Selfie Studio & Holiday Market
Simple Faith Church 79 Washington Street, Bloomfield, NJEnjoy a festive atmosphere with great gifts, fun photos, + hot cocoa.
Winter Wonderland + Holiday Village
The Township of Union will host a winter wonderland featuring a holiday vendor village, inflatables, train rides, Santa's Workshop, a gingerbread house with cookie demo, children's games, food trucks, +…
Santa at Van Vleck
Van Vleck House + Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJVisit Santa at the Van Vleck House + Gardens. In addition, enjoy crafts, outdoor inflatable displays, + refreshments.
Trust Your Gut: Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season
Montclair Public Library Tower Room 50 South Fullerton Avenue, MontclairThe stress of the holiday season can wreak havoc on your mental and physical health. Join the Montclair Public Library for a presentation with Dr. Joseph Shami, gastroenterologist with Gastroenterology…
Art Opening: Christine DeFazio
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJCome out to see the works of Montclair Brewery's next monthly artist-in-residency: Christine DeFazio. Christine DeFazio is an art educator and artist working in the Bronx focusing on Urban Arts.…
Art Uncorcked
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJEnjoy art, Spanish wines, + tapas at the Montclair Art Museum. Bid on art work, meet artists, + make new connections and this highly anticipated evening.
Movie Night: Polar Express 20th Anniversary
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJCome to the Montclair Public Library dressed in your pajamas and celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Polar Express with a screening of the film. Enjoy hot chocolate, snacks, + more…
Kit Class at Far Brook School
Far Brook School 52 Great Hills Road, Short Hills, NJKit Class is an informal playdate for curious, creative 2-year-olds and their grown-ups. Join this event at Far Brook School to explore classrooms, meet distinguished progressive educators, and play.
Brookdale Bobcat Marketplace
Brookdale Elementary School 1230 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJEnjoy handmade jewelry, crochet items, pampered chef, touchstone crystals, clothing, custom epoxy cups, honey, candles, skin care, crafts, + so much more to complete your holiday shopping.
Holiday Brunch
The Highlawn 1 Crest Drive, West OrangeFamily + friends can celebrate the holidays with this Santa Holiday Brunch at The Highlawn. Meet Santa while enjoying a festive brunch menu.
French American Holiday Market
French American Academy of Englewood 85 West Demarest Avenue, Englewood, NJThe FAA Holiday Market is a vibrant, French-themed event that brings together vendors, food stalls, and entertainment to create a festive atmosphere. Guests can enjoy delicious crepes, hot chocolate, and…
2024 LACD Holiday Party
Livingston Senior + Community Center 204 Hillside Avenue, LivingstonEnjoy food, beverages, dancing, + an arts and crafts program followed by a visit with Santa at the Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities + Livingston Education Association's holiday party.
Verona Fair in the Square Holiday Fair
Verona Public Library 17 Gould Street, Verona, NJVerona’s Civic Center is getting ready to be transformed into a festive wonderland. Be sure to save the date for an afternoon filled with shopping, entertainment, face painting, balloon artistry,…
Selfie Studio Holiday Market
Casa de Flora Bar 75 Washington Street, BloomfieldEnjoy a selfie station at Casa de Flora filled with a variety of Christmas backdrops to create amazing holiday memories with family + friends.
11th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
Military Park 51 Park Place, NewarkEnjoy free activities, live performances, hot cocoa, pictures with Santa, kiddie train, reindeer rides, + more at this Holiday Tree Lighting in Newark.
South Orange Downtown Hometown Holiday
Village Hall Restaurant and Beer Garden 101 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJJoin South Orange Downtown for a fun filled afternoon and get your free photo with Santa by professional photographer, Samori Etienne. Enjoy themed games, crafts, and a holiday education station…
Fierce & Fabulous: Two Ladies in Leopard The Art of Judyann Affronti and Cathy McCoy Bristol Exhibit
West Orange Arts Center 551 Valley Road, West OrangeThe community is invited to meet the artists and explore their works at a free Artist’s Reception. Guests will enjoy light refreshments and the chance to witness the debut of…
The Alluem Flea: Holiday Market
Alluem Yoga 347 Lincoln Avenue East, Cranford, NJThis is your one-stop-shop for the holidays with art, jewelry, food, handmade gifts, + more for sale at the market. Enjoy free hot chocolate + warm apple cider as well.
Brunch with Santa
Gioia Mia 331 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJEnjoy a two-course kids brunch or three-course adult brunch with Santa in Montclair at Gioia Mia.
Bakes by Izzy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Bakes by Izzy 108 West South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJStop by for the grand opening of Bakes by Izzy.
Dinner at La Mezzaluna + A Christmas Carol
McCarter Theatre Center 91 University Place, Princeton, NJRegister for a memorable holiday dinner and show in Princeton. Eat a delicious Italian prix fixe meal at La Mezzaluna (price included) and then head over by bus to McCarter…
Garden to Table Family Class
Van Vleck House + Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJDecember's garden to table family recipe will be Peppermint Tea. Come with your children to water, plant, + harvest the necessary ingredients in the garden to make a delicious recipe.
Let’s Make Vegan Coquito for the Holidays
Montclair Public Library 50 S. Fullerton Avenue, MontclairMany of us know and love coquito, the holiday Puerto Rican elixir of the gods. In this interactive class, you’ll learn about the history of coquito and make a vegan…
Michael Bublé & Blake Leonard of Stew Leonard’s Wines & Spirits Live Stream: Holiday Cocktails
Stew Leonard's Farm Fresh Food + Wine 700 Paramus Park, ParamusJoin Grammy Award-winning artist Michael Bublé and Certified Sommelier Blake Leonard of Stew Leonard’s Wines & Spirits for a special live-streaming event celebrating Fraser & Thompson whiskey. Michael and Blake…
Holiday Candlelight Tour
Crane House + Historic YWCA 110 Orange Road, Montclair, NJEnjoy a candlelit tour of the historic Crane House when it is decorated for the holiday season.
Wake Up Paul Live
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJWake Up Paul is a pop punk cover band based out of West Orange, NJ. Formed by longtime friends in 2022, the band rocks out with fun and energetic setlists…
Tenafly Holiday Fair
Sergeant Oresko Memorial Green Tenafly, NJEnjoy community concerts, s'mores, holiday crafts, gift shopping, + more at this community holiday fair.
Angels of Animals Holiday Photo Shoot
Glen Ridge Train Station 224 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJGet pet and family photos with Santa + enjoy crafts, free hot cocoa, and holiday cheer. 100% of proceeds provide veterinary care to animals with exceptional medical needs.
A Gospel Holiday
Science Park High School 260 Norfolk Street, Newark, NJSpotlighting celebrated artists from Newark and beyond, the New Jersey Symphony lauds the power of the first instrument—the human voice—with a gospel music-inspired holiday extravaganza. Come ready to sing, dance,…
Santa Stampede
Fleet Feet 603 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJJoin Fleet Feet Montclair + Brooks in running off the holiday craze and bringing in the holiday spirit and celebration. 100% of registration proceeds will be donated to Montclair Emergency…
Breakfast with Santa
The Cottage House 60 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pequannock Township, NJDefying Gravitea is hosting breakfast with Santa this December at its new event space, The Cottage House. The event will feature gluten-, dairy-, egg-, and nut-free breakfast items and sweet treats…
South Orange Downtown Holiday Market
Village Plaza South OrangeLocated next to Spiotta Park, the Township of South Orange will host its annual Holiday Market. For three days in December, Essex locals can expect to find local vendors selling…
White Truffle Dinner
Faubourg Montclair Restaurant and Bar 544 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJEnjoy white truffles in a variety of ways prepared by Chef Olivier Muller alongside French wines chosen by Wine Director Philippe Marchal.
Christmas Putlock
Sierra Coffee Group 302 Ridge Road, LyndhurstBring your favorite dish, snack, or pastry to share at the cafe. Make this Christmas gathering extra special with delicious food, great company, + plenty of festive cheer.
Rhythm and Ribz Smokehouse
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJThe mouth-watering, award-winning, authentic Southern-smoked BBQ dishes by Rhythm & Ribz are back. Try their pulled pork ribs, smoked briskets, smoked chicken, and smoked turkey breasts, all with a healthy…
Countdown to Christmas
Saint Jude Roman Catholic Church 40 Maxim Drive, Hopatcong, NJOn December 21st, the St. Jude Church of Hopatcong will host the Countdown to Christmas, a holiday shopping extravaganza. This free event will feature over 50 different local restaurants and…
Ring in 2025 at The Shannon Rose
The Shannon Rose 8 Kingsland Road, CliftonEnjoy live music from The Mighty Spectrum Band and a Champagne toast at midnight + a 4-hour open bar and 4-course dinner.
