Things to Do with Kids in Jersey City This Weekend

November 7–8, 2026 · 49 events · New Jersey

This weekend's family options in Jersey City are concentrated around the Jersey City Free Public Library and the Riverview Farmers Market, with additional classes at local studios. The selection spans free library story time, a seasonal ornament-painting craft at the farmers market, and a paid mixed-age music class, giving families choices across cost and activity type. Most events are free, and several are explicitly designed for toddlers and preschoolers.

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Story Time with Mr. Will and Miss. OFREE

Story Time with Mr. Will and Miss. O

Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City

Join Mr. Will and Miss O for Storytelling, music and fun. This fall session is perfect for toddlers ages 0 –5 years old. Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30 AM *Please note: music & video will be

Up to age 5Weekly

A free, recurring Saturday morning session at the Jersey City Free Public Library designed for toddlers ages 0–5, combining storytelling, music, and fun. It's a practical low-commitment option for families with very young children.

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Holiday Ornament Painting with Atacama Clay StudioFREE

Holiday Ornament Painting with Atacama Clay Studio

Riverview Farmers Market · Jersey City

@ Atacama Clay Studio will be offering free kids crafts at the Market today while supplies last! Stop by their booth to paint your own clay holiday ornament. Atacama Clay Studio 201-381-7084 View Orga

At the Riverview Farmers Market, kids can paint their own clay holiday ornament at Atacama Clay Studio's booth while supplies last, at no cost. This is a seasonal hands-on craft that also gives families a reason to visit the market.

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JerseyCity/Indoor ClassFrom $37

JerseyCity/Indoor Class

Studio at The Nimbus Arts Center @ The Lively · Jersey City

This unique mixed-age class is the perfect beginning of you little ones' music journey! It encourages them to discover a fun musical world while building confidence, self-control & communications skil

Up to age 5Course

A mixed-age music class at the Studio at The Nimbus Arts Center @ The Lively on Sunday morning for ages 0–5, priced at $37. The description specifies guided discovery of rhythm, confidence, self-control, and communication skills through music.

Saturday, November 7 (6)

My Grown-Up & Me (Session 2)danceFrom $180

My Grown-Up & Me (Session 2)

Jersey City Dance Academy · Jersey City

Guided movement with a parent: music, rhythm, dance vocabulary, simple patterns, and teacher-led exploration through songs, apparatus and parachute play.

Ages 2–36-week course
Thankful EssayFREE

Thankful Essay

Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City

Write a essay about what you are Thankful for.

Ages 6–11
Baby Sign Language ClassFREE

Baby Sign Language Class

Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City

Give your little one a head start in communication through engaging, play-based American Sign Language activities designed for little ones and their caregivers. Our toddler ASL classes foster early la

Up to age 5
Colors of Ability Community Art ShowcaseFREE

Colors of Ability Community Art Showcase

Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City

Experience an afternoon filled with: • Community networking • Meet the artists • Learn about the LP Foundation • Family-friendly refreshments • Volunteer & partnership opportunities • Discover o

Ages 6–11
👑 National Princess DayFREE

👑 National Princess Day

Jersey City Free Public Library · Jersey City

Join us for a magical celebration filled with fun, laughter, and royal memories! Dress as your favorite princess or prince and enjoy an enchanting day featuring games, music, crafts, photo opportunit

Ages 6–11

Sunday, November 8 (1)

Free Arts & Crafts with KelseyartFREE

Free Arts & Crafts with Kelsey

Riverview Farmers Market · Jersey City

@ Join us for Free Arts & Crafts with Kelsey, our resident Artist Educator. She joins us every 2nd and 4th Sunday for free arts & crafts projects, while supplies last! Projects change each week and ar

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