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Belleville Christmas 2024

The best holiday event site on earth.

Organize your holiday fun in Belleville with our guide. We’ve gathered all the top festive events and activities. Whether you're a Belleville regular or a once-in-a-lifetime visitor, this guide maximizes your festive potential.

This season, visitors can stroll through the stunning displays at the Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms, where twinkling lights create a magical atmosphere. The Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights offer a unique experience with mesmerizing light displays alongside opportunities to enjoy animal exhibits. And the South Jersey Holiday Light Show is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring a drive-through experience that dazzles with festive cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Top Holiday Events In and Around Belleville

  1. Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms (Hillsdale)
  2. Smithville Village’s Holiday Light Show (Galloway)
  3. South Jersey Holiday Light Show (Holmdel)
  4. Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights (West Orange)
  5. Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center (Holmdel)
  6. Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru (East Brunswick)
  7. Santa on the Square
  8. Santa Parade
  9. FREE Horse-drawn Trolley Rides
  10. Downtown Cookie Stroll

See these and even more events listed below!

Belleville Holiday Light Displays

Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms

What to Expect:

Guided holiday light tour with Santa and s'mores.

Description:

At Demarest Farms, take a guided tour through 32 acres of brilliant holiday light displays. Warm up by the fire pit and enjoy hot cocoa and treats in the retail farm market. Take pictures with Santa, make your own s'mores, and listen to Santa's singing reindeer.

Tags: holiday lights, Demarest Farms, Santa, s'mores, holiday activities

Where: Hillsdale | More Info: Orchard of Lights at Demarest Farms

Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights

What to Expect:

Holiday celebration in a zoo setting

Description:

Take a winter stroll through the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo under the sparkling lights of winter and animal characters. Enjoy activities like face painting, a s’mores station, and photo ops with Santa. The event features various zoo exhibits, including the carousel, touch tank, reptile house, farm, and train.

Tags: holiday lights, zoo events, family activities, seasonal activities, Essex County Zoo

Where: West Orange | More Info: Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights

South Jersey Holiday Light Show

What to Expect:

Dazzling drive-through holiday light display with life-sized dinosaurs and a Bigfoot Monster Truck.

Description:

South Jersey Holiday Light Show features a spectacular drive-through display of over a million lights, including life-sized dinosaurs and a towering Bigfoot Monster Truck. Guests can enjoy their favorite holiday scenes and characters from the comfort of their vehicles.

Tags: holiday lights, drive-through display, life-sized dinosaurs, Bigfoot Monster Truck, festive lights

Where: Holmdel | More Info: South Jersey Holiday Light Show

Smithville Village’s Holiday Light Show

What to Expect:

Synchronized light and sound show on historic lake.

Description:

Smithville Village’s Holiday Light Show features over 120 floating Christmas trees decorated with more than 50,000 lights, synchronized to popular holiday music, creating a dazzling display across Lake Meone.

Tags: Christmas lights, holiday music, synchronized display, festive atmosphere, family-friendly event

Where: Galloway | More Info: Smithville Village’s Holiday Light Show

Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center

What to Expect:

Dazzling drive-through holiday light display with iconic characters.

Description:

At PNC Bank Arts Center, Magic of Lights features over 2 million sparkling lights, including a 32-foot-tall animated Holiday Barbie and life-sized dinosaurs in Prehistoric Christmas. The event offers a drive-through experience with various holiday scenes and characters, allowing guests to enjoy the festive atmosphere from the comfort of their vehicles.

Tags: holiday lights, drive-through, festive, holiday scenes, animated displays

Where: Holmdel | More Info: Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center

Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru

What to Expect:

Synchronized light and sound show with 30-foot tall Christmas trees and holiday character displays.

Description:

Over 1.5 million lights are animated to some of your favorite holiday tunes in a ½ mile drive-through experience at Winter WonderLights in East Brunswick, New Jersey.

Tags: holiday lights, drive-through light show, animated lights, Christmas lights, holiday display

Where: East Brunswick | More Info: Winter Wonderlights Spectacular Drive-Thru

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FREE Horse-drawn Trolley Rides

What to Expect:

Historic downtown tour on a horse-drawn trolley.

Description:

Take a leisurely ride through historic downtown Belleville on a 26-passenger horse-drawn trolley, passing by beautifully decorated Public Square and unique shopping and dining districts.

Tags: horse-drawn trolley, holiday tour, downtown Belleville, Christkindlmarkt

Where: Belleville | More Info: FREE Horse-drawn Trolley Rides

Belleville Holiday Shows and Entertainment

Santa on the Square

What to Expect:

Iconic Santa house in a lively holiday parade setting.

Description:

Santa on the Square is a beloved holiday event where Santa Claus resides in Belleville's Public Square, welcoming visitors with festive floats, marching bands, and dance groups.

Tags: Santa Parade, Holiday Event, Public Square, Festive Activities

Where: Belleville | More Info: Santa on the Square

Belleville Other Holiday Activities

Santa Parade

What to Expect:

Largest holiday parade in Southern Illinois with floats, marching bands, and dance groups.

Description:

Join the family-friendly Santa Parade in downtown Belleville, featuring floats, marching bands, and dance groups, welcoming Santa to town with festive activities.

Tags: Santa Parade, Holiday Parade, Downtown Belleville, Family-Friendly Event, Floats, Marching Bands, Dance Groups

Where: Belleville | More Info: Santa Parade

Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash

What to Expect:

Family-friendly holiday event with a kids' dash.

Description:

The Belleville Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash is a festive event featuring a 5K run/walk through downtown Belleville, accompanied by a kids' dash where young runners compete against Sam the Gingerbread Man. Participants receive long sleeve tee shirts, finish line photos, and sweet treats along the course.

Tags: 5K run, kids' dash, holiday event, family-friendly, Belleville, Illinois

Where: Belleville | More Info: Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash

Collecting over two dozen tasty Christmas cookies while exploring Downtown Belleville.

Stroll through Downtown Belleville to visit quaint shops and local restaurants while collecting over two dozen tasty Christmas cookies. Enjoy the German Christkindlmarkt, gingerbread displays, a horse-drawn trolley, and the Santa house.

Tags: Christmas cookies, holiday event, downtown Belleville, German Christkindlmarkt, holiday festivities

Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk

What to Expect:

Candle-lit walk through historic neighborhood.

Description:

Take a candle-lit walk through the historic Abend and Garfield Streets neighborhood, enjoying the beautifully decorated homes and historic architecture.

Tags: candle-lit walk, historic neighborhood, holiday event, Belleville Historical Society, St. Clair County Historical Society.

Where: Belleville | More Info: Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk

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