Tourism

Hotel front desk
Aug 17, 2026

OPINION: NJ hotel franchise bill backs local businesses

The president of the NJ Commerce and Industry Association argues New Jersey's hotel franchise bill would boost competition, transparency and tourism while protecting owners.

Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial redevelopment project
Aug 13, 2026

$24.25M project to transform Battleship New Jersey (photos)

The Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial will undergo a $24.25M redevelopment, backed by $19.8M in NJEDA tax credits, starting in 2027.

Six Flags Great Adventure will debut Fright Fest Extreme, presented by Snickers, Sept. 13. The attraction will be open weekends and select nights though Nov. 3.
Aug 5, 2026

Six Flags Great Adventure hiring for fall events

Six Flags Great Adventure is hiring thousands of seasonal workers for Fright Fest, Kids Boo Fest and Oktoberfest this fall.

Shoreline Pier at The Boardwalk at Six Flags Great Adventure
Jul 2, 2026

Six Flags unveils Shoreline Pier at Great Adventure (photos)

Six Flags Great Adventure opens Shoreline Pier with new rides, dining, live entertainment and Jersey Shore-inspired attractions.

Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music at Monmouth University in Long Branch
Jun 23, 2026

Inside the Bruce Springsteen Center at Monmouth University (photos)

The Bruce Springsteen Center at Monmouth University in Long Branch explores 48,000 artifacts, exhibits and American music history.

Bass Pro Shops in Sayreville
Jun 22, 2026

Bass Pro Shops opening its largest single-level store in NJ this fall

Bass Pro Shops will open its largest single-level store in Sayreville, N.J., this fall, bringing jobs, aquariums and attractions at Riverton.

Seastreak
Jun 22, 2026

Point Pleasant Beach rejects Seastreak Manhattan ferry

Point Pleasant Beach Borough Council voted 3-2 against an ordinance for Seastreak's proposed Manhattan ferry pilot, citing process concerns.

World Cup fans
Jun 22, 2026

World Cup offers long-term growth for NJ hospitality

World Cup tourism gives New Jersey hospitality businesses a chance to build brands, attract visitors and drive repeat growth.

Adega Lounge in Newark
Jun 5, 2026

Newark, Jersey City time Restaurant Weeks with World Cup

Newark and Jersey City are timing Restaurant Week promotions with the 2026 FIFA World Cup to drive dining and tourism spending.

Liberty Science Center's 14th Annual Genius Gala
May 21, 2026

Liberty Science Center Genius Gala raises record $3.2M (photos)

Liberty Science Center's annual Genius Gala raised a record $3.2 million to support STEM education and expansion plans at the interactive science museum in Jersey City.

Aerial panorama of Jersey City skyline at sunset.
May 19, 2026

Jersey City launches World Cup celebration series

Jersey City announced free 2026 FIFA World Cup events across four wards to boost tourism and local business activity.

Mulligan's Pub in Hoboken
May 18, 2026

New Jersey expands bar hours for 2026 World Cup

Making the announcement in Hoboken, Gov. Mikie Sherrill said the move will help boost tourism and impact for local businesses during the once-in-a-lifetime tournament.