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The Mosa Social - Bottomless Brunch
Where: Piazza di Roma – 02/03/2019 - 12/29/2019
Details: The Mosa Social is the bottomless brunch experience you have been yearning for. So grab your sexy “I woke up like this” outfit and stop by.
Celebrate the Ultimate Sweet Sixteen at Piazza di Roma
Where: Piazza di Roma – 07/01/2019 - 12/29/2019
Details: Piazza Di Roma creates the music, the memories, and the magic. Let them provide the perfect space to bring your sweet sixteen vision to life.
The Annual Santa Saturday of Fort Lee
Where: Richard & Catherine Nest Adult Activity Center – 12/07/2019
Details: The Annual Santa Saturday of Fort Lee! Have your photo taken with Santa. Listen to carolers singing all the classics. Enter the Instagram Challenge.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at il Vecchio Cafe
Where: Il Vecchio Cafe – 12/31/2019 - 01/01/2020
Details: New Year ’s Eve at il Vecchio Cafe! il Vecchio Cafe gives you options this New Year's Eve. A La Carte Dining, Family Buffet, or New Year's Eve Party.
NYE at Calandra's Mediterranean Grill
Where: Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill – 12/31/2019 - 01/01/2020
Details: Celebrate with Calandra's Mediterranean Grill on New Year’s Eve! You'll have the option of Early Evening Dining or Dinner and Party till 1:30 am!
Cucina Calandra's New Year's Eve
Where: Cucina Calandra – 12/31/2019 - 01/01/2020
Details: Cucina Calandra's New Year's Eve Grand Ballroom Bash. Enjoy Early Evening A La Carte Dining or our New Year's Eve Grand Ballroom Bash!
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Comedy Events in New Jersey
Stand Up For Something: Autism
Where: Hopewell Theater – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Stand Up For Something is a series of comedy shows. Each show benefits a different, local charity. This event supports Autism Speaks.
Bobby Collins
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse – 12/06/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Special Event! One Night Only Special Event $28 Your Chance to See A Legend A Comics Comic Comedian Bobby Collins has an ability to truthfully…
An Evening with Stephen Colbert and Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Where: Prudential Hall at New Jersey Performing Arts Center – 12/07/2019: 8:00 pm
Details: 9th Annual Montclair Film Benefit: An Evening with Stephen Colbert and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Your chance to experience two of the sharpest comic minds.
Fred Rubino
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse – 12/07/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Freddy Rubino was born on the lower east side of Manhattan in New York City and then moved to Brooklyn. It is here where Fred…
And My True Love Gave To Me - A Magical Holiday Comedy
Where: Hudson Theatre Works – 12/13/2019 - 12/14/2019: 7:30 pm
Details: Come see And My True Love Gave To Me - A Magical Holiday Comedy. This original comedy, developed at Hudson Theatre Works, is by Luigi Jannuzzi.
Murder Mystery Dinner: Murder Under The Mistletoe
Where: Renault Winery Resort – 12/14/2019: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Murder Mystery Dinner at Renault Winery Resort: Murder Under The Mistletoe. Audience members will become Guest Snitches and Suspects in a Comedy Mystery.
Comedy Night With Jo Selito Da Puppet
Where: The Early American Tavern – 12/14/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Tickets are $25 with a 2 item minimum general - $22.00
Uncle Floyd
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse – 12/20/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Also Featuring Tom Mongelli Floyd Vivino began his career in show business as a child performer, giving piano recitals and appearing as a dancer with…
Stand-Up Comedy Night
Where: 208 Vine St – 12/21/2019: All Day
Details: Please join us for our Comedy Series, featuring some of the country’s best comics. Hosted by Kevin Hurley and always at least one featured comic…
Uncle Floyd
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse – 12/21/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Also Featuring Tom Mongelli Floyd Vivino began his career in show business as a child performer, giving piano recitals and appearing as a dancer with…
Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Casino Atlantic City – 12/27/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Chris Monty
Where: Scotty’s Steakhouse – 12/27/2019: 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Chris Monty is one of New Yorks busier comedians. Along with being a regular at New Yorks best comedy clubs, Chris is a terrific actor…
Bert Kreischer
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa – 12/28/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Bert Kreischer
Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Casino Atlantic City – 12/28/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Jim Breuer - Soundwaves
Capitol Steps: The Lyin' Kings
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center – 01/11/2020: All Day
Details: The Capitol Steps began in 1981, at a Christmas party in the office of former Senator Charles Percy. Like most things in Congress, they never…
Classic Comedy of Radio & Television with Walter Choroszewski
Where: Florham Park Public Library – 01/12/2020: 2:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: "Who’s on first?" On January 12th at 2pm, speaker Walter Choroszewski will be at the Florham Park Public Library to present the history of broadcast…
My Funny Valentines - Stand up Comedy Night
Where: Brook Arts Center – 02/14/2020: 8:00 pm
Details: My Funny Valentines - Stand up Comedy Night. Join in on Valentine Day as three of NYC’s most hilarious comedians take you on a journey of laughter.
Masters Of Illusion
Where: State Theatre New Jersey – 02/28/2020: 8:00 pm
Details: Fun for the whole family - but can you figure it out? Masters of Illusion® includes grand illusions, levitation, escapologists, comedy magic, sleight of hand,…
Frank Ferrante
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center – 03/27/2020: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Frank Ferrante
Jay Leno Coming to Ocean Casino Resort
Where: Ocean Casino Resort – Ovation Hall – 04/03/2020: 9:00 pm
Details: Jay Leno is coming to Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino Resort. Acclaimed TV late night show host and famed stand-up comedian Jay Leno.
Concerts in New Jersey
Annie Masciandaro- Chris Palmerini
Where: JK’s Boathouse – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Annie Mash Duo
Chris Yoder
Where: Gregory’s – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Chris Yoder
Coffee House Fundraiser for Blinknow Sponsored by PRISM of South Jersey
Where: The First Baptist Church – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Come to the PRISM of South Jersey Coffee House in support of BlinkNow. All proceeds go to BlinkNow in support of the Kopila Valley School
Del McCoury Band
Where: Paramount Theatre – Asbury Park – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Del McCoury Band
John Eddie's Holiday Show
Where: Wonder Bar – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: John Eddie's Holiday Show
Lost Art
Where: Saxbys Coffee – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Lost Art Live Free Friday Dec 6 SAxby's King's Highway Haddonfield NJ
Newsies - The Broadway Musical
Where: Ridgewood Avenue School – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution…
The Cult - A Sonic Temple
Where: Wellmont Theatre – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Cult - A Sonic Temple
The Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble at Laurita!
Where: Laurita Winery – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Hear The Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble at Laurita! A community ensemble comprised of auditioned, and advanced-level handbells ringers.
Reverend Horton Heat
Where: White Eagle Hall – 12/06/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Reverend Horton Heat's Holiday Hayride is one for the ages in 2019! Voodoo Glow Skulls, The 5.6.7.8's and Dave Alvin add to the joy!
Alan Paul & Andy Aledort, A Musical Celebration of Stevie Ray Vaughn
Where: South Orange Performing Arts Center – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Join Alan Paul and Andy Aledort in the SOPAC Loft for a conversation and book signing followed by a killer set of Stevie Ray Vaughan…
BariToned
Where: Avenel Performing Arts Center – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: BariToned: Damsels in Distress Damsels in Distress is a comedic musical theatre revue that gives a tip of the heel to Broadway’s Leading Ladies. When…
Béla Fleck and The Flecktones
Where: State Theatre New Jersey – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Béla Fleck and the Flecktones will celebrate their 30th anniversary with its original lineup, featuring banjoist, composer, and bandleader Béla Fleck; pianist and harmonica player…
LeAnn Rimes
Where: Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: LeAnn Rimes
LeAnn Rimes
Where: Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: LeAnn Rimes
Leann Rimes- You And Me And Christmas Tour 2019
Where: Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Leann Rimes- You And Me And Christmas Tour 2019
New Jersey Symphony Orchestra: Xian Zhang & George Li - Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: New Jersey Symphony Orchestra: Xian Zhang & George Li - Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto
Orchestra of St. Peter
Where: Pollak Theatre – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Orchestra of St. Peter
Sherry Lynn- Bar None Band
Where: Oar House Pub – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Bar None Duo rocks the Oar House from 8-12
The Irish Tenors
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The Irish Tenors
Festivals & Expos in New Jersey
Vernon Lights Festival
Where: Vernon Lights Festival – 11/29/2019 - 02/02/2020: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Vernon Lights Festival is a Wonderland of Lanterns and Light. Don’t miss this walk-through wonderland of family fun. See massive lighting displays.
Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green 2019
Where: Morristown Green – 12/01/2019 - 12/22/2019: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Details: Join in the Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green. The event kicks off on Sunday, December 1st. See Santa’s arrival on North Park Place.
Bettē & Eddie’s Christmas Castle at Laurita
Where: Laurita Winery – 12/04/2019 - 12/08/2019: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Details: Come to Bettē & Eddie’s Christmas Castle at Laurita Winery. Each visitor will be given tokens that they can disperse in the ‘Giving Wells’
Unique Photo Expo
Where: Unique Photo – 12/06/2019 - 12/08/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Details: Unique Photo Expo! Lights, Camera Action: New Jersey Camera Show Puts the Excitement of Photography in Focus. Learn how to take better pictures this holiday
Christmas on the Plaza
Where: Byrne Plaza – 12/06/2019 - 12/07/2019: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Come out to Christmas on the Plaza. An awards ceremony and tree lighting. Carnival rides, vendors, and family entertainment. Story time with Mrs. Claus.
The Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble at Laurita!
Where: Laurita Winery – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Hear The Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble at Laurita! A community ensemble comprised of auditioned, and advanced-level handbells ringers.
West Cape May Christmas Parade
Where: Cape May Convention Hall – 12/07/2019: All Day
Details: West Cape May Christmas ParadeStarts at 5:00pm sharp from the WCM Volunteer Firehouse and marches South on Broadway, winds East on Perry, and onto Carpenter…
Crafts in the Warren Tech
Where: Warren County Technical School – 12/07/2019: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: Come out to Crafts in the Warren Tech 10th Annual Event. This is a fun-filled holiday shopping experience! Non-Perishable Food Drive!
21st Annual Winter Holiday Festival at Lord Stirling Stable
Where: Lord Stirling Stable – 12/07/2019 - 12/08/2019: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Details: Come to the 21st Annual Winter Holiday Festival at Lord Stirling Stable. Children will enjoy hayridesthrough the woods, and see Santa.
Duffield's Christmas Festival
Where: Duffield’s Farm Market – 12/07/2019: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: Christmas Festival at Duffield's Farm. Join in to celebrate the season. Christmas photo area! Santa and Mrs. Clause are coming.
Verona Fair in the Square
Where: Downtown Verona – 12/07/2019: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: Verona Fair in the Square! Come out to the 23nd annual festival for Verona and its surrounding communities. Celebrate the upcoming holiday season with crafters,…
The Dickens Festival In Medford, NJ!
Where: Braddock’s Tavern – 12/07/2019: 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Join in The Dickens Festival In Medford, NJ! Holiday Carolers, Great Food, Hot Chocolate, Magic, Comedy, Juggling, Live Presentations and more.
Holiday Lights Parade 2019
Where: Somerville Fire Department Engine #1 – 12/07/2019: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Come out to the Holiday Lights Parade 2019. Prizes given out for the best decorated fire and emergency vehicles, personal floats and best decorated houses.
Dickens Christmas Extravaganza
Where: Emlen Physick Estate – 12/08/2019 - 12/10/2019: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Details: A world influenced by Dickens’ writings with noted Dickens scholar Dr. Elliot Engel. Includes a Dickensian Feast at Union Park.
10th Annual Festival of Trees
Where: Rossi Chevrolet Buick GMC – 12/12/2019: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Details: The 10th Annual Festival of Trees! A night full of holiday spirit! Beautifully decorated Christmas trees. An evening of friendship, music, and food.
Wildwood Winter Wonderland
Where: Holly Beach Park – 12/13/2019 - 12/14/2019: 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: The all-new Wildwood Winter Wonderland event will be held at Holly Beach Park. Enjoy pictures with Santa, food vendors, free movies, and more.
Spirit Brands Cheerleading Festival
Where: Wildwoods Convention Center – 12/14/2019: 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Details: Come to the Spirit Brands Cheerleading Festival. Competition features performances choreographed to music and sound effects.
SwingTime Dolls - The American Hit Parade of the 1940's and beyond
Where: Investors Bank Theater at Horseshoe Lake – 12/28/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The SwingTime Dolls is an all female vocal group consisting of three of the area’s most accomplished vocalists that shine a new light on the…
Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center – 01/03/2020: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet
Mozart's Don Giovanni
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center – 01/11/2020: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Mozart's Don Giovanni
Food & Wine Events in New Jersey
The Mosa Social - Bottomless Brunch
Where: Piazza di Roma – 02/03/2019 - 12/29/2019: 10:00 am
Details: The Mosa Social is the bottomless brunch experience you have been yearning for. So grab your sexy “I woke up like this” outfit and stop by.
Christmas in the Country Trail at Four Sisters Winery
Where: Four Sisters Winery – 11/23/2019 - 12/24/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Details: Enjoy Christmas in the Country Trail at Four Sisters Winery. Visit Wyckoff's Christmas Farm, Mackey's Orchard & Bakery, and Four Sisters Winery.
Breakfast with Santa at Congress Hall
Where: Congress Hall – 11/30/2019 - 12/22/2019: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Details: Come to Breakfast with Santa at Congress Hall. This breakfast buffet includes scrambled eggs, bacon, fruit, buttermilk pancakes, and much more.
Grow It Green's Morris Winter Farmers Market
Where: Alexander Hamilton Elementary School – 12/01/2019 - 03/29/2020: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Details: Come out to Grow It Green's Morris Winter Farmers Market. Shop local every Sunday at the Morris Winter Farmer's Market, hosted by Grow It Green Morristown.
Ladies Night at The Herbary
Where: The Herbary – Bear Creek Farm – 12/05/2019 - 12/06/2019: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Ladies Night at The Herbary. Enjoy an evening of shopping, live entertainment, light bites, libations, and holiday cheer at The Herbary at Bear Creek Farm!
A Dickens' Christmas Tea
Where: One Steep at a Thyme – 12/06/2019 - 12/27/2019: 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Details: A Dickens’ Christmas Tea…An Annual Tradition! Enjoy the beloved Christmas story, 'A Christmas Carol'. A one hour, edited version of A Christmas Carol.
Wood & Wine at Tomasello Winery
Where: Tomasello Winery & Banquet Hall – 12/06/2019: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Join in Wood & Wine at Tomasello Winery. Time to let your creative side shine at this DIY Wood Sign Workshop! Craft beautiful wooden decor.
17th Annual Colonial Christmas Cocktail Reception
Where: Jacobus Vanderveer House – 12/06/2019: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Details: Colonial Christmas Cocktail Reception. Friends of the Jacobus Vanderveer House will have a cocktail reception with adult beverages and retail therapy.
Cabin Fever Craft Series: Gingerbread Houses
Where: Bellview Winery – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Cabin Fever Craft Series: Gingerbread Houses. Join Bellview Winery on December 6th for a night of Gingerbread House crafting.
Claridge Celebration Day Anniversary Event
Where: The Claridge, A Radisson Hotel – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Join in the Claridge Celebration Day Anniversary Event. Step back in time in honor of Repeal Day. Known in Atlantic City as Claridge Celebration Day.
Breakfast with Santa at Maggiano's Little Italy- Hackensack
Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy – 12/07/2019: 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Details: Breakfast with Santa at Maggiano's Little Italy- Hackensack. Join Santa For A Breakfast Buffet Prepared By Maggiano's Executive Chef Brandon Avilla.
Farm to Table Brunch with Santa at Alstede Farms
Where: Alstede Farms – 12/07/2019 - 12/15/2019: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Details: Farm to Table Brunch with Santa at Alstede Farms. December 1, 7, 8, 15. It's time to indulge in the season and enjoy a delicious farm to table brunch.
Kick Off the Holiday Season Weekend at Terhune Orchards
Where: Terhune Orchards – 12/07/2019 - 12/08/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Details: Kick Off the Holiday Season Weekend at Terhune Orchards! Choose the perfect Christmas tree and wreath. Start your holiday shopping. Visit with Santa.
Duffield's Christmas Festival
Where: Duffield’s Farm Market – 12/07/2019: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: Christmas Festival at Duffield's Farm. Join in to celebrate the season. Christmas photo area! Santa and Mrs. Clause are coming.
Gingerbread House Workshops at Morven Museum
Where: Morven Museum and Garden – 12/07/2019: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Details: You won't want to miss the Gingerbread House Workshops at Morven Museum! Enjoy a new tradition by creating a gingerbread holiday house to take home.
Cookies with Santa in Princeton
Where: Princeton Shopping Center – 12/07/2019: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Details: The Princeton Shopping Center invites you to their signature holiday event, Cookies with Santa. This family-friendly event includes cookie decorating.
Lunch with Santa at 618 Restaurant
Where: 618 Restaurant – 12/07/2019: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Details: Come to Lunch with Santa at 618 Restaurant. Bring your camera for pictures with Santa. 618 supports Toys for Tots. Toy donation get a 618 gift card.
Santa's Here!
Where: Camden Childrens Garden – 12/07/2019: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Details: Santa's Here! They’re decorating trees at Camden Childrens Garden, greeting Santa and telling lots of holiday stories! Join in!
Cookies with Santa
Where: Essex County Environmental Center – 12/07/2019: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Details: Come out to Cookies with Santa! Bring your pets and come join Essex County 4-H for a family picture with Santa. Hot cocoa and cookies…
Holiday Cookie Decorating at Cafe Du Pain Bakery
Where: Cafe Du Pain Bakery – 12/07/2019: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Details: Join in for Holiday Cookie Decorating at Cafe Du Pain Bakery. They offer Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or Wintertime cookie selections.
Kids & Family Events in New Jersey
Celebrate the Ultimate Sweet Sixteen at Piazza di Roma
Where: Piazza di Roma – 07/01/2019 - 12/29/2019: All Day
Details: Piazza Di Roma creates the music, the memories, and the magic. Let them provide the perfect space to bring your sweet sixteen vision to life.
Santa HQ at Deptford Mall
Where: Deptford Mall – 11/06/2019 - 12/24/2019: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Details: Deptford Mall partners with HGTV to present “Santa HQ.” Families can explore the wonder of Santa in the digital age. A custom photo opportunity with Santa.
Project SEARCH at Jefferson Health Open Houses
Where: Jefferson Health – Management Services Center – 11/14/2019 - 12/06/2019: 6:30 pm
Details: Y.A.L.E. School welcomes school districts, parents and students to attend a free Open House. Learn about Project SEARCH at Jefferson Health in Cherry Hill.
Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show & Village
Where: Skylands Stadium – 11/15/2019 - 12/30/2019: 5:00 pm
Details: Skylands Stadium's spectacular Christmas Light Show & Village is back! With more than two million dazzling lights on a mile-long drive-through course.
The Polar Express
Where: Whippany Railway Museum – 11/16/2019 - 12/30/2019: 11:35 am
Details: The Polar Express at Whippany Railway Museum. Relive the magic of the classic story as you are whisked away for a magical one-hour trip to the North Pole.
Christmas Fantasy with Lights at Storybook Land
Where: Storybook Land – 11/16/2019 - 12/23/2019: 4:30 pm
Details: Join in the Christmas Fantasy with Lights at Storybook Land. Santa appears at the chimney, waves his wand and magically lighting up the park.
Christmas in the Ballantine House
Where: Newark Museum – 11/20/2019 - 01/05/2020: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: The 1885 Ballantine House Christmas depicts Christmas in late Victorian Newark. In these times, the English, German and Dutch holiday traditions merged.
An Old Fashioned Christmas Exhibit
Where: Emlen Physick Estate – 11/22/2019 - 01/01/2020: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Details: An Old-Fashioned Christmas Exhibit at the Physick Estate Carriage House. Including a giant Christmas tree, a Dickens Village, model trains, and more.
Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights
Where: Turtle Back Zoo – 11/22/2019 - 12/31/2019: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Details: Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights. Take a nighttime stroll through the Turtle Back Zoo to see more than 50 illuminated winter scenes and animal characters.
Christmas in the Country Trail at Four Sisters Winery
Where: Four Sisters Winery – 11/23/2019 - 12/24/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Details: Enjoy Christmas in the Country Trail at Four Sisters Winery. Visit Wyckoff's Christmas Farm, Mackey's Orchard & Bakery, and Four Sisters Winery.
Santa's Trolley Rides at Emlen Physick Estate
Where: Emlen Physick Estate – 11/23/2019 - 12/21/2019: 12:45 pm - 8:00 pm
Details: Bring the kids to the Emlen Physick Estate on weekends for a ride around Cape May. Enjoy stories and songs led by Mrs. Claus. Santa will greet children.
Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium
Where: Adventure Aquarium – 11/29/2019 - 12/30/2019: 9:30 am
Details: Christmas Underwater! Celebrate the season at Adventure Aquarium. You'll see Scuba Santa swimming alongside sharks, sea turtles, and stingrays.
62nd Annual Model Railroad Show
Where: Garden State Model Railway Club – 11/29/2019 - 01/05/2020: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Details: Come out to the 62nd Annual Model Railroad Show. Features a 1200 square foot HO layout, steam and diesel locomotives, Thomas and Friends, passenger trains.
Bergen County Winter Wonderland
Where: Van Saun County Park – 11/29/2019 - 01/05/2020: 4:00 pm
Details: Come out to the Bergen County Winter Wonderland. When the sun goes down, the lights come on in Van Saun Park for six weeks of wintertime fun.
Vernon Lights Festival
Where: Vernon Lights Festival – 11/29/2019 - 02/02/2020: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: Vernon Lights Festival is a Wonderland of Lanterns and Light. Don’t miss this walk-through wonderland of family fun. See massive lighting displays.
Lamplighter Christmas House Tour at Emlen Physick Estate
Where: Emlen Physick Estate – 11/29/2019 - 12/31/2019: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Details: The Lamplighter Christmas House Tour. Take a self-guided evening tour of four of Cape May’s finest Bed and Breakfast inns or private homes.
Breakfast with Santa at Congress Hall
Where: Congress Hall – 11/30/2019 - 12/22/2019: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Details: Come to Breakfast with Santa at Congress Hall. This breakfast buffet includes scrambled eggs, bacon, fruit, buttermilk pancakes, and much more.
Santa Visits Kale's Garden Center
Where: Kale’s Nursery & Landscape Service – 11/30/2019 - 12/15/2019: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: Make your way to Kale's Garden Center to visit with Santa this year. Lots of great locations for the best family/Santa photos you can take.
Barron Arts Center Holiday Model Train Show
Where: Barron Arts Center – 11/30/2019 - 12/30/2019: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: Barron Arts Center presents its Annual Holiday Model Train Show, featuring the set up and design of Mike Gelesky. The exhibit enchants visitors of all ages.
Santa & Mrs. Claus at Laurita!!
Where: Laurita Winery – 11/30/2019 - 12/22/2019: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Details: Santa & Mrs. Claus are back at Laurita!! Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies during the visit. Imagine the look on the children’s faces! Cameras are encouraged.
Performing Arts Events in New Jersey
Roxey Ballet's The Nutcracker
Where: The College of New Jersey – 11/30/2019 - 12/08/2019: 2:00 pm
Details: The Roxey Ballet Company performs the holiday classic "The Nutcracker" at the College of New Jersey's Kendall Main Stage Theatre.
Annie at Algonquin Arts Theatre
Where: Algonquin Arts Theatre – 11/30/2019 - 12/15/2019: 7:30 pm
Details: Come see Annie at Algonquin Arts Theatre. Annie follows an optimistic young orphan living in New York City on her quest to find her parents.
"Madeline's Christmas"
Where: The Loft Stage – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Madeline’s Christmas Madeline’s Christmas is a magical musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelman’s beloved classic children’s tale: “In an old house in Paris that was covered…
Charlie Brown Christmas
Where: Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre – 12/06/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Charlie Brown Christmas
Much Ado About Nothing
Where: Ciccone Theatre – 12/06/2019: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: The BergenStages theatre troupe presents its second production of the season, “Much Ado About Nothing,” a comedy written by William Shakespeare opening on Friday, December…
BariToned
Where: Avenel Performing Arts Center – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Three giant powerhouse baritones take you on a whimsical journey through the catalogue of strong, independent women of musical theatre with their premiere show “I…
David Bromberg Quintet
Where: Newton Theatre – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: For Americana godfather David Bromberg, it all began with the blues. His incredible journey spans five-and-a-half decades, and includes – but is not limited to…
Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center – 12/06/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto
5th/6th Grade Dance - Ugly Sweater
Where: Newton Recreation Center – 12/07/2019: All Day
Details: 5th/6th Grade Dance - Ugly Sweater
Lego Animation Saturday, Dec., 7
Where: The Yard School of Art At Montclair Art Museum – 12/07/2019: All Day
Details: Lego Animation Saturday, Dec., 7
A Christmas Carol
Where: The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for The Arts – 12/07/2019: 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: A Christmas Carol
New Jersey Ballet - The Nutcracker
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center – 12/07/2019: 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: New Jersey Ballet - The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker Ballet at the Brook Arts Center
Where: Brook Arts Center – 12/07/2019: 1:00 pm
Details: See The Nutcracker Ballet at the Brook Arts Center. Central New Jersey's original youth ballet Nutcracker. Young ballerinas and dancers from ages 5-18 dance
New Jersey Ballet - The Nutcracker
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center – 12/07/2019: 4:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: New Jersey Ballet - The Nutcracker
Beyond the Image: Dancing Orientalist Art to Life
Where: First Congregational Church of Montclair – 12/07/2019: 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Napoleon's Egyptian campaign in the final years of the 18th century drew the eyes of the world not only to his army's unsuccessful military exploits,…
Home For The Holidays
Where: The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for The Arts – 12/07/2019: 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Home For The Holidays
Luann de Lesseps
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa – 12/07/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Luann de Lesseps
The Marshall Tucker Band
Where: Newton Theatre – 12/07/2019: 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: Whenever you drop that proverbial quarter into the virtual jukebox of songs that always manage to reach down and touch your soul the exact moment…
Santa Play & Breakfast Buffet At Braddock's!
Where: Braddock’s Tavern – 12/08/2019: 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
Details: SANTA’S TOY SHOPPE PLAY & BREAKFAST BUFFET AT BRADDOCK'S TAVERN! DECEMBER 8 & 15 AT 11:00AM
New Jersey Ballet - The Nutcracker
Where: Bergen Performing Arts Center – 12/08/2019: 1:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Details: New Jersey Ballet - The Nutcracker
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