2025 Holiday Lights & Christmas Activities in New Jersey

It’s finally that time of the year to spread some holiday cheer! Start the holidays off right by spending time with loved ones while looking at beautiful holiday lights. Take a Christmas trolley ride, go on a holiday drive-thru light show, or sit on Santa’s lap. Make this holiday season one to remember. Check NJ Kids Calendar for more events.

Christmas Fantasy With Lights At Storybook Land

Through December 31, 2025. Experience the holiday magic at Storybook Land with over one million lights. Classic childhood tales come to life. Look for Santa and his friends. Rides & attractions are perfect for little kids. Buy tickets online. 6415 E Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 609.646.0103.

Holiday Lights At The Bronx Zoo

Through January 4, 2026. A celebration of wildlife holiday lights at the Bronx Zoo, featuring animal themed lantern trails, animated lights shows, holiday decor, animated sculptures, holiday train, performers, and more!  Enjoy a magical night with the wonder of LED technology. Must reserve tickets in advance. Note: Sensory Friendly Nights Dec 4th. 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY, 718.220.5100.

Holiday Lights at The Turtle Back Zoo

Now through January 3, 2026, 5PM-9PM. FREE admission. Take a winter stroll through Essex County's Turtle Back Zoo this holiday season. Walk and see sparkling lights with over 50 winter and animal characters. Please donate non-perishable food, unwrapped new toys, and winter coats. 560 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ.

Let It Glow A Holiday Lantern Spectacular at Bergen County Zoo

Through January 11, 2026. Walk through the Bergen County Zoo to see over 30 scenes of animal themed lantern displays. Enjoy a train ride! Arts & crafts on weekends. Tickets online. 216 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ.

Christmas Festival At The Morristown Green

November 29 - December 21, 2025. Free fun family entertainment at the Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green, enjoy holiday crafts, ride a miniature Electric Train around the Green, and meet Santa (for a fee). FREE Hands-on kids activities, children can make holiday projects. Listen to Christmas music and local choirs. At night, see the park on the Green lit with hundreds of colorful lights. North Park Place, Downtown Morristown, NJ.

Winter Wonderland at Van Saun Park

November 28, 2025 - January 4, 2026. Bergen County is transformed into a winter wonderland. Bring the whole family out for some fun. Train rides, holiday scenery, food concession, ice skating, ice bumper cars and more! Van Saun County Park, 216 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ.

Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show & Village

November 22 - December 30, 2025. Fun one mile Drive-Thru light show experience for the whole family. Skylands Stadium is transformed into a dazzling array of 2 million lights this Christmas. Enjoy an Outdoor Christmas Village and Winter Wonderland. Buy tickets online. 94 Champion Place, Augusta NJ.

Diggerland Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show

Through December 2025, select dates. Get in to the holiday spirit. Drive through Diggerland’s construction theme & water park to see lights, holiday displays, and tunnels. Listen to holiday music in your car. Tickets available online. 100 Pinedge Drive, West Berlin, NJ.

Festival Of Trees At Morven Museum & Garden

Now through January 11, 2026. Open to the public during museum hours. Enjoy the 2025 Festival of Trees. Enjoy beautifully decorated holiday displays, Christmas trees, mantels, and porches. 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ.

Seas & Greetings Point Pleasant

Daytime on select dates December 13, 20, 27, 28, 2025. Experience a winter wonderland at the Jenkinson's Boardwalk. The Aquarium and Pavilion is turned into a Holiday Lights Spectacular called the Seas & Greetings. Take a photo with Santa, Fishmas Tales, holiday characters, face painting, ice skating, magic show, and more! Tickets available online. 300 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ.

Winter Wonder Lights Spectacular

November 21 - December 28, 2025. A 1/2 mile Drive-Thru journey. Celebrate Winter Wonder Lights at the Middlesex County Fair Grounds. This spectacular show is filled with over 2 million Christmas lights. Listen to your favorite holiday music. Fun for all ages. Tickets available online. 655 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ.

Holiday Lights Trolly Ride In Cape May

Through December 2025. Cape May is turned into a village of twinkling lights. Take a trolley ride through the Historic District to see beautifully decorated inns and homes as guides talk about Victorian Christmas traditions. Santa’s Trolley Rides and various house tours also available. Buy tickets online. Washington Street Mall, Cape May, NJ.

Magic of Lights at the PNC Bank Arts Center

Through January 3, 2026. Drive your vehicle through 1-2 miles of themed holiday lights and digital animations. You’ll be treated to favorite holiday scenes and characters using the latest LED technology. This winter wonderland comes alive with Christmas trees, The North Pole, elves, Santa and more! Purchase your tickets in advance. 116 Garden State Pkwy, Holmdel, NJ.

Holiday Light Show on the Lake In Historic Smithville

November - December 2025. FREE holiday light show, featuring over 120 Christmas Trees and 50,000 decorated lights floating magically on Lake Meone. Orchestrated show of lights and music played across the lake. 615 E. Moss Mill Rd, Smithville, NJ.

Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms

November 22, 2025 - December 30, 2025. Drive your vehicle on a guided tour through 32 acres of holiday light displays. Enjoy hot cocoa, market treats, photo-ops with Santa, and listen to Santa’s singing Reindeer. Must buy tickets online. 244 Wierimus Rd, Hillsdale, NJ.

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