Holiday Festival of Lights
Camden Childrens Garden
3 Riverside Drive
Camden, NJ
856-365-8733
Friday, November 30 through Saturday, December 29
$0-$3.50
The Festival of Lights is open on Friday and Saturday evenings in December from 5:30 until 8 pm.
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Enjoy a magical holiday tradition on the Camden Waterfront, one of the more popular Christmas events in NJ. Stroll through the 4.5 acres of gardens that include over 100,000 beautiful holiday lights and animated light sculptures. See live butterflies in the Philadelphia Eagles Four Season Butterfly House. Meet Santa Claus, his elves and Garden Mascot Mum Bear. Enjoy Plaza de Aibonito, a heated Tropical Holiday exhibit and learn about the Hispanic tradition of Three Kings Day. Amuse yourself in an enchanted Wonderland with animated scenes and model trains.
Guests can ride the Commerce Carousel, Butterfly Spring Ride or the Arrow River Express Train Ride for an additional fee.
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The Bridgeton, NJ Christmas Historic House Tour
December 1, 2007
4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tickets: $15.00 at the door, $12.00 in advance, 856) 451-9208
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Experience the charm of an old fashioned a Victorian Christmas. Tour Bridgeton’s historic district by moonlight as a passenger of a horse drawn trolley and be welcomed into private homes, churches, and museums dating back as far as 1740. The tour begins at The Nail House Museum located at the entrance of The City of Bridgeton's park located on Mayor Aitken Drive by way of West Commerce Street. Transportation throughout the tour area is by foot, your own vehicle, or by horse drawn trolley or sleigh. |
Red Bank Holiday Express Concert & Town Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday, Nov 23, 2007
7 PM
Broad & Monmouth Streets
Red Bank, NJ
732-544-8010
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Downtown Broad Street. Join in the celebration with contemporary and traditional Christmas music with the Holiday Express in concert and see the lighting of Red Bank's decorations and Christmas tree. |
Freehold Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony11/26, 5 to 7 PM
Downtown Freehold
(732) 462-3584 |
This ceremony marks the beginning of the holiday season. In addition to a beautiful picture-post card display of lights, and the lighting of a 30 foot tree, visitors will be treated to uplifting entertainment, including performances from the Freehold Township High School Band and the St. Rose Bell Choir |
Red Bank Classic Horse and Carriage Rides
December 1- 16, 2007, every Saturday and Sunday. 1-5pm, Free to the public.
732-842-4244 |
Ride through downtown Red Bank in an old-fashioned carriage and enjoy the sounds and sights of the Christmas season. The Horse and Carriage rides will begin in front of 26 Broad Street, outside Murphy Style Grill. The Horse and Carriage route will take you through the downtown area and will last 10-15 minutes. |
Cape May Christmas Candlelight House Tour Saturday, December 1, 2007
5:30-8:30 p.m., Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC).
609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 |
One of the popular New Jersey Christmas events. A self-guided tour of Cape May's festive holiday season. Features homes, inns, hotels and churches decorated for the holidays, plus caroling, strolling musicians and good old-fashioned cheer. Hospitality centers offer warm beverages and home-baked treats. Includes admission to the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and the Carriage House Gallery. Continuous shuttle service on heated trolleys. |
Somerset County Park Commission and the Somerset Hills YMCA
Environmental Education Center
190 Lord Stirling Road
Basking Ridge, NJ
908 766-2489
$4 per adult suggested donation/ $2 per child or senior suggested donation
Friday, December 7 through Wednesday, December 12— 9:30am-4:00pm
Thursday, December 13— 9:30am-8:30pm
Friday, December 14 through Sunday, December 16— 9:30am-4:00pm
No reservations are needed for individuals or families.
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December is the time to join the Somerset County Park Commission and the Somerset Hills YMCA and get into the holiday spirit. The Festival of Trees at the Environmental Education Center is an indoor display that includes more than fifty trees decorated by community groups and individuals. A silent auction featuring many delightful items will be conducted throughout the event, and selected ornaments will be offered for sale.
This is also one of the more popular Christmas events in NJ.
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Washington Crossing Christmas Day Dress Rehearsal
Sunday, December 9, 2007
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the Washington Crossing Historic Park
215-493-4076
Fees: Admission is charged. |
See the dress rehearsal of the Christmas Day Crossing as the troops row General Washington across the Delaware River. Witness such activities as tavern life in the McKonkey Ferry Inn, open-hearth cooking, historic demonstrations, sutlers, and more at this great family event. The Crossing rehearsal occurs around 1:00 pm. River crossings are contingent upon safe conditions for participants. If conditions discourage crossing of the river, ceremonies and activities still occur.
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Washington Crosses the Delaware River
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
1:00 pm
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the Washington Crossing Historic Park.
215-493-4076
Fees: Free |
The most historic of all the New Jersey Christmas events. See the 54th annual Crossing of the Delaware at this traditional recreation of a crucial historic event. River crossings are contingent upon safe conditions for participants. If conditions discourage crossing of the river, ceremonies and riverside activities still occur. Guided tours and access to historic structures are NOT available on Christmas Day. |
4th Annual Holiday Spectacular
December 15-16, 2007
Saturday 8:00pm and Sunday 2:00pm
Bickford Theater - Morris Museum
6 Normandy Heights Rd
Morristown, NJ
973-971-3706
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A Christmas event made to experience a holiday tradition featuring the joyous sounds of the Morris Choral Society and their special guest stars. Bring your best holiday singing voices, as the audience joins in singing all of your favorite holiday songs. Santa even makes an appearance, so bring the whole family!
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A Christmas Carol December 1, 2007
3:00pm and 8:00pm
Count Basie Theatre
101 Monmouth Street
Red Bank, NJ
732-842-9000
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Adapted from the Dickens novel, enjoy superb scenery and special effects, original music and many of the favorite traditional carols of the season. This production will take you back to the cobblestone streets of Victorian London, and put you in the mood for the rest of the holiday season. |
Second City Dysfunctional Holiday Revue
Friday, December 7, 2007 8 PM. Tickets $25.00
Count Basie Theatre
101 Monmouth Street
Red Bank, NJ
732-842-9000
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If you think selling Christmas decorations before Halloween is just crass consumerism, and you're already sick of the holidays by the time Thanksgiving rolls around, this the antidote you're looking for. A raucous blend of sketches, songs and improvised comedy with a healthy dose of seasonal satire. A fast-paced, interactive comedy show. Nothing is sacred in this funny, bright and original alternative holiday show. Holiday film classics, family gatherings, improvised Christmas carols and yes, religion, all get the comedy treatment. (Note: If you're easily offended by language or satirical material, this is not the show for you.)
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A Kids Holiday Celebration!
12/8-30/07
New Jersey Kids, children's museum
599 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus
(201) 262-5151
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A great celebration of Christmas events for the enjoyment of kids. The whole museum will be transformed into a winter holiday wonderland. There will be holiday stories, holiday crafts and holiday handpainting. Meet Santa on 12/8 and 12/9, tell him what you want for Christmas, and then get a special goodie bag to take home!.
The Museum will be closed on Tuesday, December 25th.Open New Years Eve from 10-6 and New Years Day from 12-6
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