- The list below includes 46 free or cheap things to do in or near Surf City, New Jersey, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Mini Golf, Beaches, Fishing and Movie Theaters.
- From SandBar Golf to Long Beach Island, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Surf City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Toms River, Seaside Heights, Beach Haven and Barnegat Light.
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            The Art Alliance of Monmouth is a showcase for all manner of art in Central New Jersey. The Alliance hosts exhibitions of various kinds, and maintains a wide array of galleries dedicated to the works of individual artists.        
    
    
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            Part of the Bow Tie Cinemas theater chain, the Bow Tie Red Bank Theatre is a movie multiplex that shows newly released Hollywood films as well as independent and art house releases.        
    
    
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                1121 State Highway Route 12, Frenchtown, NJ 8825
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            Frenchtown's Delaware River Tubing Company provides thrilling adventures for teens, adults and families. The tubing company is known for their wild river rafting adventures while also offering kayaking, canoeing and river tubing trips.        
    
    
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            Located along the Navesink River, Riverside Gardens Park is small, grassy area with trees, benches and access to the water. The park also has a stage for live events including regular performances during the summer.        
    
    
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            With 36 lanes to choose from, Playdrome is a bowling alley with automatic bumpers and scoring. The alley hosts a special event called 'Future Bowl', where the pins glows in the dark under black light.        
    
    
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                Bortons Mill Rd & Caldwell Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
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            Challenge Grove Park includes two playgrounds, a quarter mile track, a bocce court, a basketball court and baseball and soccer fields. There are also many trails, a river and a wide grassy area for picnics.        
    
    
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            Jake's Place is a large children's outdoor playground with a variety of play structures, including climbing gyms, swings, slides, and others. The playground was designed to be accessible to all children.        
    
    
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                1845 N Route 9, Cape May Court House, NJ 8210
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            Visitors can enjoy a series of floral gardens nestled in native woodlands at the Leamings Run Gardens & Colonial Farm. The gardens and farm are home to many rare plant species, making for an abundantly colorful and serene setting.         
    
    
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            A small waterfront park along the Navesink River, Marine Park features open grass fields, shade trees and views of the river. The park has a children's playground, tennis courts and park benches.        
    
    
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                1845 Rte 9 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
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            A series of flower gardens compose the bulk of Leaming's Run Garden that can be enjoyed with a leisurely stroll. Special events and program help bring the gardens to life, especially the Haunted Walk known as Screamings Run.