Category Archives: Holiday
Mother’s Day is coming up this Sunday, so if you haven’t already, it’s time to scout out some ways to…
It’s that time of year again! Start the holiday season the Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular…
It’s not just a new year, it’s a whole new decade! To mark this momentous occasion, NJ Next has assembled…
The Seth Boyden PTA invites the greater South Orange-Maplewood community to get ahead of those holiday food fests by firing…
From the Maplewood 4th of July Committee: Join us for a full day of festivities in Memorial Park, with live…
On Monday, May 27, many NJ towns will celebrate Memorial Day and pay tribute to those who have served our…
Between egg hunts and baskets overflowing with chocolate treats, it often seems like…
Spring has sprung! That means that it’s time to brunch, egg hunt, ride horses, take a train and even skydive…
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, so why not get out and celebrate this Irish holiday at any…
Looking for some pre-St. Patrick’s Day fun? In the days leading up to March 17, there are a host of…
Planning a creative, romantic marriage proposal has become pretty much par for the course (horse?) these days. For those lovebirds…
From The Chocolate Expo: It’s all about chocolate, food and fun at The Chocolate…
From the SOMA Coalition on Race: South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race presents the 18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King,…
What are the best ways to ring in 2019 with the whole family? New Jersey has lots of kid-friendly New…
As Christmas Day draws to a close, many parents are faced with the age-old Holiday dilemma: What do we do…
Don’t feel like trekking into Times Square to huddle with the masses? No need! New Jersey has plenty of ways…
Editor’s note: Amy Hughes owns Salvage Style and is an owner of Maplewood Mercantile in Maplewood. This article was…
From Seton Hall University: Seton Hall University’s WSOU 89.5 FM announces its programming line-up for the 2018 Christmas…
From Blue Moon Entertainment: Blue Moon Entertainment presents a night filled with live music for its Christmas and Holiday…
From Red Bank River Center: If you’re spending the holidays with…
There is a fog surrounding the Paper Mill Playhouse production of Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn
From State Theatre New Jersey: State Theatre New Jersey presents American Repertory Ballet’s Nutcracker for five performances on Friday, December 21, 2018 at…
The General Store Holiday Pop-Up Shop in South Orange brings the local and homemade back to holiday shopping! Located…
Family & Kids Holiday
Gingerbread houses are synonymous with the holiday season, and the Frelinghuysen Arboretum’s 27th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show offers a fun…
From the Durand-Hedden House & Garden: Celebrate the season at the Durand-Hedden House & Garden on December 9…
Most people first became of Jewel’s soulful sound in the mid 1990s when her first album, Pieces of You, came out.…
From Studio B: Imagine having fun while shopping! You can at The…
From Seton Hall University: Recognized for several years as Best College in America for “Holiday Events” for its impressive Christmas…
From the Friends of Lord Stirling Stable: The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable (FLSS) will present their 20th…
From Visit South Jersey: Spend Thanksgiving Weekend at South Jersey Vineyards and Tasting Rooms Starting Black Friday…
From Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo: Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites the public to participate…
From Summit Downtown Inc.: Celebrate in Summit, November 30, 5-8 p.m. Shop, dine, and celebrate in Summit this holiday season!…
From the South Orange Public Library: The Friends of the South Orange Public Library invite you to our…
From the South Orange Performing Arts Center: The foremost and best-loved Klezmer band, The Klezmatics, offer a program…
From Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo: Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites the public to take…
From the Wildwoods: Enjoy the 2018 holiday season in the Wildwoods with an exciting month filled with fun for the…
Looking for a place to celebrate the true magic of the holidays? Look no further than Storybook Land, in…
Join the annual Hoboken Turkey Trot 5K and 1 mile fun run Saturday, Nov. 17. This great…
From Six Flags Great Adventure: Holiday in the Park is back for select days from November 17…
From the Mall at Short Hills: On Sunday, December 2, The Mall at Short Hills will host a…
From the Mall at Short Hills: During its annual ‘Santa Paws’ event, The Mall at Short Hills will…
From the Maplewood Strollers: The Strollers community theater will open its 87th season with…
Looking for somewhere to have your Thanksgiving meal out this year, instead of cooking at home? Good news: The Cassidy…
From the Paper Mill Playhouse: Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director), recipient of the Regional Theatre…
From Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo: Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. welcomed dog owners and their…
Editor’s note: the Halloween festivities on Saturday, October 27 will now be held at a New Location: South Avenue Train Station…
From WildwoodsNJ.com: Halloween in the Wildwoods will be full of tricks, treats and fun events for all ages starting
From Summit Downtown, Inc. Summit Downtown, Inc. (SDI) is excited to host…
Family & Kids Festivals & Events Holiday
From Wagner Farm: Returning for a seventh year, Wagner Farm Arboretum’s spectacular Halloween-themed event “Brite Nites” showcases an elaborate display of…
The pumpkins arrived by truck on Saturday morning, October 6, at Wyoming Presbyterian Church in Millburn and scores of volunteers…
From Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. Essex County dog owners are invited to display their creativity and participate…
From D&I Fitness: Burn off that pumpkin pie before you even get to the table. The 4th Annual Turkey Trot…
From Studio B: Studio B, a local non-profit arts organization known for producing eclectic, stand-room-only events, will be…
You don’t need lederhosen or even a ticket to Germany to celebrate Oktoberfest this year. Festivities abound across New Jersey…
Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end to the summer season. Why not enjoy the warm weather while it lasts?…
Celebrating Independence Day wouldn’t be complete without a spectacular fireworks display. Fortunately, festivities abound throughout the state and, in some…
Maplewood’s Independence Day celebration kicks off July 3 when the circus comes to town. There are…
Barbecue on its own is pretty delicious, but if you’re craving thirst-quenching beverages that enhance your meal, look no further.…
From Summit Downtown Inc.: Summit Downtown, Inc. (SDI)…
If Father’s Day has snuck up on you and your dad doesn’t need another tie or tool, why not take…
From Coastal Living: Meredith Corporation’s Coastal Living, the leading authority on coastal home and travel, announced today the…
The City of Cape May in conjunction with the American Legion Harry Snyder Post 193 and VFW Post 386 will…
Memorial Day – Monday, May 28 – is a day to remember and honor those who served our country. To…
Friends of Lord Stirling Stable present a Mother’s Day Horseback Ride on Sunday, May 13 from 10:30 to 11:30…
If you’re interested in treating your mom to a delicious meal this Mother’s Day, don’t dawdle when it comes to…
The Office in Morristown, Ridgewood, and Summit is celebrating National Beer Day Saturday April 7 with…
Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! So why not get out and celebrate your heritage with fellow revelers? Sure, you…
Jersey City’s beloved biergarten Zeppelin Hall is at it again. While BaconFest…
If you’re looking for an alternative to a packed parade or boozy bar crawl this St.…
If you love a parade, you’re in luck! St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and celebrations abound throughout…
Are you a lucky dog? If you were born in 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, then you were born…
Who needs to travel to New Orleans when Mardi Gras celebrations are taking place all over the Garden State? Whether…
Looking for a sweet way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your littlest loved ones? There are plenty cool events throughout…
If you want to impress your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day, there’s no better way than to reserve a table for…
From Zeppelin Hall: One of the Metropolitan area’s largest biergartens, Zeppelin Hall (88 Liberty View Drive), will host a…
If you haven’t made plans for New Year’s Eve just yet but know you don’t want to trek in to…
It’s almost time to ring in 2018! Sure, it was fun to dance and party all night way back when, but…
It’s the fifth largest cathedral in the United States, a New Jersey Historic Landmark and a National Historic Site. It’s…
Darlene Love and friends will be bringing the holiday spirit to the stage, performing both Christmas classics and Love’s own…
Grow It Green Morristown creates sustainable farms and gardens, and educates communities on healthy eating and environmental stewardship. They believe that…
“We begin our story in the little town of Bedford Falls, New York, U.S. of A…” The beloved Frank Capra…
Lasers, pyrotechnics and “prog-rock” may not be what comes to mind when you think of a Christmas concert. But the…
Question: How many Santas can you cram into Mile Square City? Answer: Head to Ho-Ho-Hoboken SantaCon…
If you’re looking to pack a whole season’s worth of holiday spirit into one day, Downtown…
Summit House, the newest hot spot at the corner of Springfield Avenue and Maple Street in Summit, will be featuring…
Anyone who’s ever taken young children to the mall — especially during the holiday season — knows the experience is…
Chester exudes charm year-round but never more so than during the holiday season. While some gift seekers may be tempted…
From the Mayo Performing Arts Center: Acclaimed vocalist Linda Eder performs music from her…
Millburn’s Common Lot has received rave reviews since opening in summer of 2016. Read more here. Common Lot is…
Recently, we reminded readers that Cape May, NJ is a wonderful Holiday destination. But we failed…
As communities prepare to celebrate the Festival of Lights, it’s time to mark your calendars for the Garden State’s upcoming…
A treasured New Jersey holiday tradition is returning to the State Theatre New Jersey on Saturday, December 9, when singer/songwriter/musician…
For many, the holiday season sparks the decades-old debate: fresh-cut or fake Christmas tree? While nothing beats the charm and…
Vegans and those who thrive on plant-based diets won’t want to the miss the VegFest Holiday Vegan…
If you’re in the mood for a festive day trip or weekend getaway, Cape May exudes holiday charm. Though this South…
Holidays are for rock and pop in Summit, New Jersey! Tickets are now on sale now for Renaissance Church’s much…
From the West Orange Downtown Alliance: As Thanksgiving rolls into the rearview mirror and the weather grows crisp and cold, West…
From the Vanguard Theater Company: “It’s a Family Affair” was a 1971 number-one hit single recorded by Sly & the…
Even the Grinch-iest individuals will head home to hang up a stocking after taking in one of the spectacular house…
