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Holiday Cheer Spreads Through the Garden State
With Numerous Events and Activities Celebrating the Season
Trenton—Holiday festivities in New Jersey are just as diverse as its residents. Holiday craft shows, candlelight shopping, wreath making and a classic Victorian Christmas is just a sample of what the state has to offer. Hanukkah and Kwanzaa celebrations are planned along with other cultural celebrations.
“Visitors and residents can enjoy the spirit of the holiday with a host of activities and events that celebrate family, joy and laughter,” said Nancy Byrne, Executive Director of Travel & Tourism.
November
- Annual Holiday Show in Cape May, November 24-December 23. A time for the whole family to enjoy!
For information call 609-884-1341. Visit www.capemaystage.com
- Haddonfield's Candlelight Shopping, November 24-December 23. Shop during December and experience carolers, dulcimers, carriage rides and thousands of lights on tree-lined streets. For information call 856-216-7253. Visit www.haddonfieldnj.org
- Holiday Wreath-Crafting Workshop, November 28 and December 2 in Cape May. Using step-by-step instructions and natural materials, participants will create unique, handcrafted wreaths. For information call 609-898-8848. Visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/nccm
December
- Wreath-Making at Duke Farms in Hillsborough, December 1, 9, and 18. Design your own holiday wreath to celebrate nature, the season or a hobby. For information call 908-243-3627. Visit www.dukefarms.org
- 21st Annual Clinton Christmas Parade, December 1. Christmas Parade with 40 floats, marching bands, the Polish Mummer's String Band and more. For information call 908-735-4020. Visit www.clintonnj.com
- Dickens Festival, December 1 in Medford. Carolers, musicians, entertainers, all with a Dickens theme. For information call 609-654-2512. Visit www.medfordtownship.com
- 25th Annual Christmas in Bay Head, December 1-3. Open house at the shops and tree lighting from 5 pm - 9 pm Friday, trolley ride with Santa and specials at shops Saturday, evening concert and tour of the inns Sunday. For information call 800-422-9433. Visit www.bayhead.org
- Santa Visits and Holiday Caroling at the Jackson Premium Outlets in Jackson, December 1-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24. Santa strolls the sidewalks from 2 pm - 6 pm. Bring your wish list and cameras for pictures. For information call 732-833-0503. Visit www.premiumoutlets.com/jackson
- 33rd Annual Festival of Trees, December 1-10 at the Basking Ridge Environmental Education Center. More than 50 trees are decorated by community groups and individuals. For information call 908-766-2489. Visit www.somersetcountyparks.org
- Sounds of the Season, December 1-23 in Atlantic City. School choirs from South Jersey perform holiday songs at the Central Plaza of the Quarter at Tropicana Casino & Resort. For information call 800-843-8767.
- 33rd Christmas Candlelight House Tour, December 2 in Cape May. More than 20 bed and breakfast inns, guesthouses, hotels and churches open their festively decorated doors to visitors. For information call 800-275-4278. Visit www.capemaymac.org
- 14th Annual Christmas House Tour, December 2 in Mullica Hill. Ten historic homes and an 1820's three-horse stall barn will be decorated in holiday splendor. For information call 800-881-6800. Visit www.mullicahill.com
- Bridgeton Christmas Historic House Tour, December 2. Usher in the holidays with the sights and sounds of a Victorian Christmas. Tour the prestigious homes of Bridgeton by horse drawn carriage to the sounds of our Victorian carolers as they roam about. For information call 856-451-9208. Visit www.cityofbridgeton.com
- Hope Township Christmas Craft Market, December 2-3. More than 200 crafters, music, food, tours and Santa. For information call 908-459-4600.
- Holly Walk, December 2-3 in Morristown. Tour historical homes decorated for the holidays. For information call 973-631-5151. Visit www.morristourism.org
- Magical Talking Tree, December 2-3 & 16-17 in Smithville. The tree wakes up to talk to the young and young at heart. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in the village and The Smithville Train is decorated for the holidays. For information call 609-748-6160. Visit www.SmithvilleNJ.com
- Pine Creek RR Christmas Express, December 2-17 in Farmingdale. Santa rides the train and talks to all the kids. A holiday tradition at the Jersey Shore. For information call 732-938-5524. Visit www.njmt.org
- Medford Holiday Tour of Homes, December 3. Get your holiday off to a warm start with a tour of historic homes and buildings. For information call 609-953-2950. Visit www.scherzerantiques.com
- 18th Annual Festival of Trees December 3-31 in New Brunswick. Annual exhibition of Christmas trees and traditions from around the world. For information call 732-846-5777. Visit www.ahfoundation.org
- Festival of Trees, December 6-January 7 in Princeton. A holiday experience for the whole family at the Morven Museum & Garden. For information call 609-924-8144. Visit www.morven.org
- Holiday House Tour, December 7 in Summit. Visit beautifully appointed domiciles decked out in holiday style in the prominent communities of Summit and Short Hills. For information call 908-273-8787. Visit www.reeves-reedarboretum.org
- Soul of the Season, December 8-9 in Millville. Celebrate the winter holidays with carriage rides pulled by Clydesdales. Professional ice sculptures on the Plaza. Carolers throughout the town. Shopping in unique stores, galleries and antique shops. For information call 800-887-4957. Visit www.glasstownartsdistrict.com
- 33rd Christmas Candlelight House Tour December 9 in Cape May. More than 20 bed and breakfast inns, guesthouses, hotels and churches open their festively decorated doors to reveal the charm, holiday cheer and Victorian interiors that make Christmas in Cape May. For information call 800-275-4278. Visit www.capemaymac.org
- Winter Skating Festival, December 9 in Morris Twp. Free skating noon - 8 pm. Enjoy a day of skating, figure skating demonstrations, a hockey exhibition and surprise appearances. For information call 973-326-7651. Visit www.morrisparks.net
- Keyport Candlelight Holiday House Tour, December 9. Tour charming Victorian homes and historic properties. Enjoy late holiday shopping in the quaint downtown shops. For information call 732-946-2711. Visit www.keyportonline.com
- Annual Holiday Lighting, December 9 in Holmdel. Ceremony includes lighting the Christmas tree, Menorah and a reading about Kwanzaa. For information call 732-335-0033. Visit www.njvvmf.org
- Victorian Holiday Festival: Houses and Inns on Tour December 9-10 in Ocean Grove. Saturday, Guided tours of the Great Auditorium, horse and buggy rides and a live Nativity in the Great Auditorium. Sunday, Inns only tour. Train show and doll house display both days. For information call 1-800-388-4768. Visit www.oceangrovenj.com
- Christmas in the 40s, December 9-17 in Fort Hancock. Visit a restored Fort Hancock Officer Row home as it might have been decorated for the holidays during World War II. For information call 732-872-5970. Visit www.nps.gov/gate
- Seasonal Traditions, December 10-31 in Piscataway at the East Jersey Olde Towne Village. Victorian Holiday Traditions includes caroling, exhibit of antique holiday ornaments dating from the 1840s to the 1940s, early light sets, various lithographs and prints, a lecture, children's crafts and storytelling. For information call 732-745-3030. Visit co.middlesex.nj.us/culturalheritage
- Haddonfield's Holiday House Tour, December 14. This annual event features several homes dressed for the Holidays. For information call 856-216-7253. Visit www.haddonfieldnj.org
- Freehold Lantern Walk December 15. Bring your own candle, lantern, or flashlight for this annual candlelight walk through downtown Freehold to sing carols and holiday favorites, followed by hot cider served on the Plaza. For information call 732-462-3584 or visit www.freeholdcenter.com
- Candlelight Night in Clinton, December 14. Clinton's Main Street will be lined with candles. All shops and eateries are open late. For information call 908-735-8614 or visit www.clintonnj.com
- The American Boychoir, December 16-17 in Princeton. Take a journey through time and tradition with the world-renowned American Boychoir. Carols spanning many centuries and countries will be interwoven with seasonal readings. For information call 609-924-5858. Visit www.americanboychoir.org
- Freehold Menorah Lighting, December 18. The Borough marks the start of Hanukkah by lighting the menorah. Children from local congregations perform traditional songs to commemorate the Festival of Lights. For information call 732-462-3584. Visit www.freeholdcenter.com
- Patriots Week in Trenton, December 24-29. Historic Trenton commemorates its revolutionary past during "Patriots Week" with ceremonies, celebrations and reenactments involving art, music, literature and living history. For more information, visit www.patriotsweek.com
- First Night Ocean City, December 31. New Years Eve celebration with a complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight. For information call 609-525-9300. Visit www.njoceancity.com
- First Night Haddonfield, December 31. A First Night family-oriented, alcohol-free celebration of the arts. For information call 856-216-7253. Visit www.haddonfieldnj.org
- First Night Burlington County, December 31. Friends and families from around Burlington County and beyond are invited to join us on New Year's Eve as we celebrate The Year of the Pig. First Night is part of an international celebration of the New Year through the Arts. For information call 609-914-0811. Visit www.MainStreetMountHolly.com
- First Night Morris County, 2007 December 31. Family friendly and for revelers of all ages. Alcohol-free celebration of arts and culture with more than 80 performances of theater, dance, music, comedy, magic and more. For information call 973-455-0708. Visit www.firstnightmorris.com
- First Night Ocean County, December 31. Free entertainment on New Year's Eve and Fireworks on the beach at 5:30. For information call 1-800-SEASHOR. Visit www.seasideheightstourism.com
- The Glitter Ball at Congress Hall, December 31 in Cape May. Live music in a ballroom setting, with a five-course dinner, open bar, champagne toast and party favors - all in an oceanfront setting. For information call 888-944-1816. Visit www.congresshall.com
For information on other activities and attractions in the Garden State, contact the New Jersey Office of Travel & Tourism at 1-800-VISITNJ or visit www.visitnj.org.
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