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  • Holiday Lights Hayride

    Holiday Lights Hayride
    Norz Hill Farm & Market 120 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ, United States

    Looking for family Christmas activities and holiday fun? Bring your family and friends for a festive holiday lights tractor-drawn hayride!

  • The Christmas Star

    Holiday Astronomy Shows
    Planetarium/RVCC 118 Lamington Road Park, Branchburg, NJ, United States

    Over the years, many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Was it an exploding star, a comet or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions are discussed. The program includes a brief tour of the current night sky.  Recommended for ages 10 to adult.

  • Sleigh Bell Swing

    RVCC 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, United States

    Get ready to swing into the season! Santa’s gonna be jumpin’ and jivin’ as the George Gee Swing Orchestra spices up your holidays with Sleigh Bell Swing, delivering big band versions of your favorite holiday classics. A native New Yorker and Chinese American big band leader, George Gee has delighted audiences for over four decades, performing at Lincoln Center, SWING46, and top venues around the world. Known for igniting the dance floor for swing dancers of all generations, George Gee and his Orchestra promise a joyful, toe-tapping celebration for the season, capturing the magic of swing’s golden era for today’s audiences.

  • VBC x Underground – CHRISTMAS PARTY

    Village Brewing Company 34 West Main Street, Somerville, NJ, United States

    SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20TH Join us at the Underground at 9pm for our annual Christmas Party. DJ Osbel G will be spinning while we bring out drink specials and a crowd-favorite ugly sweater contest. Start your holiday weekend with a night out.

    Free

  • 47th Annual Festival of Trees

    47th Annual Festival of Trees
    Environmental Education Center 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ, United States

    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! Suggested donation: $5 per person. Friday, December 5 through Sunday, December 28, 2025, 9:00am-4:30pm **Please note the EEC will be closed December 24 & 25**

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