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As always, I'll be adding to this list throughout the season so be sure to bookmark, check back regularly for updates, and follow along on Insta @mackidsummitsoma Facebook too!
As of publication, all of these events and hours are current and correct.
Be sure to check with the venue or host for any delays or reschedules due to inclement weather.
| Ongoing throughout the season |
Some of these are a little less "local" than I usually provide but any listed here that aren't within our immediate territory are ones that I'd consider day trips worth a drive! 🥳
- Santa's Mailbox at Cranford Post Office, Nov 29 - Dec 18
- The Winter Walk in Millburn Taylor Park, Nov 24 - Jan 24
- Camuso Family Holiday Display in Livingston, Opens Dec 7
- Saving Santa game at Escapology Garwood - a fun Christmas puzzle game for the whole family!
- Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green, Fri/Sat/Sun in December
- Polar Express Train Ride in Whippany
- Polar Express Train Ride in Phillipsburg
- The Marketspace at Westfield, first three weekends of December
- Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show, Dec 7-8 and Dec 14-15
- Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights Spectacular, Fri/Sat/Sun Nov 22-Dec 1, Every night Dec 6-31; closed Dec 24 + 25, 5-9pm
- Dickens Village in Maplewood
- Skylands Christmas Light Show + Village in Augusta, Nov 15 - Dec 30
- PNC Bank Arts Center Magic of Lights Show in Holmdel, Nov 22 - Jan 4
| One-time events |
*Featured events listed first, additional events listed below by date.*
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| December 7 | Reeves-Reed Arboretum, Summit | Cookies + Cocoa with Santa Drop by Reeves-Reed Arboretum on Saturday morning, December 7 for Cookies & Cocoa and have your picture taken with Santa in the Arboretum's beautifully decorated, historic Wisner House. Holiday portraits will be taken by local photographer Lisa Berkery. Portraits are $15 per pose ($25 for Non-Members). Pre-registrations will not be taken. |
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| December 7 | Twin Maples, Summit | Summit Junior Fortnightly Club Photos with Santa Guests can enjoy family activities and avoid waiting in line with a purchase of a ticket online. Upon arrival at Twin Maples, visit the table located at the entrance to pick up a time-stamped pass within the time slot you have purchased. Return to see Santa at the time marked on the Pass to share Christmas wishes and take a photo. |
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| December 8 | Purple Aardvark, Chatham | Kid's Shopping Day Your kids can shop with our help and pick out great gifts for everyone on their list. This is a favorite day for everyone. The kids can make cards and we will wrap all the presents. What more could you ask for? |
| Nov 21
- Light Up Chatham
| Nov 22
- Holiday Light Spectacular at Turtle Back Zoo opens for the season! (see link for future date details!)
| Nov 23
- A Magical Cirque Christmas at MPAC
| Nov 29
- Santa's Arrival and the lighting of the Cranford Christmas Tree
- Madison Christmas parade and tree lighting
- New Providence Holiday Festival (+ Fireworks at 7:30pm!)
| Nov 30
- Winter Walk holiday lighting Kickoff and Park Parade in Millburn Taylor Park
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Christmas Tree Truck Handprint Plate Making Workshop at Summit Color Me Mine
- Make Christmas ornaments at AR Workshop in Westfield
- Christmas Tree Truck Handprint Plate Workshop at Color Me Mine Summit
- Disney Junior Holiday fun at Livingston Mall
| Dec 1
- Santa's arrival and lighting at the Morristown Green
- Westfield Winter Wonderland + tree lighting
- Gingerbread Bird House Workshop at Cora Hartshorn Arboretum
- Mooseltoe at MPAC
| Dec 3
- Eat, sip, + decorate holiday cookies at Sorriso Kitchen (for adults!)
| Dec 4
- Holiday Pop-Up Boutique and party at The Co-Co
| Dec 5
- Create Your Fragrance at Scooch a Mi Boutique in Chatham (for adults!)
| Dec 6
- Frozen Jr. at Summit Playhouse
- Holly Walk (historical Christmas displays around Morris County)
| Dec 7
- Summit Junior Fortnightly Club Photos with Santa
- Cookies + Cocoa with Santa
- Santa's Holiday Party and the Summit tree lighting
- Opening night for Camuso Family Christmas Display, Livingston
- Holly Walk (historical Christmas displays around Morris County)
- Breakfast with Santa at Garlic Rose Bistro
- Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk (Summit)
- Summit Holiday House Tour
- Marketspace at Westfield
- Mistletoes Footprint Plate Making Workshop at Color Me Mine Summit
- Celebrate in Summit: music, hot chocolate, horse + carriage rides, and free babysitting!
- Santa Arrival and tree lighting at Maplewood Dickens Village
- Berkeley Heights Winter Walk 2019
- Woodstove Holiday Pie Class
- Frozen Jr. at Summit Playhouse
- A Very Special (Holiday) Special at Dreamcatcher Rep, Summit
- Madeline's Christmas at Studio Players, Montclair
- Cookies + Cocoa with Santa at Essex County Environmental Center
| Dec 8
- Kid's Shopping Day at Purple Aardvark Chatham
- Celebrate the Season at Warinanco Sports Center (ice skating with Santa and his elves! *MUST PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE ONLINE*)
- Marketspace at Westfield (free Santa photos this day!)
- Holly Walk (historical Christmas displays around Morris County)
- Paint with Santa at Color Me Mine Summit
- Angelina Ballerina at SOPAC
*Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to this event HERE
- Frozen Jr. at Summit Playhouse
- Madeline's Christmas at Studio Players, Montclair
| Dec 9
- Holiday Slime Workshop at Genius Gems
| Dec 10
- Camuso Family Holiday Display Night for children with disabilities, Livingston
| Dec 11
- Kids Can Cook! Holiday Treats at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
| Dec 13
- Frozen Jr. at Summit Playhouse
| Dec 14
- Santa Delivers Fundraiser (Santa delivers toys on a fire truck in New Providence! Sign up early!)
- Marketspace at Westfield
- Camuso Family Holiday Display Fire/First Aid Night (Clydesdale rides for kids + Santa visit!)
- Gingerbread House Workshop at Liberty Hall Museum
- Gingerbread House Workshop at Museum of Early Trades and Crafts, Madison (registration is required and closes 12/6!)
- Christmas activities at Maplewood Dickens Village
- Carriages + Carolers in Summit
- The Grinch Kids' Night Out at Color Me Mine Summit
- Frozen Jr. at Summit Playhouse
- The Nutcracker at NJPAC, Newark
*Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to this event HERE
| Dec 15
- Brunch with Santa at The Stirling Hotel (no reservation required!)
- Paint me a Story: Polar Express at Color Me Mine Summit
- Maplewood Concert Band's annual winter performance (free!)
- Gingerbread House Contest
- Frozen Jr. at Summit Playhouse
| Dec 17
- Holiday Cookie Swap at Millburn Library
| Dec 20
- Winter Solstice Celebration at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
- Drop + Shop Parents' Survival Night at The Little Gym Summit
| Dec 21
- Marketspace at Westfield (free Santa photos this day!)
- Houses open at Dickens Village Maplewood
- Carriages + Carolers in Summit
- Cookie Castles at the Summit library! (registration required, two time slots!)
- Holiday Hoopla at Madison YMCA
- Santa Claus is coming to town at Camuso Family Holiday Display, Livingston
| Dec 22
- Handmade Holiday at The Woodland (artisan pop-up shop in Maplewood)
- Miracle on Elm Street in Summit: Ice skating and Santa pictures!
| Dec 23
- Musical Storytime: Christmas Edition at Livingston Library
| Dec 28
- Holiday Dreams: A Spectacular Holiday Cirque at NJPAC, Newark Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to this show HERE
- Pajama Party Parents' Survival Night at The Little Gym, Summit
Know of any fun holiday events you don't see listed here? Drop me a line at juliel@macaronikid.com to let me know!
Know of any cancellations/reschedules/relocations/missing or incorrect information for any events listed? Tell me at juliel@macaronikid.com!
**As of publication, this list is correct and complete, however events may be cancelled or rescheduled for any reason. Check with the venue or host for any cancellations!**
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