29 from 9am-4pm | Wayne
Over 70 exhibitors with a variety of merchandise. Visit Event Website >
Union County
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Garden State Film Festival from 3/26-3/29
A weekend full of current independent films from all over the world in 2 cities. Visit Event Website >
Sussex County
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ISPW Wrestling on 3/28 at 6pm | Vernon PAL
Independent Superstars of Pro Wrestling hosts live pro wrestling with 7 action packed family-friendly matches. Visit Event Website >
Snail Mail Anyone?
This NJ Home Says "Hold My Beer" to Gravity
Ever wanted to live on the edge - literally?
This Cliffside Park stunner is cantilevered right over the Palisades cliffs, with 6 floors of living space and views that stretch from the George Washington Bridge all the way to the Statue of Liberty. There is a 34-foot atrium, a 20-foot chandelier, floor-to-ceiling windows, 4 balconies, a rooftop deck, and a pool.
It looks like it belongs in Malibu and is listed at $4.5 million.
View more jaw-dropping images here.
credit: serhant.com
Easter Fun
While Wander Jersey does not focus on kid eventd - I did want to share some of the Easter fun happening this weekend! Please be sure to double check event dates and times before heading out!
Bloomfield - Skyline Egg Hunt on March 28
Bradley Beach - Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt on March 27
Chester - Springtime & Family Festival and Brunch with the Easter Bunny through April 4
Elmer - Coombs Barnyard Egg & Veggie Hunt on March 28–29
Flemington - Easter Bunny Express on March 28–29
Freehold - Sonny the Bunny’s Colossal Carrot Adventure on March 28
Freehold - Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Battleview Orchards on March 28
Hamilton - Spring in Bloom on March 29
Hammonton - Easter EGGspress at DiDonato’s Family Fun Center on March 28–29
Howell - Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables on March 28–29
Long Valley - Ort Farms Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 28–29
Medford - Egg Hunt Hayrides through April 4
Millville - Eggtastic Easter Celebration on March 28
Newtonville - Annual Easter Egg Hunt at The Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center on March 28
Ocean City - The Great Egg Hunt on March 28
Paramus - Bergen County Zoo’s Eggstravaganza on March 28–29
Phillipsburg - Easter Bunny Train Ride on March 28–29
Point Pleasant Beach - Jenkinson’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 29
Princeton Junction - Windsor Chapel’s Easter Egg Hunt on March 29
Richland - Seashore Lines Easter Bunny Express on March 28–29
Roseland - Essex County Spring Forest Egg Hunt on March 28
Seaside Heights - Seaside Heights Easter Egg Hunt on March 29
Vernon - Heaven Hill EGGstravaganza on March 28–29
West Deptford - Annual Eagle Egg Scramble on March 28
Whippany - Annual Easter Bunny Express on March 28–29
Woodstown - Easter Bunny Express on March 28–29
A Gift as Beautiful as She Is
Handcrafted from nature and made to glow, give Mom a moment of calm
with a coconut shell candle this Mother’s Day. Shop Kind Hive today!
Plan Ahead
Dark Force Fest on 5/1 at the Sheraton Parsippany
Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival on 5/9 at Cold Spring Village, Cape May
Stampede Rodeo (Bulls on the Beach) on 5/15 in Wildwood
NJ Renaissance Fair from 5/23-6/14 in Columbus
NJ Bookstore Crawl from 6/5-6/7
If you are interested in attending the airshow in June, tickets are on sale for a few more days! See details below and click here to buy tickets! Remember to use the code SPRING to get the discount.
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