Festive

COLUMBUS, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player has won the $500,000 top prize on the new Home for the Holidays scratch-off game. The winning ticket was purchased at Lucky …

GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Families gathered in Glen Burnie on Friday evening for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, an event that brought holiday cheer to the community and marked …

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — The 2024 Holiday Market in New Rochelle is in full swing, offering residents and visitors an array of festive activities and shopping opportunities through December 22. …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Downtown New Brunswick has transformed into a winter wonderland for the holiday season, offering a month-long lineup of festive events and activities from December 1 through …

NEW JERSEY — Holiday cheer is sweeping across the Garden State this weekend as towns and cities host a variety of seasonal markets and fairs, offering unique gifts, local craftsmanship, …

LONG BRANCH, NJ – On Sunday, October 27, The Bazaar’s Annual Fall Festival at Whitechapel Projects promises an afternoon packed with activities, shopping, and entertainment. From 12 p.m. to 5 …

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – The annual Ocean County Columbus Day Parade and Italian Street Festival returns from October 11 to 13, 2024, bringing a weekend of delicious food, lively entertainment, …

WILDWOOD CREST, NJ – On September 21, the Wildwood Crest Seafarers Celebration will take over Sunset Lake, offering a full day of festivities from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This …

HOPATCONG, NJ – Taco enthusiasts and food lovers will gather at Hilltop Fields for the upcoming Taco Palooza on Saturday, June 22, from 11 AM to 7 PM. This vibrant …

WOODSTOWN, NJ – This March 30, the Woodstown Central Railroad invites families to celebrate the spring season with a unique holiday adventure aboard the Easter Bunny Express. This special train …

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – Mark your calendars for a springtime tradition that brings joy and community spirit to the Jersey Shore. Jenkinson’s Boardwalk is proud to host its Annual …

RICHMOND, VA – The Richmond Police Department, led by 313 Lieutenant Marsh, Chief Edwards, and precinct officers, conducted a colorful and festive Command Staff Walkthrough in a Fan neighborhood this …

By James Davey and Helen Reid LONDON (Reuters) – Supermarkets in the UK and Europe are offering more own-brand festive food from roast duck to truffle crackers as cash-strapped families …

CHESTERTOWN, MD – Chestertown, a historic town founded in 1706, transforms into a dazzling holiday spectacle after Thanksgiving, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking festive charm reminiscent of …

NORTH POLE, NY – North Pole, New York, a charming hamlet tucked away in the Adirondacks, becomes a real-life winter wonderland during the holidays, offering a unique and festive experience …

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Turtle Back Zoo transforms into a winter wonderland this holiday season, featuring over 50 illuminated winter and animal characters. The Holiday Lights event, running from 5 …

WASHINGTON, NJ — Downtown Washington welcomes the holiday season with its Hometown Holiday event on Friday, December 1, 2023, from 5 pm to 8 pm. This family-friendly evening is packed …

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The South Orange Open-Air Holiday Market, presented by the South Orange Village Center Alliance and Investors Bank, will be held on December 7, 14, and 21 …

MEDFORD, NJ – The Chanukah Village Walk, a family-oriented holiday event, is set to take place in Medford Village Park on December 7, from 5:00 PM to 7:15 PM. Main …

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Norz Hill Farm invites families and friends to celebrate the holiday season with its Holiday Lights Hayride, available now through December 17. This unique experience combines a …

NEWARK, NJ — Newark’s downtown area transforms into a festive winter wonderland with the launch of the Newark Winter Village, offering a variety of activities for all ages until January …

AVALON, NJ – The Avalon Police Department announced the sale of the 2024 holiday seasonal beach tag, available on November 24-25th, coinciding with the town’s Festive Friday and Snowfest Saturday …

THE WILDWOODS, NJ – The Wildwoods will welcome the holiday season with a series of four tree lighting ceremonies scheduled for December 1, 2, and 9. These events, set across …

By Mimosa Spencer PARIS (Reuters) – Retailers in Europe are having to strike a delicate balancing act with this year’s Christmas displays: how to create enough festive sparkle to loosen …

LONDON (Reuters) – Over two-thirds of British adults are planning to cut back on festive spending this year due to a worsening cost of living crisis, according to a survey …