Last updated: November 11, 2024
Welcome to your comprehensive guide for the holidays in Elizabeth! Discover the top festive events and attractions. Whether you're familiar with Elizabeth or seeing it for the first time, our guide brings the holiday spirit to life.
A staple of the season is the German Christmas Market, where visitors can experience the charm of traditional German crafts and mouthwatering treats. Meanwhile, the Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center dazzles with a captivating display of illuminated holiday scenes, creating a festive atmosphere for all ages. And the Holiday in the Park at Six Flags offers thrilling rides alongside beautiful holiday decorations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Dazzling LED light displays with interactive elements.
Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center features over 2 million LED lights in spectacular displays, including a 32-foot-tall Waving Christmas Barbie and life-sized dinosaurs. The event also includes a Toyota Holiday Village with Santa, s’mores, and other festive activities.
Where: Holmdel | More Info: Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center
Over 1.5 million lights animated to holiday music.
The Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru features over 1.5 million lights animated to your favorite holiday tunes, creating a dazzling display of color and sound.
Where: East Brunswick | More Info: The Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru
Authentic German holiday shopping and dining experience.
The German Christmas Market of New Jersey is a non-profit event at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, celebrating the Christmas holiday with traditional German food, drinks, and vendors. It raises funds to distribute back into the community, supporting local charities and non-profits.
Where: Augusta | More Info: German Christmas Market
Unique blend of handmade goods and live music.
The Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar is a seasonal marketplace featuring local and regional handcrafted and vintage goods, art, photography, live music, food, and libations.
Where: Asbury Park | More Info: Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Holiday celebration with local shopping and dining.
Hackettstown Hometown Holiday is a festive celebration featuring a holiday bazaar, dining tent, and beautifully decorated homes. Enjoy local shopping, dining, and community activities, including a Santa parade and tree lighting.
Where: Hackettstown | More Info: Hackettstown Hometown Holiday
Live music and holiday light lighting ceremony.
The annual Holiday Express Concert and Town Lighting in Red Bank features Holiday Express rocking the streets with favorite tunes and special guests. The event includes the first lighting of the holiday lights this season, free hot chocolate from the Red Bank Fire Department, and a LIVE countdown to light the town with News 12.
Where: Red Bank | More Info: Red Bank Holiday Express
Autumn-themed activities on a working farm.
Explore Allaire Community Farm's 25-acre autumn wonderland featuring a pumpkin patch, petting zoos, wagon rides, train rides, and a market full of autumn produce. Enjoy hay bales, mums, and cornstalks perfect for home decor.
Where: Wall Township | More Info: Holiday Light Spectacular at Allaire Community Farm
