Top Holiday and Christmas Events in NJ for Kids in 2021

Make your list—and check it twice—we've got all the details you need for annual must-do holiday experiences and top Christmas events in New Jersey. From drive-thru Christmas light spectaculars, like the Magic of Lights, to local favorites, like Fanwood's Famous Christmas House, these 20+ Christmas events and holiday activities are sure to get everyone in the seasonal spirit over the next few weeks.
Bookmark this page—we'll update it with fun new happenings as we learn about them. You can also stay up to date with all the family-friendly fun in our Activity Calendar and find more Christmas events and holiday hoopla in our seasonal Holiday Guide for New Jersey Families.
As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including addresses and times. And keep in mind: Really cool things to do with kids often book up quickly, so register or buy your tickets ASAP.
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Best Christmas Activities and Holiday Events in NJ for Kids in 2021
Places featured in this article:
DiDonato's Family Fun Center
Physick Estate
Bridgeport Speedway
Cape May Seashore Lines
Black River & Western Railroad
Skylands Stadium
Palmer Square
Byrne Plaza
Van Saun County Park
Fanwood's Famous Christmas House
Whitechapel Projects