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From Essex County Executive DiVincenzo: Essex County Executive DiVincenzo invites the public to spend part of their holiday season at the Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. Free admission is being offered at The Holiday Lights Spectacular, which will be held on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, November 22, 23 & 24 and Nov. 29, 30 & Dec. 1, and daily from Friday, December 6 to Tuesday, December 31. More information.

From Morris County Park Commission: Bring your camera or phone for this special hunt ‘Frosty!’ Discover the beauty of the winter garden. Take a photo of every item, and receive a prize. Participate any time between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m from December 21-December 31. More information.

First Night was founded 27 years ago and modeled after an alcohol-free New Year’s Eve celebration in Boston that marked the nation’s bicentennial in 1976. The first celebration in Ocean City included 25 entertainment acts at five different locations with about 800 people attending. While other First Night events have faded, Ocean City’s has only grown more popular with families making it an annual tradition for a safe New Year’s Eve. Today, attendance is capped at 10,000 with admission buttons selling out year after year. First Night offers more than 70 opportunities to catch more than 30 different shows and activities at 22 venues throughout town. You will find entertainment that satisfies every taste and age group. To realize maximum enjoyment from First Night, plan your itinerary in advance and have a great time. The City of Ocean City’s Community Services Department organizes the event. If you have questions, call 609-399-6111. To see more on how to have fun in Ocean City year-round, visit www.oceancityvacation.com or call 1-800-BEACH-NJ to check out why Ocean City has been named the No. 1 Family Beach Resort in the nation. Thank you for selecting First Night as your New Year’s entertainment. Have a happy and safe New […]

From First Night Morris County: Join nearly 10,000 of your friends and neighbors for our 28th year of ringing in the New Year with an unmatched array of performances! First Night Morris County 2020 is the biggest and brightest New Year’s Eve celebration in New Jersey, providing a magnificent family-friendly, substance-free and alcohol-free celebration in the heart of Morristown. Our stellar program features over 100 Artists with 40 plus performances: dance, theatre, music (rock, jazz, blues, classical, etc.), visual arts, world cultures, children’s programs and so much more. Your First Night Morris County admission button gives you access to innovative, diverse and high quality performances ideal for participants of all ages, easily accessible on foot or by free shuttle bus. More information.

Join nearly 10,000 of your friends and neighbors for our 28th year of ringing in the New Year with an unmatched array of performances! First Night Morris County 2020 is the biggest and brightest New Year’s Eve celebration in New Jersey, providing a magnificent family-friendly, alcohol-free and substance-free celebration in 14 venues throughout the heart of Morristown. Our stellar program features over 100 artists, 40 events: dance, theatre, music (rock, jazz, blues, classical, etc.), visual arts, world cultures, children’s programs and so much more. Your First Night Morris County admission button gives you access to innovative, diverse and high quality performances ideal for participants of all ages. The venues are within close walking distance of one another and the historic Morristown Green. The venues are also accessible via free shuttles which run all evening. With the Dazzling Light Up The Night show at 9:15pm and a Midnight Countdown to Welcome in the New Year at Midnight. For one affordable price, you and your friends and family will enjoy unlimited access to all of our spectacular performances (subject to venue capacities). For a full schedule of events, visit First Night Morris’ website. Buy tickets here. Early bird pricing through December 21.

Jimmy Shubert is live at the Stress Factory’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza. From The Stress Factory: Of course we’re back for New Year’s Eve!!!! It’s the best party in town and the best deal in town! Prices go up December 19th, so get your tickets now! ***7:30pm show includes our fabulous all you can eat buffet! ***10:30pm show includes open bar, all you can eat buffet, champagne toast at Midnight and dancing after the show! Early Show Details Ticket Price: $55.00, Door Time: 5:30 PM Show Type: Stand Up Restrictions: 18 & over Two Items Minimum ———————————- Late Show Details Ticket Price: $110.00 Door Time: 10:00 PM Show Type: Stand Up Restrictions: 18 & over Special Event

From Battleship New Jersey: FAMILIES: SPEND NEW YEAR’S EVE OVERNIGHT ON THE BATTLESHIP WHEN: December 31, 2019 @ 5:00 pm – January 1, 2020 @ 9:00 am WHERE: Battleship New Jersey 100 Clinton St. Camden NJ 08103 COST: $79.00 CONTACT:  866-877-6262 x203 Or Email Families can spend the First Night of 2020 aboard the Battleship New Jersey! Our award-winning overnight program will be available for families to sleep overnight on the ship on Dec. 31, 2019. Enjoy dinner and breakfast served at the Chowline. Take a guided tour of the World’s Greatest Battleship. Sleep in the bunks that the crew of the USS New Jersey once did! Plus experience the amazing view of the New Year’s Fireworks over the Delaware River at midnight! The New Year’s Family Overnight is $79 per person. Families must consist of a legal guardian and at least one child between the ages of 6 and 17. To reserve your bunks for New Years, call 866-877-6262 ext. 203.

From Crossroads of the American Revolution: Create a list of all the bad things you want to forget about 2019 on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 from 6-8pm and bring it to the Hogmanay bonfire in the Great Meadow behind the 1761 Brearley House on New Year’s Eve. This Scottish celebration has its roots in Pagan tradition.  You’re invited to prepare a list in advance and bring it to the fire; the Lawrence Historical society will also have paper and pencils available if the spirit strikes you there. Enjoy bagpipe music and tour the 1761 Brearley House while you’re there! Fire Master Tom Ledwith will light the fire promptly at 6:00 p.m., and it will be extinguished at 8:00 p.m. per state fire regulations. For more information, contact the Lawrence Historical Society via e-mail or call 609-895-1728.    

From the Adventure Aquarium in Camden: The Aquarium is hosting extended hours through 6:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31st to ring in the New Year with your family, friends, and fish at our annual New Year’s Eve Splash! Take more time to enjoy your favorite animals and even boogey down at our special DJ Shell-ebration Dance Parties. Then end the evening at the best spot on the waterfront to see the beautiful twilight fireworks display over the Delaware River! All included with your Membership or General Admission, or buy tickets.

From New Jersey Festival Orchestra: NJFO’s quintessential New Year’s celebration promises a superb revue of Broadway classics in glorious symphonic splendor. Come join the festivities as Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Da’von Doane and friends join Maestro David Wroe and guest Broadway soloists to swing to favorites from America’s Great Songbook. Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at 7PM Westfield HS Auditorium, Dorian Rd, Westfield Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at 2:30PM Fellowship Cultural Arts Center, Basking Ridge A limited number of tickets may be available at the door tomorrow evening, but click below to order online and avoid the queue. Or simply call the box office on 908 232 9400. Tickets start at $15.

From Sahara Sam’s: Splash the night away on our indoor water attractions, jam out with our DJ, play games and win giveaways, get your limbo on; our New Year’s Eve Party includes it all! Admission to the Park Foam Party Delicious Appetizers, Entrees and Desserts Themed party goods (hats, noisemakers, etc) Champagne Toast (for adults 21 and over) Sparkling Cider Toast for the kids! Tuesday, December 31st, 7pm-12:30am. Admission is $68.99 per person. *Children 2 and under are FREE

From iPlay America: in Freehold: Ring in the New Year at iPlay America’s annual New Year’s Eve Celebration Monday, December 31, 2019, 7:30pm-1:00am! Bring the entire family and enjoy a night of rides, party favors, live DJ, and giveaways! There will be confetti cannons at midnight as you watch the ball drop on our 5 large screens and monitors! NYE PARTY PASS INCLUDES: Unlimited Ride Pass, $10 Game Card, Party Favors, DJ, Light Show, Prizes, Giveaways, Confetti Cannons and Watching The Ball Drop On One Of Our 5 Large Screens And Monitors! $39.99 Per Person In Advance $49.99 Per Person At The Door Toddlers Under 36 Inches Are FREE This party sells out fast so you get your tickets soon!