From Morristown Partnership: The place to celebrate the holidays from Thanksgiving up until Christmas; this month-long family event kicks off on the Sunday after Thanksgiving with Santa’s rooftop arrival and welcome ceremony.  Family activities and entertainment on the historic Morristown Green, add to the dazzling “Lighting of the Green” ceremony with brilliant lights and wreaths adorning streetlights town-wide – a 100+ year tradition! Each weekend throughout December thousands of attendees from all over Northern New Jersey visit and enjoy Santa visits and photos, holiday crafts, miniature train rides around the Green, gingerbread house & ornament making, music by local choirs and entertainers, ice sculpting demonstrations and free treats! More information.

From the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey: The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) concludes its 57th season with Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Neil Bartlett and directed by longtime company member Brian B. Crowe. Tickets for A Christmas Carol begin at just $39 for preview performances and $59 for regular performances. The Theatre is proud to continue its 30 UNDER 30 program which provides patrons age 30 and under with tickets for only $30 with a valid ID. More information.

From Morris County Park Commission: A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. The craft show is weekends only. More information.

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 Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr.: Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites the public to take a Holiday Candlelight Tour of Essex County Kip’s Castle to view the stained glass Tiffany windows and learn the history of this hidden gem. Admission is $10 and includes coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. Registration is required and can be done online here. Space is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. Visitors should meet at the front door of the Castle building for the beginning of the tour. Please note that not all areas of the tour are handicapped accessible. More information.

From Mayo Performing Arts Center: Our annual seasonal favorite enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, live orchestra, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic. When the curtain rises, audiences in Morristown can expect the eye-popping special effects, brilliant dancing, glorious costumes, and the magic and pantomime that has inspired critics to call it “A spectacle that never seems to age…magic that should go on and on,” and “One of the best…as good as it gets.” More information.

From Kale’s Nursery & Landscape Service, Inc.: Stop by Kale’s Christmas Shop and visit Santa. Bringing your own camera is a necessity, you don’t want to miss out on the great photo opportunities. More information.

From Marketspace Vendor Events: Happy Holidays! The Marketspace at Westfield will be open during the first *THREE* full consecutive weekends in December. This downtown storefront will feature a revolving selection of local, handmade wares. FREE TO ATTEND! More information.

From Red Bank: Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season throughout Red Bank’s Business District with a FREE classic horse and wagon ride from 1 to 5 p.m. every Saturday from Nov. 30 to Dec. 21. Proudly sponsored by Pauline Poyner, of Heritage House Sotheby’s International Realty and Two River Community Bank. More information.

From Summit Downtown: Take a break from your downtown shopping to enjoy holiday music and free horse and carriage rides from 1-4pm Saturdays December 7, 14, and 21. The boarding location will be Lyric Park, located at the corner of Bank Street and Beechwood Road.  Use 17 Beechwood Road for GPS. 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.

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!