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1. Where are the Christmas attractions? Here's our Guide to Where to Go for Christmas Celebrations in NJ.

2. Enter2Win Holiday Giveaways this season. Join our  12 days of holiday giveaways to our favorite shows and attractions. 

3. Guide to New York Christmas Things to Do and if you are in PA, here's the Guide to Christmas Things to Do In Pennsylvania

4. We found these crafty things to do with kids. Here's a list of Creative Classes for Kids in New Jersey: Inspiring Imagination All Year Long

5. What's free for the holiday season? Wander around these Free Things to do with Kids

6. Don't miss the drive thru!  Here's the 10 Best Drive-Thru Christmas Light Shows in and near NJ

7. Walk around and admire Trees. Here's our Guide to The Festival of Trees

8. Choo-Choo! All Aboard the Polar Express and Santa Trains in the New Jersey Area

9. Love Trains? Plan for the 2025 Annual Model Railroad Holiday Show with 200 Model Train Cars on a 40x40-foot layout tell the story of NJ Railroads in the 1950s. Held at A. Paul Mallery Model Railroad Center from 11am to 6 pm. Nov 28, 29, 30 and Dec 6, 7, 8, 13, 14

10. Want more trains? Here's our Guide to Model Train Shows in the New Jersey Area

11. Buzz over to Billy Beez indoor play parks for your next family outing or Field Trip adventure!

12. Upcoming December holiday performances include: American Repertory Ballet's The Nutcracker Thru - Dec 21, NJ Symphony's Elf In Concert on Dec 6-7, Nimbus Dance's Jersey Nutcracker on Dec 12-13, and A special screening of  National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation with a hilarious live conversation with Chevy Chase on Dec 18.

13. Welcoming  New Horizons Day Camp! Attend one of their upcoming open houses for summer of 2026.  Meet their camp directors, tour the camp and sign up early! 

14. Welcoming Adventures in PA!  4th & 5th graders can explore Pennsylvania's best outdoor experiences with a One Pass from PA Outdoor Adventures. Unlock 100+ adventures across the state. All year roundWe spotted some outdoors things to do this FALL and beyond with your group!

15. Looking for an indoor waterpark? This one is open all year round. Dive into endless fun at Island Waterpark, the world’s largest indoor beachfront waterpark, located at Showboat Resort Atlantic City! You'll find 11 thrilling water slides, lazy river, and a stunning Paradise Island pool club (21+). Get your season passes now!

16. Make something at Morris Museum Spark! Lab open for families Wednesdays through Sundays, a hands-on invention workspace where children and their families can learn about and engage in the history and process of invention. 

17. Here are birthday party ideas.

18. Things to Do for kids in the Special Needs community.

19. Flip through the latest issue of NJ KIDS. Welcoming new programs and camps.

20. Borrow trip ideas from the latest NJ KIDS' Field Trip Guide. Flip through these latest issue and plan a great day trip with the family. Looking for Assembly Programs that Come to You?

21. REGISTER FOR NJ CAMP FAIRS 2026! Starts January 24th and runs through February 28th most weekends.

22. Check out NJ KIDS' After School Activities guide. Find The Best STEM programs for kids. Scan the new NJ KIDS e-book for classes and programs. Try fencing, paddleball, horseback for kids! See our Sports Guide.

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