Fall is in full swing, and South Jersey is the perfect place to make family memories without spending a dime. From pumpkin festivals to hands-on art activities, there’s something for every kid (and parent) to enjoy. Best part? These events are free — yes, free! Pack your calendar and get ready for a season of fun.
🍂 Featured Free Kids Events
Pumpkin Festival – Historic Cold Spring Village
🗓 October 11, 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May
🎃 Pumpkin painting, children’s Halloween parade, games, crafts — this is fall family fun at its best. Admission is free, though donations of non-perishable food are encouraged.
🔗 Event info: Historic Cold Spring Village Pumpkin Festival
Free Kids Event: Animal Wonders featuring Do-A-Dot Art!
🗓 October 18
📍 Lakeshore Learning Store, Cherry Hill Township
🎨 Kids can unleash their creativity with animal-themed art projects. It’s hands-on, fun, and totally free.
🔗 Sign up here: Eventbrite – Free Kids Event: Animal Wonders
Fall Fest – Cherry Hill, NJ
🗓 October 19, 1 PM – 4 PM
📍 1720 Springdale Rd, Cherry Hill
🍁 Bounce houses, trunk-or-treat, face painting, sand art, crafts — Fall Fest has everything to keep kids busy and parents smiling.
🔗 Details: Fall Fest Cherry Hill
Fall Fling & Car Show – Cumberland County
🗓 October 12, 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Cumberland County Fairgrounds
🚗 Family-friendly car show with free admission, local vendors, and fun activities. Perfect for kids who love cars and parents who love free outings.
🔗 More info: South Jersey October Events
🌟 Why These Events Are Worth Your Time
These aren’t just free activities — they’re experiences your kids will talk about long after the season ends. From painting pumpkins to exploring art projects and enjoying community festivals, South Jersey knows how to celebrate fall. And as parents, we know the best things in life (and sometimes the most fun) don’t have to come with a ticket price.
Question for you: Which one would your kids pick first — painting pumpkins, jumping in bounce houses, or crafting their own art project?