Things to Do in NJ This Weekend

 

Looking for something fun to do this weekend in New Jersey? New Jersey Monthly has you covered! Below we highlight recommendations for events across the state, from festivals to concerts to family-friendly events and more.

 

Looking to get outside this winter? Go ice-skating at an outdoor rink or try cross-country skiing. If cozying up by the fire is more your thing, here are fun indoor activities that’ll keep you toasty all winter long.

 

Need an escape? We’ve put together a guide to 8 weekend getaways.

 

And don’t forget to check out our list of the 52 things you must do in New Jersey all year, no matter the season!

 

Our picks for January 2-5:

 

Super Pet Expo

📅: Friday, January 3-Sunday, January 5
📍: The New Jersey Convention Center, Edison
ℹ️: A three-day extravaganza of all things animals.
💸: $10-$20; free for kids under 4

 

Naska’s New Year’s Masquerade Ball

📅: Saturday, January 4 | 8 pm
📍: Wonder Bar, Asbury Park
ℹ️: Combining classic country with punk and ska stylings, this musical event benefits Garden State Equality, New Jersey’s largest LGBTQ+ equality organization.
💸: $18+

 

Affordable Art Fair
📅: Saturdays and Sundays through January 18
📍: Art House Gallery at the Hendrix, Jersey City
ℹ️: Featuring over 400 works of art from 138 local artists, paintings, sculptures, jewelry and gifts are all priced at $500 or less.
💸: Free

 

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