🌻Things To Do in Jersey 11/21-11/23

Hello neighbors!

I did a LOT to the website this week - still a work in progress but getting there.

Two new features have been added:

1. Save Events

Tired of forgetting events that you wanted to go to? I got you!

Head on over to WanderJersey - check out the Events calendar - and look for the heart icon on the event image. Click on a heart - it turns red and will save the event to a special page just for you called my events! No login or password required, just don’t clear your cache and they will remain on your page!

And because you get this email every week - you will always have a reminder to go to the site and check out your events!

2. Event Feedback

The poll I ran showed a lot of interest in the option to leave feedback on events. So, now you have it. Go to any event after you attend and leave some feedback so others can decide if it is right for them.

These will be monitored - so keep it kind, even if you have negative thoughts.

Events stay listed all year round so reviews will always be there for you.

Weekend Weather Forecast

Weather data is from weather.gov.

• Friday: mostly cloudy chance of rain high near 57 🌦️

• Saturday: chance of rain high near 54 🌧️

• Sunday: sunny high near 50 🌤️

Bergen County

Orchard of Lights

11/22/2025 - 12/30/2025
Demarest Farms, Hillsdale
$35 per car

Take a guided tour through 32 acres of brilliant holiday light displays by car. When you are done you can warm up by the fire pit and enjoy hot cocoa and treats in our retail farm market. Take pictures with Santa, make your own S’mores and take a few moments to enjoy the sounds of Santa’s singing Reindeer. Visit Event Website →

Burlington County

Harvest Christmas Memories

11/21/2025 - 12/22/2025  · Varies
Johnson's Corner Farm, Medford

A fun-filled day with so many activities kids of all ages will enjoy. The Christmas Musical Light Show Hayride offers a trip around the farm to see the twinkling lights with your favorite holiday music. There will be fire pits for s'mores, animals to visit, a light show on the lake and so much more. Visit Event Website →

Main Street Candlelight Stroll

11/22/2025  · 4-8pm
Moorestown
Free

Experience the charm of Moorestown, NJ, at the Main Street Candlelight Stroll where the street is lit by thousands of candles. Enjoy shopping, dining, and festive activities including pie making contest, carriage rides, live music and more. Visit Event Website →

Essex County

Holiday Lights at Turtle Back Zoo

11/21/2025 - 11/23/2025  · 5-9pm
Turtle Back Zoo, West Orange
Free

Experience the magic of the holidays at the Holiday Lights Spectacular at Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange, NJ. This enchanting event features thousands of twinkling lights and festive displays, transforming the zoo into a winter wonderland.

• Santa will be available for pictures.

• Watch and ice carver transform ice into a sculpture.

• Performance by princesses.

• Meet and greet with the Grinch.

• Carousel, farm, train and more....

Event is free, but please bring donations of food items, new toys or gently worn used coats. Visit Event Website →

Middlesex County

Winter WonderLights

11/21/2025 - 12/28/2025  · 5:30-10pm
Middlesex County Fairgrounds, East Brunswick
$35+

Winter WonderLights, NJ’s largest animated holiday light show, returns Nov 21–Dec 28 at the Middlesex County Fairgrounds in East Brunswick! Drive through over 2 million dazzling lights synced to festive music on your car radio. Bring your pets, your holiday spirit, and your favorite people to enjoy tunnels, giant trees, and new displays. Open nightly 5:30–10pm, rain or shine—holiday magic for all ages!

Tickets cost $35 per car from Monday through Thursday, and $40 from Friday to Sunday. The cost increases to $45 for tickets from December 19 – 28. An Unlimited Season Pass is also available for just $100. Visit Event Website →

Monmouth County

U-Pick Tulips: Winter Wonderland

11/21/2025 - 01/04/2026
Holland Ridge Farms, Cream Ridge
$20-$30 per family

Holland Farms, while most known for their tulips, has created the ultimate holiday event! The farm features millions of twinkling lights with a special feature of 50,000 lights transformed into a field of tulips. Enjoy the windmill light and music show, drones on specific dates, disco nights and character meet and greets. A giant igloo snow pit is filled with 75,000 "snowballs" to engage kids big and small and of course food, hot chocolate, and so much more will be available to make it a true family friendly event. Visit Event Website →

Magic of Lights Drive Through

11/21/2025 - 01/03/2026  · 5pm-10pm
PNC Arts Center, Holmdel
$27 per car

Magic of Lights is a drive-through lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Experience the show from the comfort your own car, one carload, one price. Visit Event Website →

Granny's Attic Craft Show

11/22/2025  · 9am-4pm
Thompson Middle School, Middletown
$9 at door, $6 presale

 A holiday tradition in Monmouth County since 1980! Considered one of the largest craft shows on the East Coast, Granny's Attic features more than 250 juried vendors/crafters of unique, handcrafted items to satisfy all your holiday shopping needs! Artwork, stained glass, holiday ornaments, accessories, candles, ceramics, children's items, jewelry, tasty chocolates, homemade fudge, spices and many more unique, handcrafted items.

This event also includes  Super 50/50 and $1000 Visa Gift Card Raffle. 100% of all proceeds go to Thompson Middle School. Visit Event Website →

Passaic County

Plant Sale & Craft Boutique

11/22/2025 - 11/23/2025  · 10am-4pm
Laurelwood Arboretum, Wayne
Free

Two shopping experiences in one beautiful location! The plant sale features succulents and tropical plants that make great gifts - or treat yourself to a new beautiful accent for your own home. The craft show offers a collection of handmade items from various artists including jewelry, scarves, textiles, wood crafts and more. Visit Event Website →

Sussex County

Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show and Village

11/22/2025 - 01/03/2026
Skylands Stadium, Augusta
$29 per car

The Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show and Village in Augusta, NJ is a spectacular holiday event featuring a drive-thru light show with breathtaking displays. After the show, visitors can explore the Christmas Village offering photos with Santa, holiday treats, carnival rides and shopping opportunities. Visit Event Website →

Here are some cool upcoming events you might want to add to your calendar and get tickets for.

🎄 Augusta - German Christmas Market from 12/5-12/7

🎸 Asbury Park -Rock for Hunger on 12/26

🦖 Edison - Jurassic Quest 12/27-12/30

Shout out to Gregory Fox, who in what is a trying time, is opening Belly Rubs Senior Dog Sanctuary. This rescue is a special place for senior dogs, 7 years or older, that may not get adopted easily due to a variety of reasons.

He recently acquired a 10-acre property in Marlton from what was a dog breeder and is working with the township to create this amazing home for these animals. He received unanimous approval for his dream just this week - and we look forward to seeing what he does!

Please visit Belly Rubs Senior Dog Sanctuary to learn how to get involved. From dog walking to kennel care - or of course donations, these dogs need our help!

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