Ocean County Tourism

REEVESTOWN CEMETERY HISTORY WALK
2025-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Cedar Bridge Tavern Historic Site, 200 Old Half-Way Rd., Barnegat, NJ, 08005, United States
Children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a 2-mile walk with some uneven and wet spots.
Ages 9 years – Adult
$8.00 – adult
$6.00 – child
Registration is required for this event. For program availability, please call: 1-877-627-2757

Mini Wooden Ornament Painting Workshop
2025-12-12 13:00 - 15:30 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
December 12, 2025
1:00 – 3:30 PM
Join us for creativity and cheer!
In this hands-on mini workshop, we’ll transform rustic wooden slices into whimsical holiday keepsakes – think candy cane bones, glittery Santa hats, and snow kissed sparkle.
Perfect for gifting, decorating , or simply savoring the season.
All supplies provided
No experience necessary – just bring your festive spirit!
https://www.ocartistsguild.org/event/mini-wooden-ornament-painting-workshop/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111

Lighting Up Nature
2025-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Jakes Branch County Park, 1100 Double Trouble Rd, Beachwood, NJ, 08722, United States
Lighting

Sandy the Snowman Painting
2025-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | TRAC Toms River Artist Community, 40 Main St., Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
Bring the beach to the holidays with Sandy the snowman.
Add cool beachy touches like palm trees, a tiki hut, or even the Barnegat lighthouse.
If you’d like a pre-drawn canvas, select that option, it’s just $5.00 extra.
All ages are welcome!
Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and drinks.
Let’s get creative and celebrate the season together!
Sign up at https://www.trac732.org/classes-and-events.

A Country Christmas
2025-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Main Street Alliance Church, 1000 N Main Street, Manahawkin, 08050, United States

Holiday Light Spectacular
2025-12-12 18:00 - 21:30 | Corliss Park, 182 Wells Mill Road, Waretown, NJ, 08758, United States

Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
2025-12-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Gifted on Washington, 16 Washington St, Toms River, 08753, United States
A cozy night of gingerbread house decorating is calling – come create some holiday magic with us!
Friday 12/12, 6:30–8:00PM, $55 per person
Here’s what’s included:
A pre-assembled, medium-sized homemade gingerbread house ready for you to decorate
Step-by-step decorating tips & tricks taught by Coastal Confections NJ (perfect for beginners!)
A full spread of festive accents and candy décor—gumdrops, icing, sprinkles & more
A to-go box to safely bring home your holiday masterpiece
Complimentary seasonal sips + light bites to enjoy while you decorate
Space is limited—tickets must be purchased in advance!
https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLMT6PTZ7XVKJ/checkout/7ED7LAMFWAD5F6ZLSJBLVXCF?fbclid=IwY2xjawOUdDtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJY1FpVFBTeU5OSnVrQU5xc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrXYlkrYL_Pd9G55DAsklaG03lfXtdcRPiAuOfYaaEqGONjjfjArgDMSvLFe_aem_-guLZhlzJs3X9Vtr4_VaPQ
giftedonwashington@gmail.com
908-936-1693

Carols and Classics
2025-12-12 19:00 | Waretown United Methodist Church, 27 Bryant Rd, Waretown, 08758, United States
The Island singers invite you to our upcoming winter holiday concert, “Carols and Classics”.
Cozy up with us to the warmth of familiar and enduring songs such as “White Christmas”, “The Little Drummer Boy”, and “Do You Hear What I Hear?”
Be awed and inspired by timeless masterpieces including “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” and selections from Handel’s “Messiah.
This heartwarming event promises to be a celebration of music that will uplift your spirit and bring joy to your heart.
Free admission. Donations greatly appreciated.
www.islandsingersnj.com

Broadway for the Holidays 5
2025-12-12 19:30 | Jay and Linda Grunin Center for The Arts, College Drive, Toms River, NJ, 08754, United States
Black Box Theater
(Building 11B)
Adults $26, Seniors $24
General Admission Seating
It’s another year of the rousing review that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year: Broadway for the Holidays 5!
Returning by popular demand, this festive extravaganza brings the magic of Broadway to the holiday season like never before.
Join OCC students and community members for a journey through the beloved songs and timeless classics that capture the spirit of the holidays.
From heartwarming ballads to toe-tapping showstoppers, Broadway for the Holidays 5 promises an unforgettable musical experience for the whole family.
Performances
Friday, December 12, 2025 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 13, 2025 2:00 PM
Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 14, 2025 2:00 PM

Friday, December 19, 2025 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 2:00 PM
Saturday, December 20, 2025 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 21, 2025 2:00 PM

Under the direction of Performing Arts Program Chair Paul Chalakani, the mission of the OCC/REP is to create opportunities for college and community participation in various rich and diverse theatrical experiences. The Company seeks to engage, entertain, inspire, and educate to enhance the cultural life of Ocean County College and the surrounding communities. The OCC/REP provides OCC students, faculty, staff, and residents of neighboring communities the opportunity to attend and/or participate in quality performances of theatrical works – musicals and plays, classical and modern, traditional and experimental, through a well-balanced theatrical season. Additionally, the OCC/REP provides an environment for students of our performing arts program to apply what they are learning in a collaborative and encouraging format. The OCC/REP celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate and mirror the human experience.

https://www.grunincenter.org/event/broadway-for-the-holidays-5/2025-12-12/
www.grunincenter@ocean.edu
732-255-0500

11th Annual Cookie Wars
2025-12-13 | Bay Village, 830 N Bay Ave, Beach Haven, NJ, 08008, United States

Ugliest Sweater 5K and I Mile Fun Run
2025-12-13 08:00 | Stafford Township Municipal Complex, 260 East Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ, United States
Proceeds benefit St. Mary Academy
Rain or shine
For more details & to register visit: 2025 Ugly Sweater Run

Breakfast with Santa
2025-12-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Manahawkin Elks Lodge #2340, 520 Hilliard Blvd., Manahawkin, NJ, 08050, United States

Brunch with Santa
2025-12-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
For more information & to make reservations visit: 2025 Brunch With Santa – Toms River Elks #1875

Gelli Plate Workshop
2025-12-13 09:00 - 16:30 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Members: $45.00
Non-members: $50.00
$5.00 supply fee payable to instructor the day of class.
https://www.ocartistsguild.org/event/gelli-plate-workshop-10-11/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111

Christmas Cookie Sale
2025-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Havens Homestead Musuem, 521 Herbertsville Road, Brick, NJ, 08723, United States
The Brick Township Historical Society members will be making homemade cookies and packing them in attractive, decorated boxes for their Fourth Annual Christmas season sale.
A one-pound box is $10.
Please call 732-785-2500 by December 4 to place an order.
They can be picked up at the Havens Homestead Museum.
https://bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com

When picking up an order please pull up the back door of the museum.
There is a circular driveway around the museum.

Winter Solstice Celebration
2025-12-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Boulevard, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States

Cookie Walk & Vendor Stroll
2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Christ Episcopal Church, 415 Washington St., Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
Email ChristChurch@ChristChurchTomsRiver.org on Sept 15 if you are interested in registering as a Vendor.Do not respond or provide payment to any person on Facebook.

Holiday Craft & Vendor Event
2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Point Pleasant Fire Department Station 75, 1 Memorial Drive, Point Pleasant, NJ, 08742, United States

Jingle Jam 2025
2025-12-13 11:00 - 14:00 | School of Rock Brick, 485 Brick Blvd, Brick, 08723, United States
Music, community, and local support will come together at Jingle Jam on Saturday, December 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Brick,
as School of Rock students and community partners celebrate the holiday season with a free, family-friendly event.
Jingle Jam will feature live demo performances from our talented student musicians along with craft activities, giveaways, and booths hosted by local youth-enrichment organization partners. Designed to bring neighbors together and showcase local talent, the event invites guests to join an instant rock band—no experience needed—and take photos with Santa.
Admission is FREE and all ages are welcome!
https://www.schoolofrock.com/locations/brick/events/jingle-jam-2025-december-13-2025

Holiday Wonderland & Christmas Market
2025-12-13 11:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Park, 49 West Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050, United States

SantaCon 2025
2025-12-13 11:00 - 21:00 | Hooks Bar & Grill, 1320 Boulevard, Seaside Heights, NJ, 08751, United States
More information can be found at: www.santaconshnj.com

Free Dog Photos with Santa + Husky Puppy Adoption Event
2025-12-13 12:00 - 16:00 | BREW Grounds Cafe, 954 Lakewood Road, Toms River, 08753, United States
The event is a Free Dog Photos with Santa + Husky Puppy Adoption Event, hosted in partnership with Bright Harbor Healthcare, Brew Grounds Café, and Husky House Rescue.
The goal is to give families a fun holiday experience while also helping local rescue dogs find homes and supporting mental health in the community.
Event Details:
📍 Brew Grounds Cafe – 954 Lakewood Rd (Rt-166), Toms River, NJ
🗓 Saturday, December 13
⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎄 Free photos with Santa for dogs
🐾 Meet adoptable huskies from Husky House
🤝 Hosted by Bright Harbor Healthcare & Brew Grounds Cafe
Full event info is available here:
https://santadogpics.com

Seas & Greetings
2025-12-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, 08742, United States
The holidays are brighter by day! This season, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk invites you to celebrate the magic of the season with our new daytime holiday event- Seas & Greetings!
Now from 12-5pm, enjoy all of your favorite holiday activities with a seaside twist on December 13th, 20th, 27th & 28th!
The celebration features Jenkinson’s Fun House, transformed into a holiday lights spectacular filled with twinkling décor, festive surprises,
Photos with Santa (12/13 & 12/20), and visits from the Holiday Princesses (12/27 & 12/28).
Guests can also glide across the ice by the shore during special holiday ice skating sessions, and enjoy the Bubble Snow Show, Holiday Magic Show, Fishmas Tales at the Aquarium, holiday characters, face painting, and sweet treats from Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop!
Stay tuned for the full Seas & Greetings entertainment lineup, coming soon!
https://jenkinsons.com/event/seas-greetings/2025-12-13/
information@jenkinsons.com
7328920600

Ballet for Young Audiences: The Nutcracker
2025-12-13 13:00 | Jay and Linda Grunin Center for The Arts, College Drive, Toms River, NJ, 08754, United States
Main Stage (Building 11A) Adults $19, Children $16
December 13 @ 1:00 pm and 4:00 PM EST
Join Ballet for Young Audiences as they present another year of this Grunin Center holiday tradition.
This child-friendly production of The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, the favorite godchild of Herr Drosselmeyer, a mysterious clockmaker who helps to transport Clara and her Nutcracker Prince to a special realm.
This condensed version of the ballet is narrated to help young ballet enthusiasts enjoy the performance.
Please note that it is the Grunin Center Policy for all Family Shows that all attendees, regardless of age, require a ticket.
This performance is sponsored by RWJBarnabas Health Community Medical Center.
https://www.grunincenter.org/event/the-nutcracker-2/2025-12-13/1/
www.grunincenter@ocean.edu
732-255-0500

Damn The Torpedoes
2025-12-13 15:30 | Lizzie Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ, United States
A tribute to Tom Petty and Heartbreakers

Albert Music Hall: Singing with Santa Show
2025-12-13 17:00 | Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Road, Waretown, NJ, 08758, United States
Join us on Saturday, December 13th, for our Pinelands-style Singing with Santa Show featuring a very special guest – Santa Claus himself!
Kids are invited to join Santa and his band on stage for a few songs. After his set, Santa will be in the foyer to greet children, take photos, and give each child a gift.
It’s a fun musical holiday experience for the whole family! After Santa’s band there are four more great music sets, so settle in for an evening of music and holiday cheer.
​​Doors open at 5:00pm, Santa’s band starts at 6:00pm. The lineup is as follows:
– Santa’s Band (Redbird & Friends), and the arrival of Santa!
– Libby Prison Minstrels
– James Dalton
– Scott Ivory
– Billy T Midnight
Admission is just $6 for adults and $1 for children under 12.
The venue is CASH ONLY.
Our pickin’ shed and porch are available for pickin’ from when the doors open so bring an instrument and join the jam!
Hot food specials: Meatballs, Kielbasa & Kraut. Vegan “Chik’n” patty on request.
Amish cakes and donuts will be available! Add a hot or cold beverage and one of our delicious desserts and that’s dinner for $10 or under!
Our Gift Shop is stocked with a variety of Albert Hall, music, and Pinelands themed gifts.
We’ve been adding to our selection of local music and history books.
We also have unique items from a variety of local crafters and vendors. There will be a 50/50 drawing.
Come be part of this festive Pinelands tradition and celebrate the season with us!
https://www.alberthall.org/special-events
info@alberthall.org

The Wags 5th Christmas Spectacular
2025-12-13 19:00 | The Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave., Lakewood, NJ, 08701, United States
The Wag’s 5th Annual Christmas Spectacular at The Strand Theater!
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned holiday special, and The Wag’s Christmas Spectacular is just that!
Steeped in the traditions of holiday TV shows of the past, The Wag brings back the memories of these specials while putting their own unique stamp on them.
Their show has all of the holiday songs that you know and love, plus dance numbers, costume changes, and comedy sketches, along with some fun surprises – including a few original Christmas/Holiday songs!
The Wag’s sense of humor and their homemade props and costumes are worth the price of admission alone.
The show also features a running theme of “Christmas Around the World”. There will be holiday songs and sketches from Ireland, Germany, Spain, & more!
The Wag’s Christmas Spectacular is sure to please the entire family.
Discounted tickets available for ages 18 and under and 65 and over!

Holiday Sip & Shop
2025-12-14 09:00 - 11:00 | A Shore Thing Event Space, 864 Rt 37 W, Toms River, 08755, United States
Pop up Christmas Shop!
Fun shopping experience with different vendors.
There’s something for everyone!
Goats Milk Soaps, Body Scrubs, Sweet Treats, Purses, Jewelry, Stocking stuffers, Skin Care, Pampered Chef & more!
Mimosas & Morsels 9-11 am
Including a Photo Op Wall

Lucky Leo's Holiday Party
2025-12-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Lucky Leo’s Amusements, 315 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJ, United States

Winter Frenzy Vendor Fair
2025-12-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Bayville Elks Lodge #2394, 247 Route 9, Bayville, NJ, 08721, United States
🔴📣You’re invited to the Bayville Elks festive Winter Vendor Fair! ❄️
It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts while supporting our local community. 🛍️
🎁 This event helps support our Special Children and Antlers Youth group. 🧚‍♂️🧚🧚‍♀️
We’re excited to welcome back some of your favorite vendors 🥰 and introduce you to several talented new faces. 🤩
Don’t forget to check our event page for special profiles on our vendors! 🌟⭐️
See you at the fair! ‼️ https://www.facebook.com/share/1au4Wfo2YM/
