Events for December 10, 2026
48th Festival of Trees
Environmental Education Center 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking RidgeDecember 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! Please call 908-722-1200 (ext. 5328) or email mjuhasz@scparks.org participate as an exhibitor and decorate a tree, to make group reservations, or for more information. Suggested donation: $5 per person. Friday, December 4 through Sunday, December 27, 2026, 9:00am-4:30pm **Please note the EEC will be closed December 24 & 25** Please check out our Facebook page for more information. Schedule of Musical Performances See you in December at the EEC – the perfect lead into the holiday season!
Santa @ The Commons
Bridgewater Commons Commons Way, BridgewaterSanta will begin welcoming children of all ages for visits and photos filled with holiday magic. Located in Center Court on the shopping center’s Lower Level, visits to Santa Celebration will begin Saturday, Nov. 14 through Thursday, Dec. 24. Presented by Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, the one and only Kris Kringle returns to Bridgewater Commons for a season of sparkling sights, memorable moments and holiday magic. Located in Center Court on the shopping center’s Lower Level, Santa @ The Commons welcomes children of all ages from November 14 through December 24. Click HERE to make a reservation. SANTA PHOTO HOURS November 14 1:00pm - 8:00pm November 15- November 25 Monday - Friday 12:00pm - 7:00pm Saturday 11:00am - 8:00pm Sunday 12:00pm - 6:00pm Closed Thanksgiving
