Rise & Stride WomenRising Walk
2026-03-28 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Waterfront Montesoori, 150 Warren St., Suite 108, Jersey City, NJ, United States
On Saturday, March 28, WomenRising will host our inaugural Rise & Stride Walk in Lincoln Park, Jersey City. The walk raises funds and awareness for programs that support women and families in Hudson County, and offers a fun, inspiring opportunity for community connection.
WomenRising has been the leading advocate for women and families in Hudson County for more than 120 years. We support women confronting domestic violence, homelessness, unemployment, and other barriers to self-sufficiency through four core programs: Domestic Violence Services, Permanent Supportive Housing, Community & Economic Development, and Youth & Family Services. Each year, our services positively impact over 10,000 women, men, and children.
The walk will be 1.8 miles, two laps around the Lincoln Park Track. We hope to see you there!
Event details: https://www.womenrising.org/walkinfo

JC Baby Fair in Downtown Jersey City
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Hamilton Park Montessori School Annex, 175 8th Street, Jersey City, NJ, Hamilton Park Montessori School Annex, 175 8th Street, Jersey City, 07302, United States
JC Baby Fair in Downtown Jersey City
The journey to motherhood begins the moment one starts planning for a family. While it can be rewarding and fulfilling, it comes with some challenges, too. We want to make this journey more accessible by bringing important information and resources to your doorstep. So whether you are thinking of having a baby, expecting, or being a new mom, the JC Baby Fair, a baby fair in Jersey City, is just the event for you.
JC Baby Fair’26 will be held at the Hamilton Park Montessori School Annex, 175 8th Street, Jersey City, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This event is made possible thanks to the support of RWJBarnabas Health and the generosity of Hamilton Park Montessori School in hosting us.
The Baby Fair is FREE for the first 150 expectant parents and parents with small kids. All attendees need to sign the following FORM in advance to be able to participate. Please note that the Swag Bags will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 150 registered people who arrive at the venue will receive a swag bag with baby products.
All attendees will receive a number for the raffle prize, too.
Here is what we have planned for you.

Breastfeeding Consultation: Breastfeeding can be difficult for some in the early days. Our experts can give you some great tips.
Product Samples: The market is flooded with baby products. Product samples can help you choose the right one for your children.
Raffle Prizes & Giveaways: There is always a long list of “must-buy” items for families. We have some essentials that would make any family happy.
Photo Corner by Revelry Co

Please complete this FORM to attend the JC Baby Fair’26 for a FREE entrance.
Please see below a list of participating businesses:
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
The French American Academy
Align Pelvic Health
Barnabas
Better Than Cure
British Swim School
Daisy Rey Photography
Hamilton Park Montessori School
Learning Ladders
Newport Babies Photography
New York Life Insurance
True Dental Care
Village Childcare
Waterfront Montessori
Updated 23 Feb 2026

Fun Under The Sun in Jersey City (Free Event)
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | City Hall Plaza, 280 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ, AU
Fun Under the Sun Jersey City: A free outdoor spring event for kids in Jersey City
While parents are busy talking to the representatives of the schools and summer camps, kids will be entertained by our local performers. So put your sun hats on for a FREE & FUN-TASTIC outdoor event for the whole family! There will be music for kids, giant bubbles to pop, some fun arts & crafts, yoga for kids, a magic show, and more!
ALL kids and adults are welcome to join this FREE event!
EVENT SCHEDULE
Music for Kids by Carol Lester
Puppet Show by My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Dance performance by Impress Ballroom
Dance Performance by Nimbus Dance School
Magic Show for kids by Cisco, The Magician
Giant Bubble Show
Music for kids by Waterfront Music Play Center
Students’ performance by Tonal Art Music Center
Magic Show by Cisco, the Magician
One of our most popular magicians, who participates in many events every year, is hugely entertaining and keeps the attention of kids and parents simultaneously.

Giant Bubbles
These giant bubbles make everyone happy and put a smile on the little ones’ faces. We can’t wait to see those smiling faces soon.
Be blown away with our very own Bubble Show for kids!
Puppet show by My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center is consistently ranked the #1 children’s program worldwide. And our fabulous, fun teachers are the main reason behind that. We’re looking for individuals who like to play and work simultaneously! My Gym is an international corporation with over 550 locations in over 30 countries.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Arts & Crafts by Luna De Papel
Put your creative hats on with some fun handicrafts! Luna de Papel is a crafting workshop that offers crafting and DIY classes and workshops for adults and children of all ages. It is a place where all can test the bounds of their imagination in an environment they enjoy.

JCFamilies’ School, Summer Camp & Daycare Fair 2026
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | City Hall Plaza, 280 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ, United States
JCFamilies’ School, Summer Camp & Daycare Fair 2026
It’s time to decide on summer camp and summer activities for your child, and what better way than finding all possible options under one roof? There will be over 60 camps, schools, and daycares, and the Early Childhood Department will be there to answer your questions regarding PreK programs.
ALL kids and adults are welcome to join this FREE event!
Join JCFamilies’ School Summer Camp Fair on April 25th, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm at City Hall Plaza, Jersey City. We will also have an entertainment corner for kids with our Fun Under The Sun, which includes music, dance performances, magic shows, bubbles, and more.
This is the only fair in Jersey City where you can get information about & also speak to the representatives of several Schools, Day Cares, Summer Camps, & Activity Centers in & around Jersey City & Hoboken. So browse through several camps while the kids are entertained, and hopefully, by the end of the 3-hour event, you will have found the perfect summer camp for your child.
It may not seem like it now, but summer is coming! So it’s never too early to start planning your summer camp plans for the kiddo(s). But first, find out more about what programs are in one place. We will have over 30 programs attend and be ready to tell you more about what they can offer you.
Date and time: Saturday, April 25th, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm
Location: City Hall Plaza
Street: 280 Grove Street
City/Town: Jersey City, NJ
Below is the list of schools, summer camps, and activity centers attending the camp fair this year:
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
British Swim School
Cultural Care Au Pair
Fasttrack Languages
Harbor Hills Day Camp
Hudson Montessori School
Jeff Lake Camp
Learning Ladders
New York Life Insurance
Snapology
Tessa School
The Growing Seeds Learning Academy
The Hudson School
The Little Gym of Jersey City
True Dental Care
Waldo International School
Waterfront Montessori
If you cannot attend our Annual Summer Camp Fair, please check the camp listing, where you can find great options according to your child’s requirements.
Our Summer Camp listing guides parents looking to find great local options.
Updated 3 March, 2026

Mother's Day Celebration in Jersey City
2026-05-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Hamilton Park, Jersey City , United States
Mother’s Day Celebration in Jersey City
Join us at Hamilton Park on Friday, May 8, from 4 pm to 7 pm, for Mother’s Day.
We have organized a ton of activities for moms and their kids. There will be a picture corner to capture sweet memories with your kiddos, arts and crafts, music for kids, cookie decorating, delicious food vendors, performances, and more!
We have planned some fun activities for kids. Remember to bring a picnic blanket and your mom to the event.
Entertainment for the evening:
Giant Bubbles to Pop
Mother’s Day card for Mom by Luna De Papel
Music for Kids by A Sounds Start
A puppet show by My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Flowers for Moms by The Brunswick School
Flowers for Moms by Smart Start Academy

Can’t wait to see you there!
Participating Businesses :

Better Than Cure
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Waterfront Montessori
Updated: 3 March 2026

JC Kids Run 2026 in Jersey City
2026-05-16 08:00 - 13:00 | J. Owen Grundy Park,, Jersey City, AU
JC Kids Run 2026 in Jersey City:
Calling all KIDS from 1 to 13 years for The JC Kids Run in Jersey City on Saturday, May 16th, 2026
JC Kids Run’26 is an annual event where kids between the ages of 1-13 participate in a fun and energetic race through a course at Exchange Place with beautiful views of NYC Skyline. Imagine your children running across the finish line joyfully, greeted by cheering onlookers and awards!
Please register for our annual JC Kids Run!
Stay tuned for the registration details!
Register for our annual JC Kids Run! On May 16th, the event will take place at Exchange Place (along the Hudson River). Early birds will get the worm since the registration price ($42) increases after April 20th (+$7). JCFamilies welcomes additional donations (proceeds will go to Embrace Kids Foundation)
Embrace Kids Foundation
JOIN US for a day of family fun, and invite your friends!
PS: NO REFUNDS AND NO EXCHANGES.
Other Events Details: All kids will receive a medal and participate in various fun and team-building activities. Participants will also receive exciting goodies like water bottles, tote bags, packaged food, pencils, and more!
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates.
Tag your photos, and we will feature them on our channels: #JCKidsRun25, #JCKidsRun #KidsRunInJerseyCity #JCFamilies
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Our events sell out quickly, so please register and pay ahead. We close the registration one to two days before our events or once all spots fill up. If you have any questions, please email admin@jcfamilies.com
Partners and sponsors for JC Kids 2026:
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Updated: 21 Jan 2026

Feministival Series- FUNtastic Summer: Father's Day Celebration
2026-06-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Hamilton Park, Jersey City, NJ, AU
Feministival Series- FUNtastic Summer: Father’s Day Celebration
Hey families!
Join JCFamilies for the Father’s Day celebration, another fun and free summer event, on Friday, June 12th, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Hamilton Park.
Bring your picnic blanket and enjoy the weather with us. There will be numerous activities for kids, including giant bubbles, arts and crafts, dance performances, and delicious food vendors.
We can’t wait to see you!
Music for Kids by A Sound Starts
Magic show by Magician Cisco
Arts and crafts from Luna De Pepal
A bubble show with over ten bubble machines to create bubbles all over the park and giant bubbles to pop

Schedule for the event:
To be decided

We love organizing events for you and your family. If you haven’t attended our events before, visit our photo galleries to see our past events.
Local sponsors for the events :
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Please See This Information Before you attend:

We will take photos and videos at all our events, which we use to promote our future events.
Parents are responsible for their kids at the event.
We are not responsible for any injuries at our event.
Please ensure your child/children keep their distance from the bubbles and do not get the bubble solution in their mouth or eyes, as it can cause sensitivities.

Giant Bubbles
These giant bubbles make everyone happy and put a smile on the little ones’ faces. We can’t wait to see those smiley faces soon!
Hand Crafts by Luna De Papel
Put on your creative hats with some fun handicrafts! Luna de Papel is a crafting workshop that offers crafting and DIY classes and workshops for adults and children of all ages. It is where everyone can test the bounds of their imagination in an enjoyable environment.

Last Updated: 26 Feb 2026

Feministival Series- FUNtastic Summer: Picnic in the Park
2026-07-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Hamilton Park, Jersey City , United States
Feministival Series- FUNtastic Summer: Picnic in the Park
This FUNtastic Summer event will have many fun activities for families and is free to attend. So bring the whole family to enjoy a warm summer evening, grab dinner from a food vendor, enjoy all the entertainment we have planned, and support local women-owned businesses.
Magic Show By Cisco Magician
Giant Bubbles
Music for Kids by A Sounds Start
Arts & Crafts by Luna De Papel
Puppet Show By My Gym Children’s Fitness Center Jersey City
We hope to see you at this fun community event!
Local Businesses Participating in the Event:
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Please See This Information Before you attend:

We will take photos and videos at all our events, which we use to promote our future events.
Parents are responsible for their kids at the event.
We are not responsible for any injuries in our event.

Feministival Series- FUNtastic Summer: Back to School Picnic
2026-09-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Hamilton Park, Jersey City , United States
Feministival Series- FUNtastic Summer: Back to School Picnic
Getting back into the swing of the new school year can be challenging, but this is an excellent opportunity to reconnect with your neighbors and community. An early September picnic is ideal for taking advantage of lingering warm temperatures and Hamilton Park’s vast outdoor space.
Entertainment Schedule at the event:
To be decided
We hope to see you at the Back to School picnic as we transition from summer to school days! We love organizing events for you and your family. If you haven’t attended our events, visit our photo galleries to see past ones.
Local food vendors will be on site, so bring a blanket and enjoy a beautiful Friday evening with us.
To be decided
Please See This Information Before you attend:
– We will take photos and videos of all our events, which we will use to promote our future events.
– Parents are responsible for their kids at the event.
– We are not responsible for any injuries in our event.
Participating businesses:
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Updated: 13 Jan 2026

JC Education Fair 2026
2026-09-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Private: Hamilton Park, Jersey City, NJ, United States
Education Fair in Jersey City: Schools in Jersey City
This is an opportunity like no other! It is the only fair in Jersey City where you can gather information about and speak with representatives from primary Schools, Daycares, and Activity Centers in and around Jersey City and Hoboken.
Pre-K public schools, Private Schools, Daycares, Activity Centers, Charter Schools, and Public Schools will participate in the #JCEducationFair on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm at Hamilton Park.
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Updated 21 Jan 2026

12th Annual Cultural Diversity Festival in Jersey City 2026
2026-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Hamilton Park, Jersey City, NJ, AU
12th Annual Cultural Diversity Festival in Jersey City 2026
JCFamilies is excited to announce the 12th Annual Cultural Diversity Festival in Jersey City.
Our 12th Annual Cultural Diversity Festival will be held with our Harvest Festival. It will be a day of celebrating our city’s fall season and diversity. An array of fun activities will be planned for the whole family, including pumpkin painting, arts & crafts, musical acts, and dancers.
This unique and memorable event is an excellent opportunity for children and families to experience the vibrant and diverse cultures of Jersey City! We hope to see you there!
Sponsors and vendors –
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Updated: 22 Jan 2026

JC Harvest Festival 2026
2026-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Hamilton Park, Jersey City, NJ, AU
Harvest Festival in Jersey City
Who is as excited as we are for fall? Join us for the ultimate celebration with our Harvest Festival on October 3, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Hamilton Park.
Please join us for the fall festivities at our event, which includes pumpkin decorating, arts and crafts & music.
Gather your family and friends and enjoy the fall fun with us 🙂
We are combining this with the Annual Cultural Diversity Festival and are so excited to see all of you there!
Business Partners:
Learning Ladders
Procel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
Smart Start Academy
The Brunswick School
Waterfront Montessori
The French American Academy
Ivy Primary Prep
Albrich Academy of Excellence
Luna de Papel
F45
Updated: 13 Jan 2026
