Seasonal & Holidays
7 Family-Friendly Summer Activities In Barnegat-Manahawkin
Get ready to explore exciting attractions and events right here in our community!
Great news, Barnegat-Manahawkin — summer is just around the corner! If you're in search of family-friendly fun, we've put together a list of seven fantastic activities in and around town that are sure to be a hit with everyone. Don't forget to check with the venue ahead of time to confirm hours, ticket availability or any special requirements before you go!
1. The Mainland
📅 When: Tuesdays-Sundays | Tu-Th: 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.; Fri: 12:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.; Sat: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.; Sun: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
📍Where: 151 NJ-72, Manahawkin, NJ
🔗 More info: Click here
❌ Note: Arcade hours only; seasonal opening date and hours for Karts TBA
2. Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
📅 When: Open daily | 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
📍Where: 208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ
🔗 More info: Click here
3. Cloverdale Farm County Park
📅 When: Open daily | 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
📍Where: 34 Cloverdale Rd, Barnegat, NJ
🔗 More info: Click here
4. Fantasy Island Amusement Park
📅 When: Select dates Thursday, April 17-Sunday, October 12, 2025 | hours vary by day; see website for details
📍Where: 750 N Bay Ave, Beach Haven, NJ
🔗 More info: Click here
5. Popcorn Park Animal Refuge
📅 When: Open daily | 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (last admission time 4:00 p.m.)
📍Where: 1 Humane Wy, Forked River, NJ
🔗 More info: Click here
6. New Jersey Maritime Museum
📅 When: Fridays-Sundays through May 2025; daily June-August 2025 | 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
📍Where: 528 Dock Haven Rd, Beach Haven, NJ
🔗 More info: Click here
7. Paul King County Park
📅 When: Open daily | 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
📍Where: 2 W Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ
🔗 More info: Click here
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