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Where To See Ice Sculptures In New Jersey This Winter

These NJ Ice Sculpture Festivals
Mean Frozen Fun For All

Looking for really “cool” things to do in New Jersey this winter? Check out some of these amazing NJ ice sculpture festivals and events! These New Jersey winter festivals and temporary art exhibits feature stunningly beautiful ice sculptures created by talented ice artists that will truly “wow” you.… Read more...

New Planetarium at Liberty Science Center is the Largest Planetarium in America!

New Jersey Planetarium Dwarfs Famed
New York Hayden Planetarium

The largest planetarium in America is almost twice as long as a bowling alley lane. Its screen is taller than four giraffes. It offers a true 8K projection. Its lights produce trillions of colors. And it will provide breaking space and astronomy news and discoveries in real time.… Read more...

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Christmas Light Displays in New Jersey

12 “Must See” Christmas Light Shows In New Jersey

Christmas is just around the corner and there’s nothing like the twinkling lights of the holiday season to get you in a festive mood. Be sure to check out one (or more!) of these amazing Christmas light displays in NJ this holiday season!… Read more...

See George Washington Cross the Delaware River!

241st Anniversary of Washington’s Crossing
to Be Observed In New Jersey

Celebrate one of the most pivotal events in the history of New Jersey (as well as America!) this month by attending a reenactment of George Washington crossing the Delaware River with his troops!

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On December 25th, 1776, General George Washington and 2400 troops crossed the icy Delaware River from Pennsylvania into New Jersey.… Read more...

10 Unique Things To Do in New Jersey This Christmas!

Celebrate the Holidays with These Unique
Things To Do in New Jersey This Christmas

‘Tis the season for Santa visits, choosing a Christmas tree, and viewing holiday light displays. New Jersey sure has its share of fun holiday activities! Are you looking for something a little bit more unusual? Trying to find unique holiday events in New Jersey?… Read more...

The Complete Guide to Christmas Tree Lighting Events in New Jersey

NJ Christmas Tree Lighting Events Kick Off
Holiday Season in Garden State

Now Updated for 2017!

Kick off the 2017 holiday season in New Jersey with a festive Christmas tree lighting ceremony in your local community! Many New Jersey Christmas tree lighting ceremonies include holiday music, refreshments, appearances by Santa, and more!… Read more...

17+ Places to See The Nutcracker In New Jersey!

Productions of The Nutcracker in New Jersey
Plentiful This Holiday Season

Looking for places to see The Nutcracker in New Jersey this holiday season? Things To Do In New Jersey’s got the skinny on where to see the Nutcracker in New Jersey, with productions ranging from traditional presentations to jazzy and hip hop interpretations.… Read more...

20 Holiday Gifts for People Who Love New Jersey!

We’ve put together the perfect guide to holiday gifts for people who love New Jersey! From food and wine, to New Jersey clothing and jewelry, to New Jersey travel deals and more… there’s something for everyone on this list!

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Note: Many of these NJ gift ideas are available through Amazon.com.Read more...

The Complete Guide To Living Nativity Scenes In New Jersey

New Jersey Living Nativities
Celebrate the Reason for the Season

The Christmas season is fast approaching and many New Jersey Christians are seeking ways to celebrate the holiday in a way that honors their faith. Many churches are hosting living nativity scenes in NJ where the Christmas story is portrayed with live actors and animals in an outdoor setting.… Read more...

The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Tree Farms in New Jersey

Where to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree in New Jersey

It’s the most wonderful time of the year in New Jersey! I can’t wait to go cut our family’s Christmas tree at our favorite New Jersey Christmas tree farm! If you haven’t cut your own Christmas tree before, consider giving it a try this year – your trip to the Christmas tree farm will likely become a treasured family tradition.… Read more...