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Whitall House Candlelight Tours

Red Bank Battlefield hosts evening candlelight tours through the historic Whitall House. Visitors can step inside the home to enjoy the festive sights and sounds of Christmas in the Colonial era.

What to Expect

Experience the sights and sounds of Christmas in the Colonial era.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Gloucester County Parks & Recreation

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

History enthusiasts and families

Vibe

Historic and festive

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Red Bank Battlefield
100 Hessian Avenue, National Park, NJ 08063
National Park, NJ

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free admission.
  • Hours: Fri 5pm-8pm; Sat 3pm-8pm; Sun 3pm-7pm.
  • Parking: Parking on site at the Whitall House, Red Bank Battlefield.
  • Accessibility: The Whitall House facility is ADA accessible.

Tips & Advice

  • Come ready for any weather, since the candlelight tours run rain or shine and there is no rain date.
  • Bring the whole family along, because admission to the candlelight tours is free.
  • Take the chance to see inside the 1748 Whitall House, which is otherwise closed to visitors from late October to mid-April.
  • Visitors using wheelchairs can plan to join in, as the Whitall House is ADA accessible and has parking on site.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Admission is free for the 2026 tours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I see on the tour?

You'll get a candlelight tour of the Whitall House, with the sights and sounds of Christmas in the Colonial era.

Do the tours go ahead in bad weather?

Yes. The tours run rain or shine.

Is the house accessible?

Yes. The James and Ann Whitall House is ADA accessible.

Is there parking?

Yes. There's parking at the Whitall House on the Red Bank Battlefield grounds.

What is the history of the house?

Quakers Ann and James Whitall built the house in 1748 on their plantation along the Delaware River. During the Battle of Red Bank on October 22, 1777, it served as a field hospital.

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team