18 Best Things To Do in New Jersey December 2024 with Kids

'Tis the sea-son for Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium. Photo courtesy of the aquarium
'Tis the sea-son for Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium. Photo courtesy of the aquarium
11/29/24 - By Laurie Rein

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey in December? Christmas lights and holiday activities are among our top picks this month. 

The last month of 2024 boasts full-on holiday fun in the Garden State, and we can't wait to see the holiday lights at drive-thrus and walk-throughs like Let It Glow: A Holiday Lantern Spectacular at the Bergen County Zoo. Santa Claus is also all over town in December– catch him at festive events like his stroll through Chester.

Find more top December fun in our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in New Jersey, like our guide to the top New Jersey Christmas Towns.

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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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