New Jersey Leisure Guide Monthly Newsletter
December, 2017

The month of December is filled with events that include concerts and theatre at the largest NJ venues along with holiday and Christmas festivals for families to welcome in the New Year.

This Edition's Contents...

• Popular December Events and Things To Do
• Seasonal Frequently Asked Question
• This Month's Featured Restaurant
  

Note: This information is provided by event sponsors as a free service to our viewers. Sometimes conditions require cancellations or changes of dates, times and location which are not reflected in the original schedule. Before planning a trip to visit one of the listed events, it is suggested that you call the event sponsor to confirm the event schedule or for additional information on the event

Popular December, 2017 Events and Things To Do

Holiday Jubilee: Sounds of The Season
December 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 18, 19, 22, 2017 @ 9:00PM
Tropicana Casino - Tropicana Showroom - NJ
Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets

Tyler Henry
Saturday December 2, 2017 9:00PM
Caesars Atlantic City
Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets

Disney On Ice: Reach For The Stars
Wednesday December 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 2017
Cure Insurance Arena
Trenton, NJ
Tickets

Michael Bolton
Wednesday December 13, 2017 8:00PM
Count Basie Theatre
Red Bank, NJ
Tickets

Steve Martin & Martin Short
Friday December 15, 2017 8:00PM
Borgata Events Center
Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets

Atlantic City Ballet: The Nutcracker
Saturday December 16, 17, 2017 7:00PM
Caesars Atlantic City
Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets

WWE: Smackdown
Tuesday December 19, 2017 7:45PM
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Tickets

Martina McBride
Thursday December 21, 2017 8:00PM
Count Basie Theatre
Red Bank, NJ
Tickets

Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Tuesday December 26, 2017 3PM & 8PM
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Tickets

Gov't Mule
Friday December 29, 2017 8:00PM
Borgata Events Center
Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets

The Harlem Globetrotters
Saturday December 30, 2017 2:00PM
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Tickets

Morris County First Night
December 31, 2017
Website & Tickets
Morris County First Night is a non-alcoholic event in Morristown that takes place from 4:45pm-midnight. Over 400 artists and 80 performers are scheduled to attend this year's celebration. Free parking and shuttle bus service will be provided. For one unbelievably reasonable price, you have dozens of venues to choose from, showcasing world-class talent with performances designed especially for kids, teens, young adults, families, and not-so-young adults. If that's not enough, First Night sets off not one but two separate fireworks displays – one at 9:15pm and another at midnight!

Seaside Heights - First Night
December 31, 2017
On the boardwalk
1-800-732-7467
Website
Enjoy a day filled with entertainment and begin a lasting family tradition. Starting at 12 noon until 5 PM with a Fireworks Display at 5pm

Haddonfield, NJ First Night
December 31, 2017
Haddonfield NJ 08033
Website
A family-oriented, alcohol-free celebration of the arts, held in Haddonfield each New Year's Eve. Festivities begin at 6:00pm. The stages are set in more than 15 different venues along Historic Haddonfield's Kings Highway in the most stunning and historic buildings and churches in downtown Haddonfield.
This family-oriented, alcohol-free New Yearق€™s Eve festival featuring stimulating entertainment including magic, music, comedy, dance and theater for audiences of all ages from children and families to teens and seniors. Special entertainment and activities for kids 9 and under at Haddonfieldق€™s Central/Middle School Gym and All-Purpose room from 6:00pm - ُ؟ 8:30pm. The grand finale features Fireworks at Midnight as thousands of revelers magically come together on Kings Highway to celebrate the end of the 2017 and welcome the New Year

First Night Ocean City
December 31, 2017
Ocean City, NJ 08226
609-525-9300
Website
The non-alcoholic, family friendly event features live entertainment with the rides open at Wonderland Pier, always a popular feature of First Night and of course there will be fireworks at midnight. Rides at Gillian's Wonderland Pier will be Open

First Night of 2018 Aboard the Battleship
December 31, 2017 at 6pm – January 1, 2018 at 9 AM
Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial
62 Battleship Place
Camden, NJ 08103
Facebook page
For reservations, call 866-877-6262 ext. 203.
Families can experience the First Night of 2018 aboard the Battleship New Jersey! Our award-winning overnight program features dinner and breakfast served at the chowline, a guided tour of the Battleship, a ride in the Flight Simulator, and the chance to sleep in the bunks that the crew of the USS New Jersey once did. Further, at midnight, all guests can enjoy the amazing view of the New Year's Fireworks over the Delaware River! The First Night overnight is $79 per person. Guests must be part of a family, which means at least one parent or guardian and one child age 6 - 17.

This Month's Frequently Asked Question

Question: We're going with my family to NYC this January and we want to visit a neighboring city. We are thinking about Jersey City and was wondering if it's worth spending a day or two with an overnight stay? If so, how do we get there, what is there to do, and can you recommend a hotel to stay at?

Answer: Jersey City, across the river from NYC is certainly worth visiting. Jersey City has a variety of attractions, and entertainment. It's many attractions include museums, a nationally recognized science learning center, and unbeatable, world class harbor views overlooking the New York City Skyline, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. Jersey City is very easy to access from the PATH rail system in NYC from either the 33rd Station or World Trade Center stations. In just 20 minutes you can get off at one of the three Jersey City stations --- Newport, Grove Street or Exchange Place. For more detailed information including hotels in Jersey City, visit Jersey City.

New Jersey Restaurant Reviews - New Jersey has over 23,000 restaurants and finding about them is often times a time consuming task. Find a restaurant in a town of your choise with comprehensive restaurant reviews.

This Month's Featured Restaurant::

Harold's Deli
Edison, NJ
Website
Harold's Deli is a great place for families and groups looking for quality deli food, served in huge portions, at a reasonable price.
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For other top New Jersey Attractions, Events & Things to do:

Best NJ Christmas Celebrations - Features Tree Lighting Celebrations, Parades, Festivals, and more.

Top Ten Things To Do in December - The top ten seasonal outdoor and indoor activities, events, attractions, and points of interest for people of all ages.

December 2017 Events - This months events includes concerts, theatre, festivals, sports, and entertainment, that have appeal to people of all ages and interests.

Monthly Events - This page has links to events that appear in future months, usually 3-4 months in advance. The Monthly newsletter that you are receiving includes many of the events found on the pages.

Best NJ Winter Holiday Dining - Restaurants selected for their outstanding food and holiday ambiance and are open for New Years Eve, and some for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.