Family Events in Asbury Park
22 upcoming events in Asbury Park, NJ.
- Play on Pine is back for the summer! Play on Pine is back for the summer! Every Friday from June 19 through August 28, join the City of Asbury Park on Pine Street (between 2nd and 3rd Avenues) from 5 PM to 7 PM for activities including jump ropes, soccer balls, chalk art, scooters, bikes, and cardboard construction. This all-ages family event provides a safe, car-free environment for children and neighbors to enjoy summer evenings in the street and the adjacent school playground. Admission is free. Weather permitting.
- Youth Improv (Ages 9-12) Youth Improv class for ages 9-12 with instructor Trish Tyler. These interactive sessions focus on creativity, teamwork, and spontaneous storytelling. Registration is $25 per class. The course includes an optional performance involving students from all three classes (August 8, 15, 22). Held at the Shore Thing Theater within the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove.
- ComedySportz: New Show Every Week! ComedySportz is the longest-running interactive comedy competition in the country. This fast-paced, improvisational show pits two teams of comedians against each other in a battle for points and laughs, guided by a referee. Rated E for Everyone, it is an ideal outing for families, date nights, or groups of friends. Audience participation is a key part of this clean, high-energy entertainment experience at the Jersey Shore Arts Center.
- Baronet Movies: Wicked: For Good Join us for a movie night at our rooftop cinema, Baronet, featuring the 2025 Musical-Drama 'Wicked: For Good'. Doors open at 8:00 PM with the film starting at sundown (approximately 8:45 PM). Tickets are available online or at the door, and children under 2 are free. Guests are encouraged to bring their own beach chairs and blankets for first-come, first-serve seating. Fresh popcorn, candy, soda, wine, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase. Please enter through the center exterior doors (Rooftop Elevator Entrance). All sales are final and weather-dependent.
- Play on Pine is back for the summer! Play on Pine is back for the summer! Join the City of Asbury Park for this free recurring summer-time activity series for children and families. Every Friday through August 28, the block of Pine Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues is closed to traffic from 5pm to 7pm and transforms into a play space with jump ropes, soccer balls, chalk art, scooters, bikes, and cardboard building. Activities also take place on the adjacent school playground. Admission is free for all ages. Weather permitting.
- Summer Reading Closing Celebration: Unearth a Story Join the Asbury Park Public Library for the 'Summer Reading Closing Celebration: Unearth a Story'. This family-friendly event features Dinosaur Storytime for young children at 11:30 AM and Dinosaur Trivia for all ages at 12:00 PM. It is also the final deadline to submit reading and activity logs for children and teens (birth through 12th grade) to qualify for prizes and raffles.
- Youth Improv (Ages 9-12) Join instructor Trish Tyler for a dynamic youth improv class series specifically designed for children ages 9-12. These interactive sessions focus on creativity, teamwork, and spontaneous storytelling. Participants attending all three sessions have the opportunity to take part in an optional performance to showcase their new skills. Registration is $25 per class. Held at the Shore Thing Theater within the Jersey Shore Arts Center.
- ComedySportz: New Show Every Week! ComedySportz is the longest-running interactive comedy experience in the country, featuring two teams of players competing for points and laughs in a fast-paced, improvisational format. The audience provides suggestions and determines the winner of each round. This high-energy show is rated E for everyone, making it a perfect outing for families, date nights, or friends. Admission is $15 for adults and $12 for children and seniors.
- Little League Improv (Ages 6-9) Join Trish Tyler for a fun introduction to improv specifically for children ages 6 to 9. These 45-minute classes help younger kids explore creativity and confidence through interactive games. Held at the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove, each session is $20. This class is part of the Shore Thing Theater summer series and is perfect for budding performers looking to drop in and learn the basics of storytelling and improv comedy.
- Play on Pine is back for the summer! Join the City of Asbury Park for 'Play on Pine', a summer series of free community fun for all ages every Friday through August 28. This family-friendly, all-ages event transforms Pine Street (between 2nd and 3rd Avenues) and the adjacent school playground into a safe, car-free environment from 5 PM to 7 PM. Kids and families can enjoy outdoor activities including soccer, jump ropes, chalk art, cardboard construction, scooters, and bikes. Admission is free. Weather permitting.
- Freakier Friday (2025) - Baronet Rooftop Movie Join The Asbury Hotel for a summer screening of Freakier Friday (2025) at Baronet, their 5th-floor outdoor rooftop cinema. Doors open at 8:00 PM, and the film begins at sundown, typically around 8:45 PM. Admission is $15 plus tax, and children under 2 years old are free. Enjoy fresh popcorn, candy, and a variety of beverages including beer, wine, and cocktails at the concession stand. Seating is first-come, first-serve; guests are highly encouraged to bring their own beach chairs and blankets.
- Youth Improv (Ages 9-12) Join instructor Trish Tyler for a dynamic youth improv class series specifically designed for children ages 9-12. These interactive sessions focus on the fundamentals of improvisation, helping kids build confidence, creativity, teamwork, and spontaneous storytelling. The course includes an optional performance involving students from all three classes. Admission is $25 per class. Held at the Shore Thing Theater within the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove.
- ComedySportz ComedySportz is the longest-running interactive comedy experience in the country. It's a fun, fast-paced, competitive improvisational comedy show where two teams battle for laughs and points. The audience provides suggestions and judges the winners, making every show unique. It is perfect for date night, family night, or group outings and is proudly rated E for Everyone!
- Little League Improv (Ages 6-9) Join Trish Tyler for a fun introduction to improv specifically for children ages 6 to 9. These 45-minute classes help younger kids explore creativity and confidence through interactive games. Held at the Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove, each session is $20. This class is part of the Shore Thing Theater summer series and is perfect for budding performers looking to drop in and learn the basics of storytelling and improv comedy.
- Summer Art Camp Join Over The Moon Art Studios for a week of creativity during the Summer Art Camp. Running daily from 9 AM to 12 PM, this camp offers a creative 'Third Space' for kids to explore various artistic mediums and develop their skills in a supportive studio environment. Located in the heart of Asbury Park, the camp provides an engaging atmosphere for young artists to connect and create. Check the link in bio to grab your spot before the week fills up.
- Summer Art Camp Join Over The Moon Art Studios for a week of creativity during the Summer Art Camp. Running daily from 9 AM to 12 PM, this camp offers a creative 'Third Space' for kids to explore various artistic mediums and develop their skills in a supportive studio environment. Located in the heart of Asbury Park, the camp provides an engaging atmosphere for young artists to connect and create. Check the link in bio to grab your spot before the week fills up.
- Summer Art Camp Join Over The Moon Art Studios for a week of creativity during the Summer Art Camp. Running daily from 9 AM to 12 PM, this camp offers a creative 'Third Space' for kids to explore various artistic mediums and develop their skills in a supportive studio environment. Located in the heart of Asbury Park, the camp provides an engaging atmosphere for young artists to connect and create. Check the link in bio to grab your spot before the week fills up.
- Summer Art Camp Join Over The Moon Art Studios for a week of creativity during the Summer Art Camp. Running daily from 9 AM to 12 PM, this camp offers a creative 'Third Space' for kids to explore various artistic mediums and develop their skills in a supportive studio environment. Located in the heart of Asbury Park, the camp provides an engaging atmosphere for young artists to connect and create. Check the link in bio to grab your spot before the week fills up.
- Play on Pine is back for the summer! Play on Pine returns to Asbury Park for a summer series of free outdoor community fun every Friday from June 19 through August 28. Join the City of Asbury Park on Pine Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues from 5 PM to 7 PM for activities including chalk art, bikes, soccer, jump ropes, scooters, cardboard construction, and more. This all-ages event provides a safe, car-free environment for families and children to enjoy summer evenings in the street and the adjacent school playground. Admission is free. Weather permitting.
- ComedySportz ComedySportz is the longest-running interactive comedy experience in the country. This fun, fast-paced, and competitive improvisational comedy show pits two teams against each other in a battle for laughs, with the audience serving as the referee. Perfect for families, date nights, or group outings, this high-energy performance is rated E for Everyone. Join the fun at the Jersey Shore Arts Center for a unique and hilarious entertainment experience that changes with every show.
- ComedySportz ComedySportz is the longest-running interactive comedy experience in the country. It is a fun, fast-paced, competitive improvisational comedy show where two teams battle for points and your laughs. This family-friendly performance is perfect for date night, company outings, or an evening with friends. The show is rated E for Everyone and relies on audience participation to drive the action.
- ComedySportz: New Show Every Week! ComedySportz is the longest-running interactive comedy experience in the country, featuring two teams of players competing for points in a fast-paced, improvisational comedy match. Similar to a sporting event, the show includes a referee and live music, with the audience deciding the winner. This high-energy performance is rated E for everyone, making it a perfect outing for families, date nights, or groups of friends looking for a unique and competitive laugh-out-loud evening.
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