Monmouth County Activities for Toddlers
Please enjoy our list of Monmouth County Activities for your Little One!
Indoor Monmouth County Activities for Toddlers
Whether its the winter or a rainy summer day, there is so much to do with your toddler in Monmouth County indoors! Peruse this list to plan your next indoor excursion!
Jungle Jim and Jane Indoor Playground
This Jungle themed indoor play space is well run and maintained. The jungle theme is bright and adorable and there are several sections that cater to different age groups. Enjoy ball bits, slides and even a massive light brite! Read about our trip HERE. https://www.junglejimandjane.com/
Little Gym in Sea Girt
Run and jump and play on the equipment at The Little Gym! A great way for your little one to burn off energy in a new atmosphere. They offer classes, parties and special events like Parent's Survival Night where you can drop off ages 3 +. https://www.thelittlegym.com/seagirtnj
Count Basie Theatre
Little Ones can enjoy live theatre made just for them! Count Basie offers a variety of children's programs so you and your toddler can enjoy a stage performance created just for them! Read about our experience seeing BLUES CLUES LIVE here. https://thebasie.org/event_category/kids/
Little Dreamers Play Cafe
This indoor playground is in Wall right by the popular Good Sports Arena. Meet other families with littles in this sweet playgroup setting. https://www.littledreamersplaycafe.com/
Blue Swan Diner Kids Nights
Blue Swan Diner holds regular kids nights where kids can meet their favorite characters during dinner! Enjoy a classic diner menu and a little something special for your kiddo!
Libraries
Local Libraries always have lots of activities for kids! Next time you go to check out books, pick up a calendar of their children's events!
Bowling
Some bowling alleys actually have bowling shoes for toddlers! Ask for bumpers and for the special devices they have to help little kids and those with disabilities bowl. It generally looks like a little ball ramp that they can push a ball down in a specific direction. There are several option but we hear Howell Lanes is very kid friendly! https://www.howelllanes.com/
Barnes and Noble Storytime
Barnes and Noble often has activities for young kids in their children's sections! Be prepared to walk by their incredible toy aisles though! The Monmouth Mall location usually does storytime on Sundays at 11am. https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/2363
Monster Mini Golf in Eatontown
Teach your toddler the art of mini golf in this fun glow-in-the-dark course! Don't worry- it's more silly than scary! We suggest going at opening so you don't hold many golfers behind you up since we all know the pace of toddlers! https://monsterminigolf.com/eatontown/
Outdoor Monmouth County Activities for Toddlers
Outdoor fun with your toddler in Monmouth County! Peruse this list and try something new to enjoy those beautiful weather days!
Asbury Splash Park
Cool off on a hot summer day with this fun slash park right on the boardwalk! Lots of fun water features! Don't forget sunscreen! https://www.asburyparkamusements.com/
Asbury Board Walk
Look for seashells on the beach before grabbing dinner and treats on the Boardwalk! Then stop for some rounds of vintage pinball at the Silverball Museum! https://www.silverballmuseum.com/asbury-park/
Battleview Orchards
Visit this family farm to pick your own fruit! They offer times to pick strawberries, peaches, nectarines, apples and pumpkins! Their website always shares date info on when those fruits are ripe for the picking! They also host events like an Easter egg hunt in April! https://www.battlevieworchards.com/
Eastmont Orchards
Enjoy picking from LOTS of apples or peaches at the orchards! They also offer hayrides but don't leave the area without picking up a famous pie from their store, Delicious Orchards. We also really love their chocolate covered graham crackers!
Parks
For an easy outing somewhere new, try visiting the parks and playgrounds the next town over!
Alpaca Farms
Make some friends with adorable alpacas! There are several great options to feed and pet these funny animals! https://www.arrowacresfarm.com/ https://www.edelhausfarm.com/
Allaire Community Farm
Have a fun day outside visiting the Allaire petting zoo, followed by wagon and barrel train rides! They even offer horseback riding lessons for older kids! https://allairecommunityfarm.org/
Atlantic Farms
Visit a whole barnyard of animals (even an EMU!) at this sweet farm that also offers pumpkin picking, wagon rides, barrel rides, a corn maze and games during their fall season. I particularly love their piggies her https://www.atlanticfarmsinc.com/petting-farm
Beaches
The Jersey Shore is famous for their fantastic beaches! There are many options all along the coast line! Belmar Beach is pretty popular and there are lots of food options along Ocean Ave for lunch! Kids 13 and under get on the beach for free! https://www.belmar.com/content.php?pid=21