The holiday magic is back, and Edison is your go-to destination for family-friendly holiday fun this season! From festive events to spectacular light displays and Santa visits, Macaroni KID Edison has your ultimate guide to the best local holiday events. Explore our curated list of activities and make your holidays unforgettable.
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Kaisorn | CanvaMust-See Holiday Attractions Near Edison
Discover the best holiday attractions and festive experiences near Edison that will bring cheer and winter magic all season long:
- Location: Family Skate Rink at Roosevelt Park 151 Parsonage Rd. Edison
- Highlights: Feel the thrill of winter as you swiftly glide on the ice skating rink at Roosevelt Park.
Magic Of Lights: Drive-Through Holiday Lights Experience
- Location: PNC Bank |116 Garden State Pkway, Holmdel
- Highlights: Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations.
New Brunswick Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
- Location: Hyatt Regency New Brunswick In front of the Hyatt on Neilson Street, New Brunswick.
- Highlights: Come and enjoy the extravagant winter decorations of New Brunswick's City Center with a fun and safe ride downtown in our beautiful horse-drawn carriages. Dates: Dec. 14 - Dec. 21
- Location: Middlesex County Fair Grounds 655 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick
- Highlights: Check out Over 1.5 million lights animated to some of your favorite holiday tunes at one of NJ's largest Animated Holiday Light Shows Drive-Thru.
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Holiday House Decorating Contests
The holiday spirit is shining brightly in Metuchen with the 2024 Holiday Home Decorating Contest! Homes across the community have been transformed into dazzling displays of festive cheer, and now it’s your turn to decide which one deserves the top prize.Explore the decorated houses using the interactive map: Holiday Home Tour Map, then cast your vote for your favorite at Vote Here. Voting closes on December 18th, so don’t miss the chance to be part of this festive tradition.
The deadline to enter the Edison Holiday House Decorating Contest is Wednesday, Dec. 11. Homes will be judged based on originality and creativity. Winners will be announced on Facebook.
Upcoming Holiday and Winter Events in Edison
Looking to find holiday events in Edison? Want to know where to meet Santa in Edison, Highland Park, or Metuchen? Stay updated with the best seasonal events happening around Edison. From tree lightings to Santa visits and holiday craft fairs, there’s something for everyone in Edison.
Look for 🧑🎄 for a list of Santa sightings.
We’ll update this list frequently as more Edison area events are announced, so make sure to check back often!
November 23 - 30
- A Drag Queen Christmas - New Brunswick
- Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical - New Brunswick
- Gingerbread House Competition - Highland Park
- 🎅 Highland Park Christmas Tree Lighting
- Cosmos with Rise Up Chorus - Metuchen
Dec. 1- 7
- 🎅 Santa Letters - Metuchen Only
- 🧑🎄 Metuchen Winter Festival - Metuchen
- Winter Market on the Plaza - Metuchen
- 🧑🎄 Santa Calling - Metuchen Only
- Seasonal Traditions Holiday Program - Piscataway
- 🧑🎄 Winter Wonderland Festival and Tree Lighting - Edison
- 🧑🎄 Photos with Santa - Toy Drive Holiday Event! - Edison
- The Muppet Christmas Carol with The New Jersey Symphony - Newark
Dec. 8 - 14
- 🧑🎄 Breakfast With Santa - Woodbridge
- 🎅 Santa Letters - Metuchen Only
- Hip Hop Nutcracker - Newark
- The Muppet Christmas Carol with The New Jersey Symphony - New Brunswick
- Downtown Metuchen Gingerbread Takeover & Caroling
- Edison Gingerbread House Picture Contest
- Holiday Disability Dance - Edison
- Home Alone at NJPAC - Newark
- Jingle Bells Craft Fair - Metuchen
- Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland - New Brunswick
- Metuchen Holiday Home Decorating Contest Vote
Dec 15 - 21
- 🧑🎄 Santa Calling - Metuchen Only
- 2024 Metuchen Cookie Walk- Metuchen
- 🧑🎄 Metuchen Santa Ride- Metuchen
- Metuchen Pride Coalition Holiday Party - Metuchen
- The Nutcracker The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine- Newark
- The Nutcracker Reimagined - Edison
- Twas the Weekend Before Christmas & Festivus
- Christmas with Rise Up Chorus - Edison
- Snowman Splash at Five Star Swim School - Edison NJ
- Christmas with CeCe Winans - Newark
- The Nutcracker - New Brunswick
- 2nd Annual Hen Party - Metuchen
Dec. 22 - 28
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - New Brunswick
- The Nutcracker - New Brunswick
- New Year at... NOON! - Edison for ages 0 - 5 years old
- Holiday Classics Back at AMC
Dec. 29 - Jan 4
- Holiday Classics Back at AMC
- Eve of Eve Party 2024 - Metuchen
- New Year's Eve Fireworks - New Brunswick
- New Year's Eve Early Event - Woodbridge
- New Year's Eve Late Event - Woodbridge
Hanukkah Events near Edison
- Edison Township Menorah Lighting
- Metuchen Menorah Lighting
- Menorah Lighting at Welkovitz Pavilion - Highland Park
Kwanzaa Events in near Edison
- Kwanzaa Festival - Edison
- Community Kwanzaa Celebration - New Brunswick
- Kwanzaa Family Festival & Marketplace - Newark
Parent tip: Event details can change! Always confirm event details before heading out.
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Sandor Mejias Brito | Canva via PexelsHoliday Giving Near Edison
Support holiday giving in Edison this season and make a meaningful difference for local families in need! By donating gifts, essential items, or funds, you help bring joy and hope to those facing challenges during the holidays. Your generosity can turn this special time of year into a season of warmth and magic for children and families. Join the spirit of holiday giving in Edison and help spread kindness and cheer to those who need it most.
Holiday Giving Opportunities near Edison:
- George's Salon, Main Street Barbers, Salon 1012, and What's the Scope will collect unwrapped toys in their shop until Dec. 6 for Newark Beth Israel Hospital Pediatric Oncology Department. Visit Facebook for more details and a link to Amazon Wish List.
- The Edison Police Department is collecting winter gear to be donated to Coming Home of Middlesex County, an organization committed to preventing and ending homelessness in Middlesex County. Bring items to the Winter Wonderland will be located at Lake Papaianni on Dec. 7 from 2 pm - 8 pm and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate with a cop.
- Edison Police Department is collecting toys for Toys for Tots until Dec. 13. Bring your unwrapped new toys to Edison Municipal Complex at 100 Municipal Blvd, Edison, NJ 08817
- Highland Park PBA Local 64 is also toys for Central NJ Toys for Tots until noon on Friday, Dec. 13. Bring your unwrapped new toys to 222 S 5th Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904.
More Holiday Fun in Edison!
Don’t miss out on all the winter festivities happening near Edison this season! Explore more:
- Free Personalized Santa Letter
- Free Personalized Elf Letter
- Metuchen Gift Guide: Supporting Local This Holiday Season
- Volunteer near Edison This Holiday Season
Bookmark this page, as we’ll be adding even more Edison holiday events and family-friendly activities throughout the season!
