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Emlen Physick Estate Holiday Kickoff + Lighting
Saturday, November 23 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
1048 Washington St, Cape May
Enjoy a performance from the John Walter Cape Community band at 5:30, and stick around for the tree lighting at 7. Mallory’s Eats will be serving hot chocolate and baked goods for purchase. Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Cape May Community Food Closet
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Upper Township Tree Lighting
Monday, November 25 at 6 p.m.
Municipal Hall, 2100 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg
Meet Santa, hear live Christmas tunes, and more.
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Avalon – Festive Friday
Friday, November 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. – lighting at 5
There is a full schedule of holiday-themed activities, games, face painting, balloon art, crafts, and more. All sponsored by the 7 Mile Business Community Association. Don’t forget the ever-popular character appearances inspired by famous movies such as Frozen, Toy Story, Descendants. Santa and Mayor McCorristin will arrive at 5pm for a special tree-lighting ceremony to light up the town!
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Ocean City Christmas in the Downtown
Friday, November 29 from 2 to 5 p.m.
901 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City
Join the merchants & Chamber in kicking off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas with caroling, tree lighting near the end, and more.
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Zoo Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 30 from 2 to 6 p.m. – lighting at 5 p.m.
Cape May County Zoo
The celebration will include live holiday music by the John Walter Cape Community Band, bounce house castle & slide, character appearances, ice sculpture demonstration, free treats for all and a visit by the jolly man himself in the red suit. Also don’t miss the performance of “Elves Gone Wild.” Vendors with collectibles and crafts for sale including unique items from the Cape May County Associations of Zoo Keepers will be available from 2 to 6 p.m.
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Wildwood Crest
Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 5:30 p.m.
Sunset Lake, Wildwood Crest
Come to the annual tree lighting on the bay for free food, drinks, a visit from Santa, live music, and festive cheer with your neighbors.
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Congress Hall Tree Lighting
Friday, December 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. – lighting at 8 p.m.
200 Congress Pl, Cape May
Head to Congress Hall’s Grand Lawn as they usher in the spirit of the holidays with a tree lighting ceremony, one of the biggest trees in South Jersey. Enjoy live music from the Festival Choir as you wait in anticipation. Then, count down together and throw the switch, illuminating the gorgeous tree.
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Cape May Rotary Park Tree Lighting
Friday, December 6 at 7 p.m.
Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette Street
Join us for a night of old-fashioned family fun including caroling, tree lighting, and a visit from Santa.
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West Cape May Christmas Tree Ceremony
Friday, December 6 at 6 p.m.
155-111 Myrtle Ave, West Cape May
The Borough’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place the Friday before the community-wide Christmas Parade.
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North Wildwood Tree Lighting
Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5 p.m.
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse, 1st & Central Avenues, North Wildwood
Christmas tree lighting event includes holiday music by Margaret Mace School Choir, refreshments, self-guided tour of the lighthouse, and Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus! Free admission!
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Wildwood Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Saturday, Dec. 14 from 9 to 4:30 p.m. – lighting at 4:30 p.m.
Wildwoods Convention Center
Enjoy a family-friendly event at the Wildwoods Convention Center from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. featuring FREE admission to holiday-themed crafters and movies, photos with Santa, choir performances, children’s craft making table, a magician, face painting, dance performances, Story Time with Mrs. Claus and much more! At 4:30 pm there will be a tree lighting ceremony. For more information call 609.729.9000 or visit WildwoodHoliday.com for a detailed schedule of events.
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Wildwood – Byrne Plaza Tree Ceremony
Friday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m.
Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave, Wildwood
Byrne Plaza, Downtown Wildwood. Approximately 8:00 p.m. For more information call 609.729.5501 or visit WildwoodHoliday.com