Top Ten New Jersey Events for January 7 – 9, 2022
It’s the first weekend of 2022! Where has the time gone? Time to bundle up and leave the house to explore what NJ has to offer (or not, you do you). Here are my top ten picks for January 7 – 9, 2022.
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Top Ten New Jersey Events for January 7 – 9, 2022:
Vintner Wonderland at Renault
Now – January 9
Vintner Wonderland is a celebration of a successful harvest at Renault Winery. This winter festival provides the opportunity to gather loved ones, savor the season, and create enduring memories. From ice skating, to culinary and wine, to local artisans and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone this season at Renault.
At Vintner Wonderland, you’ll find…
Ice Skating
Horse-drawn carriage rides
Festive food & beverage
Live entertainment & events
Local vendors
A community food drive
72 Bremen Ave Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Cost: Varies per event
Festival of the Trees
Now – January 9, 2022
Festival of Trees is an annual highlight of the holiday season showcasing a juried collection of trees and mantles displayed throughout the museum’s galleries, upstairs and down. This year’s Festival opens earlier and stays open even longer into 2021!
55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ
Cost: $10, Kids 6 and under are free
Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms
Now– January 9
Join Demarest Farms during the most magical time of year and experience the joy and wonder of the Orchard of Lights. Take your vehicle on a guided tour through 32 acres of brilliant holiday light displays, warm up by the fire pit and enjoy hot cocoa and treats in their retail farm market. Take pictures with Santa, make your own s’mores, listen to Santa’s singing Reindeer, and more.
Schedule :Now until January 9, 2022 from 5:30pm – 9:30pm
Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale, NJ
Cost: $35 per car
Skylands Stadium’s Light Show and Christmas Village
Now – January 9
Visit Your Favorite Stadium for the Holidays and Experience Our Outdoor Christmas Village Full of Cool Attractions Including Drive-Thru Lightfest, Outdoor Skating Rink, Photos With Santa, S’mores Station, Local Artisan Shops, Carnival Rides, and Seasonal Food & Drink
Skylands Stadium, Augusta, NJ
Cost: $29 per car
Let It Glow a Holiday Lantern Spectacular
January 6 – 9
The Friends of the Bergen County Zoo are pleased to announce that a brand new winter event is happening! Let it Glow – A Holiday Lantern Spectacular. This Extraordinary event is located inside the Bergen County Zoo. Let it Glow is a symphony of vivid glowing colors to tease your eyes and dazzle the mind. Come and enjoy an enchanting stroll throughout the zoo. These larger-than-life lanterns are amazing in picture but stunning in person! With over 30 scenes, these hand-made artistic wonders are more breath-taking than the last!
Bergen County Zoo, 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $15, $7.50 child
WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River
January 6 – January 9
WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River Park presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners will open from now until February 21 at Cooper River Park near the corner of Cuthbert Blvd. and Park Avenue in Cherry Hill.
Hours of Operation:
Thursdays: 5 PM – 9 PM
Fridays: 5 PM – 10 PM
Saturdays: 12 PM – 10 PM
Sundays: 12 PM – 9PM
7050 North Park Drive Pennsauken, NJ
Cost: Adults: $7.50, Children 5-12 $5.50, Seniors and Veterans $5.50, Unlimited Skate (Skate rental not included) $125. Skate rentals: $6, Skate Sharpening $6.50
Twilight Adult Tour at Battleship New Jersey
Janaury 7, 6PM – 8PM
Must be 21+! Experience an “adult-oriented” tour during the evening hours! This adult tour, led by a member of their curatorial team, will take guests through rarely seen parts of the ship and will showcase the more mature sailor art created over the years, as well as share some adult stories. Guests will can enjoy a cold beer, glass of wine or a soft drink after the tour on the Main Deck.
62 Battleship Place Camden, NJ
Cost: Tickets are a $30 Donation per adult | $15 for Battleship Members
Saturday Winters Market at Whitesbog Preservation Trust
January 8, 10AM – 2PM
You never know what you might find at their Saturday Markets! Walking stick and magic wand vendor? Handmade crochet hats, scarves, embroidered aprons? Body lotions, candles, herb mixes and smudging supplies? Handwoven baskets and instruments? Books from local authors? Live Jug Band Music? Beeswax candles and local honey? Cranberry jam and salsa tastings? Guided walks with historians, naturalists and botanists? Volunteer Days with projects for all to join in? Living History interpreters in cottages and museums? AND Historic General Store shopping!
120 W Whites Bogs Rd #34 Browns Mills, NJ
Cost: Free
Warren’s Winter Festival, Bonfire & Fireworks Event
Janaury 8, 4PM – 7PM
Come out and enjoy the 13th Annual Winter Festival, Bonfire and Fireworks on January 8, 2022. All age groups can enjoy this event due to various activities such as horse and carriage rides, petting zoo, carnival rides, ice carver. Carnival games provided by the Recognized Sport Groups, hot chocolate and much more! The event will take place at the Municipal Baseball Fields located at 46 Mountain Blvd, Warren, NJ from 4:00-7:00pm with the lighting of the bonfire at 4:20pm and fireworks at 7:00pm.
46 Mountain Blvd, Warren, NJ
Cost: Free
Movie Nite in the Vines *Weather Permitting
January 8, 5PM – 7PM
Join Auburn Road – OUTSIDE – for great classic movies on their jumbo vineyard screen while a spontaneous score is performed for you – LIVE! Bundle up and stay warm by the fire pits or sit inside in the Enoteca and watch through the windows. Don’t miss this unique Live Movie Score Experience! Every Saturday night from 5 to 7 pm all winter long!
117 Sharptown Road Pilesgrove, NJ
Cost: Free. For reservations visit www.auburnroadvineyards.com
