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Big Santa Lighting at Garden State Plaza
November 8, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Are you ready for the Big Guy to make his grand entrance? This annual event, where the Big Santa atop the Mall is lit for the season, includes music performances, food trucks, a fantastic drone show, and more. Hosted by Z100’s Danielle Monaro, this star-studded celebration features rising country sensation Dylan Schneider performing his viral hit “Ain’t Missin’ You” — and more fan favorites.
Cost: Free
Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ 07652
