Looking for family-friendly Holiday Events? This is just a handful of the so many great experiences waiting for you here at The Jersey Shore!
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Upcoming Holiday Events
- Holiday Craft & Vendor Show: Over 160 vendors will showcase handmade items and other goods at Allaire Village, Inc. on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
- Miracle on 34th Street: Catch a theatrical performance of this holiday classic at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
- Holiday Sip & Shop: Enjoy a festive evening of local shopping, mingling, and seasonal treats at Coastal Decor and Interior Design in Monmouth Beach on Thursday, November 20, 2025.
- Elf – In Concert: The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra will perform the score from the movie Elf live at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
- Magic of Lights: Experience a festive light display at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, running daily from Thursday, November 27, 2025.
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Outdoor Activities and History
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Explore the park’s trails, visit the historic 19th-century village (Allaire Village, Inc.), and watch the “Day of Thanks! A 19th Century Thanksgiving Celebration!” on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
- Fall Birding at Sandy Hook: Join a birdwatching field trip organized by the Monmouth County Audubon Society on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
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Visit the site of one of the largest battles of the American Revolutionary War and explore miles of hiking and horseback riding trails.
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Take a tour and enjoy the lavender fields. The farm also hosts events in its barn.