Ocean County Tourism

OCC Concert Band: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
2025-12-06 19:00 (America/New_York) | Jay and Linda Grunin Center for The Arts, College Drive, Toms River, NJ, 08754, United States
Main Stage (Building 11A) Adults $28, Seniors $24, Children $14
OCC Concert Band
Come along for an unforgettable evening of music, cheer, and holiday spirit as the OCC Concert Band presents The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.
This festive concert brings together a dazzling collection of your favorite seasonal tunes performed by the talented members of the OCC Concert Band.
From classic carols to contemporary arrangements, plus a visit from Santa, the concert will fill the air with warmth, joy, and celebration.

https://www.grunincenter.org/event/occ-concert-band-winter/
www.grunincenter@ocean.edu
732-255-0500

Martell's Annual Holiday Toy Drive
2025-12-06 19:00 | Martell’s Tiki Bar, 312 Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, 08742, United States
Live entertainment by The Cliffs!Complimentary Buffet | 21+
In lieu of a cover charge, please bring an unwrapped toy for entry.
Annual Holiday Toy Drive with The Cliffs @ Tiki Bar! | Facebook

A Doo Wop Christmas with the Doo Wop Project
2025-12-06 20:00 | The Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave., Lakewood, NJ, 08701, United States
A DOO WOP CHRISTMAS WITH THE DOO WOP PROJECT A Christmas show not to miss.
As seen a PBS THE DOO WOP PROJECT will enlighten you with a evening of Christmas songs plus all the hits they sing that your use to hearing.
There will be Xmas carolers in our gallery along with Mr. and Mrs. Claus for pictures, Candy canes and Xmas cake and of course our ugly sweater contest so get ready
For a fun evening with THE DOO WOP PROJECT!

4th Annual Holiday Craft & Music Fair
2025-12-07 09:00 - 14:00 | Southern Regional High School, 90 Cedar Bridge Rd, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050, United States

Brunch with Santa
2025-12-07 10:00 - 14:00 | B2 Bistro + Bar Bayville, 125 Bayview Ave., Bayville, NJ, 08721, United States
Enjoy a delicious holiday spread and snap some magical photos with Santa.
Details on: https://www.b2bistro.com/bayville-holidays.html
Call to reserve your table: 732-269-3000

Lucky Leo's Gift Card Sweepstakes Party
2025-12-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Lucky Leo’s Amusements, 315 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJ, United States

3rd Annual Christmas Market
2025-12-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Manahawkin Mart Shoppes, 657 E Bay Ave, Manahawkin, 08050, United States

The Affair at Cedar Bridge Commemoration
2025-12-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Cedar Bridge Tavern Historic Site, 200 Old Half-Way Rd., Barnegat, NJ, 08005, United States
At this time each year, the Ocean County Parks & Recreation Department along with Ocean County Cultural & Heritage present,
“The Affair at Cedar Bridge,” A reenactment of the last land engagement of the American Revolutionary War that took place at Cedar Bridge Tavern Historical Site in Barnegat.
Refreshments including period Switchel drink, Fire Pit, NJ Fifes & Drums.
Sea Dogs – Traditional Tavern musicians, Historic style tents, Giant Chess & Checkers, Crafts – Painting, Ring the Ocean County Liberty Bell & other games.
Historic Story Telling and Tour of the 200 year old restored tavern.
Snow Date: Sunday January 4, 2026 10:00AM – 4:00PM
https://www.oceancountyparks.org/
culturalheritage@co.ocean.nj.us
(732) 929-4779

Happy Holidays Seaside Park
2025-12-07 10:00 - 18:00 | NJ
Please see flyer for event locations

Snow Much Fun - Family Experience
2025-12-07 10:00 - 18:00 | The Therapy Hub, 364 N. Main St, Manahawkin, 08050, United States
We are having SNOW MUCH FUN at The Therapy Hub!
Join us and your family will enjoy four unique, playful experiences in a private group setting.
You’ll receive exclusive, uninterrupted attention from Santa, the Gr!nch, Elsa, and a live highland Christmas cow—with 15 minutes of magical interaction with each beloved character!
https://www.therapyhubnj.com/events
thetherapyhub.nj@gmail.com
609-549-2177

Tis' The Season Holiday Pop-Up
2025-12-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Silverton Farms, 1520 Silverton Road, Toms River, NJ, 08755, United States
’Tis the Season Pop Up at Silverton Farms
Jersey Mermaid Co, Pampered Chef and Backyard Blooms — the familiar trio from the Seaside Park Farmers Market — are reuniting for a festive holiday event at Silverton Farms. Join us on Sunday, 12/7 from 11–3 inside their beautiful indoor room for cozy holiday vibes and thoughtful gift-giving finds.
Backyard Blooms
• Taking orders for wreaths and grave blankets
Pampered Chef
• Your favorite essentials + new seasonal additions
Jersey Mermaid Co.
• Unique Vintage Silverware creations reimagined for the holidays
Silverton Farms is located at 1520 Silverton Road in Toms River.
This season, shop local and support your favorite small businesses.

Gingerbread House Decorating, PJ's and Hot Cocoa
2025-12-07 11:45 - 12:45 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
My favorite Christmas Tradition with my young artists Gingerbread House Decorating, Pjs and Hot Cocoa!
Sunday December 7th Ages 5-15 from 11:45am to 12:45pm Class fee $35 per child. SPOTS ARE LIMITED Payment reserves your child’s spot.
A Maximum of 15 Students and a Minimum of 5.
Join me for a very special morning decorating gingerbread houses, sipping hot cocoa, and sampling some sweets as we create and decorate!
We will listen to Holiday music all while in our comfy and favorite PJs.
We will begin by discussing the tradition of gingerbread house making, how and where it all started and how it became a tradition all over the world.
Students will get to decorate 2 small gingerbread houses, one gingerbread man.
I have tons of candy options to create sleds, snowmen or whatever they can imagine for their magical gingerbread scenes.
At the conclusion of class students will get to take home their delicious works of art! (a large tray is provided to make building and transporting their delicious works of art easier)
https://www.ocartistsguild.org/event/gingerbread-house-decorating-pjs-and-hot-cocoa/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111

A Dream is a Wish Princess Holiday Concert
2025-12-07 12:00 - 13:30 | Casino Pier Arcade, 800 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights, 08751, United States
✨👑 Princess Holiday Concert at the Arcade 🎶❄️
Join us for a magical afternoon as four of your favorite princesses take the stage, singing beloved Christmas carols and holiday songs that will fill the arcade with cheer! 🌟
✨ Enjoy free hair braiding and glitter makeup to get the kids ready for the royal celebration.
✨ Don’t forget your cameras—there will be plenty of photo ops with the princesses.
✨ A day full of holiday sparkle, music, and family fun!
📅 Saturday, December 7th, 1pm-2:30pm
📍 Casino Pier Arcade
Bring the family and step into a holiday fairytale! 🎄👑
casinopiernj.com/specials-events
info@casinopiernj.com
7327936488

Holiday Jingle Sip & Shop Vendor Market
2025-12-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Garden State Distillery Company, 13 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ, United States
This FREE Local Craft & Vendor Market is hosted by Jenn Zazzara, Shore Crafted, bringing together local makers, artisans and small businesses.
Enjoy an intimate setting and shop unique, one-of-a-kind items while sipping craft drinks!
🎁Sip & Shop Local Craft & Vendor Market🎁
Let’s sleigh the season! Join us for an afternoon of sipping, shopping, and holiday magic.
Sip festive drinks, shop unique gifts, and soak up the merry vibes. From handmade goods to gourmet treats and stocking stuffers – we’ve got something for everyone on your list!
Sip & Shop Vendor Market: Sunday, December 7th | 12-4 pm at Garden State Distillery, 13 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ
Come for the cheer, stay for the finds – and let’s jingle all the way!
Questions? Contact Jenn Zazzara at shorecraftednj@gmail.com
For more details please visit: Holiday Jingle Sip & Shop | Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/share/176iNmC6kj/

Holiday Market
2025-12-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Icarus Brewing, 2045 Route 88, Brick, NJ, 08723, United States
Icarus Brewing Holiday Market Sunday December 7th 12p-5p | Facebook

Plumsted Grill Truck & Car Show
2025-12-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Plumsted Grill, 457 Pinehurst Rd., Plumsted, NJ, United States

Gallery Reception Opening
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
Come to our beautiful Victorian home and look at this months art installation. Each month hosts different artists. Light refreshments are served.

https://www.ocartistsguild.org/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111

Holiday of Hope
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Jersey Shore Animal Center, 185 Brick Blvd, Brick, NJ, 08723, United States

Jingle Bells Run
2025-12-07 14:45 | Washington Street, 101 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
2025 – 5k Race
One-Mile Fun Run / Walk and Kiddie Dash
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Kiddie Dash – 2:45 pm
1-Mile Fun Run – 3:00 pm
Jingle Bells 5K run – 3:30 pm
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The Toms River Police Foundation is proud to present the 2025 Jingle Bells Run in historic downtown Toms River!​
The 26th Annual Jingle Bell Run will be held on Sunday December 7, 2025 along a relatively flat course through downtown Toms River and scenic neighborhoods.
Proceeds from the race will help fund scholarships for local high school students as well as our 2025 spotlight charity, The Lucky Fin Project.
The Lucky Fin Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that exists to raise awareness and celebrate children and individuals born with symbrachydactyly or other limb differences
(upper, lower, congenital, and amputee).
​Bring your friends! Bring your family! Bring on the festivities!
https://www.tomsriverpolicefoundation.org/jingle-bells-run

Carols and Classics
2025-12-07 15:00 | St Paul Lutheran Church, 130 Cable Ave, Beachwood, NJ, 08722, 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

Winter Wonderland
2025-12-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Pleasure Park, 702 St. Louis Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, United States

Christmas Joy Concert
2025-12-07 16:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Toms River, 1070 Hooper Ave, Toms River, 08753, United States
This is one of our favorite holiday traditions!
This musical event features our choir and an orchestra performing holiday favorites.
No ticket required.
There will be an opportunity to donate to the concert series during the concert.
Bring a friend and kick off the holiday season with us on December 7!
Questions? Call 732-349-1331 or email office@Pctr.org

Holiday Soiree: Sip & Shop
2025-12-08 17:00 - 21:00 | The Mainland, 151 Route 72 East, Manahawkin, NJ, United States

Pre-Holiday Reset Stress Relief and Mindfulness
2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Toms River Youth Services, 1505 North Bay Avenue, Toms River, 08753, United States
Stress Relief and Mindfulness Sound Bath on December 8, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. located at the Toms River Youth Center provided by Pure Yoga.
Only $25 for registration on Community Pass located on the Toms River Website.
www.tomsrivertownship.com

NYC Christmas Spectacular
2025-12-09 07:30 | Jackson Town Hall, 95 W Veterans Highway, Jackson, NJ, 08527, United States
For additional information visit: Recreation | Jackson Township, NJ

JBIZ Expo & Conference Economic Summit
2025-12-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center, 777 Harrahs Blvd, Atlantic City, 08401, United States
For more information visit: Annual JBIZ Expo by Orthodox Jewish Chamber Of Commerce

All Aboard! The Barnegat Express *SOLD OUT*
2025-12-11 17:30 - 21:00 | Barnegat Recreation Center, 900 W Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ, 08005, United States

Holiday Plant Bingo
2025-12-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Black Eyed Susan’s Florist, 290 N Main St, Barnegat, 08005, United States
The only way to sign up for this class is through their website (Blackeyedsusansflorist.com), linked at the ticket link or by calling directly at the shop: 609-698-3100.
Win gorgeous houseplants, planters, and seasonal goodies each round.
Your ticket includes 1 bingo cards, a mini plant to take home, cocoa & cookies, and plenty of holiday cheer.
BYOB welcome.

Sketchbookers Club
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | TRAC Toms River Artist Community, 40 Main St., Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
Bring a sketchbook, your favorite drawing tools and come sketch with us!
Join a group of artists who come together to discuss art topics and continue to learn from each other.
This time could be used to practice new techniques or work on thumbnail sketches to help improve your compositions.
Free to Members. $10.00 to non-members to pay at door.

www.trac732.org
tomsriverartistcomminity732@gmail.com
7323770290

Yoga Friday's
2025-12-12 08:30 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
Yoga Friday’s!
$10 for members per session
$15 for non members per session
https://www.ocartistsguild.org/event/yoga-fridays/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111
