25 Free New Jersey Events for November 2021

Brace yourself, Winter is coming! But so is the holiday season and lots of great late Fall events. Is your favorite four-letter word FREE? Of course, it is! Good thing there’s plenty of free, fun entertainment going on in NJ all month long in November. Be sure to put these free events on your calendar.

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SOMA Family Stroll & Roll
November 6, 10AM – 1PM
FreeWalkers invites young families to take part in this fun event, accessible to all. The route is a two-mile round trip, fully paved path (Crest Drive) from the dog park to the gazebo where families can enjoy a snack and the kids can play outdoors and then walk back to the car. The path is perfect for strollers and bicycles, and the view is spectacular from Washington Rock.
South Mountain Reservation Essex County Dog Park, Maplewood, NJ

19th Annual KEF Holiday Craft Show
November 6, 11AM – 3PM
The Kingsway Education Foundation (KEF) will host its 19th annual holiday craft show at Kingsway High School. This is a free event. Over 125 registered vendors will be showcasing their hand-made only crafted creations.
Kingsway Regional High School, 213 Kings Highway, Woolwich Township, NJ

Arts Council of Princeton and Princeton Shopping Centers’ Annual Day of the Dead Celebration
November 6, 3PM – 5PM
The Arts Council of Princeton and the Princeton Shopping Center present Princeton’s annual Day of the Dead celebration! Celebrate Mexico’s El Día de los Muertos with strolling mariachis, sugar skull decorating, face painting, and folk arts and crafts. Learn about the traditions of this rich cultural holiday at this free, family-friendly afternoon event. Day of the Dead is observed throughout the world at this time of year (in connection with Halloween and All Souls’ Day), where family and friends gather to remember and honor those who have died. Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars using sugar skulls, marigolds and favorite foods of the deceased, and then visiting graves with these as gifts.
Princeton Shopping Center, Princeton, NJ

Pitman Food Truck Fest
November 6, 4PM – 9PM
Support Pitman at this annual event! This event will be bigger and better than last year so make sure your family doesn’t miss out.
Uptown Pitman, NJ

Maple Sugaring: A New NJ Experience
November 7, 10AM – 1PM
A fun and educational day focusing on the potential for maple sugaring in the South Jersey region by examining the particular challenges of working with the local maple species and climate. You’ll discuss and showcase Stockton University’s USDA-sponsored research that explores the production of maple syrup on Stockton’s main campus and in the surrounding region.
Stockton University SugarBush, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ

Hub City Food Truck Festival
November 7, 12PM – 6PM
The Department of Human and Community Services would like to invite you to New Brunswick’s first annual Hub City Food Truck Festival. The day will include festivities from a live mural painting to outdoor games and interactive inflatables! All activities are suitable for children and adults.
Boyd Park, New Brunswick, NJ

November 1777 – The American Revolution in Burlington County
November 9, 10AM
In November 1777, Burlington County once again became embroiled in The American Revolution. The British occupied Philadelphia and Burlington County was open country for both armies. Hear which famous generals kept their headquarters here and learn about the mysterious Hermit of Mount Holly. Masks are required. This program will also take place virtually on Zoom on November 17 at 7 PM. Registration is required.
307 High Street Mount Holly, NJ

Family Game Night at Haddon Square
November 12, 7PM – 10PM
Family Game Night at The Square #5 is right around the corner. There is something for everyone to play – easy board games, word games, even a vibrant game of Pictionary. For those who enjoy more active games, there’s Badminton & Cornhole set up. Each week is a little different, but a sample of the games we’ve played include: Ticket to Ride, Exploding Kittens, Taco vs Burrito, Bananagrams, card games, and more including classics like Sorry, Life and Clue. Want to play something else? Please bring your own game – they will have the players! The lights will be on and the toilets open. So bring some food and drinks (of any kind) and join your neighbors for some fun!
51 Haddon Ave Haddon Township, NJ

Kid’s Craft + Flea Holiday Market
November 13, 10AM – 2PM
Rancocas Woods Events is welcoming it’s 2nd Annual Kid’s Craft & Flea Holiday Market! Young entrepreneurs in grades K-12 are encouraged to apply to show their talents. Shop the Kids Only Craft & Flea Market and support young entrepreneurs in their community while preparing for the holidays! Giving shoppers the chance to find a few treasures, while allowing kids with an interest in business, the opportunity to make a little money! This event is open to the public for shopping and free to attend. There will be all kinds of hidden handmade treasures to discover!
118 Creek Road Mount Laurel, NJ

Crafts and Drafts at Jersey Girl Brewing
November 13, 2PM – 7PM
Marketspace returns to Jersey Girl Brewing for Crafts and Drafts on November 13. This pop-up handmade market features 16 local artisans inside of the brewery warehouse.
426 Sand Shore Rd, Hackettstown, NJ

Second Saturday in Collingswood
November 13, 5PM – 9PM
Enjoy live music and art all over Collingswood! Second Saturday was started by a collection of store owners that had an interest in promoting the arts in Collingswood. Each month from March to December visitors can plan a night on the town to experience the unique arts, music, shopping and dining Collingswood is known for. As always, Second Saturdays are free and there are local artists and musicians on each block. Just arrive & enjoy the culture.
Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ

Pics & Pipes – A Silent Film Event
November 13, 7PM
Watch an old silent film while the music is played live on the church organ by Wayne Zimmerman. Movie: Steamboat Bill Jr, a masterpiece of 1920’s comedy, full of Buster Keaton’s hilarious zany stunts and riotous situations!
41 W. Main Street Alloway, NJ

North Jersey Luxury Bridal Show at Montclair State University
November 14, 1PM – 4PM
The Big Event! Bridal Show at Montclair State University – Meet Nearly 50 Wedding Professionals. Win A Honeymoon.* Wedding Planning
Montclair State University University Hall, 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair, NJ

Food Truck Nights on Main Street!
November 18, 5PM – 9PM
A fun night of food trucks and craft beer! Since November is the season of giving thanks, the event is running a food drive this month for local families in need.
S Main St, Medford, NJ

Holiday Lights Festival at Charlottetown Medical Center
November 20
The Holiday Lights Festival is a heartwarming time when Hackettstown Medical Center remembers its local roots and a firm commitment to being a community hospital. As they light their beautiful campus to celebrate the start of the holiday season, you can express your support by donating a string of lights, a lighted tree, or a holiday wreath in memory or honor of loved ones. All donations will be listed in the program distributed on the night of the event. In addition to the ceremonial lighting, attendees may enjoy live entertainment, children’s crafts, fireworks, and a special appearance by Santa.
Hackettstown Medical Center Campus, 651 Willow Grove Street, Hackettstown, NJ

Cape May Holiday Tree-Lighting Ceremony
November 20, 5PM – 8:30PM
Santa and his elves have decked out the Physick Estate with thousands of lights and holiday trimmings. Enjoy a free performance of holiday classics by the Atlantic Brass Band as we join Santa in lighting the tree! Dawn’s Delights 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. Donations can be dropped in front of the outdoor stage.
1048 Washington St., Cape May, NJ

MainStreetPops Artisan Market
November 21, 11AM – 4PM
This Outdoor Artisan Market provides a public venue in Hoboken for high-quality artisans and makers to to sell their handmade goods as well as for local residents to enjoy their neighborhood, shop, and engage with each other.
Under 14th Street Viaduct, 1401 Adams St, Hoboken, NJ

Smithville Holiday Light Show
November 25 – 28, 5:30PM – 8:30PM
Watch in wonderment as over 100 Christmas trees magically float on their very own Lake Meone and light up to the music around you. It is an orchestrated show of lights and music played out across the lake. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 5:30 – 8:30 pm. Historic Smithville offers 60 Shoppes, 7 eateries, carousel rides, train rides, on-site lodging at the Colonial Inn, and over 26 free weekend events!
615 East Moss Mill Road Galloway, NJ

Christmas in Downtown
November 26, 2PM – 5PM
“Our Miracle on Asbury Avenue” 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Join the merchants & Chamber in kicking off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas.
Downtown Ocean City, NJ

Princeton’s Annual Tree Lighting
November 26, 5PM
Come kick-off the holiday season with on the Green at Palmer Square and watch as they light all 32,000 lights atop their 65-foot-tall Norwegian Spruce! Take a walk about town and catch the nightly musical performances and an appearance by the one, the jolly, Santa!
Palmer Square, Princeton, NJ

4th Friday in Uptown Pitman
November 27, 6PM – 9PM
Come stroll along Broadway & enjoy live music, awesome vendors, classic cars, great shops, old-fashioned games, good restaurants, beer, wine, and lots of fun!
Uptown Pitman, 101 W. Jersey Ave., Pitman, NJ

Collingswood Holiday Parade
November 27, 10AM
Named Best Main Street Experience by South Jersey Magazine, the parade features lively seasonal entertainment, including marching bands, dancers, holiday characters, giants on stilts, floats, mummers, sports mascots and live music. The parade will begin at Zane Avenue at 10 am and continue to West Linden Avenue, through the heart of historic Collingswood.
Haddon Avenue, Downtown Collingswood NJ

The Holiday Parade on Spring Street
November 27, 10AM
The Newton Holiday parade has been being held for over 50 years and has participants from all over Sussex county. The parade begins promptly at 10:00 AM. The theme for this year’s parade will be children’s “Dreams & Fantasies”. Participants can use their pure imagination to bring your floats/groups to life. Awards will be given for the floats and/or group who best depict their imagination
71 Spring St, Newton, NJ

Annual Swedesboro Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
November 27, Parade at 1PM. Lighting at 6PM
Kings Highway will be alive with Christmas cheer as Swedesboro celebrates the start of the holiday season with its annual Christmas Parade at 1pm. The parade will take place on Kings Highway at Walter Hill School and will continue all the way through downtown where it will end at Church Street. The Parade will be concluded with an appearance by Santa. Immediately following the parade, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting with children in the Woolwich Fire House until 4pm. The day’s events will wrap up at 6pm, with a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and caroling at Borough Hall.
Swedesboro Borough Hall, 1500 Kings Highway, Swedesboro, NJ

Holiday Dickens Fest
November 27 & 28
Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company will bring the Spirit of Christmas back to Historic Smithville, when they return to present their two-day outdoor “Dickens Fest” featuring an original, musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol”, Charles Dickens’ heartwarming, classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge.
615 East Moss Mill Road Galloway, NJ