Newark Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Newark and surrounding areas
Newark brightens the Christmas season with glowing Christmas lights across the University district and downtown Newark Parkway where cultural centers and parks host markets and performances. Join the Newark, Delaware Christmas Lights Tour and the Holiday Celebration & Market at Glasgow Park, browse Christmas markets, and enjoy holiday activities and family-friendly attractions that celebrate the season near the university and town green.
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Christmas Lights
26 eventsLiterary-themed holiday decor in a historic mansion.
Christmas Markets
22 eventsVictorian London street festival with costumed characters.
Christmas Shows
14 eventsAcclaimed holiday musical with dinner included
Christmas Activities
33 eventsOutdoor ice skating with waterfront views and cozy fire pits.
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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
(Philadelphia)
Outdoor ice skating with waterfront views and cozy fire pits.
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Yuletide at Winterthur
(Wilmington)
Literary-themed holiday decor in a historic mansion.
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LumiNature Holiday Light Show
(Philadelphia)
Wildlife-themed light displays and interactive installations.
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Christmas in Odessa
(Odessa)
Historic homes decorated for the holidays
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Narberth Dickens Festival
(Narberth)
Victorian London street festival with costumed characters.
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BYOB Holiday Lights Trolley Tour Philadelphia
(Philadelphia)
BYOB trolley tour of Philadelphia's holiday lights
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Christmas Parties Near Newark
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Newark.
Amish Christmas Cookie Tour
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Newark Christmas FAQ
The Holiday Tree Lighting in downtown Newark and Dasher’s Lightshow are two of the city’s largest annual Christmas events, drawing families and visitors each year.
Newark celebrates with a mix of cultural traditions, including the downtown tree lighting, festive light displays, and community markets that reflect the city’s diverse neighborhoods.
Many neighborhoods throughout Newark feature festive Christmas lights, with especially popular displays in the downtown area and residential streets near major parks.
Christmas markets and local makers are often found in downtown Newark, at community centers, and during special holiday events throughout the city.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the downtown tree lighting, and exploring public holiday decorations around the city.
Families enjoy Dasher’s Lightshow, the Holiday Tree Lighting, and local Christmas markets, all of which offer activities and entertainment for children.