Events to Check Out this Weekend: November 27 – 29, 2015

Here is a list of New Jersey Events going on Thanksgiving Weekend! Please keep in mind that Saturday, November 28th is Small Business Saturday so please support local New Jersey businesses.

Rahway’s Winter Wonderland – Nov 27

The theme for this year’s event is The Wizard in Wonderland and will feature characters from the ever-popular Wizard of Oz. Join us for a family-oriented fun night of entertainment which will include outdoor ice skating, music, inflatables, pictures with Santa, carriage rides, food, drink and many other activities at locations throughout the City.

Date: Friday, November 27th, 2015; 4pm to 8pm
Address: Downtown Rahway, Rahway, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
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Haddon Height’s Holiday Parade – Nov 27

Arriving in a flurry of lights and music provided by area fire departments and our High School Band, Santa will travel from 10th Avenue along Station Avenue to the White Horse Pike. Join Santa and the band on their walk, returning to the Borough Hall for photos and a chance to tell Santa your Christmas Wishes.

Date: Friday, November 27th, 2015; 6pm
Address: 625 Station Ave, Haddon Heights, New Jersey
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Sea Isle City’s Holiday Extravaganza – Nov 27 & 28

Friday night Sea Isle Chamber kicks off their Holiday Extravaganza weekend with a parade from local fire companies that brings Santa to the town where he will light the tree. They have a Ice Skating rink from 4:40 – 9:30 pm with a Christmas show. Saturday is Small Business day, which they encourage everyone to Shop Locally. The skating rink is opened 10 am – 3 pm.

Dates: November 27th & 28th, 2015
Address: Excursion Park; 40th St. & Pleasure Ave., Sea Isle City, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
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GSWGA’s Holiday Wine Trail Weekend – Nov 27 – 29

The holiday season begins in New Jersey wine country during the annual Holiday Wine Trail weekend! Statewide, ’tis the season for new wines, sales and discounts, tasting room entertainment and more during the three days following Thanksgiving.

Dates: November 27th – 29th, 2015
Address: At Participating Wineries and Vineyards
Cost: Depend on Winery or Vineyard
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Dickens’ Days in Clinton – Nov 27 – 29

Dickens’ Days is an annual event that transforms Clinton into a Victorian Village. Visitors can expect to interact with Scrooge, Charles Dickens, and Father Christmas as they stroll through downtown Clinton entertaining shoppers. The town will be decorated for the holidays, with toy soldiers on the famous Clinton Bridge, holiday greens, and twinkling lights. Horse drawn carriage rides, in full Victorian costume, offer a glimpse into the past. Musical performances of all genres will be performed by local artists and music groups throughout the weekend. See Facebook for a detailed schedule

Dates: November 27th – 29th, 2015
Address: Downtown Clinton, Clinton, NJ
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Balic Winery’s Holiday Gala Event – Nov 27, 28, 29

Live Music, Wine Tastings, Food, Vineyard Tours and More!

Dates: November 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, 2015; Noon to 5pm
Address: 6623 Route 40, Mays Landing, NJ
Cost: Free
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Somerville Holiday Jubilee – Nov 28

It’s a magical time of the year and that is especially true in Downtown Somerville! There’s festive music in the air, a warm glow from shop windows, and the delicious aroma of the area’s best cuisine coming from the restaurants that our Downtown is known for. All this truly makes us the center of holiday activities in Central New Jersey! Catch the holiday spirit with activities all season long! With special happenings for shoppers, gourmands, music lovers and more, the heart of the Somerset County is the perfect place to celebrate the season. Join us for the annual tree lighting, pictures and carriage rides with Santa, ice carvers, carolers, and the Holiday Lights Parade! Don’t forget our quaint boutiques and world –renowned restaurants!

Date: Saturday, November 28th, 2015; 5:30pm
Address: Division St, Somerville
Cost: Free
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Mullica Hill Lights on Main – Nov 28

“Lights on Main” is sponsored by Harrison Recreation Commission and is an award winning venue two years in a row within the County of Gloucester. Holiday festival event that is family & pet friendly.Includes free horse and buggy rides; specialty food vendors, antique specialty stores combined with free holiday movies on the bridge. A vist from Mr. & Mrs. Claus is a regular treat for all including the picture opportunities. Free crafts venues for children to participate in and many more specials along the Historic Mile in Mullica Hill. Live entertainment from 6 – 10 pm. Great event… Must experience the event in person.

Date: Saturday, November 28th, 2015; 6pm to 10pm
Address: 47 South Main Street, Mullica Hill, NJ
Cost: Free
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Flounder Brewing Co Two year Anniversary Tap Takeover! – Nov 28

Join the Flounder Brewing crew at Big Heads as we celebrate our two year anniversary with a tap takeover! 10+ Beers on tap: Hill Street Honey, Saison du Flounder, Hoppy Saison, Floundering Pumpkin, Pumpkin Saison, Murky Brown, Murky Brown randalled thorugh espresso beans, Genevieve’s IPA, Azacca IPA, Hoppy Amber, and our first ECY Lab Series – ECY Lab Series #1 “Shut D Funk Up” American Wild Ale. First 48 drinks ordered get to keep the pint glass! Live music, great food, great give aways! Join us as we celebrate the past 2 years and the big future yet to come! ***A portion of sales from this event will be donated to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in memory of our friend Rich Palmay***

Date: Saturday, November 28th, 2015; 7pm
Address: Big Heads of Hillsborough; 315 US Highway 206, Ste 502, Hillsborough, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
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Asbury Park Bazaar Holiday Market – Nov 28 & 29

The Asbury Park Bazaar and The Market at Fifth Avenue have partnered to bring you the most spectacular holiday market in New Jersey! Shop local and small with dozens of vendors and enjoy live music, holiday performances, photos with SANTA, a giant tree, fake SNOW, kids crafts Sundays, and special events every weekend!

Dates: November 28th – 29th, 2015; 12pm to 5pm
Address: Asbury Park Convention Hall; 1300 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, New Jersey
Cost: Free to Attend
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24th Annual Santa Claus Special – Nov 29

It’s the time of year when Santa Claus invites one and all to celebrate the coming Christmas Season with Family and Friends by riding the rails onboard the Whippany Railway Museum’s SANTA CLAUS SPECIAL excursion trains.

The 10-mile, 45-minute round trip excursion from Whippany to Roseland and return allows passengers time to enjoy the Festivities of the Season and the merriment on the train. All of our past trips over the last 20 years have been complete sell-outs, and seeing the excited faces of the children as they climb aboard the Christmas Holiday-decorated trains, ensures an afternoon for Family Fun.

During each excursion, Santa makes his way through the train and visits with the children onboard. The train crew follows along, giving the kids a special gift from Santa. Be sure to bring your camera and take pictures of the kids with Santa, so they can always remember their day onboard the train!

Date: Sunday, November 29th, 2015 (Other dates available)
Address: Whippany Railway Museum; 1 Railroad Plaza, Whippany, NJ
Cost: $17 – $9. Order online