BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NJ Mom - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://njmom.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NJ Mom REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251020T150340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T150340Z UID:10009398-1761390000-1761411600@njmom.com SUMMARY:Fall Market at Horseshoe Lake Park DESCRIPTION:Did someone say vendors\, food trucks\, music\, and fall weather? You will find all of this and more at this fair\, which will include trick-or-treating\, so come dressed in your best costume.\nCost: Free admission\nHorseshoe Lake Recreation Complex\, 72 Eyland Avenue\, Roxbury Township\, NJ 07876 URL:https://njmom.com/event/fall-market-at-horseshoe-lake-park/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251010T124610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T124610Z UID:10008500-1761397200-1761408000@njmom.com SUMMARY:HalloWheaton DESCRIPTION:WheatonArts will be presenting an afternoon of diverse family activities throughout the campus on Saturday\, October 25\, 2025\, from 1pm to 4pm. Visitors are welcome to Trick-or-Treat in Halloween costumes and meet traditional costumed characters played by the talented Mystic Realms actors. Attendees are also welcome to visit the Museum of American Glass for special exhibit tours\, visit the exhibit in the Down Jersey Folklife Center\, watch live demonstrations in our Artist Studios\, participate in a campus-wide scavenger hunt\, enjoy a bite to eat\, and more. \nHalloWheaton is FREE to the public\, part of WheatonArts Family Days! Presented by PNC Arts Alive! URL:https://njmom.com/event/hallowheaton/ LOCATION:WheatonArts\, 1000 Village Drive\, Millville\, NJ\, 08332\, United States CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/crowd_1.gif ORGANIZER;CN="WheatonArts":MAILTO:news@wheatonarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251014T123040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T123040Z UID:10008562-1761400800-1761408000@njmom.com SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat at Aqua-Tots Toms River DESCRIPTION:šŸŽƒšŸ‘» Trunk-or-Treat Fun is BACK! šŸ‘»šŸŽƒ \nJoin us on Saturday October 25th from 2ā€“4 PM for an afternoon full of spooktacular fun ā€” decorated trunks\, candy galore\, bubbles\, chalk art\, and so much more! šŸš—šŸ¬šŸ«§šŸ–ļø \nBring your costumes\, your friends\, and your Halloween spirit ā€” we canā€™t wait to see you there! šŸ§™ā€ā™€ļøšŸ¦‡āœØ URL:https://njmom.com/event/trunk-or-treat-at-aqua-tots-toms-river/ LOCATION:Aqua-Tots Swim School Toms River\, 1358 Hooper Avenue\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1000039459.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T163000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251023T131728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T131728Z UID:10009456-1761406200-1761409800@njmom.com SUMMARY:Story time\, craft and and book signing with author Tess Thomas DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special story time\, craft and signing with Tess Thomas\, author of SHIBUā€™S TAIL. \nShibu the cat has a lot of feelings and thankfully his fluffy tail helps him express them all! But one day\, Shibu realizes that all the other cats are keeping their feelings (and their tails) tucked away. Maybe it would be better to try and fit in? From two extraordinary debuts comes a delightful story on navigating lifeā€™s highs\, lows\, and all the big emotions in between. \nSelected by Amazon as an editorā€™s pick and September 2025 Best Book of the Month (ages 3-5) and with starred reviews in Kirkus and Publishers Weekly\, SHIBUā€™S TAIL is the perfect title to get your kids laughing and ready for social emotional learning (SEL). \nFollowing the reading\, kids will be able to partake in a special Shibu-themed craft! URL:https://njmom.com/event/story-time-craft-and-and-book-signing-with-author-tess-thomas/ LOCATION:Watchung Booksellers ā€“ The Kidsā€™ Room\, 44 Fairfield St.\, Montclair\, 07042\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Shibus-Tail-ā€”-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251020T150533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T150533Z UID:10009399-1761418800-1761429600@njmom.com SUMMARY:Halloween Parade DESCRIPTION:Each year\, hundreds of kids dress in their favorite Halloween costumes and parade down Main Street. The fun parade includes marching bands\, cheerleaders\, princesses\, and firemen.\nCost: Free\nSt. Mary of the Lakes School\, 196 NJ-70\, Medford\, NJ 08055 URL:https://njmom.com/event/halloween-parade/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251026T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251026T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251008T122025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T122025Z UID:10008490-1761480000-1761487200@njmom.com SUMMARY:Halloween Extravaganza at MarketFair DESCRIPTION:MarketFair in partnership with The Goddard School of Princeton invites you to the annual community 2025 Halloween Extravaganza on October 26\, 2025 from 12-2 pm. Families across the region are invited for a free day to show off your scariest\, silliest\, most creative costume and enjoy Fa-BOO-lous family fun! \nšŸŽƒPumpkin Decorating \nšŸŽØFace Painting \nšŸ‘»Arts & Crafts \nšŸŽ¤Music by Mr. Ray \nšŸ¬Treats & More! \nThe first 500 children in costume\, accompanied by an adult\, will receive a goodie bag and an access ticket to the pumpkin decorating station. \nDue to the popularity of this event\, it is highly recommended to arrive early for check-in at 11am. URL:https://njmom.com/event/halloween-extravaganza-at-marketfair/ LOCATION:MarketFair\, 3535 US Highway 1\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_9252.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251026T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251008T121842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T121842Z UID:10008469-1761480000-1761498000@njmom.com SUMMARY:The Bazaar Fall Festival at Whitechapel Projects DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Bazaar Fall Festival for a day filled with Autumn + Halloween vibes\, pet costume contest\, kids activities\, treats + local vendors! \nExplore a curated market featuring artisans from the Jersey Shore and beyond\, offering a wide array of gifts and goods. The event is family and pet friendly and will feature: \n* Pet Halloween Costume Contest: Get your furry friends in the spirit of Halloween and stand a chance to win a gift basket filled with pet goodies. Hosted by Paws Barkery Boutique ā€“ Winner will be announced at 3:30 pm! \n* Haunted Halloween Dome by Party Pop Mom\, a female-founded party rental and party planning business \n* Trick Or Treating: Little ones can dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat \n* Kids Face Painting: Krissy Face Paint \nSnap Instagram-Worthy photos at our Fall Photo Wall designed by Jersey Shore Picnic Co. and Spooky Photo Moment designed by Party Pop Mom. \nEnjoy a Fall Sea Glass Art ~ Sip & Paint Workshop with J&J Sip & Paint 12-2 PM. Create beautiful sea glass art using various colored sea glass\, sand and shells on an 8Ɨ10 glass frame. $45 per person and all supplies and art direction provided! Visit jjsipandpaint.com to purchase your tickets. \nSatisfy your taste buds with delicious craft beers\, fall menu\, and refreshing libations at Whitechapel Projects; sourdough bread from Weirdough NJ\, small-batch cheeses at Little Cheese Shop\, and baked goods and sweet treats from Bianca Bakes. \nDonā€™t miss the Pop Up Mobile Book Store by Between the Covers Co. feauring romance and fantasy books focusing on independently published authors in a restored vintage kei truck! \nVendors include a Ā Permanent Jewelry Bar by Clover House and Pop Up Charm Bar by So Not Charming\, and tons of amazing vendors! Check out the Gift Guide here: https://www.asburyparkbazaar.com/blog/2025/fall-bazaar-wcp-ssrsr \nWhile you shop\, enjoy a DJ set by Mike Chick of the local band\, Yawn Mower. URL:https://njmom.com/event/the-bazaar-fall-festival-at-whitechapel-projects/ LOCATION:The Whitechapel Projects\, 15 2nd Ave\, Neptune\, NJ\, 07753\, United States CATEGORIES:Fall Festivals,Free Events,New Moms ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/fall-fest-2025-IG-small.png ORGANIZER;CN="Asbury Park Bazaar":MAILTO:team@asburyparkbazaar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251026T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251020T153129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T153129Z UID:10009438-1761483600-1761498000@njmom.com SUMMARY:Villains Halloween Costume Party DESCRIPTION:Get in the Halloween spirit with a spooky Villains Halloween Party. Come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready for a Trick-or-Treat Trail\, spooky surprises\, Halloween fun\, and lots of villainous mischief.\nCost: Free\nCasino Pier Breakwater Beach\, 800 Ocean Terrace\, Seaside Heights\, NJ 08751 URL:https://njmom.com/event/villains-halloween-costume-party/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251026T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251026T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251020T152740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T152740Z UID:10009436-1761485400-1761503400@njmom.com SUMMARY:Fall Festival DESCRIPTION:This festival features a range of family-friendly activities\, including crafts\, a petting zoo\, vendor booths\, a garden tour\, and more.\nCost: Free\nJohn Patrick Sports Complex\, Vine Street\, Lakewood\, NJ 08701 URL:https://njmom.com/event/fall-festival-3/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251026T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251017T150626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T144134Z UID:10009463-1761487200-1761508800@njmom.com SUMMARY:Share the Warmth Event with One Warm Coat at MarketFair DESCRIPTION:šŸ§„ Share the Warmth with One Warm Coat! \nJoin MarketFair in making a difference this season by supporting One Warm Coat. Together\, letā€™s spread warmth and hope to those in need. \nāœØSpecial Coat Collection Events: \nšŸŽƒHalloween Extravaganza\, October 26\, 12 PM ā€“ 2 PM: Donate a coat to join the fun! Join us for pumpkin decorating\, face painting\, arts & crafts\, music\, treats & more! \nšŸŽ…Santa Arrival Event\, November 22\, 10:30 AM ā€“ 1 PM: Donate a coat to join the fun! Join us for a gingerbread-themed event to welcome Santa! Mrs. Claus\, The Grinch\, and the brass magic of the Ocean City Stompers will kick off the parade! Face painting\, bounce house\, music\, crafts & more! \nšŸ§™ā€ā™€ļøA Wicked Black Friday\, November 28\, 12 PM ā€“ 2 PM: Donate a coat to join the fun! Meet & greet The Great Oz and Elphaba\, create sand art\, sip hot cocoa and enter to win gift baskets! \nA warm coat can be life-changing for someone facing cold weather without adequate protection. \nYour kindness ensures that children\, families\, and individuals in need stay safe and warm this winter. URL:https://njmom.com/event/share-the-warmth-event-with-one-warm-coat-at-marketfair/2025-10-26/ LOCATION:MarketFair\, 3535 US Highway 1\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States CATEGORIES:Charity,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CKCFPRD4BRoPY21zX2V2ZW50X2ltYWdlIgUzMjA3NTi-icZLqWpPU341vWzUCVz_X8goCw-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251030T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251030T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251013T134924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T134924Z UID:10008515-1761847200-1761854400@njmom.com SUMMARY:NJ Art Club ā€“ Montclair NJ DESCRIPTION:Grab your ghouls & gal pals\, NJ Art Club is back in Montclair! \nWeā€™re excited to be back at Lackawanna Station for the October edition of NJ Art Club. \nThis event is for all kinds of creatives\, from hobbyists to working professionals. Bring your supplies\, grab some food\, and meet with local creatives. Letā€™s grow our NJ arts community together! Best of all\, this event is FREE \nHosted by Nina Tsur Studio URL:https://njmom.com/event/nj-art-club-montclair-nj/ LOCATION:Lackawanna Station\, 1 Lackawanna Plaza\, Montclair\, NJ\, 07042\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/nj-art-club-october-date-banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nina Tsur Studio":MAILTO:hello@ninatsur.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251027T145252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T145252Z UID:10009488-1761984000-1762016400@njmom.com SUMMARY:Flemingā€™s Pumpkin Run DESCRIPTION:Bring the entire family and enjoy a day of vehicle races. The vehicles will range from antiques and classics to motorcycles and tractors.\nCost: Free\n353 Zion Road\, Egg Harbor Twp\, NJ 08234 URL:https://njmom.com/event/flemings-pumpkin-run/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251027T145329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T145329Z UID:10009489-1761991200-1762016400@njmom.com SUMMARY:Cider Making at Howell Living History Farm DESCRIPTION:This is the perfect time of year to enjoy a cup of fresh apple cider\, and your little ones can turn the crank of the cider press before having a taste. They can also peel an apple with a hand-crank apple peeler and stop by the farmhouse for lunch.\nCost: Free\nHowell Living History Farm\, 70 Woodens Lane\, Hopewell Twp.\, NJ 08530 URL:https://njmom.com/event/cider-making-at-howell-living-history-farm/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251027T145219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T145219Z UID:10009487-1762016400-1762034400@njmom.com SUMMARY:DĆ­a de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Celebration DESCRIPTION:This family-friendly outdoor event is a fun way to celebrate this culturally rich holiday. There will be a mariachi band\, sugar skull decorating\, Mexican food and drinks\, and face painting.\nCost: Free\n102 Witherspoon Street\, Princeton\, NJ 08540 URL:https://njmom.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-day-of-the-dead-community-celebration/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251102T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251102T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251027T150341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T150341Z UID:10009500-1762077600-1762102800@njmom.com SUMMARY:Fanwoodā€™s Holiday Vendor Pop-Up and Craft Fair DESCRIPTION:Itā€™s never too early to start your holiday shopping. Visit this outdoor fair full of a fabulous array of top-notch exhibitors selling quality items\, arts and crafts\, and collectibles. All exhibitors are hand-picked and chosen for their unique items\, hand-made creations\, start-ups\, and well-groomed businesses\, and together create this posh marketplace. Stop by\, shop a little\, relax\, enjoy the good food\, great music\, and 75+ exhibitors.\nCost: Free\nFanwood Train Station\, 256 South Avenue\, Fanwood\, NJ 07023 URL:https://njmom.com/event/fanwoods-holiday-vendor-pop-up-and-craft-fair/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251104T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251104T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T140928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T140928Z UID:10010298-1762264800-1762270200@njmom.com SUMMARY:SOMA Storytellers DESCRIPTION:Come by for a reading from local author and artist Shauna Cagan . Shauna will read from her illustrated title ā€œAddie and the Amazing Acrobatsā€ and weā€™re keeping the Halloween fun going by encouraging costumes! \nCome dressed to impress and have some fun with us on Tuesday 11/4 at 2pm! šŸŽƒ šŸ‘» šŸ¦‡ \nThe Co-Lab at 57 South Orange Ave\, South Orange 07079 URL:https://njmom.com/event/soma-storytellers/ LOCATION:The Co-Lab\, 57 S Orange Ave\, South Orange\, NJ\, 07079\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/SOMA-Storytellers-Shauna-Cagan.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Co-Lab":MAILTO:info@colabsouthorange.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T163707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T163707Z UID:10010313-1762592400-1762621200@njmom.com SUMMARY:15th Annual Holiday Craft Show DESCRIPTION:Join over 90 vendors for this beloved annual event. Shop for jewelry\, crafts\, and homemade goods to help you get a head start on your holiday shopping.\nCost: Free\nEHT Community Center\, 5045 English Creek Avenue\, Egg Harbor Township\, NJ 08201 URL:https://njmom.com/event/15th-annual-holiday-craft-show/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T164821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164821Z UID:10010315-1762596000-1762621200@njmom.com SUMMARY:Touch A Truck Day DESCRIPTION:For kids who love trucks\, check out this display of dump trucks\, fire trucks\, police cars\, and military trucks. There will be over 25 vehicles to see up close.\nCost: Free\nDeer Path Park\, 120 West Woodschurch Road\, Flemington\, NJ 08822 URL:https://njmom.com/event/touch-a-truck-day/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T165458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T165458Z UID:10010327-1762596000-1762621200@njmom.com SUMMARY:Mineral\, Gem & Jewelry Show DESCRIPTION:If you or anyone in your family has a love for rocks or gems\, then this is the place to be. Spend time looking at the minerals\, rocks\, gemstones\, jewelry\, and fossils with the whole family.\nCost: Free\nTrailside Nature & Science Center\, 452 New Providence Road\, Mountainside\, NJ 07092 URL:https://njmom.com/event/mineral-gem-jewelry-show/2025-11-08/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251021T130751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T130751Z UID:10009439-1762596000-1762707600@njmom.com SUMMARY:Winter Holiday Open House DESCRIPTION:Step into the magic of the season at our Holiday Open House! Wander through enchanting displays\, find special gifts for your loved ones\, and gather by the fire pits with a warm cup of spiced mulled wine or rich hot chocolate. URL:https://njmom.com/event/winter-holiday-open-house/ LOCATION:Black Shed\, 343 County Road 519\, Stockton\, NJ\, 08559-1306\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Winter Festivals,Winter Market ORGANIZER;CN="Black Shed":MAILTO:info@blkshd.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T163625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T163625Z UID:10010312-1762599600-1762621200@njmom.com SUMMARY:Princess and Pirate Day at the Zoo DESCRIPTION:Got kids who love to dress up as pirates or princesses? Head to the Cape May County Park & Zoo\, where they can dress in their best costumes and enjoy a craft station\, games\, entertainment\, animals\, and more.\nCost: Free\nCape May County Park & Zoo\, 707 US 9\, Middle Township\, NJ 08210 URL:https://njmom.com/event/princess-and-pirate-day-at-the-zoo/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T164721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164721Z UID:10010314-1762599600-1762621200@njmom.com SUMMARY:Jersey Makes Fall Arts & Crafts Fair DESCRIPTION:Get bundled up and head to this fair\, where you will find hot beverages\, delicious treats\, and lots of shopping.\nCost: Free\nCentral Park of Morris County\, 91 Central Ave\, Morris Plains\, NJ 07950 URL:https://njmom.com/event/jersey-makes-fall-arts-crafts-fair/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251029T122420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T122420Z UID:10009508-1762621200-1762628400@njmom.com SUMMARY:8th Annual Big Santa Lighting Featuring Dylan Schneider DESCRIPTION:Westfield Garden State Plaza will kick off the 2025 holiday season with the 8th Annual Big Santa Celebration and annual lighting ceremony on Saturday\, November 8. The much-anticipated event will be hosted by Z-100ā€™s Danielle Monaro\, co-host of Elvis Duran and the Morning Show\, and will feature an evening of live music\, family entertainment\, a breathtaking drone and light show\, and holiday magic headlined by country music singer and songwriter Dylan Schneider. \nFor the first time ever\, the Big Santa celebration will take place outdoors near Entrance 3 between AMC Theatres and Fogo de ChĆ£o\, giving the 45-foot-tall iconic holiday decoration a new location for the holiday season. Big Santa festivities will begin at 5:00 PM with our DJ spinning holiday hits\, followed by the official event kickoff at 6:00 PM. Guests can enjoy an exciting lineup of national and local talent\, including: \nā€¢ Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra\nā€¢ Broadway Youth Ensemble\nā€¢ Dance Company Debut\nā€¢ Headliner Dylan Schneider ā€“ Country musicā€™s rising star\, known for hits like ā€œBad Decisionsā€ and ā€œAinā€™t Missinā€™ You.ā€ With more than 428 million career streams\, Schneider has toured with Florida Georgia Line\, Morgan Wallen\, Luke Bryan\, and most recently Kane Brown\, and co-wrote the Top 5 hit ā€œMommaā€™s Houseā€ for Dustin Lynch. \nReturning for the third consecutive year\, the event will also feature the Drone Light Show Spectacularā€”a breathtaking aerial display choreographed to music and lighting up the sky with festive\, holiday-themed animations. \nThe Big Santa Lighting and Drone Light Show is free to attend\, but RSVP is encouraged. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the entertainment\, special attractions\, and exclusive shopping offers throughout the center. URL:https://njmom.com/event/8th-annual-big-santa-lighting-featuring-dylan-schneider/ LOCATION:Westfield Garden State Plaza\, One Garden State Plaza\, Paramus\, NJ\, 07652\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Big-Santa-2025-Media-Graphic-Revised.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T164932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T164932Z UID:10010316-1762621200-1762639200@njmom.com SUMMARY:Big Santa Lighting at Garden State Plaza DESCRIPTION: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 Z100ā€™s Danielle Monaro\, this star-studded celebration features rising country sensation Dylan Schneider performing his viral hit ā€œAinā€™t Missinā€™ Youā€ ā€” and more fan favorites.\nCost: Free\nGarden State Plaza\, One Garden State Plaza\, Paramus\, NJ 07652 URL:https://njmom.com/event/big-santa-lighting-at-garden-state-plaza/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251109T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T165531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T165531Z UID:10010329-1762675200-1762707600@njmom.com SUMMARY:Winter FRESH DESCRIPTION:This indoor food and farm market is the perfect way to enjoy shopping with your favorite Asbury FRESH food vendors.\nCost: Free\n66 South Main Street\, Ocean Grove\, NJ 07756 URL:https://njmom.com/event/winter-fresh/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251109T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T165656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T165656Z UID:10010330-1762678800-1762707600@njmom.com SUMMARY:Fall Craft Show DESCRIPTION:With over 40 craft vendors\, you can find unique gifts for all your loved ones this holiday season. Bring the family and spend the day walking around and taking it all in.\nCost: Free\n2566 Guam Lane\, Tinton Falls\, NJ 07724 URL:https://njmom.com/event/fall-craft-show/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251109T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251103T165458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T165458Z UID:10010328-1762682400-1762707600@njmom.com SUMMARY:Mineral\, Gem & Jewelry Show DESCRIPTION:If you or anyone in your family has a love for rocks or gems\, then this is the place to be. Spend time looking at the minerals\, rocks\, gemstones\, jewelry\, and fossils with the whole family.\nCost: Free\nTrailside Nature & Science Center\, 452 New Providence Road\, Mountainside\, NJ 07092 URL:https://njmom.com/event/mineral-gem-jewelry-show/2025-11-09/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251114T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251030T122631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T122631Z UID:10010028-1763139600-1763150400@njmom.com SUMMARY:Hats Off to Downtown Shopping Crawl DESCRIPTION:Grab your friends and head to South Orange Downtown on Friday\, November 14 from 5PM ā€“ 8PM for Hats Off to Downtown\, our district-wide shopping crawl celebrating our amazing local businesses. Stroll through downtown\, shop exclusive deals\, enjoy giveaways\, tastings\, and restaurant specials and music from DJ Phillip Lee to keep the night buzzing.ā \nā \nStart your night at The Co-Lab (57 S Orange Ave) to pick up your event passport and a bag of tokens. As you visit each business\, drop a token into their buckets to earn entries into our downtown raffle ā€“ no purchase necessary! The more places you visit\, the more chances you have to win!ā  Plus\, show off your most creative or fancy hat for a chance to win our Best Hat Contest. ā \nā \nThis event is FREE to attend and open to all ages. Please use this link to learn more and RSVP: https://www.southorangedowntown.org/hats-off URL:https://njmom.com/event/hats-off-to-downtown-shopping-crawl/ LOCATION:The Co-Lab\, 57 S Orange Ave\, South Orange\, NJ\, 07079\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-29-160730.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251114T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251116T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251110T161112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161112Z UID:10010364-1763143200-1763326800@njmom.com SUMMARY:Santaā€™s Arrival at Cumberland Mall DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the arrival of Santa at the mall with an evening full of festive fun. There will be face painting\, a singalong\, holiday dance fun\, an adult ugly sweater contest\, and\, of course\, seeing Santa himself.\nCost: Free\nCumberland Mall\, 3849 S. Delsea Drive\, Vineland\, NJ 08360 URL:https://njmom.com/event/santas-arrival-at-cumberland-mall/ CATEGORIES:Free Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T210253 CREATED:20251013T134732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T134732Z UID:10008510-1763200800-1763213400@njmom.com SUMMARY:FREE NJ Family Fun Day at HWIS: Enrichment & After-School Vendor Fair DESCRIPTION:FREE Enrichment & After-School Vendor Fair \nDate & Time:\nSaturday\, November 15\, 2025\nOpen House: 10:00 ā€“ 11:30 a.m.\nVendor Fair: 11:30 a.m. ā€“ 1:30 p.m. \nLocation:\nHudsonWay Immersion School\n249 Bebout Ave\, Stirling NJ 07980 (Directions) \nDescription:\nJoin HudsonWay Immersion School for a day of discovery and community! \nStart your morning with our Open House to learn how our bilingual program empowers children to become confident\, curious\, and globally minded learners. Take a guided tour\, meet our teachers\, and experience immersion in action! No prior language experience needed. \nThen stay for our free Enrichment & After-School Vendor Fair\, connecting families with some of the areaā€™s most exciting programs ā€” from sports and arts to academic and cultural enrichment. Meet local vendors\, enjoy interactive activities\, and find new opportunities that inspire your child beyond the classroom. \nHighlights:\nFree community event open to all families\nExplore a variety of enrichment and after-school programs\nLearn more about bilingual education at HWIS\nMeet teachers\, staff\, and local program providers\nFun activities for children \nAdmission:\nāœ… Free admission ā€” registration encouraged!\nREGISTER HERE: https://hwis.org/nj-fair \nOrganizer:\nHudsonWay Immersion School\nwww.hwis.org\ninfo@hwis.org URL:https://njmom.com/event/free-nj-family-fun-day-at-hwis-enrichment-after-school-vendor-fair/ LOCATION:HudsonWay Immersion School\, 249 Bebout Ave\, Stirling\, NJ\, 07980\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Vendor-Fair-Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HudsonWay Immersion School":MAILTO:pagarwal@hwis.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR