Hackettstown Hometown Holiday
Visitors can browse local shops and eateries throughout Hackettstown while enjoying community holiday traditions. Festivities feature a Holiday Bazaar tent, live entertainment in the Festival Area, and an open house at the Hackettstown Historical Society alongside the Grand Illumination at Centenary. Guests can also visit Santa at the Rec Center's Winter Wonderland and drive through town to view decorated homes.
What to Expect
Annual community holiday celebration with shopping, entertainment, and festive home displays.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Hackettstown Business Improvement District (BID)
Food & Drink
The event encourages visitors to eat and drink locally all weekend; the Jingle Ball also includes dinner.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and local holiday shoppers
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Holiday Bazaar Tent: 5-9 pm; Hackettstown Historical Society Open House: 5-9pm; live entertainment: all evening.
Tips & Advice
- Visit Friday evening to combine the Holiday Bazaar tent, Historical Society open house, and Festival Area entertainment, scheduled for 5–9 pm or all evening.
- Go to the Rec Center on Saturday for Santa’s Winter Wonderland with the Hackettstown Recreation Department.
- Use the Deck the House areas, such as Willow Grove, Historic District/Centenary, Mitchell Road, or College View, to organize a drive past decorated homes.
- Make time to eat, drink, and shop locally during the weekend, as the organizers specifically encourage supporting Hackettstown businesses.
- Bring warm layers for the outdoor bazaar and neighborhood light viewing, since both involve spending time outside in December.
Special Events & Promotions
- Grand Illumination at Centenary on Friday.
- Open house at the Hackettstown Historical Society on Friday.
- Winter Wonderland with Santa at the Rec Center on Saturday.
- Third annual Jingle Ball on Wednesday, December 9, at David's Country Inn, with dinner, dancing and a silent auction to close out the festivities.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens on Friday night?
The Holiday Bazaar Tent opens, Centenary holds its Grand Illumination, and the Hackettstown Historical Society has an open house. There's also live entertainment all evening in the Festival Area.
Where is the Holiday Bazaar?
The Holiday Bazaar Tent is behind Stella G's.
Where can kids see Santa?
On Saturday, Santa is at the Rec Center for Winter Wonderland, hosted with the Hackettstown Recreation Department.
What is Deck the House?
It's a drive through Hackettstown to see decorated homes. The sections are Willow Grove, Historic District/Centenary, West Valley View/E. Prospect, Mitchell Road and College View, plus a People's Choice.
Where can we eat?
Make a night of it at one of Hackettstown's restaurants or breweries. The idea is to eat, drink and shop locally all weekend.
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