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09/04/2026

Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to enjoy one last summer adventure with family and friends! ☀️

Whether you’re planning a relaxing day close to Jersey City, an outdoor activity or a quick weekend getaway, our updated guide has options for every kind of family.

Save this post for the weekend and find places to visit, helpful planning tips and links to our complete local guides through the link!

Labor Day Weekend Guide gives you all the things you can do in and around Jersey City during the Labor Day long weekend.

09/01/2026

Enjoy the Jersey City waterfront from the water with URBAN PADDLE at Newport Marina! 🚣‍♀️

Choose from pedal boat and kayak rentals with incredible NYC skyline views. Pedal boats seat up to four people and are stable and easy to use. Children ages 6+ can pedal or paddle, and pups are welcome too! 🐶

Pedal boats: $25 per hour
Kayaks: $30 per hour, single or tandem

Urban Paddle will be open on Labor Day and operating at Newport Marina through October. Book online at urban-paddle.com or walk up and rent.

📍 Newport Marina, 500 Washington Boulevard, next to Starbucks

09/01/2026

The long weekend is almost here! ☀️

Whether you want to stay close to Jersey City or plan a quick family day trip, we rounded up fun ways to make the most of the extra time together and enjoy the last days of summer.

Find the full guide through the link

There are so many things to enjoy and to fill up the days off within and around Jersey City. We created a list of 10 Ideas For The Long Weekend Around Jersey City for you and your family!

08/31/2026

The Kati Roll Company is now open in Jersey City!

The popular NYC Indian restaurant has opened its first New Jersey location at 924 Bergen Avenue in Journal Square.

The menu includes chicken tikka, steak and paneer kati rolls, along with rice bowls, salads, mango lassis and freshly made spicy potato chips.

📍 924 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City

08/30/2026

There is still time for more summer fun in Jersey City! ☀️💦

From Hamilton Park and Newport Green to Berry Lane Park, Pershing Field and Lincoln Park, local families have plenty of playgrounds and sprinkler parks to visit.

Find the full list through the link

Sprinkler hours and availability may change, so check for current updates before visiting.

The sun is shining and as the weather changes Jersey City playgrounds and sprinkler parks are now open for fun!

08/29/2026

Looking for a different kind of weekend getaway? 🌊🏄

Asbury Park, Belmar, Long Branch, Sandy Hook and other New Jersey beach towns offer plenty of opportunities for surfing, lessons and a relaxing day by the ocean.

Whether you are an experienced surfer or ready to try it for the first time, find surfing destinations near Jersey City in our full guide through the link

Discover the best surfing spots near Jersey City for an unforgettable weekend getaway, offering fantastic waves and stunning scenery.

08/28/2026

Jersey City has plenty of green spaces for families to enjoy! 🌳

From the waterfront views at Liberty State Park and Newport Green to the playgrounds at Hamilton Park, Van Vorst Park and Riverview-Fisk Park, there is something for every kind of family day outdoors.

Plan a picnic, visit a playground, play your favorite sport or simply enjoy a walk around the neighborhood.

Find our guide to public parks in Jersey City through the link

A list of the Best Public Parks in Jersey City - Some of them are in the heart of the city and very well maintained and perfect for summers.

08/28/2026

Explore Jersey City on two wheels! 🚲

From the Liberty State Park Loop and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway to Lincoln Park, Berry Lane Park and routes connecting Jersey City with Hoboken and Bayonne, there are plenty of places to enjoy a scenic ride.

Find biking trails and cycling routes around Jersey City through the link

Take the time to explore the biking trails and cycling routes around Jersey City so you can enjoy what the city has to offer!

08/27/2026

Living comfortably in New Jersey now comes with a significant price tag.

A new SmartAsset study estimates that a single adult needs to earn approximately $114,000 per year, while a family of four needs about $295,000.

The calculation uses the 50/30/20 budgeting rule, with 50% for necessities, 30% for discretionary spending, and 20% for savings and debt repayment. The estimate for a single adult is 4.4% higher than last year.

Do these numbers feel realistic for families living in New Jersey?

Source: SmartAsset⁠ via News 12 New Jersey⁠