Toms River parents rush as Lego camp spots fill fast on Monday holiday
Toms River, NJ – With schools closed Monday for the holiday, township officials are urging parents to act quickly as remaining spots fill in a … Read more
Events
Count Basie Center, Monmouth County Tourism Announce First Artists for ParkStage Summer 2026 Series
FREEHOLD, NJ — The Count Basie Center for the Arts, in partnership with Monmouth County Tourism, has announced the first three performers scheduled to take … Read more
Toms River launches new youth STEAM drone program
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Toms River Recreation Department has announced a new partnership with Nexplore to offer a hands-on STEAM program that will introduce … Read more
Toms River kids invited to make sweet winter treats at recreation event
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – With the holidays winding down, Toms River Recreation is giving local children a chance to keep the fun going next week … Read more
Holiday skating and DJ skates in full swing at Winding River Ice Rink in Toms River this week
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Families looking for winter fun over the holiday break can head to the Winding River Skating Center, where a full schedule … Read more
Santa laces up skates for holiday fun at Winding River Ice Rink in Toms River Today
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Holiday cheer is coming to the ice this today as Santa Claus trades his sleigh for skates at the Winding River … Read more
Skate with Santa at the Toms River Winding River Ice Rink This Weekend
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Township announced that Santa Claus will make his annual stop at the Winding River Ice Rink this Saturday, December … Read more
Jackson Township to Host Community Menorah Lighting at Town Hall
Jackson Township invites residents to join together for a meaningful and festive Menorah Lighting Ceremony in celebration of Hanukkah. The community event will take place … Read more
Forget the Yule log, Netflix invites you to sit by the Stranger Things fireplace this holiday season
Los Gatos, CA – Netflix is putting an Upside Down twist on the traditional yule log this holiday season with Stranger Things: Fireplace, a new … Read more
Bronx Zoo lights up the holidays with glowing wildlife displays and family fun
Bronx, NY – The Bronx Zoo’s annual Holiday Lights festival has returned, transforming one of New York City’s most beloved landmarks into a glowing winter … Read more
Mayor Kuhn Visits Senior Holiday Party at Sunrise Senior Living Holiday Food Drive
Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn and Council Vice President Giuseppe Palmeri joined residents and staff at Sunrise Senior Living on Thursday morning for a warm, … Read more
Toms River releases winter recreation program with easy online signups for activities and fun for all ages
TOMS RIVER, NJ – From ice skating and karate to kids’ cooking classes and yoga, Toms River’s new winter recreation guide is now live — … Read more
New Jersey’s Annual Punk Rock Flea Market comes to Jackson with ‘Wreck the Halls’ holiday shopping fest
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The New Jersey Punk Rock Flea Market (NJPRFM) is bringing its loud, weird, and wildly creative holiday spirit back to Ocean … Read more
Toms River mayor Rodrick says returning nativity scene at town hall keeps Christ in Christmas
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Despite growing efforts in parts of New Jersey to scale back religious themes in public holiday displays, Mayor Dan Rodrick says … Read more
Jackson Township hosts sensory-friendly screening of Avatar: Fire and Ash for residents with disabilities
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Jackson Township officials announced an upcoming sensory-friendly movie event aimed at providing an inclusive entertainment experience for residents with disabilities and … Read more
Toms River invites families to lace up for DJ Skate nights and birthday parties at Winding River Ice Rink
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Winding River Skating Center is kicking off the winter season with its popular DJ Skate nights, giving local families and … Read more
Howell officers claim championship titles at annual Jingle Brawls charity boxing event
HOWELL, NJ – Two Howell Township police officers took home championship belts after squaring off in the “Jingle Brawls: Police vs Fire 2” charity boxing … Read more
Traffic closures planned for Dec. 13 Calvert County Holiday Parade in Prince Frederick
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD – Calvert County officials are advising residents and visitors to expect road closures and traffic delays on Saturday, December 13, as the … Read more
New Jersey Thinks These Three Towns Should Have Their Own Hallmark Christmas Movie
Trenton, N.J. – A new survey suggests many New Jersey residents think their hometowns are ready for the spotlight — the Hallmark kind. In a … Read more
Aberdeen closes streets for annual Christmas tree lighting celebration
ABERDEEN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Aberdeen Township is set to kick off the holiday season Tuesday evening with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting celebration at Town … Read more
Jackson Township Welcomes the Holiday Season with Toyland and the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn and the Jackson Township Council are proud to announce that the community is gearing up … Read more
Seaside Park police welcome ‘Officer Jingles’ for holiday toy drive
SEASIDE PARK, N.J. – The Seaside Park Police Department is getting into the holiday spirit with the arrival of a special seasonal recruit known as … Read more
Holiday cheer to shine at Glen Burnie Town Center tree lighting
GLEN BURNIE, Md. – The holiday season will kick off in Anne Arundel County with the annual Glen Burnie Town Center Tree Lighting this Wednesday … Read more
Downtown Toms River set to sparkle at annual Christmas tree lighting
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The heart of downtown Toms River will glow this Friday as residents gather for the community’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting celebration. … Read more
Dover Police launch holiday toy drive to brighten season for local children
DOVER, DE – The Dover Police Department is kicking off the holiday season with a community celebration and toy drive to support Toys for Tots … Read more
Holiday tree lighting to shut down DC streets Saturday
Street closures and parking restrictions set for CityCenterDC tree lighting Saturday Washington, DC – Holiday festivities in the District will bring temporary street closures and … Read more
The Wag brings holiday cheer with two Christmas Spectacular shows to support animals and families
LAKEWOOD, NJ – New Jersey’s own pop-rock favorites, The Wag, are ringing in the holiday season with two festive performances of their popular Christmas Spectacular … Read more
Traveling Menorah Glow-Car to light up Ocean County for Hanukkah celebrations
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A local nonprofit is bringing the Hanukkah spirit to neighborhoods across Ocean County with a traveling Menorah Glow-Car, a mobile celebration … Read more
One of Jackson’s best holiday light show returns to dazzle residents once again this month
JACKSON, NJ – One of Jackson’s most celebrated holiday traditions is making its return this season as The Cook’s Christmas Lights prepares to flip the … Read more
Irish dance spectacular ‘A Celtic Christmas’ brings festive magic to Reading
READING, PA – The spirit of Ireland will light up the holiday season when A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland arrives in Reading … Read more
Holiday Lights dazzles the Bronx Zoo with new winter thrills and millions of glowing lanterns
BRONX, NY – The Bronx Zoo is set to sparkle once again as Holiday Lights returns this season, transforming the zoo into a glowing wonderland … Read more
Brick Teen Center revs up for first-ever Mario Kart tournament
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Brick Township Teen Center is shifting into high gear with its first Mario Kart Tournament, inviting local students in grades … Read more
The Polar Express takes families on a magical Christmas ride
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Polar Express Train Ride departs from Lehigh Junction beginning November 28 on select weekends, inviting families to relive the classic holiday … Read more
Clinton’s Dickens Days bring Victorian Christmas charm to life
CLINTON, NJ – From November 28 to 30, Clinton’s Dickens Days festival transforms the Hunterdon County town into a 19th-century holiday village filled with carolers, … Read more
Smithville glows with Holiday Light Show on Lake Meone
SMITHVILLE, NJ – More than 100 Christmas trees float across Lake Meone in Historic Smithville’s Holiday Light Show, running nightly from November 27 through January … Read more
Skylands Stadium lights up Sussex County with Christmas Village and Drive-Thru Light Show
AUGUSTA, NJ – Skylands Stadium welcomes guests back beginning November 22 for its annual Light Show and Christmas Village, open on select dates through January. … Read more
Wayne’s Jingle Fest Craft Show kicks off holiday shopping season
WAYNE, NJ – The Jingle Fest Craft Show returns November 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Wayne Hills High School, featuring more than … Read more
Swedish Christmas Fair brings Nordic cheer to Montclair
UPPER MONTCLAIR, NJ – The annual Swedish Christmas Fair returns November 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., bringing Scandinavian tradition to Essex County. Key … Read more
Winter WonderLights returns as New Jersey’s largest holiday drive-thru show
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The Winter WonderLights Annual Holiday Light Show kicks off November 21 at the Middlesex County Fairgrounds, offering New Jersey’s largest animated … Read more
Holland Ridge Farms blooms with holiday brilliance in U-Pick Tulips Winter Wonderland
CREAM RIDGE, NJ – Holland Ridge Farms transforms into a glowing holiday walkthrough from November 21 through January 4, 2026, featuring millions of lights, 50,000 … Read more
Cape May transforms into Victorian holiday wonderland
CAPE MAY, NJ – Starting November 22, America’s oldest seaside resort becomes a living Christmas card with An Old-Fashioned Christmas in Cape May, featuring gaslit … Read more
Scuba Santa returns for Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium
CAMDEN, NJ – The Christmas Underwater celebration is back at Adventure Aquarium from November 21 through December 24, where Santa trades his sleigh for a … Read more
Johnson’s Corner Farm brings family fun with Christmas lights and hayrides
MEDFORD, NJ – The holiday season comes to life at Johnson’s Corner Farm from November 21 through December 23, where families can toast marshmallows by … Read more
Santa lights up Storybook Land in Christmas Fantasy with Lights
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ – At Storybook Land, the holidays begin when Santa Claus waves his magic wand at 5 p.m. each evening, igniting more … Read more
Festival of Trees celebrates 20th anniversary at Morven Museum & Garden
PRINCETON, NJ – The Festival of Trees returns to the Morven Museum & Garden beginning November 19, 2025, running through January 11, 2026, marking the … Read more
Laurita Winery hosts Veteran’s Chili and Chowder Festival weekend in New Egypt
NEW EGYPT, NJ – Laurita Winery will celebrate the season with its annual Veteran’s Chili and Chowder Festival, taking place November 15 and 16 at … Read more
Christmas magic comes alive at The Village at Anne Ellen
MANALAPAN, NJ – Holiday enchantment returns to Monmouth County as The Village at Anne Ellen opens November 8, transforming the beloved Christmas tree farm into … Read more
Diggerland lights up the holidays with drive-thru spectacular
WEST BERLIN, NJ – Families can celebrate the season in a truly unique way at Diggerland USA, where the construction-themed amusement park trades bulldozers for … Read more
All aboard DiDonato’s Magical Holiday Express as it returns to Hammonton
HAMMONTON, NJ – The lights are shining bright once again as DiDonato’s Magical Holiday Express rolls into Hammonton for the 2024 holiday season, kicking off … Read more
Seas and Greetings brings holiday cheer to Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – Jenkinson’s Boardwalk celebrates the holidays seaside with Seas and Greetings, a daytime holiday event running December 13, 20, 27, and … Read more