52 Free and Fun Things To Do in New Jersey May 2024

Discover deep-sea secrets at Island Beach State Park's Ocean Fun Days festival. Photo courtesy of the New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium
Discover deep-sea secrets at Island Beach State Park's Ocean Fun Days festival. Photo courtesy of the New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium
5/3/24 - By Laurie Rein

Hooray for May! Bring on the outdoor festivals, including the Creative Arts Festival in Lincroft. Hit the Shore for free fun at the Annual Seafood Festival in Belmar.  And if you're budgeting for summer vacations and camp, there's no need to skimp on the May fun, because these 52 activities and events are all FREE to attend.

Read on for this month's picks! For more free and low-cost fun, check out our Event Calendar.. 

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Jake Branch County Park Nature Center

Cotsen Children's Library at Princeton University Library

Cotsen Library at Princeton University

Jake Branch County Park Nature Center

Veterans Park Westwood

Downtown Westfield

Museum of Early Trades and Crafts

Island Beach State Park (plus other location)

various Ocean County parks

Beach Across from Wildwood Convention Center