Somerset Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Somerset and surrounding areas
Somerset brings the holiday season to life with dazzling Christmas lights around local landmarks and family-friendly seasonal happenings like the Seasonal Traditions Holiday Program. Wander tree-lined streets and town centers to find festive events, holiday celebrations, and interactive displays that welcome all ages. There are plenty of things to do from guided tours to family fun gatherings, offering a warm and lively holiday atmosphere beneath glittering lights and memorable seasonal programs.
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Christmas Markets
21 eventsNew Jersey's most unique craft shopping experience.
Christmas Shows
20 eventsStage adaptation of the beloved holiday film 'Elf'.
Christmas Lights
13 eventsDazzling drive-through holiday light experience
Christmas Parties
6 eventsFestive night out supporting arts education.
Christmas Activities
38 eventsFestive BYOB trolley tour with historical insights
Editor's Picks (6)
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Elf The Musical
(New Brunswick)
Stage adaptation of the beloved holiday film 'Elf'.
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Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center
(Holmdel)
Dazzling drive-through holiday light experience
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BYOB Holiday Trolley Tour of Princeton
(Princeton)
Festive BYOB trolley tour with historical insights
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The Nutcracker
(Princeton)
Sixty-year tradition, longest-running Nutcracker production in the nation.
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An Evening of Readings & Carols
(Princeton)
Westminster Choir College ensembles in holiday concert
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Holiday Spirits: Festive Night Out
(New Brunswick)
Festive night out supporting arts education.
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Somerset Christmas FAQ
The Light Up Somerset parade and tree lighting event held in late November is one of the biggest annual Christmas events. Additionally, the Christkindl Market and various neighborhood light displays draw large crowds throughout the season.
Somerset embraces community-focused holiday traditions like the self-guided Christmas Tree Driving Tour across local towns and the Harmony Lights Fest, which combines festive lights with interactive activities such as crafts and visits with Santa.
Neighborhoods near Somerset such as Boswell and Hooversville are known for standout displays like the Zimmerman Family Lights and Harmony Lights Fest, offering both drive-through and walkable light experiences.
Uptown Somerset Diamond hosts the popular Christkindl Market featuring local artisans and vendors. Additionally, various craft fairs and holiday markets pop up throughout Somerset County during the season.
Exploring neighborhood light displays and attending free markets or community events like the Light Up Somerset parade are great budget-friendly ways to enjoy the holidays in Somerset.
Families will enjoy walk-through light displays with activities such as crafts and Santa visits at Camp Harmony, as well as festive markets offering kid-friendly entertainment and seasonal treats.