From festive performances and cruises to holiday markets and experiences with Santa, there are so many ways to get into the spirit of the holiday season in and around New Jersey. Check out these one-of-a-kind holiday events!
Carteret PAC
Celebrate the season at The Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center with two unforgettable holiday shows! Enjoy An Olde English Christmas with Peter Noone on December 13, then experience the electrifying Luminare Christmas on December 14. Don’t miss these magical nights of music, memories, and holiday cheer—get your tickets today!
An Olde English Christmas with Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone
December 13th at 8 pm
Luminare Christmas
December 14th at 7pm
Circle Line’s Holiday Harbor Lights
Pier 83
42nd street & 12th ave. in New York City
Holiday cruises run from 11/28- 12/31 from 7 pm – 9 pm
See the City the way it was meant to be seen … from the water, admiring the stunning evening lights of New York’s celebrated skyline and landmarks. Narrated by informative and entertaining guides, this tour aboard NYC’s most iconic and state-of-the-art boat is an unforgettable experience.
Get your camera ready for some amazing selfie opportunities as you sail down the Hudson River passing the colossal Hudson Yards, impressive Chelsea Piers, and the towering One World Trade Center, before rounding the spectacular tip of southern Manhattan and ultimately cruising only a few feet away from the magnificent Statue of Liberty.
Circle Line’s New Years Eve Buffet Dinner Cruise
Pier 83
42nd street & 12th ave. in New York City
December 31st from 10 pm-1 am
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable dinner cruise on the Hudson!
Highlights include:
3-Course Dinner Buffet
Seated Dining Tables (shared with other parties)
Live DJ spinning hits all night
Standard Open Bar (Spirits, Beer, Wine, Champagne)
Midnight Champagne Toast
Heated Indoor Cabin with Spectacular Fireworks Views
JC Promotions
Join us at JC’s very popular Holiday Flea & Gift Fairs held indoors and
outdoors at local high schools. These events draw Christmas shoppers from the community looking for gift ideas. They will feature vendors selling crafts, new items and collectibles. If you’re interested in selling or need general information go to: JC Promotions.Info. These events are open indoors 9-4pm and are free admission. Visit JC’s website for our full weekend event calendars, addresses to our events and more.
Wayne PAL-Nov. 23 & Dec. 21
Clifton High School-Nov. 30
Bergenfield High School-Dec. 7
New Milford High School -Dec. 14
Wayne PAL-Dec. 21
Celebrate the Holiday Season with New Jersey Festival Orchestra!
From traditional to pops, choral favorites, and Broadway classics, NJFO’s holiday concerts promise to fill the entire family with warmth and cheer.
Return of the Holiday Tenors
Award-winning tenors join NJFO to present a dazzling selection of renowned tenor and holiday fare. Guaranteed to make the season merry for all!
- Saturday, December 6, 2025 @ 7pm, The Presbyterian Church, Westfield
- Sunday, December 7, 2025 @ 3pm, The Concert Hall at Drew University, Madison
Broadway Through the Ages
Maestro David Wroe, NJFO, soloists direct from the Broadway stage and dancers from Dance Theatre of Harlem swing to family favorites from America’s Great Songbook.
- Wednesday, December 31, 2025 @ 5pm, Westfield High School Auditorium, Westfield
- Thursday, January 1, 2026 @ 3pm, Sieminski Theater, Basking Ridge
Ocean Casino Resort
Embark on an exclusive virtual elevator adventure that transports guests from the famous Atlantic City Boardwalk all the way to the North Pole, to Santa’s Secret Hideaway to meet Santa Claus in a festive, immersive experience filled with holiday cheer.
Let Ocean’s talented photographers capture the joy of your visit. Book your unforgettable moment at theoceanac.com.
Palisades Center
Celebrate the season at Palisades Center! From cherished Santa photos to exclusive holiday events, there’s magic waiting around every corner. Gather, shop, dine and play in one unforgettable place!
For hours, events, and more, visit PalisadesCenter.com or follow us on Instagram @palisadescntr and Facebook @palisadescenter.
