Collingswood, New Jersey, is a quaint and walkable borough just 15 minutes by train from urban Philadelphia. With a thriving downtown that touts active small businesses such as art galleries, boutiques, and high-end consignment stores, Collingswood is a wonderful place to lose track of time. Excellent eating and drinking await at Collingswood’s many delicious restaurants. The perfect place for an autumnal weekend getaway, Collingswood, New Jersey, has no shortage of fun. From the opportunity to make your own pottery, to a local farmer’s market, there is so much to do. Read on to discover the very best things to do in Collingswood, New Jersey, to plan out your East Coast getaway.
1. Spend a day out with your kids at Knight Park Playground
70 acres (28.3 ha) of green await you at Knight Park Playground, which, yes, also has a playground. Knight Park is perfectly situated within central Collingswood; another reason why this borough regularly scores high for being pedestrian-friendly. Athletic fields, walking and biking paths, and the opportunity for “passive recreation” (think a good ol’ fashioned picnic), are all on the agenda at Knight Park. Founded in 1888, this beloved park is a great choice for a leisurely afternoon, especially if you have your little ones in tow. Let them enjoy the play facilities as you feel the fresh air and unwind.
Knight Park Playground
Address: Park Ave & W Browning Rd, Collingswood, NJ 08107
Website: Knight Park
Opening hours: 9:30am - 8:30pm (daily)
2. Catch a show at Collingswood Scottish Rite Auditorium
Collingswood Scottish Rite Auditorium is a historic venue whose stage has seen such names as Natalie Merchant, America, and Gordon Lightfoot (to name just a few). With over twenty concerts per year, and additional productions by the Collingswood Community Theater, there is always culture to take in at the Scottish Rite Auditorium. One of the largest auditoriums in South Jersey, sellout nights have the energy up, and the music pumping.
Collingswood Scottish Rite Auditorium
Address: 315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ 08107
3. Drink a fizzy one at The Pop Shop
It feels like good, old-fashioned fun to head to The Pop Shop, a throw-back to times when heading to the local soda fountain was commonplace. With colorful interior decor, and a mouth-watering menu, The Pop Shop features 30 different grilled cheese sandwiches, build-your-own burgers, and all-day breakfast. A place offering so much fun, The Pop Shop should be on everyone’s list, young or old.
The Pop Shop
Address: 729 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: The Pop Shop
Opening hours: Sat: 7:30am - 10pm; Sun: 7:30am - 8pm; Mon - Thu: 8am - 9pm; Fri: 8am - 10pm
4. Enjoy the tasty food and warm ambiance at Hearthside
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Hearthside has a national reputation for ambiance, aesthetics, and rustic pizzas with a BYOB policy. Known as one of the hottest new “Philly” restaurants (outside of Philadelphia, that is), Hearthside touts open-fire cooking for wood pizzas, homemade bread, and cosmopolitan foods otherwise not necessarily found in Collingswood. Perfect for a special night out, Hearthside is a worthwhile destination that will transport you and your taste buds.
Hearthside
Address: 801 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Hearthside
Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 5pm - 10pm (closed on Sun & Mon)
5. Treat yourself at S & Y Aloha Beauty Spa
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If a true vacation for you requires a trip to the spa, look no further than S & Y Aloha Beauty Spa. With treatments that include facials, waxing, body and acne treatments, there is truly something for each individual’s taste. Look to Groupon for frequent discounts at S &Y Aloha Beauty Spa to save on your choice of indulgence. Unwind, relax, and rejuvenate at S &Y Aloha Beauty Spa in Collingswood, NJ.
S & Y Aloha Beauty Spa
Address: 663 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: S & Y Aloha Beauty Spa
Opening hours: Sat: 10:30am - 7:30pm; Mon - Fri: 10am - 7pm (closed on Sun)
6. Grab a cold one at Devil's Creek Brewery
One of the most popular family-owned breweries in South Jersey, Devil’s Creek Brewery has a variety of handmade beers, done with a creative flair. Sample beers such as Cocoa Dream (milk stout), Peach Kolsch, Let Me Hit That Saison, and Tarty Party. Visit the tasting room whose tours are available between Thursdays to Sundays. Do note, the brewery serves no food so be prepared to bring your own. Also, be sure to leave your car keys in the hands of a designated driver.
Devil's Creek Brewery
Address: 1 Powell Lane at, Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Devil’s Creek Brewery
Opening hours: Sat: 12pm - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 6pm; Wed - Thu: 5pm - 10pm; Fri: 4pm - 10pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
7. Solve the mystery behind Exit 4 Private Escape Rooms
Exit 4 Private Escape Rooms offers the opportunity to get yourself in a sticky situation, but manage to escape in time. With options such as Time Machine Trouble, The Wizarding Hour, and T-Rex Lockdown, there is no shortage of challenge or fun at Exit 4 Private Escape Rooms. Try to unlock the challenge of each room in the 60 minutes allotted, always with the guarantee that your room will be privately yours. Exit 4 Private Escape Rooms is a wild and wacky way to spend an afternoon or evening, learning team building skills.
Exit 4 Private Escape Rooms
Address: 710 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Exit 4 Private Escape Rooms
Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 12pm - 11pm; Weds - Fri: 6pm - 11pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
Price: 28 USD per person
8. Get crafty at All Fired Up!
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The charm of creating and relaxing is found at All Fired Up! pottery studio and craft shop. With paint-yourself-projects and workshops for kids and adults, All Fired Up! gets you flexing your artistic side, with a memento to show for it. Glass fusing, Paint and PJ Saturdays, and story time at All Fired Up! are upcoming events that highlight the unique and playful personality of the shop. Check the website for updated events, and be sure to sign up for the email list to receive 15 percent off of one piece of pottery.
All Fired Up!
Address: 602 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: All Fired Up!
Opening hours: Sat: 10am - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm; Tue - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri: 11am - 10pm (closed on Mon)
9. Shop for fresh produce at Collingswood Farmer's Market
Who can resist the allure of a local farmer’s market? Collingswood Farmer’s Market occurs each Saturday from May to Thanksgiving. With goods ranging from fresh cheeses to handmade pies, European-style breads to dog treats, you’ll want to be sure to bring some cash when visiting Collingswood Farmer’s Market. No matter rain or shine, Collingswood Farmer’s Market is open for business, complete with a cafe and weekly live music.
Collingswood Farmer's Market
Address: N. Atlantic Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Collingswood Farmer’s Market
Opening hours: Sat: 8am - 12pm (closed from Sun - Fri)
10. Dine in style at Nunzio Ristorante Rustico
Come be transported to Southern Italy with Chef Nunzio Patruno’s food, who has earned his name with a number of restaurants in the Philly area. Country-Italian style, these hearty but artful dishes will leave you satisfied. Try handmade gnocchi, fresh seafood dishes, burrata mozzarella salad, and save room for the many delectable desserts. Though South Jersey has its fill of Italian restaurants, Nunzio Ristorante Rustico should be at the top of your list.
Nunzio Ristorante Rustico
Address: 706 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Nunzio Ristorante Rustico
Opening hours: Sat : 4:30pm - 10:30pm; Sun: 2:30pm - 9pm; Tue - Thu: 11:30am - 10pm; Fri: 11:30am - 10:30pm (closed on Mon)
11. Get your thrift on at Clutter Vintage
Cute and eclectic, if you love the thrill of the hunt to find old but beautiful pieces, you must head to Clutter Vintage. Whether you need a little something for the home or are seeking a small token for a friend, what’s old is new at Clutter Vintage. Delightful staff will help you in your search, or simply provide the human touch that small businesses offer over chain stores. Also offering handmade treasures, shop local artists’ work at Clutter Vintage and come home with something unique every time.
Clutter Vintage
Address: 697 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Clutter Vintage
Opening hours: Sat: 10am - 8pm; Sun: 12pm - 5pm Tue - Thu: 11am - 6pm; Fri: 11am - 8pm (closed on Mon)
12. Have your caffeine fix at Grooveground Coffeebar
Everyone needs a pick-me-up sometimes, and cute and cozy Grooveground Coffeebar offers the space to do so in Collingswood. With a clean aesthetic and innovative coffee drinks, Grooveground Coffeebar is open early and closes late seven days a week. Events such as the Live Friday music series, Second Saturday art exhibitions, as well as other events such as book signings make Grooveground extra special. Drinks such as Cafe Bombon, espresso with condensed milk, make this coffee bar a must-try spot.
Grooveground Coffeebar
Address: 647 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Grooveground Coffeebar
Opening hours: Sat: 8am - 11pm; Sun: 8am - 10pm; Mon - Thu: 7am - 10pm; Fri: 7am - 11pm
13. Try the ice cream at Arctic Freeze Creamery
Who doesn’t love a refreshing ice cream treat? Arctic Freeze Creamery is noteworthy in that it is one of the first hand-rolled ice cream companies in Southern Jersey, all made with fresh ingredients. Portions are huge, and the owner as sweet as the ice cream; all an added cherry on top when visiting Arctic Freeze Company. Non-dairy options exists for those who are allergic or simply prefer the coconut-based option. Seasonal flavors make each visit to Arctic Freeze even more enticing.
Arctic Freeze Creamery
Address: 734 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Arctic Freeze Creamery
Opening hours: Sat: 2pm - 10pm; Sun: 2pm - 9pm; Tue - Thu: 3pm - 9pm; Fri: 3pm - 10pm (closed on Mon)
14. Tempt your sweet tooth at The Candy Jar by 1892
If you didn’t get enough sweetness at Arctic Freeze Creamery, head to The Candy Jar by 1892, a cute throw-back candy store. Take home chocolates, retro candy finds, or order a custom-made candy bar. Another shining small business of Collingswood, The Candy Jar’s little known secret is their fresh gelato, which will make you feel like you’ve stepped into Italy herself. All candy is weighed by the pound so whatever you fancy (a lot or a little), can be purchased for a reasonable price.
The Candy Jar by 1892
Address: 721 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: The Candy Jar by 1892
Opening hours: Fri - Sat: 11am - 7pm; Sun - Thu: 11am - 6pm
15. Make a splash at Roberts Pool
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The pool is always a great way to spend a sunny summer day. Roberts Pool in Collingswood has three pools to play all day in, with programs for the young and the old. From mid-June to early September, bask under the sun, then cool yourself off at this Collingswood staple. Though day passes are a bit expensive, if you pack a picnic and enjoy the day, it’s well worth it.
Roberts Pool
Address: 215 Hillcrest Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Website: Roberts Pool
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11:30am - 7pm; Sun: 11:30am - 6pm (June 21 - September 2)
Price: 20 USD a day for non-Collingswood residents
Enjoy all there is to do at Collingswood, NJ
From outdoor adventures to retail therapy, Collingswood, NJ, is a borough that has it all. Just a quick train ride from Philadelphia, this hip borough is as good as it gets for a suburb that still has a distinct character and thriving downtown area. Whether visiting in summer or winter, there is always something to do in Collingswood, NJ. Check these things to do in Collingswood, NJ, off your list!
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