<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0fVKR7_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0fVKR7_0vlG6TYh00" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Jill Croce</figcaption></figure><h2>🚗Start planning fall, winter activities now</h2><h2>🚗There's something for everyone</h2><h2>🚗Websites provided</h2><p>It's getting darker sooner and the weather is cooling down — all signs that kids will be spending more time indoors.</p><p>As the kids move their activities indoors, it can be challenging for parents and guardians to come up with inside ideas, so we pulled together a list to help.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1HAHfh_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1HAHfh_0vlG6TYh00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Credit: monkeybusinessimages</figcaption></figure><p>Featured places are day-long experiences that are sure to wipe out the kids and have them sleeping on the ride home.</p><p>The list includes something for all interests and abilities: design, art, fitness, water fun and history.</p><p>Did your go-to spot make the list?</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0F0TMn_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0F0TMn_0vlG6TYh00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Canva/Townsquare Media Illustration</figcaption></figure><h2>Adventure Aquarium</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2toKeY_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2toKeY_0vlG6TYh00" width="1249" height="687" ><figcaption>Adventure Aquarium via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>1 Riverside Dr., Camden, NJ</i></b></p><p>Standard admission, pop-in encounters and in-water encounters — there's something for all comfort levels and price ranges. While checking out all the animals, don't forget to pay close attention to the varieties of sharks, which the aquarium says is the biggest collection in the Northeast. See for yourself why USA Today has voted <a href="https://www.adventureaquarium.com/">this site a top 10 aquarium</a>!</p><h2>We Rock the Spectrum</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4N1Sgx_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4N1Sgx_0vlG6TYh00" width="896" height="532" ><figcaption>We Rock the Spectrum - Mount Laurel via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>3111 Route 38 Suite 14, Mt. Laurel, NJ (also Waretown and Audubon)</i></b></p><p>This kid's gym is all about offering <a href="https://www.werockthespectrummountlaurel.com/">inclusive fun</a>! There's a number of locations found throughout New Jersey, so there's sure to be a convenient <a href="https://www.werockthespectrummountlaurel.com/open-locations/">location near you</a>. Sensory-related equipment includes a zip line, zip box with slide, crash pit, climbing mountain, carpet swing and more.</p><h2>Morris Museum Smithsonian (Spark!Lab)</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1sSXKG_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1sSXKG_0vlG6TYh00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Spark!Lab via Facebook from 2021</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>6 Normandy Heights, Morristown, NJ</i></b></p><p>The <a href="https://morrismuseum.org/learn/spark-lab/details">Morris Museum</a> became the latest Spark!Lab <a href="https://invention.si.edu/welcoming-morris-museum-sparklab-network?fbclid=IwY2xjawFYdJlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHUelOd_PvmgylrFnEIzV5rfw3IPiG1hhCnzMj-pR5felhmniAvweHiMjlw_aem_ziJdnM2ZBD6pSoxRPuvDPQ">site in 2021</a>. It's described as an "informal approach to hands-on learning" for children ages 5 to 12 with design and engineering stations. Timed tickets are available at the front desk, and it's offered Wednesdays through Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.</p><h2>The Funplex</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2megxe_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2megxe_0vlG6TYh00" width="1190" height="655" ><figcaption>The Funplex in Mount Laurel, NJ via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>3320-24 NJ-38, Mt. Laurel, NJ (also in East Hanover) </i></b></p><p>Indoor rides, go-kart track, laser tag, an indoor boardwalk, bowling, food and arcade games — <a href="https://thefunplex.com/mount-laurel/">SO many options</a> to keep the kids there all day! Keep this place in mind during the warmer months for their outdoor options, too! Wristbands can be bought ahead online.</p><h2>Liberty Science Center</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0Hc39W_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0Hc39W_0vlG6TYh00" width="885" height="555" ><figcaption>Liberty Science Center via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City, NJ</i></b></p><p>Who doesn't love a chance to educate kids while they have fun?! Choose from the planetarium, 3D science theater, the Blue Whale exhibition, Touch Tunnel, Wobbly World, Wild about Animals exhibition and more. There's <a href="https://lsc.org/explore/exhibitions">so much to see</a> and so much to learn that multiple trips may be needed!</p><h2>American Dream</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0gHy5I_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0gHy5I_0vlG6TYh00" width="1007" height="586" ><figcaption>American Dream via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ</i></b></p><p>This is American Dream's indoor water park, but it's just the beginning of what's offered <a href="https://www.americandream.com/">exits from New York City</a>. There's endless shopping, food, the Nickelodeon Universe, Big SNOW, an ice rink — there's honestly too many to name! Passes and seasonal offers can be viewed on its website.</p><h2>Urban Air Adventure Park</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0oC7Vb_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0oC7Vb_0vlG6TYh00" width="757" height="520" ><figcaption>Urban Air Adventure Park (Sicklerville) via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>611 Berlin-Cross Keys Rd., Sicklerville, NJ (multiple NJ locations)</i></b></p><p><a href="https://www.urbanair.com/new-jersey-sicklerville/">Urban Air Adventure Park</a> has multiple locations in New Jersey, so check if there's a convenient location near your town. Parents Night Out, Open Play, Sensory Friendly Play, weekly activities and more are offered throughout the chain. Urban Air touts it's meant for all ages, keeping the whole family busy for hours! Some attractions throughout the U.S.: flash pads, twist tower, sports court, indoor slide park, wipeout and more.</p><h2>Color Me Mine</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0K1JdY_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0K1JdY_0vlG6TYh00" width="901" height="564" ><figcaption>Color Me Mine Princeton via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>301 N Harrison St. Suite 150, Princeton, NJ (multiple NJ locations)</i></b></p><p><a href="https://princeton.colormemine.com/">Color Me Mine</a> is all about "the art of having fun!" If a child is more into the arts than physical play, this is the ideal spot to come next time. Kids chose their favorite ceramic piece to then paint to their liking. There are a few spots in New Jersey.</p><h2>Big Kahuna's Park</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=216wOn_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=216wOn_0vlG6TYh00" width="911" height="604" ><figcaption>Big Kahuna's NJ via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>535 North Route 73, West Berlin, NJ</i></b></p><p>West Berlin is the only spot in New Jersey to enjoy Big Kahuna's Water Park. Passes can be found <a href="https://bigkahunas.com/nj/">online here</a>. The indoor portion is available year-round for all ages. The kids will not get bored with the selection of activities: Little Lizard Landing, Aqua Arena, Paradise Cove, Raging Rivers and more!</p><h2>Medieval Times</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2R27MT_0vlG6TYh00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2R27MT_0vlG6TYh00" width="902" height="577" ><figcaption>Medieval Times Dinner &amp; Tournament - Lyndhurst NJ via Facebook</figcaption></figure><p><b><i>149 Polito Ave., Lyndhurst, NJ</i></b></p><p>I went to the <a href="https://www.medievaltimes.com/">Lyndhurst site</a> for a field trip in elementary school, and I still rave about the experience to this day! Step back in time to the 11th century — all while being treated to a show and four-course feast. Kids will never be this entertained with TV! Knights compete with real horses and do hand-to-hand combat.</p><p><a href="mailto:trenton.dme@townsquaremedia.com?subject=Feedback%20or%20correction">Report a correction</a> <i>👈 | 👉</i> <a href="https://nj1015.com/contact-nj-1015-newsroom/">Contact our newsroom</a></p><h2>21 top spots to take a first-time visitor to New Jersey</h2><p>Someone from out-of-state, or maybe even out of the country, is visiting New Jersey for the first time. Where do you take them? After grabbing a bagel and before chowing down on a slice of Jersey pizza, be sure to treat your out-of-town guest to a day in the Garden State with some of these places in mind.</p></div></body>

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NJ’s top 10 indoor activity spots for kids

It's getting darker sooner and the weather is cooling down — all signs that kids will be spending more time indoors. As the kids move their activities indoors, it can be challenging for parents and guardians to come up with inside ideas, so we pulled together a list to help.