PLAY
Arcades, Golf Courses, Casinos, Indoor & Outdoor Fun
Theaters
With countless ‘Blockbusters’, Independent films, and other movies filmed all throughout our Garden State, it’s no surprise New Jersey has a soft spot for a Hollywood feature. Movies are simply a part of our culture, including the traditional, pop-up drive-ins, movie showings in the park or roof-tops, or even a classic like Jaws shown on the beach!
Festivals
Influenced by a wide variety of iconic musical landscapes, New Jersey is a staple stop-off for every festival to set up shop. From classic street fairs to niche parades or extended-weekend events, there are tons of local fairs and music festivals in NJ to add to your calendar!
Performance Venues
​Shows- New Jersey has been home to significant and exciting theater performances of grand musical production and entertainment. It’s no wonder so many legendary, famous celebrities and performers have gotten their start on a New Jersey Stage!
Boardwalks
Strolling along NJ's epic boardwalks of our ‘beachest’ towns, you will find everything from rides, games & prizes, and arcades to water parks and aquariums, shopping, splash playgrounds and mini-golf courses. If it’s a little adult leisure you are seeking? Various dance clubs, rooftops, bars and restaurants line the strip. Are you not entertained?

New Jersey Events

Now
Bruce Springsteen: Live! Exhibit at the Grammy Music Experience
Grammy Music Experience Prudential Center

Jan 27 - Jan 30

Now
Night Forms: dreamloop by Klip Collective
Grounds For Sculpture

Nov 26 - Apr 4

29Jan
Complexions Contemporary Ballet
State Theatre New Jersey

From 02:00 AM to 05:00 AM

03Feb
Bruce Springsteen: Live! Exhibit at the Grammy Music Experience
Grammy Music Experience Prudential Center

Feb 3 - Feb 6

04Feb
The Choir Of Man
MPAC

From 01:30 AM to 04:30 AM

06Feb
Anthony Rodia
Count Basie Center for the Arts

From 01:00 AM to 03:30 AM

07Feb
BAT – The Music of Meat Loaf
Count Basie Center for the Arts

From 01:00 AM to 04:00 AM

07Feb
Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live!
Count Basie Center for the Arts

From 01:30 AM to 04:30 AM

Ballyowen Golf Club
137 Wheatsworth Rd Hamburg
Belmar Boardwalk
Belmar Boardwalk Belmar Monmouth County
iFLY
211 NJ-4 Paramus
Wonder Bar
Ocean Ave Asbury Park Monmouth County
The Saint
601 Main St Asbury Park
Pinsetter Bar & Bowl
7111 Maple Ave Merchantville
EXPLORE
Beaches, Landmarks, Parks Museums & More To Add to Your Bucket List
Landmarks
Engulfed in historic monuments and locations, New Jersey landmarks are a tremendous part of our state’s culture. From a political and social standpoint, there is so much knowledge we can gain from the place we call home.
Museums
In the name of art, science and invention, NJ hosts a wide array of places to go and things to see- including museums and venues to learn about imagination, developing, skill and creation. Let’s go!
Beaches
Can we talk about beaches without boasting about our very own history, family-oriented Jersey Shore. Stretching along the coastline of the east, New Jersey is home to some of the sandiest and most lively, vibrant beaches perfect to get your bronze on all summer long!
Zoos & Aquariums
Are you ready to take a walk on the wild side straight towards the major zoos and aquariums in New Jersey. These family-friendly captivations provide fun and adventure for visitors of all ages who are looking to experience the thrill of getting up close to exotic animals from all over the world. Many even offer hands-on encounters and photo opportunities with the wildlife.
Cape May County Park & Zoo
707 U.S. 9 Cape May Court House
Adventure Aquarium
1 Riverside Dr Cooper Grant
Spring Lake Beach
Spring Lake Beach Spring Lake Monmouth County
Jenkinson's Aquarium
300 Ocean Ave Point Pleasant Beach
New Jersey Botanical Garden
2 Morris Rd Ringwood
Cape May Beach
Beach Ave Cape May Cape May County
DRINK
With Over 50+ Wineries and 100+ Breweries there is plenty to sample across the Garden State.
Distilleries
See the process of how your favorite spirits are made with specialty ingredients like artisanal liquors, ciders, or meads in our Distillery Directory! Pour yourself a cocktail because it’s always Happy Hour in NJ.
Breweries
New Jersey Is Home To Over 100 Microbreweries Featuring Unique Brews From Cape May To Hoboken.
Taverns
Revolutionary ale houses & taverns usually offer a healthy combo of casual brews and trendy mixology. These types of biergartens or sports lounges are lined with flat screen TVs to catch a glimpse of the game, or for checking out a new NJ based covered band. No matter what your mood, stop in for a drink!
Wineries
The Garden State is taking claim and developing an impressive reputation as one of America’s top wine regions. With acres of beautifully landscaped orchard fields, each winery provides its own scenic views, special daily events, and ideally fruity or floral, sweet or dry blends of the very best NJ whites and reds!
Sourland Mountain Spirits
130 Hopewell Rocky Hill Rd Hopewell
William Heritage Winery
480 Mullica Hill Rd Mullica Hill
Colts Neck StillHouse
Colts Neck Monmouth County NJ
Asbury Park Distilling Co
527 Lake Ave Asbury Park
Hopewell Valley Vineyards
46 Yard Rd Pennington
River Horse Brewing Company
2 Graphics Dr Ewing Township
EAT
Add these Bakeries, Pizza Shops, Ice Cream Parlors & Candy Shops on your bucket list
Gastropubs
On a search for spectacular libations and comfort food, explore the world of nearby New Jersey-based gastropubs. A relatively new term, pub and grubs are restaurants serving up more than just local brews, spirits, and bar food, they more often provide a great social environment with Live Music, entertainment, adult gaming and more!
Asian Cuisine
Are you looking for a taste of South Eastern and Western Asia or beyond, fine dining in New Jersey will get you pretty darn close this side of the hemisphere. Whether seeking a Hibachi-style experience, traditional Chinese dishes, classic Korean BBQ, or specialty hand-rolled Japanese sushi, the fusion of flavors are all blended for the best of Asian selections.
Seafood
Noted for our Jersey Shore coastline, harbors and piers, NJ fishermen, chefs and restauranters takes their seafood seriously. Fresh-caught selections swim through our salt-waters in bounty, as our taste buds deep sea-dive beyond the most popular imported tuna, encrusted salmons, shrimp cocktails, crab cakes, stuffed clams, and more!
Pizza
We’ve never known a truer love, like our statewide affection for pizza! No matter where you travel to, everywhere you go has their own personalized toss & spin, regional version of one of America’s favorite foods, or specialty slices that have transcended dough, cheese, and tomato sauce- proof that toppings know no bounds. Now, that’s Amore!
Blue Monkey Tavern
2 S Centre St Merchantville
Publick House
899 Mountain Ave Mountainside
The Chicken or the Egg
207 N Bay Ave Beach Haven
La Isla Restaurant Uptown
25 12th St Hoboken
Whipped Creperie
6 Monmouth St Red Bank
Chanos Latin Kitchen
719 Hamburg Turnpike Pompton Lakes
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