BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Visit Somerset NJ - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Visit Somerset NJ
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://visitsomersetnj.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Visit Somerset NJ
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
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=America/New_York:20251219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T160000
DTSTAMP:20251124T145039Z
CREATED:20251124T145039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T145039Z
UID:10054048-1766134800-1766160000@visitsomersetnj.org
SUMMARY:47th Annual Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:December is the time to visit the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center (EEC) to welcome winter and get into the holiday spirit! The festival is an indoor exhibit of decorated trees by various community groups and individuals alike. Enjoy holiday music and relax while viewing the beautiful trees! \nSuggested donation: $5 per person.\nFriday\, December 5 through Sunday\, December 28\, 2025\, 9:00am-4:30pm\n**Please note the EEC will be closed December 24 & 25**
URL:https://visitsomersetnj.org/event/47th-annual-festival-of-trees/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Environmental Education Center\, 190 Lord Stirling Road\, Basking Ridge\, NJ\, 07920\, United States
GEO:40.6951475;-74.5211978
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Environmental Education Center 190 Lord Stirling Road Basking Ridge NJ 07920 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Lord Stirling Road:geo:-74.5211978,40.6951475
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T163000
DTSTAMP:20251031T155052Z
CREATED:20251031T155052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T155052Z
UID:10053932-1766134800-1766161800@visitsomersetnj.org
SUMMARY:47th Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:December is the time to visit the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center (EEC) to welcome winter and get into the holiday spirit! The festival is an indoor exhibit of decorated trees by various community groups and individuals alike. Enjoy holiday music and relax while viewing the beautiful trees! \nPlease call 908-722-1200 (ext. 5328) or email cwood@scparks.org to participate as an exhibitor and decorate a tree\, to make group reservations or for more information. \nSuggested donation: $5 per person.\nFriday\, December 5 through Sunday\, December 30\, 2025\, 9:00am-4:30pm\n**Please note the EEC will be closed December 24 & 25** \nSee you in December at the EEC – the perfect lead into the holiday season! \nDonate new\, unwrapped Toys while you visit for Toys For Tots!
URL:https://visitsomersetnj.org/event/47th-festival-of-trees/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Environmental Education Center\, 190 Lord Stirling Road\, Basking Ridge\, NJ\, 07920\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitsomersetnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/dsc_0789-2.jpg
GEO:40.6951475;-74.5211978
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Environmental Education Center 190 Lord Stirling Road Basking Ridge NJ 07920 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=190 Lord Stirling Road:geo:-74.5211978,40.6951475
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T200000
DTSTAMP:20251117T152521Z
CREATED:20251031T153730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T152521Z
UID:10053908-1766138400-1766174400@visitsomersetnj.org
SUMMARY:Santa @ The Commons
DESCRIPTION:Santa @ The Commons\n\n  Nov 15\, 2025 – Dec 24\, 2025\n\n\nPresented by Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset\, the one and only Kris Kringle returns to welcome children of all ages for another season filled with holiday magic. Located in Center Court on the shopping center’s Lower Level\, visits to Santa @ The Commons will begin Saturday\, November 15 through Wednesday\, December 24. \nSanta will be available for photos in a stunning home\, set amidst 25 garland-topped light curtains (each adorned with thousands of white\, glistening lights) and candy-cane inspired twists cascading from high above. Kris Kringle will sit in a grand velvet chair in front of a redesigned set that includes a majestic new 30-foot tree with a 5-foot topper\, additional 10-foot trees and scenic elements as well as new “Elf Training” interactives on the line to entertain kids (and their parents) while they wait. A free\, new photo opportunity will debut on the Main Level balcony overlooking Santa where guests can create a photographic memory behind a spectacular 6 foot high by 12 foot wide frame with the word “Joy” amongst glistening lights. \nTo make a reservation\, click HERE. Photo Customer Service can be reached at 732-336-1357. \nSANTA PHOTO HOURS \nNovember 15 \n\n1pm – 8pm\n\nNovember 16 – November 26 \n\nMonday – Friday 12pm – 7pm\nSaturday 11am – 8pm\nSunday 12pm – 6pm\n\nClosed Thanksgiving \nNovember 28 – December 13* \n\nMonday – Thursday 11am – 7pm\nFriday – Saturday 10am – 8pm\nSunday 12pm – 6pm\n\n*Tuesday December 2 \n\n11am – 3pm\n\n*Thursday December 4 \n\n11am – 3pm\n\n*Saturday December 6 \n\n1pm – 8pm\n\nDecember 14 \n\n10am – 7pm\n\nDecember 15 – 23 \n\nDaily 10am – 8pm\n\nDecember 24 \n\n10am – 4pm\n\nPHOTO PRICING \n1. DIGITAL DOWNLOAD – $45.95 \nNo Photo Purchase Required. Includes 4 Digital Images selected online*. Link sent via Text within 24 hours. \n2. TWO (2) SHEETS – ANY POSE OR SIZE – $34.95 \nSheet size options: (1) 5×7 or (2) 4×6’s or (4) wallets \n3. DIGITAL DOWNLOAD – $19.95 \nWith Purchase of Package 2 Only. Includes 4 Digital Images selected online*. Link sent via Text within 24 hours. \nADDITIONAL SHEETS – ANY POSE\, ANY SIZE – $9.95/Sheet \nSheet size options: (1) 5×7 or (2) 4×6’s or (4) wallets \n*Additional digital images available for purchase online @ MyHolidayPics.com \nHOLIDAY ACCESSORIES \nAll items available while supplies last – photos not included. \n\nPhoto Key Chain – $4.95\nHoliday Musical Snow Globe- $24.95\n5”X7” Rustic Wooden Frame – $24.95\n5”X7” Laser Cut Frame – $24.95\n5”X7” North Pole Frame – $28.95\n5”X7” Lighted Resin Frame – $32.95\n\nWe accept Visa\, Mastercard\, Discover & American Express \nSPECIAL EVENTS \nSanta’s Birthday Celebration and Holiday Kickoff – Saturday\, Nov. 15\, 11am – 1pm \nSanta @ The Commons kicks off the season in the most spectacular way with Santa’s birthday party! Though timeless\, Santa still celebrates his special day every year with Mrs. Claus\, and you are invited for holiday party with music\, dancing\, balloon art\, magic\, and of course a birthday sing-along for Santa. Guests will enjoy sweet treats provided by the Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey\, while supplies last. \nSanta Cares Day \nSunday\, Nov. 30\, 10am – 12pm \nBridgewater Commons to host Santa Cares Day for children and adults within all spectrums of special needs and their families to experience the time-honored tradition of a visit and photos with Santa. This aims to be a quieter\, more low-key event. Reservations recommended. \nPet Night with Santa \nBring your furry\, four-legged family members to meet Santa! Cats and dogs are welcome with their pet parents on a leash or in a carrier. \n\nMonday\, Nov 17\, 3pm – 7pm\nMonday\, Dec 1\, 3pm – 7pm\nMonday\, Dec 8\, 3pm – 7pm\n\nSanta + Friends \nSanta invites his famous holiday friends for a meet and greet\, photos and autographs! These special events are free\, and purchases are not required. \n\nSat\, Dec 6\, 1:30pm – 3:30pm – Elsa and Anna of Disney’s Frozen and Disney Princesses Belle and Cinderella
URL:https://visitsomersetnj.org/event/santa-the-commons-2/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Bridgewater Commons\, Commons Way\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08807\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitsomersetnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot_31-10-2025_11253_bridgewatercommons.com_.jpeg
GEO:40.5888931;-74.6199657
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bridgewater Commons Commons Way Bridgewater NJ 08807 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Commons Way:geo:-74.6199657,40.5888931
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T200000
DTSTAMP:20251125T155037Z
CREATED:20251125T155037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T155037Z
UID:10054085-1766163600-1766174400@visitsomersetnj.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Lights Hayride
DESCRIPTION:Looking for family Christmas activities and holiday fun? Bring your family and friends for a festive holiday lights tractor-drawn hayride!
URL:https://visitsomersetnj.org/event/holiday-lights-hayride-2/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Norz Hill Farm & Market\, 120 South Branch Road\, Hillsborough\, NJ\, 08844\, United States
GEO:40.5364714;-74.6945441
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Norz Hill Farm & Market 120 South Branch Road Hillsborough NJ 08844 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=120 South Branch Road:geo:-74.6945441,40.5364714
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T210000
DTSTAMP:20251216T201043Z
CREATED:20251216T201043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T201043Z
UID:10054159-1766172600-1766178000@visitsomersetnj.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Social Party - Fred Astaire Dance Studios
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Christmas Show Night on Thursday\, December 19th\, at 7:30 pm!\n\n\n\nJoin us for the Christmas Show Night on Thursday\, December 19th\, at 7:30 pm! \nGet ready to jingle all the way at our Christmas Dance Show Night! Join us for a festive evening filled with dazzling performances\, merry beats\, and holiday cheer. Let’s dance into the season together! \nNo partner required\nAll levels are welcomed\nEventbrite members only $25 for the first time. \n100 Town Center Dr\,\nWarren\, NJ 07059\n732.667.7000\n[warrennj@fredastaire.com](mailto:warrennj@fredastaire.com?body=I%20heard%20about%20this%20event%20on%20www.yelp.com!&subject=Christmas%20Social%20Party%20-%20Fred%20Astaire%20Dance%20Studios%20-%20Warren\,%20NJ!)
URL:https://visitsomersetnj.org/event/christmas-social-party-fred-astaire-dance-studios/
LOCATION:Fred Astaire Dance Studio\, 100 Town Center Drive\, Warren\, NJ\, 07059\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitsomersetnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1065293123_309457903292_1_original.jpg
GEO:40.6178179;-74.4982724
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fred Astaire Dance Studio 100 Town Center Drive Warren NJ 07059 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=100 Town Center Drive:geo:-74.4982724,40.6178179
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR