South New Jersey Family festivals feature a robust offering of entertainment, food, and fun activities.
From talented artisans crafting unique pieces, and performers captivating the audiences to enjoyable activities and a wide range of food options, there is something for everyone, especially for families with kids.
Especially notable is they feature festivals and themed events with a large variety of kids activities.
To cap it all, every festival further sparks interest by providing a distinct theme that differentiates it from the rest, making these festivals not only a fun-filled experience but also one-of-a-kind!
DiDonato's Magical Holiday Express
November 16 - December 23, 2024
DiDonato's Family Fun Center
1151 S White Horse Pike
Hammonton, NJ
This holiday event features a ride on an exciting train through millions of Christmas lights. The fun includes meeting Santa, a gift from Santa, a holiday movie, cookies, and a walk through the Holiday Village.
Cape May Christmas Holiday Season
November 22nd until January 5th, 2025
Emlen Physick Estate
1048 Washington Street
Cape May, NJ
The Cape May Christmas holiday season kicks off with the tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 24, 2024, and continues every weekend as the town is transformed into a Dickens village for the holidays with garlands of fragrant greens and twinkling gaslights. Wrap yourself in the warmth of holiday spirit and sample a variety of fun tours and events.
Smithville Holiday Light Show On The Lake
Thanksgiving until January 6th, 2025
Historical Smithville
615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
Smithville, NJ 08205
Over 120 Christmas Trees made from over 50,000 Christmas lights, magically float on Lake Meone in the center of Historic Smithville. The moment darkness falls, an orchestrated show of lights and music is played out across the lake. The lights seem to dance and chase each other to the music all the while reflecting of the water's surface. This show can be seen from either side of the village as well as the bridge.
The 22nd Annual Antique Toy Train Show
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, November 29th, 2024 thru February 2nd, 2025
Museum of American History
138 Andaloro Way
Deptford, NJ
Cost:
$4 Adult, $3 children.
Features O and O-27 gauge toy trains from the 1930's, 1940's and 1950's. Lionel, Marx and American Flyer engines, with adjoining cars, will race on two diverse platforms. Vintage Plasticville buildings from the 950's will further augment the display. ? Vegetation and auxiliary structures will give the platforms a traditional holiday appearance.
8th Annual Max's Family Fall Fest & Fishing Tournament
November 2, 2024: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Grove at the Elks Lodge #2340
520 Hilliard Blvd.
Manahawkin, NJ
Free admission,
anglers registration on-line.
This event features
a fishing tournament with a weigh-in on Saturday from 1-5 p.m. The fun continues with local bands, a Magician's act, The Pipes & Drums of The Ocean County Emerald Society, Antsy Nancy the Clown with balloons, a huge bouncy house, local race car driver Ronnie Pavia, as well as a photoshoot opportunity with alpacas & other games for kids and adults.
Healthy HeARTS Fest
Saturday, November 2, 2024; from 10am-3pm.
Appel Farm Arts & Music Center
457 Shirley Road
Elmer, NJ
This event honors the wellness of mind, body and community through the arts, and is open to all ages, free of charge. The festival will start with a beautiful 5K and 1 mile fun run/walk on Appel Farm's campus with pre-registration required – tap here to view the course map.
After the race, this free, family-friendly event open to the general public also includes live music, local food vendors, and family-friendly art making activities for all ages.
All proceeds from this activity will directly support Appel Farm's art programming throughout South Jersey, making a positive impact on the local community.
Fintastic Fall Days
November 3, 2024
Adventure Aquarium
1 Riverside Drive
Camden, NJ
Cost: $18.99 - $47.99
Discover a glowing new adventure as glowing gourds in the shapes aquatic animals take over the aquarium, ready to delight with daytime fun! Explore among glowing sea creatures, discover underwater pumpkin carvers, and embark on a search for illuminating surprises waiting around every corner.
Cape May Lighthouse Full Moon Climb
November 15, 2024: 7-9PM
Cape May Point State Park
215 Lighthouse Ave.
Cape May Point, NJ
This family event features a full moon climb up the historic Cape May Lighthouse to enjoy the stunning evening sky that only occurs a handful of times a year.
Collingswood Holiday Parade
Saturday, November 30, 2024; beginning at 10 am.
Downtown,
Collingswood, NJ
Website
The parade will begin at Zane Avenue and continue to West Linden Avenue, through the heart of historic Collingswood.
The parade features lively seasonal entertainment, including marching bands, dancers, holiday characters, giants on stilts, floats, mummers, sports mascots and live music.
Ocean City Train Expo
December 7th & 8th, 2024: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Historic Music Pier
Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace
Ocean City, NJ
Admission is Free.
The show will feature running displays, model trains of all gauges and vendors selling various scale model trains.
First Night Ocean City
Tuesday, December 31, 2024; 4pm - midnight
Ocean City, NJ
This non-alcoholic, family friendly event features a complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight. at the 5th ave beach.each.