Family Events in Long Branch
Kid-friendly events, parades, and family entertainment in Long Branch, New Jersey.
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Browse family events in Long Branch, including dates, locations, and what to expect at each event.
Family Events in Long Branch
Ice Carving Competition at Pier Village
FREE3rd Saturday of January
Live ice sculpting demonstrations
📍 The Blue Wave at Pier Village
Kite at the Pier
FREEApril 11
📍 Pier Village
Oceanfest
FREEJuly 4
250,000 attendees
📍 Pier Village & Long Branch Beach
👨👩👧👦 Family Events Tips for Long Branch
- •Shore family events cluster activities in short windows (character appearances, contests, crafts) — screenshot the schedule so you're not hunting for a posted flyer with kids in tow.
- •Face painting, balloon, and craft lines are shortest right when the event opens.
- •Pick a visible landmark as a meetup spot when you arrive; boardwalk events get dense enough to lose sight of each other fast.
- •Parking in Long Branch: Municipal lot $10 weekdays/$20 weekends. Metered street parking available.