Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall
Through Jan 1
Congress Hall
Congress Hall is delighted to announce its twelfth annual Winter Wonderland—our beloved holiday spectacular that celebrates this special time of year in Cape May. Join us for old favorites like Breakfast with Santa, Congress Hall Express rides, and Santa’s Workshop activities.
Horse & Carriage Rides
Saturdays and Sunday through Dec. 18 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Music Pier
Come to Ocean City for a horse-drawn carriage ride every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3 p.m.! The rides will continue every weekend until Christmas
Photos with Santa
Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 18 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Music Pier
Santa Claus himself returns to the Music Pier in Ocean City to spread holiday cheer and to – of course – take Christmas photos with families, kids, and the young at heart.
Holiday Lighting Contest
Registration ends Dec. 8
Preregistration required: Nov. 29 to Dec. 8. Register by call 609-263-6163 or at seaislerec.recdesk.com
Judging starts at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 8 – Sea Isle City homes and businesses are invited to participate in this holiday competition. Prizes go to first, second and third place winners.
Hospitality Night
Friday, Dec. 9 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Washington Street Mall
Enjoy carolers, our beautiful holiday décor, and a visit from Olde Saint Nick as participating merchants offer discounts and specials along with free lite bites and drinks.
Holly Beach Park Winter Wonderland
Dec. 9 – Dec. 17
123 E. Andrews Ave, Wildwood
Enjoy Wildwood’s very own Winter Wonderland at Holly Beach Park. The light show will run every half hour from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 9-10 and 16-17. Bring the family and enjoy the light show with complimentary hot chocolate, popcorn, and a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus. Light show and decorations will be on display nightly from 6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. until January 13th.
Lower Township Christmas Parade
Saturday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m.
Parade begins at Breakwater and Bayshore and will continue south on Bayshore ending at Rosehill Pkwy.
Sign up your group, business, or family. Scan the QR Code on the Lower Township website or email for the online application link and join the parade.
Holiday Concert and Reception
Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m.
Cape May Convention Hall
This free holiday reception will once again feature America’s Sweethearts, this time with their live band. The New York City-based trio of classy ladies will perform a concert filled with your favorite holiday tunes. With songs like “Sisters”, “Christmas Land” and “Let It Snow”, you’ll be snuggling up to your sweetie in no time! Light refreshments will be served at the concert.
Convention Center Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, Dec. 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wildwoods Convention Center
The festivities begin with the Holiday Bazaar featuring family fun, entertainment, pictures with Santa, movies, and crafters. The fun begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends with a tree lighting at 4:30 p.m. at the Wildwoods Convention Center.
Wildwoods Boardwalk Christmas 5k
Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m.
Event starts at 10 a.m. – rain or shine – limited to the first 150 participants who are asked to register on-line. Participants are encouraged to dress in festive holiday outfits. The race route will take place on the Wildwoods Boardwalk and will be available closer to the event date. Registration is $30 per person or $20 if you donate a new, unwrapped toy for local children in need of holiday cheer. 609.849.8887 or lynchtoydrive.com/pinch
Willy Wonka Jr.
Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10 and 11
Ocean City Music Pier
Featuring OCTC students in 3rd through 8th Grades. Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars.
Show times: Dec. 10 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. / Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Music Pier. For tickets visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
Nick Fedoroff Community Christmas Celebration
Sunday, Dec. 11 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Cape May Convention Hall
The City of Cape May and Cape May Police Department will be hosting the Nick Fedoroff Community Christmas Celebration on Sunday, December 11 from 12 to 3 p.m. at Cape May Convention Hall!
Come join us for an afternoon of FREE family Holiday fun including bounce houses, photo booths, face painting, games and of course Santa!
Brunch with Santa
Sunday, Dec. 11 at 11 a.m.
VFW Post 1963, 301 JFK Blvd
Come have an early lunch with Santa himself at the local VFW! Registration begins on November 28 by calling the recreation office at 609-263-0050.
Holidays at Mud Hen Brewing Co
Sunday, Dec. 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
127 W Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood
Mud Hen will have many vendors from the area to fill all your shopping needs! Once you are all shopped out, come grab some delicious food and a pint of our many craft beers.