Best Things to Do with Preschoolers in New Jersey

New Jersey is full of adventures to please any little tike. Find fun local events, activities, and fun things to do as a family for kids ages 5 and under.

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Cruise in the Playmobil Fire Truck during your trip to Toys
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Sea creatures galore wait to greet visitors at the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey.
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Kidville in Montclair offers action-packed parties for preschoolers and toddlers.
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The Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium at the Liberty Science Center is the largest in the Western Hemisphere.
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Get drawn into the art at the Morris Museum next time you're looking for indoor activities for kids in New Jersey. Photo by Kaylynn Chiarello Ebner
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Zoos & Gardens
Most trails at Hacklebarney State Park follow along the river.
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Firefighters to the rescue at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center.
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AMNH's dinosaurs are a must-see exhibit during your visit.
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Kids will enjoy exploring the trails and streams at Nature Center. Photo by Lisa Warden
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A five-story winter wonderland.
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Bring your skates and hit the ice for free at Bryant Park. Photo by Colin Miller
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