17 Best Things To Do in New Jersey December 2023 with Kids

Check out more than 50 illuminated winter scenes and animal characters at Turtle Back Zoo's holiday lights display.  Photo courtesy of the zoo
Check out more than 50 illuminated winter scenes and animal characters at Turtle Back Zoo's holiday lights display. Photo courtesy of the zoo
12/1/23 - By Laurie Rein

Looking for the best things to do in New Jersey in December? Christmas lights and holiday activities are among our top picks this month. 

The last month of 2023 boasts full-on holiday fun in the Garden State, and we can't wait to see the holiday lights at drive-thrus and walk-throughs like Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights in West Orange. Santa Claus is also all over town in December– catch him at festive events like his stroll through Chester.

Find more top December fun in our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in New Jersey, like our guide to the top New Jersey Christmas Towns.

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.  

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As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including addresses and times. And keep in mind: Really cool things to do with kids often book up quickly, so register or buy your tickets ASAP.

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