Looking for plans this weekend in New Jersey? From live comedy and food festivals to hands-on science exhibits and history, here are 10 things you can do this weekend in the state.
Indoor Go-Karts at Supercharged Entertainment
Head over to Supercharged Entertainment in Edison and race on one of the world’s largest indoor go-kart tracks. Feel the adrenaline as you face off with friends and family—or turn it into a competitive date night with an arcade and axe throwing. Cold outside? This fully indoor option is the perfect solution.
George Lopez Live at NJPAC
Comedian George Lopez performs Saturday at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. Beginning at 8 p.m., the legendary stand-up comedian and actor is bound to deliver a show full of high-energy laughter and wisdom.
Tickets here.
Mac & Cheese Mayhem
This event is dedicated to one of the greatest comfort foods that exists: mac & cheese. Sample dozens of versions of the creamy, cheesy staple this Saturday at the Morristown Armory. Live music, local vendors, family-friendly activities, and, of course, lots of cheese.
More info here.
New Jersey Home & Garden Show
We know it’s winter, but it might be time to start thinking about your yard and garden goals for the spring and summer. The New Jersey Home & Garden Show returns at the Convention & Expo Center in Edison through March 1. Browse home improvement vendors, landscaping ideas and shopping booths.
Visit the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey
Celebrate the tail-end of Black History Month with a visit to the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey, located inside Noyes Arts Garage in Atlantic City. Admission is free and highlights regional Black history and culture with rotating exhibits.
More info here.
Maple Sugaring at Somerset County Environmental Education Center
Love maple syrup? Ditch the red-capped bottle and grab some of the real stuff at this Maple Sugaring demo in Bridgewater. Better yet, learn how it’s made—from tree sap to the bottle—at the Somerset County Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge. It’s the last Saturday of the season for maple sugaring.
Visit Noyes Arts Garage
Beyond the heritage museum, Noyes Arts Garage offers gallery exhibits, artist studios and cultural programming in Atlantic City’s arts district. It’s a hidden gem of true creativity. This weekend: the closing reception for the works of Beverly Collins-Roberts—a cultural icon whose work in filmmaking, photography, and history spans four decades.
Explore Liberty Science Center
Perfect for kids, Liberty Science Center features interactive exhibits, live science demonstrations, and one of the largest planetariums in the Western Hemisphere. It’s the perfect mix of family fun and education, right in Jersey City.
Indoor Attractions at American Dream
Looking for indoor fun? American Dream features an indoor theme park, water park, ice rink, and shopping, making it an ideal option during the winter. Can’t find the time this weekend? No problem. American Dream’s indoor attractions are open year-round in East Rutherford.
Kinky Boots at State Theatre
Catch the award-winning Kinky Boots in New Brunswick this weekend. The national tour of this beloved show—with a dazzling score by pop legend Cyndi Lauper—plays at State Theatre New Jersey this weekend.
Tickets here.
Peter Candia is the Food + Drink Editor at New Jersey Digest. A graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, Peter found a passion for writing midway through school and never looked back. He is a former line cook, server and bartender at top-rated restaurants in the tri-state area. In addition to food, Peter enjoys politics, music, sports and anything New Jersey.
