During a typical year, many people look forward to the holiday season — and with what COVID-19 threw at us in 2020, most people are ready to get back to a more “normal” season for 2021.
The Jersey Shore might not be your first destination during the winter holidays, but many towns dotting the coastline have some special events worth checking out, despite the cold.
Here are some of the events — holiday-related or just something fun — happening this weekend along the Jersey Shore.
Note: Please check with the venue to confirm what COVID-19 protocols are in place.
A Very Merry Pop Up in Asbury Park
Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 19, noon to 5 p.m. at Grand Arcade of Convention Hall, Asbury Park
Shop from 12 local vendors, which vary from day to day, as well as retail tenants Betty’s Icebox, Wanderlust, Carla Gizzi, Funhouse, Drift, Sanctum Handmade and Asbury Park Roastery.
Visitors look at the cardboard Christmas tree in the center of the Grand Arcade of Convention Hall in Asbury Park on Dec. 1, 2021.Noah K. Murray | For NJ Advance Media
Sunday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tim McLoone’s Supper Club, 1200 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park
Enjoy brunch with Santa, and don’t forget your camera! $39.95 per adult, $14.95 per child. Call 732-774-1155 for reservations.
Sundays through Dec. 19, noon to 5 p.m. at Asbury Hotel, 210 5th Ave, Asbury Park
The Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar, hosted by Asbury Park Bazaar and Asbury Hotel, features local and regional artists, vendors and shops selling their goods inside The Asbury’s indoor hall and outside in heated tents on the terrace. Also onsite are food, drinks, entertainment and craft workshops. Entertainment and vendors vary each Sunday.
“Oceana,” a group art exhibition inspired by the sea
Exhibit on view through Dec. 23. Gallery open Mondays noon to 5 p.m., Thursdays noon to 6 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays noon to 9 p.m., and Sundays noon to 6 p.m. at Parlor Gallery, 717 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park
This exhibition features artists that have created works which celebrate “all things ocean.” This collection ranges from the plein air paintings created in the area by local artist Michael Longo to large-scaled paintings of coastal and natural objects from Renee Levin. Other exhibiting artists include Suzanne Anan, David Bray, Kirsten Cosgrove, Jack de Poortere, Jill Ricci, Scott Szegeski, and Adam Wallacavage, among others.
Saturday, Dec. 4, and Saturday, Dec. 18, noon to 4 p.m. at 133 South Tennessee Ave., Atlantic City
Take a stroll down the sidewalks at and around Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall and do a little shopping from local artists and vendors. Get there before the vendors open for brunch, served until noon, or grab some good eats after, with the lunch/dinner menu available at 11:30 a.m. Also nearby and participating in the event are Bar32 Chocolate, Cuzzie’s Pizzeria Kitchen, and Rhythm and Spirits.
Saturday, Dec. 4, and Sunday, Dec. 5, noon to 5 p.m. at Noyes Arts Garage at Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Avenue, Atlantic City
Shop from a selection of local and regional artists, vendors and shops selling vintage, handmade, art, jewelry, home goods, and more. Find food and libations from Cape May Brewery and Rhythm and Spirits in the Arts Garage cafe, and listen to a live performance by piano player Denis Brousse. Take photos with Santa as well as family and friends in an immersive photo station decorated for the holidays.
Sunday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Showboat Atlantic City, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
These Drag Divas invite you to be their guest as they take a trip to the Magic Queendom as Mickey’s favorite princesses and villains. This “all-ages” Drag Queen brunch includes the show, your choice of entree and a complimentary mimosa or Bloody Mary. Tickets begin at $50.
Ebenezer, a Musical Christmas Carol
2 p.m. performances on Dec. 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 15, 16, 18 and 19; 7:30 p.m. performances on Dec. 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 at Surflight Theatre, 201 Engleside Ave., Beach Haven
This family-friendly version of Charles Dickens’ classic holiday ghost story is brought to life with “music and dancing and a little bit of magic.”
Surflight Theatre in Beach Haven on Long Beach Island, N.J., has holiday shows planned with COVID-19 safety measures in place.Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Local Artists Holiday Bazaar at NJ Audubon’s Nature Center
Saturday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Nature Center of Cape May, 1600 Delaware Ave, Cape May
An outdoor pop-up tent sale featuring the original, hand-crafted works of 15 local Cape May artists, as well as book readings by Cape May authors every hour. Featured artists include photographer Tina Giaimo, fiber artist Sara Duling, jewelry maker Hali MacLaren, and watercolorist John Safrit, among others. Free admission and parking.
West Cape May Christmas Parade
Saturday, Dec. 4, 5 p.m.
The parade begins at the West Cape May Volunteer Firehouse and marches South on Broadway, winds East on Perry, and onto Carpenter Lane in the City of Cape May. Rain date is Sunday, Dec. 5.
Saturday, Dec. 4, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday Dec. 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Avenue Cape May
Unique holiday crafts, handmade by each vendor, are on sale.
The Mason Cottage Bed and Breakfast, located at 623 Columbia Ave. in Cape May, decorated for the holidays, Friday, Dec. 4, 2015.Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Christmas Candlelight House Tours
Saturdays through Dec. 18, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Various properties in Cape May
Cape May’s Christmas Candlelight House Tours, presented by Cape May MAC, have been an annual tradition for nearly 50 years. The self-guided tour allows you to step inside decorated historic homes, inns, bed and breakfasts, churches and hotels. Each Saturday features different properties and advance purchase is recommended. Tickets begin at $30.
Trolley tour: All That Glitters! Victorians ring in a new century!
Daytime tours on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesdays through Dec. 22
Travel back to 1899 as preparations for a very important New Year’s Day celebration are made. Tickets from $15.
Daytime tours on Dec. 4, 5, 18 and 19
Mrs. Claus tells stories and sings holiday songs on this trolley ride through town, and Santa himself makes an appearance at the gazebo on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate. Tour begins and ends at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., with free parking available. Tickets from $15.
Evening tours Sunday through Friday nights until Dec. 31, except Dec. 24 and 25
Listen to Christmas music as you take a tour through the historic streets of Cape May and take in the lights of the Victorian homes, inns, and bed and breakfasts decorated for the holidays. Trolley tours are open-air and blankets are recommended. Tour begins and ends at the trolley stop on Ocean Street. Tickets from $15.
Tour guide Christy Mobile stands in the decorated formal parlor of the Emlen Physick Estate in Cape May, Monday Nov. 29, 2021.Tim Hawk | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Emlen Physick Estate house tours
Various tours and dates at Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May
Choose from the Physick Family Christmas House Tour, A Dr. Physick Christmas tour, or the Evening Yuletide House Tour.
Now through Jan. 1, 2022 at Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May
Take a free walk around the decorated grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May’s only Victorian House Museum.
“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit
Now through Dec. 31, beginning at 10 a.m. Closed Christmas Day. Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May
The Carroll Gallery in the Carriage House of the Emlen Physick Estate is transformed into a holiday wonderland with an extensive Dept. 56 Dickens Village collection, as well as old family photos and trains and more, on display. Free admission.
Congress Hall, in Cape May, is illuminated in holiday lights, Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019.Tim Hawk | NJ Advance Media for
Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 19, plus Christmas Eve morning, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Congress Hall, 200 Congress Place, Cape May
Enjoy a buffet menu as you visit and take photos with Santa in the Grand Ballroom. Adults $28, children (ages 4-12) $16, children 3 and younger are free. For reservations, call 609-884-8421.
Winter Igloos at Congress Hall
Thursdays through Sundays until Dec. 26 at Congress Hall, 200 Congress Place, Cape May
Enjoy dinner or dessert inside a snow-white igloo on the Grand Lawn of Congress Hall. Each igloo can accommodate up to eight guests. Dinner seatings begin at 5 p.m., with a prix fixe menu; adults are $45, children $25, plus a one-time rental fee of $75. Dessert-only seatings begin at 9 p.m., with a prix fixe menu; adults are $25, children $25, plus a one-time rental fee of $75. For reservations, call 609-884-8421.
Adopt A Sailor: The Holiday Edition
Wednesday, Dec. 8, through Thursday, Dec. 30 (with certain holiday exceptions), 7 p.m. performances Tuesdays through Saturdays, plus 2 p.m. performances on Saturdays and Sundays | Robert Shackleton Playhouse, 405 Lafayette Street, Cape May
Patricia and Richard, a successful and artistic couple from New York City, accidentally “adopt a sailor” from Turkeyscratch, Arkansas, during Christmas Time in New York City, and the young man changes their lives forever. Tickets from $35.
2021 UGLY Christmas Sweater Show
Fridays through Dec. 10, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 11, 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. at The Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave., Lavallette
This all-ages appropriate show — at old-fashioned ice cream shoppe — is designed to entertain the entire family. And when you order an ice cream sundae, the show is free! After orders are taken, the wait staff invites members of the audience to participate in fun spoofs. Once the sundaes are delivered, the short 15- to 20-minute cabaret show begins. Reservations recommended but walk-ins accepted if tables are available. For reservations, call 732-854-2779.
Long Branch Holiday Bazaar 2021
Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 19, noon to 5 p.m. at The Whitechapel Projects, 2nd Avenue, Long Branch
This holiday market is inspired by the traditional “Weihnachtsmarkts” held in Germany, and will feature goods from local and regional artists, vendors, as well as music, holiday photo stations, craft workshops and holiday decor. Vendors vary each day, so there’s always something new to see during the duration of the event.
Whitechapel Projects (WCP) is an arts, food and cultural venue featuring a sustainable restaurant and bar inspired by local ingredients, products and community collaboration, a craft nano-brewery, an 8,000-square-foot outdoor beer garden, an enclosed outdoor courtyard, and a multi-purpose, 2,100-square-foot indoor space. The event is free, for all ages, rain or shine, and pet-friendly.
Fridays through Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays through Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sundays through Dec. 12 at 3 p.m. at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees Dr., Manasquan
Elf the Musical is based on the popular holiday movie, following Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. Starring Eddie Itte as Buddy, JQ Hennessy as Jovie, Brendan Flanagan as Santa, Joe Minella as Walter and Elena Asfendis as Michael. Tickets from $25.
Saturday, Dec. 4, and Sunday Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City
Model trains will be on display and for sale at the annual Train Show. Admission is free. For more information, call 609-399-6111.
Model Train Show in Ocean City, N.J.Provided
Cape Shore Chorale Holiday Concert
Sunday, Dec. 5, 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 2998 Bay Ave., Ocean City
Cape Shore Chorale, under the direction of Scott J. Breiner, will present a concert and sing-along of holiday favorites. The nearly 50-member chorus will be accompanied by pianist Gae Finch and instrumentalist Andrew Ehrhardt. Light refreshments will be served after the concert. Free, but donations are welcomed.
Weekends through Dec. 19, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Mark Soifer Park, Ninth Street and Asbury Avenue, Ocean City
For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ.
The ferris wheel at Gillian's Wonderland Pier in Ocean City, N.J., is lit up with holiday-themed light display, Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020.Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Photos With Santa in an OCBP Lifeguard Boat
Weekends through Dec. 19, noon to 3 p.m. at Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City
For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ.
Weekends through Dec. 19, noon to 3 p.m. Boarding at Sixth Street and Asbury Avenue
The ever-popular horse and carriage rides are back for another holiday season. Those wishing to take a ride may have to queue up well in advance of 3 p.m. For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ.
Ocean Grove Holiday Festival and Christmas in Ocean Grove
Saturday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Main Avenue, Bishop Janes Tabernacle and Auditorium Square Park
Artisans, crafters and live music line Main Avenue from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. At 3 p.m., The World Milal Missionary Choir Concert performs at Bishop Janes Tabernacle, watch a Live Nativity at 5 p.m. in the Great Auditorium and at 6 p.m., there’s a tree lighting ceremony and carols in Auditorium Square Park. Santa arrives shortly thereafter at 6:15 p.m., and the day’s events come to a close with a Christmas Celebration Concert at the Bishop Janes Tabernacle.
Sunday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Seaside Park Elementary School, 313 SW Central Ave., Seaside Park
Handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing and more will be on sale at this year’s holiday craft market.
Sunday, Dec. 5, 5 p.m. at Police Station, 1 Municipal Plaza, Seaside Park
Join in on the festivities as music and holiday fun surrounds the annual tree lighting ceremony.
Saturday, Dec. 4, 1 p.m.
Watch the parade in person along Long Beach Boulevard from 5th to 26th streets. The performance area is located at 19th Street. If you’d like to watch the parade live at home, tune in to Comcast channel 21 or visit snntv21.com to stream the parade on any computer or mobile device.
Shopping at Historic Smithville
Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., until Thursday, Dec. 23. Friday, Dec. 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
With more than 50 specialty shops and eateries onsite, you’re bound to find something for just about everyone on your list!
Saturday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
A night of discounts, refreshments, live entertainment and raffles to celebrate their loyal customers.
Light Show on the Lake at the Towne of Historic Smithville and the Village Greene in Galloway Township, N.J., Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016. Lori M. Nichols | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., until Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022
The Light Show on the Lake features approximately 120 Christmas trees — made of more than 50,000 lights — “floating” on Lake Meone in the center of Historic Smithville. As soon as it gets dark, an orchestrated show of lights and music is played out across the lake as the lights reflect off the water’s surface.
Saturdays through Dec. 18, noon to 7 p.m., and Sundays through Dec. 19, noon to 6 p.m. | Next to the Smithville Train Station
The Magic Talking Christmas Tree is an oversized Christmas tree brought in from Santa’s forest which awakens to talk with visitors about holiday wishes (for free!).
Open during village hours
Take a nearly 7-minute train ride along the outskirts of Smithville for $3 per person, which runs weather-permitting throughout the month of December. Call 609-748-8999 to verify it’s operating.
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting
For a small fee, purchase a s’mores packet and make some gooey treats around the fire pits on the Greene, or just gather to get warm and watch the fun.
2 p.m. performances on Dec. 4, 11, 12, 18 and 19; 7:30 p.m. performances on Dec. 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18. at Spring Lake Theatre, 300 Madison Ave., Spring Lake
The Spring Lake Theatre Company presents its 39th production of Scrooge, based on “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, starring Everly Coleman as the Ghost of Christmas Past, Douglas Moore as the Ghost of Christmas Present, Michael Caggiano as the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, Pat Murphy and Steve Bartlow sharing the role of Jacob Marley, Ava Viola as Tiny Tim, and Derek Hulse as Scrooge. Tickets begin at $25.
Spring Lake Theatre Company in Spring Lake will perform its annual production of "Scrooge."Michael Mancuso | NJ Advance Media
Saturday, Dec. 4, and Sunday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Five 0 Six Surf Boutique, 506 N Long Beach Blvd, Surf City
A pop-up marketplace is being hosted at Five 0 Six Surf Boutique, with different local vendors on hand each day.
Now through Sunday, Dec. 12, noon to 8 p.m. at Tuckerton Seaport, 120 West Main St., Tuckerton
This holiday-themed event features a pop-up gift shop, the Soap Bus, Christmas wreaths, reindeer games, make-and-take crafts, holiday photo ops and displays, and an outdoor reindeer scavenger hunt. Also, Tuckerton Seaport is offering holiday-themed boat rides during the event. The 50-minute, open-air, scenic boat ride is led by a Seaport Captain, and offers information on the coastal culture of the Barnegat Bay and Pinelands. Boat tour plus lighthouse admission, $15 per person; lighthouse-only admission $5 (children 5 and younger are free).
2021 Ventnor City Twilight Holiday Parade
Saturday, Dec. 4, 5 p.m.
The parade will travel down Ventnor Avenue, starting at Troy Avenue and ending at Oakland Avenue. After-parade activities at Ventnor Pocket Park include pony rides, face painting, and Santa. Rain date is Sunday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m.
Greater Wildwood Jaycees Downtown Wildwood Christmas in the Plaza
Saturday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Byrne Plaza, Downtown Wildwood
Free carnival rides for the young and young-at-heart, as well as vendors, live music by the John Walter Band, and story time with Mrs. Claus. For more information, call 609-729-5501.
The Wildwood High School Marching Warriors play for the crowd during the Vineland Christmas Parade, Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021.Al Amrhein | For NJ Advance Media
Elks Window Decorating Contest
Now through Thursday, Dec. 23 | Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood
Walk — or bike! — by the Wildwoods Convention Center to see the festive and creative holiday designs painted on the window by local Wildwoods students.
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