September 12–13, 2026 · 26 free events
This weekend's list covers free kids' events across several New Jersey neighborhoods, from Hackensack and Teaneck to Nutley, Montclair, and Jersey City. Offerings include storytimes, crafts, chess, inclusive sports play, and a dance open house, with most events on Saturday morning or early afternoon. Check the age ranges and registration notes before heading out.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Nutley Public Library · Nutley
11 AM to 3 PM Saturdays: September 12, October 24 and November 7 Monday, December 28 Drop-in and build with LEGOs! For ages 5 and up. No registration required. For more information, visit nutleypublic
Drop-in LEGO building for ages 5 and up at Nutley Public Library, no registration required. Runs Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 10:30 AM
Rochelle Park Free Public Library · Rochelle Park
Every week we'll be having our Tuesday and Saturday Storytime in the mornings. We will have a new set of fun stories and adventures for the kids to interact with!
A Saturday morning storytime at Rochelle Park Free Public Library with new stories each week for children ages 0–36 months.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 3:30 PM
Montclair Public Library · Montclair
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A worm-in-apple craft at Montclair Public Library recommended for ages 4 and up. Registration is required.
movementFREESat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
Johnson Public Library · Hackensack
Saturday, September 12th at 10am for children ages 2-7 Young Athletes is for children ages 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities. This program focuses on inclusive sports play that teaches sk
Special Olympics Young Athletes at Johnson Public Library in Hackensack offers inclusive sports play for children ages 2–7 with and without intellectual disabilities. Starts Saturday at 10 AM.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
Jersey City Dance Academy · Jersey City
Try a dance class for free and meet the teachers. Open to families with dancers age 2 through adult. No experience needed and nothing to bring.
Jersey City Dance Academy hosts a fall open house where families can try a free dance class and meet teachers. Open to dancers age 2 through adult, no experience needed.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
Demarest Free Public Library · Demarest
Come play chess with players of all levels. This event will take place at the library in the children's area. As always, children ages eight and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times, and
Kids Chess Club at Demarest Free Public Library welcomes players of all levels in the children's area. Children ages eight and under must be accompanied by an adult.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Maywood Public Library · Maywood
Join us for some family gaming fun. Choose between video games on the lower YA level tv's or pick a board game to play as a family! Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part
Family Game Day at Maywood Public Library lets families choose between video games on the lower YA level TVs or board games. Starts Saturday at 11 AM.
storytimeFREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Hasbrouck Heights Free Public Library · Hasbrouck Heights
Join the Hasbrouck Heights Junior Women’s Club as they bring a story and craft to the library! All families are welcome. Registration is limited.
The Hasbrouck Heights Junior Women's Club brings a story and craft to Hasbrouck Heights Free Public Library. All families are welcome, but registration is limited.
artFREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Palisades Park Public Library · Palisades Park
Make your art a part of the craft mural that will go on the wall at the library! Taught by Miss Cara. For ages kindergarten (5 years) - 3rd grade. Registration required.
Krafty Kids Workshop at Palisades Park Public Library lets kids in kindergarten through 3rd grade make art for a library craft mural. Registration is required.
storytimeFREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Teaneck Public Library · Teaneck
Join us for a fun family program filled with stories, songs and smiles! This storytime takes place at Teaneck Public Library and is free for ages 0mo-10y.
Family Storytime at Teaneck Public Library features stories, songs, and smiles for ages 0 months to 10 years. Starts Saturday at 11 AM.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 9:00 AM
Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library · Fair Lawn
The American Revolution created dramatic disruptions and opportunities for the people of New Jersey. While much is known about the challenges faced by the leaders of the conflict, most Americans are l
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storytimeFREESat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
Johnson Public Library · Hackensack
This program has been canceled indefinitely. We are hopeful to resume it in a few weeks; please check back soon or sign up to receive updates on Children's programs at johnsonlib.org. We apologize for
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Nutley Public Library · Nutley
Select Saturdays from 11 AM – 4 PM Stop by the Children’s Room to make a craft to take home. No registration required! For all ages. While supplies last. For more information, visit nutleypubliclibrar
storytimeFREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
River Vale Public Library · River Vale
This program is for River Vale residents ages 6 months - 4 years. Registration required. Registration for non-residents will open on September 4 at 5pm. Storytime and Yoga are put together to make thi
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Richard A. Mola Public Library · Elmwood Park
Listen to an exciting story and bring it to life by making your own matching craft! This interactive program combines the joy of reading with hands-on creativity, allowing children to connect with boo
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Ridgefield Public Library · Ridgefield
Bring your child to the library to register for a card and participate in fun activities! No registration required.
FREESat, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Bloomfield Public Library · Bloomfield
Join us in the Children's Area of the Main Library where Melinda González will present her debut kids' book, Curious Mind and Dancing Feet. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Al
FREESat, Sep 12 · 2:00 PM
Franklin Lakes Public Library · Franklin Lakes
Marc's life has been about pursuing twin passions: creating, recording and performing his original songs and exploring the American West. He’s performed at Austin's SXSW Music Festival and the Kerrvil
FREESat, Sep 12 · 2:00 PM
Maywood Public Library · Maywood
Join us in the amphitheater for a screening of Hoppers (PG). Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for f
FREESun, Sep 13 · 1:00 PM
Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library · Fair Lawn
The American Revolution created dramatic disruptions and opportunities for the people of New Jersey. While much is known about the challenges faced by the leaders of the conflict, most Americans are l