Last updated: November 11, 2024
The holidays are here, Union City! Dive into our guide for all the top festive events. Whether you're a familiar face in Union City or a fresh visitor, our guide unlocks the festive magic.
One of the highlights of the season is the Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center, where cars can enjoy a dazzling display of lights from the comfort of their seats. Another notable event is the Orchard of Lights, an enchanting experience showcasing beautifully decorated trees and joyful atmosphere. And definitely don't forget the Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru, which provides a unique drive-through light show. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Union City Holiday Light Displays
Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center
- What to Expect
- Dazzling drive-through holiday light experience with life-sized displays.
- Description
- At Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center, drive through over a mile of spectacular holiday light displays featuring LED technology and digital animations. Witness larger-than-life displays of Holiday Barbie, Bigfoot Monster Truck, and life-sized dinosaurs in Prehistoric Christmas. Enjoy themed scenes and characters that bring your favorite holiday moments to life.
- Where
- Holmdel | More Info : Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center
Orchard of Lights
- What to Expect
- Guided holiday light tour with Santa and S'mores.
- Description
- Take your vehicle on a guided tour through 32 acres of brilliant holiday light displays, warm up by the fire pit, and enjoy hot cocoa and treats in our retail farm market. Take pictures with Santa, make your own S'mores, and listen to Santa's singing Reindeer.
- Where
- Hillsdale | More Info : Orchard of Lights
The Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru
- What to Expect
- Synchronized light and sound show with over 1.5 million lights.
- Description
- Over 1.5 million lights are animated to your favorite holiday tunes in a spectacular drive-thru display.
- Where
- East Brunswick | More Info : The Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru
Union City Holiday Markets and Shopping
Happy Holiday Market
- What to Expect
- Unique shopping experience with over 70 local vendors.
- Description
- The Happy Holiday Market in Downtown Jersey City offers a variety of handmade goods, photo booths, sweet treats, rooftop brunch, and kids' activities. It is a free event featuring local artisans and vendors.
- Where
- Jersey City | More Info : Happy Holiday Market
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
- What to Expect
- Unique holiday shopping experience with local makers and artisans.
- Description
- The Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar is a seasonal marketplace featuring local and regional handcrafted goods, art, photography, live music, food, and libations.
- Where
- Long Branch | More Info : Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Kwanzaa Family Festival and Marketplace
- What to Expect
- Celebration of African culture and community through various activities and live performances.
- Description
- The Kwanzaa Family Festival and Marketplace at NJPAC is a celebration of culture, community, and creative expression. It features holiday-infused activities like dance classes, arts and crafts, storytelling, face painting, and a candle lighting ceremony. The event also includes live performances and an expanded Artisan Marketplace with one-of-a-kind items from local crafters and artisans.
- Where
- Newark | More Info : Kwanzaa Family Festival and Marketplace
Tenafly Holiday Fair
- What to Expect
- Community concert and artisanal market with local vendors.
- Description
- The Tenafly Holiday Fair is a community event featuring a Main Street Pops Holiday Market with local artisans and small businesses offering unique gifts. Enjoy a community concert, s'mores, holiday crafts, and a variety of artisanal foods and sweet treats.
- Where
- Tenafly | More Info : Tenafly Holiday Fair
Riverbend District Holiday Market
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration with artisan gift market and live caroling.
- Description
- The Riverbend District Holiday Market features a holiday tree lighting, artisan gift market, caroling, and food trucks, showcasing a curated selection of local artists, creators, and makers offering handmade creations.
- Where
- Harrison | More Info : Riverbend District Holiday Market
Union City Holiday Shows and Entertainment
South Orange Hometown Holiday
- What to Expect
- Annual tree lighting ceremony with special performances.
- Description
- Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at South Orange Hometown Holiday, featuring photos with Santa, holiday games, crafts, and hot chocolate. Enjoy special performances by the Columbia High School Choir and Concepts Dance Academy. The event culminates with the annual tree lighting ceremony at 76 South Orange Ave.
- Where
- South Orange | More Info : South Orange Hometown Holiday