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Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for NJ Families

Six Flags Holiday in the Park returns for a 2022 run and promises more holiday cheer than ever before. Photo courtesy of Six Flags
27 Holiday Activities and Christmas Events in New Jersey in 2022
We've rounded up the best ways to celebrate the holiday season in New Jersey with kids.
Join a magical trip on the Polar Express powered by the Morristown & Erie Railway. Photo courtesy of the railway
Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains in New Jersey
Start a new holiday tradition with one of these lovely Christmas train rides.
Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when New Jersey Ballet's "The Nutcracker" comes to the stage at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood. Photo courtesy of the Bergen PAC
The Nutcracker Ballet and Other Holiday Shows for Kids in New Jersey
Get in the holiday spirit with live performances of holiday classics.
Find the perfect tree at a Anne Ellen Tree farm.
Christmas Tree Farms in New Jersey
Find the perfect Christmas tree at one of these New Jersey farms.
Winter Activities Guide for New Jersey Kids
All the best events and activities this winter in New Jersey, from outdoor sports to indoor play.
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Have your car loaded and ready to experience the magic of Dasher's Lightshow. Photo courtesy of Dasher's Lightshow
New Jersey's Dazzling Holiday Lights Drive-thru and Walk-Through Christmas Light Shows
Check out one of NJ's stunning outdoor light shows this season.
The Toys for Tots Foundation bring Christmas joy to children in need. Photo courtesy of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Toys for Tots Donation Spots in New Jersey and More Places to Donate Toys
Support one of these NJ charities with toy donations this holiday season.
Journey through the twinkling holiday lights at the Magic of Lights at Jones Beach. Photo courtesy of FunGuys LLC
Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows near NYC in 2022
Cue the holiday music, pack a thermos of hot cocoa, and hit the road for a holiday lights show.
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Christmas Trains and Santa Visits

Step into Santa's Wonderland at Ball Pro Shops for a festive photo-op. Photo courtesy of the venue
Pictures with Santa Claus in New Jersey
It's time to make plans for a photo-op with St. Nick. Here's where to find him. READ MORE 
Twinkling lights, jolly old St. Nick, and plenty of sweet treats await during a ride on The Polar Express Christmas train.
Phillipsburg's Polar Express Christmas Train Is a Charming Holiday Outing
When it comes to memorable holiday moments, this outing is destined to be a new tradition. READ MORE 
Join a magical trip on the Polar Express powered by the Morristown & Erie Railway. Photo courtesy of the railway
Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains in New Jersey
Start a new holiday tradition with one of these lovely Christmas train rides. READ MORE 
Warm up with Alstede Farms' delicious farm-to-table brunch with Santa. Photo courtesy of the farm
Breakfast With Santa in New Jersey
Have breakfast or brunch with old St. Nick this holiday season. READ MORE 

Holiday Lights

Have your car loaded and ready to experience the magic of Dasher's Lightshow. Photo courtesy of Dasher's Lightshow
New Jersey's Dazzling Holiday Lights Drive-thru and Walk-Through Christmas Light Shows
Check out one of NJ's stunning outdoor light shows this season. READ MORE 
Storybook Land's Christmas Fantasy provides a charming holiday season destination.
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Storybook Land's Christmas Fantasy Transforms the Park into a Holiday Lights Wonderland
Little kids get a kick out of this brilliantly lit theme park. READ MORE 
Braun Terrace Houses Christmas Lights. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Most Spectacular Holiday Light and Christmas Displays in New Jersey
NJ lights up for the holidays at these dazzling, drive-worthy decorated homes. READ MORE 
Anne-Ellen Tree farm has been a long-time Christmas destination and its walk-through village adds to the allure.
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A New Christmas Village Opens in Central New Jersey
Walk through thousands of Christmas lights, meet Santa, and more! READ MORE 
Drive through a transfixing wonderland of lights at the Magic fo Lights Drive-thru at the PNC Bank Arts Center.
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Magic of Lights Drive-thru Dazzles in New Jersey
This twinkling holiday drive-thru is rolling back into town this weekend! READ MORE 
Journey through the twinkling holiday lights at the Magic of Lights at Jones Beach. Photo courtesy of FunGuys LLC
Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows near NYC in 2022
Cue the holiday music, pack a thermos of hot cocoa, and hit the road for a holiday lights show. READ MORE 

Giving Back

The Toys for Tots Foundation bring Christmas joy to children in need. Photo courtesy of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Toys for Tots Donation Spots in New Jersey and More Places to Donate Toys
Support one of these NJ charities with toy donations this holiday season. READ MORE 
Holiday and Thanksgiving volunteer opportunities abound in New Jersey.
Holiday and Thanksgiving Volunteer Opportunities for Families in New Jersey
Want to help others this season? We've got tons of ways for NJ families to give back. READ MORE 

Holiday Day Trips and Getaways

Take a trip to Cape May to see the beautifully decorated Congress Hall. Photo courtesy of the hotel
11 New Jersey Christmas Towns That Go All-Out for the Holidays
Visit one of these NJ towns to get into the holiday spirit. READ MORE 
Leavenworth, WA transforms itself into a snow globe at Christmastime. Photo courtesy of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce
Visit a Christmas Town or Santa's Village Near You: 25 Christmas Villages That Absolutely Sparkle
Discover the country's best Christmas towns and Santa's villages.READ MORE 
Take a magical one-hour trip to the North Pole on the Polar Express in Whippany, New Jersey. Photo courtesy of Morristown and Eerie Railway
15 Picture-Perfect Holiday Day Trips near NYC
Head over the river and through the woods to enjoy one of these seasonal day trip destinations. READ MORE 
Explore the colorful Ice Castles in Midway, Utah. Photo by AJ Mellor/Ice Castles
Explore Ice Castles Across America with Kids this Winter
Ice Castles is a dazzling experience for the whole family. READ MORE 

More Christmas Fun

Build the excitement as the festive celebrations approach! Photo courtesy of Lego
Lego, Harry Potter, and 25 More Awesome Advent Calendars for Kids and Adults 2022
Toys, wine, music, slime, and more fun ways to countdown to Christmas.READ MORE 
Uh-oh! The elf tangled up your tree lights! Photo by Mark Baylor, courtesy of Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
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50 Fun Elf on the Shelf Ideas for 2022: Easy To Set Up Tricks for Mischievous Elves
Simple but hilarious Elf on the Shelf shenanigans that will delight your kids.READ MORE 
Armed with our giant list of Christmas crafts, you'll keep kids busy until the New Year!
101 Christmas Crafts for Kids, Plus Christmas Games and More At-Home Activities
Keep kids busy until it's time to tear into stockings!READ MORE 
Christmas jokes for kids make the season a bit jollier all around!
25 Christmas Jokes for Kids and Holiday Riddles
Why was the Grinch such a great gardener?READ MORE 

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30+ Free Holiday and Christmas Events in New Jersey in 2022
Give your wallet a break this holiday season at these great events! READ MORE 
50 Best Christmas Songs for Kids
These Christmas songs will put the whole family in the holiday spirit. READ MORE 
101 Christmas Crafts for Kids, Plus Christmas Games and More At-Home Activities
Keep kids busy until it's time to tear into stockings!READ MORE 
11 New Jersey Christmas Towns That Go All-Out for the Holidays
Visit one of these NJ towns to get into the holiday spirit. READ MORE 
New Jersey's Dazzling Holiday Lights Drive-thru and Walk-Through Christmas Light Shows
Check out one of NJ's stunning outdoor light shows this season. READ MORE 
Pictures with Santa Claus in New Jersey
It's time to make plans for a photo-op with St. Nick. Here's where to find him. READ MORE 
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