Celebrate the holidays with the Fair Lawn community! Explore our guide for all the events that unite us in festive spirit. Whether you're a familiar face in Fair Lawn or a fresh visitor, our guide unlocks the festive magic.
One of the highlights of the season is the Winter Wonderland in Paramus, where families can enjoy enchanting displays and seasonal activities that bring joy to all ages. The Holiday Parade of Lights and Town Hall Lighting offers a spectacular showcase of colourful floats and gorgeous decorations, marking the spirit of the season. And don't forget that Downtown for the Holidays provides a unique shopping experience, featuring local vendors and festive entertainment for everyone. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Fair Lawn
- Winter Wonderland, Paramus (Paramus)
- Downtown for the Holidays (Ridgewood)
- Holiday Parade of Lights and Town Hall Lighting
- Christmas in the Plaza Festival (Wildwood)
- Holiday Craft Morristown (Morristown)
- Lake Mohawk German Christmas Market (Augusta)
- Santa Claus Telephone
- Winter Village, Clinton (Clinton)
- Cream Ridge Winter Wonderland Market (Cream Ridge)
- Holland Ridge Farms Winter Wonderland (Cream Ridge)
See these and even more events listed below!
Fair Lawn Holiday Light Displays
Holiday Parade of Lights and Town Hall Lighting
What to Expect:
Holiday lights and festivities at the Municipal Building.
Description:
The Holiday Parade of Lights and Town Hall Lighting features emergency vehicles decked out in holiday lights, traveling from Fair Lawn Avenue to the Municipal Building. Hot chocolate and candy canes will be given out, and all children will receive a free small holiday gift bag. The event includes an outdoor skating rink, large inflatable snow globe, and winter backdrops for picture taking.
Where: Fair Lawn | More Info: Holiday Parade of Lights and Town Hall Lighting
Downtown for the Holidays
What to Expect:
Spectacular tree lighting ceremony with live entertainment and Santa.
Description:
The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce presents Downtown for the Holidays, a festive event featuring live entertainment, Santa, and a spectacular tree lighting ceremony.
Where: Ridgewood | More Info: Downtown for the Holidays
Holland Ridge Farms Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
Dazzling display of 30,000 illuminated tulips.
Description:
Holland Ridge Farms Winter Wonderland features 30,000 illuminated tulips, fresh-cut tulips, U-plant tulip bulbs, a holiday market, exclusive photo activations, festive food, and Santa's workshop with interactive activities.
Where: Cream Ridge | More Info: Holland Ridge Farms Winter Wonderland
Fair Lawn Holiday Markets and Shopping
Paramus Thanksgiving Craft Fair
What to Expect:
Large-scale showcase of handmade crafts and art by over 125 vendors.
Description:
The Paramus Thanksgiving Craft Fair at Paramus High School features over 125 vendors showcasing a variety of handmade items, including art and crafts. Admission is $3, and the event runs from 10am to 5pm.
Where: Paramus | More Info: Paramus Thanksgiving Craft Fair
Porta Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans and makers selling handmade goods and food.
Description:
The Porta Holiday Market in Asbury Park features a curated collection of 25 local handmade artists and makers selling unique gifts, food, and vintage items.
Where: Asbury Park | More Info: Porta Holiday Market
Lake Mohawk German Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Largest annual Christmas market in New Jersey with 100% of proceeds donated to local charities.
Description:
The Lake Mohawk German Christmas Market is a non-profit event in Sussex County, New Jersey, celebrating the Christmas holiday with authentic German food, drinks, and crafts. It features a large selection of vendors, live entertainment, and activities like a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Where: Augusta | More Info: Lake Mohawk German Christmas Market
Jingle Jam Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Unique blend of local shopping and holiday cheer.
Description:
The Jingle Jam Holiday Market at Mount St. Dominic Academy offers a festive shopping experience with local vendors selling holiday items, crafts, and seasonal treats. Visit with Santa and the MSDA Reindeer amidst expanded shopping hours.
Where: Caldwell | More Info: Jingle Jam Holiday Market
Holiday Craft Morristown
What to Expect:
Unique shopping experience with 175 American craft artists.
Description:
Holiday Craft Morristown is a premier shopping event featuring 175 of America's finest craft artists. Shop for unique, handmade items including original fashions, accessories, jewelry, functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal, fiber, wood, and mixed media. Enjoy handcrafted gourmet specialties and beverages. The event is held indoors at the Morristown Armory with free parking and shuttle service.
Where: Morristown | More Info: Holiday Craft Morristown
Rockaway Holiday Craft and Maker Fair
What to Expect:
Unique, locally handmade items for holiday shopping.
Description:
Shop artisan handmade jewelry, accessories, home decor, and holiday gifts at Rockaway Townsquare Mall. Browse dozens of unique, one-of-a-kind items including jewelry, handbags, fashion, handcrafted accessories, home decor, pet products, and sweet treats.
Where: Rockaway | More Info: Rockaway Holiday Craft and Maker Fair
Holiday Bazaars, Asbury Park and Long Branch
What to Expect:
Seasonal marketplace with local and regional handmade goods.
Description:
The Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar features handcrafted goods, unique holiday gifts, holiday music, and festive activities like Photos with Santa, craft workshops, and kids' activities in the Grand Arcade of Convention Hall and The Asbury Hotel.
Where: Asbury Park | More Info: Holiday Bazaars, Asbury Park and Long Branch
Winter Village, Clinton
What to Expect:
Heated, partially tented winter craft market with 50 local artisans and food trucks.
Description:
The Winter Village at the Red Mill Museum in Clinton, New Jersey, is a six-day outdoor market featuring 50 local craft artisans, activities, and food trucks. This event supports local artists and small businesses, offering a festive atmosphere with horse-drawn carriage rides and Father Christmas.
Where: Clinton | More Info: Winter Village, Clinton
Winterfest Market, Haddon Twp.
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday market with Santa photos and local artisans.
Description:
The 8th Annual Winterfest Market in Haddon Township offers a family-friendly holiday event with holiday music, fun activities for kids, and a special appearance by Santa. Enjoy unique gifts from local artisans, delicious treats from local food vendors, and seasonal brews and cocktails in the Beer Garden.
Where: Haddon Township | More Info: Winterfest Market, Haddon Twp.
Noyes Holiday Market and Gingerbread Village
What to Expect:
Unique blend of handmade crafts, holiday tunes, and festive activities.
Description:
The Noyes Holiday Market and Gingerbread Village at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University features craft vendors, photos with Santa, a gingerbread house contest, live music, a toy drive, and local food and drinks. It is a festive event for all ages with various activities and promotions.
Where: Atlantic City | More Info: Noyes Holiday Market and Gingerbread Village
Holiday Bazaar, Frenchtown
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with local vendors.
Description:
The 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar in Frenchtown, NJ, features vendor shopping, a silent auction, and a variety of holiday gifts and home decor items.
Where: Frenchtown | More Info: Holiday Bazaar, Frenchtown
Santa Spectacular Holiday Market, Hoboken
What to Expect:
Local artisans and vendors selling handmade goods.
Description:
The Santa Spectacular Holiday Market in Hoboken offers a vibrant and festive atmosphere where local artisans and vendors showcase their unique handmade goods, live music, and crafts for kids. This event is a great opportunity for residents to shop local and engage with the community.
Where: Hoboken | More Info: Santa Spectacular Holiday Market, Hoboken
Holiday Craft Fair, Hawthorne
What to Expect:
Unique handcrafted items from local vendors.
Description:
The Hawthorn Woods Annual Holiday Craft Fair features a wide variety of vendors selling unique, handcrafted items perfect for decorating your home or finding holiday gifts. Vendors offer a diverse range of products, including Christmas decorations, handmade soaps, winter accessories, and more.
Where: Hawthorne | More Info: Holiday Craft Fair, Hawthorne
Holiday Flea Market & Gift Fair, Bergenfield
What to Expect:
Extensive variety of holiday gifts and crafts.
Description:
The Bergenfield High School Holiday Flea Market & Gift Fair features approximately 75 tables offering a wide array of items, including holiday gifts, arts & crafts, health & beauty products, and more.
Where: Bergenfield | More Info: Holiday Flea Market & Gift Fair, Bergenfield
AWA Pawliday Winter Wonderland, Voorhees
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with pet-friendly activities and Santa/Grinch photo ops.
Description:
Join us at AWA for a holiday event where pets and their people can shop, eat, and participate in activities while getting pictures with Santa and the Grinch.
Where: Voorhees | More Info: AWA Pawliday Winter Wonderland, Voorhees
Christmas Market, New Brunswick
What to Expect:
Traditional Hungarian food and artisanal goods.
Description:
The Hungarian Christmas Market at the American Hungarian Foundation in New Brunswick, NJ, features a variety of Hungarian artisans and food vendors, including Hirs Sausage Market, Papp-RIKA food truck, The Chimney Cake Factory, and Euro Dough. Visitors can enjoy traditional Hungarian cuisine and shop for unique holiday gifts.
Where: New Brunswick | More Info: Christmas Market, New Brunswick
Holiday Made in Monmouth, Lincroft
What to Expect:
One-stop shopping event with local vendors.
Description:
Holiday Made in Monmouth is a free event featuring over 200 vendors showcasing a variety of locally made products, including accessories, art, food, and drink, all manufactured in Monmouth County.
Where: Lincroft | More Info: Holiday Made in Monmouth, Lincroft
Night Owl Market, Highland Park
What to Expect:
Locally-made goods by artists and artisans.
Description:
The Night Owl Market in Highland Park features local artists, artisans, and crafters selling handmade goods, offering a unique shopping experience in downtown Highland Park.
Where: Highland Park | More Info: Night Owl Market, Highland Park
Festival of Trees, Summit
What to Expect:
Collaborative fundraising event benefiting local nonprofits.
Description:
The Cashiers Festival of Trees is a family-friendly event during Thanksgiving weekend featuring decorated trees, wreaths, gift baskets, holiday shopping, children's crafts, story time, rivalry weekend football viewings, and entertaining performances.
Where: Summit | More Info: Festival of Trees, Summit
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Festival of Trees, New Brunswick
What to Expect:
Cultural tree decorations reflecting global traditions.
Description:
The Festival of Trees at the American Hungarian Foundation in New Brunswick celebrates Christmas traditions from around the world. Local organizations decorate trees with handmade ornaments, reflecting their cultural heritage. The event features special holiday musical performances and refreshments, showcasing a hybrid exhibit with trees in both the AHF gallery and downtown New Brunswick.
Where: New Brunswick | More Info: Festival of Trees, New Brunswick
Hometown Holiday, South Orange
What to Expect:
Annual tree lighting ceremony with special performances.
Description:
Join South Orange Downtown for the annual Hometown Holiday celebration, featuring free photos with Santa, holiday games, crafts, winter treats, hot chocolate, music, and a dance performance by Concepts Dance Academy. The festivities conclude with the annual tree lighting ceremony in front of 76 South Orange Ave, including special performances by the Columbia High School Choir and dance team.
Where: South Orange | More Info: Hometown Holiday, South Orange
Fair Lawn Other Holiday Activities
Santa Claus Telephone
What to Expect:
Personalized holiday calls from Santa Claus.
Description:
Santa Claus will contact children in Fair Lawn directly by telephone, making calls between 4:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. throughout the holiday season.
Where: Fair Lawn | More Info: Santa Claus Telephone
Fireworks Show
What to Expect:
Vibrant fireworks display with live music and food vendors.
Description:
The Fair Lawn Fireworks Show is a spectacular display of colorful designs and explosions honoring America's freedom. The event features music from the Asbury Fever band and vendors selling food and drink.
Where: Fair Lawn | More Info: Fireworks Show
Halloween Costume Parade
What to Expect:
Costume parade with treat bags for trick-or-treating.
Description:
The Halloween Costume Parade in Fair Lawn features a festive procession through Memorial Park, where children and adults assemble in costume and march behind a police car and the Holiday Celebrations Committee Grand Marshal. Participants receive full-size Halloween treat bags that can be used for trick-or-treating.
Where: Fair Lawn | More Info: Halloween Costume Parade
Columbus Day Holiday Contest
What to Expect:
Creative depiction of historical voyage through various mediums.
Description:
The Columbus Day Holiday Contest in Fair Lawn encourages children to creatively depict Christopher Columbus's voyage to the New World through maps, poems, or essays. Participants can use various materials like crafts, paint, and photographs to create their projects.
Where: Fair Lawn | More Info: Columbus Day Holiday Contest
Winter Wonderland, Paramus
What to Expect:
Outdoor ice skating and bumper cars in a festive setting.
Description:
Bergen County's Winter Wonderland at Van Saun Park in Paramus, NJ, offers outdoor ice skating, ice bumper cars, live entertainment, and more festive activities for all ages.
Where: Paramus | More Info: Winter Wonderland, Paramus
Breakfast with Santa at Fresh & Fancy Farm
What to Expect:
Farm-to-table breakfast with Santa.
Description:
Join Santa at Fresh & Fancy Farm for a delightful breakfast featuring farm-fresh pancakes, sausage, and fresh fruit. Enjoy orange juice, coffee, or tea while children receive crayons, coloring books, and a toy from Santa. This ticketed event is limited in capacity and includes photo opportunities with Santa.
Where: New Milford | More Info: Breakfast with Santa at Fresh & Fancy Farm
Cream Ridge Winter Wonderland Market
What to Expect:
Seasonal flower display with holiday lights.
Description:
Holland Ridge Farms presents a flower-themed holiday light show featuring millions of colorful blooms, photo props, and festive activities.
Where: Cream Ridge | More Info: Cream Ridge Winter Wonderland Market
Collingswood 2nd Saturday Winter Event
What to Expect:
Free event with local artists and musicians.
Description:
Collingswood 2nd Saturday is a monthly event featuring live music, local artists, and unique shopping and dining experiences along Haddon Avenue. Each month brings something new, with a variety of handmade art and craft displays, showcasing the community's vibrant cultural scene.
Where: Collingswood | More Info: Collingswood 2nd Saturday Winter Event
Christmas in the Plaza Festival
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with tree lightings and visits from Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
Description:
The Christmas in the Plaza Festival is a holiday celebration featuring tree lightings, parades, light shows, craft fairs, and visits from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Enjoy a variety of activities that create family memories, including bonfires, parades, and light displays.
Where: Wildwood | More Info: Christmas in the Plaza Festival
Winterfest, Hammonton
What to Expect:
Heated tent with family-friendly activities and live music.
Description:
The 2nd Annual Hammonton Rotary Club Winterfest is a free community event celebrating the holiday season with a curated craft show, delicious food vendors, family-friendly activities, and live music performances by Hammonton High School's music and choral departments. The event features a large tent, horse carriage rides, and a supervised fire pit for s'mores. Donations of unwrapped toys and nonperishable foods are accepted to support local families.
Where: Hammonton | More Info: Winterfest, Hammonton
Market & Music in Riley Park
What to Expect:
Community-driven market with live music and local vendors.
Description:
Join us at Market & Music in Riley Park for a vibrant community event featuring local vendors, live music, and food trucks. This event supports local small businesses and nonprofit organizations, fostering a sense of community and connection.
Where: Bradley Beach | More Info: Market & Music in Riley Park
Sinterklaas Day, River Edge
What to Expect:
Traditional Dutch festivities with parades and gift-giving.
Description:
Sinterklaas Day in River Edge is a cultural celebration honoring the Dutch tradition of Saint Nicholas, featuring parades, gift-giving, and festive activities.
Where: River Edge | More Info: Sinterklaas Day, River Edge
Festival of Trees, Toms River
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday event with Dr. Seuss-inspired decorations and a S'mores Bar.
Description:
The 2024 Festival of Trees at Toms River Elks Lodge #1875 features beautifully decorated artificial Christmas trees representing local non-profit organizations. The event includes Dr. Seuss-inspired designs, a S'mores Bar, light fare, and music by the Toms River Orchestra. Santa will be in attendance, and donations can be made to support participating organizations.
Where: Toms River | More Info: Festival of Trees, Toms River
WinterFest, Eastampton
What to Expect:
Victorian-themed winter celebration with various activities.
Description:
WinterFest at Historic Smithville Park in Eastampton, NJ, features a Victorian-themed celebration with activities and attractions for all ages.
Where: Eastampton | More Info: WinterFest, Eastampton
SnowFest, Plainsboro
What to Expect:
Family-friendly winter celebration with Santa, crafts, and treats.
Description:
Join us for SnowFest at the Historic Wicoff House Museum, where you can meet Santa, the Grinch, and Olaf. Enjoy crafts, games, a scavenger hunt, the museum light show, snowcones, s'mores, and hot chocolate. Celebrate winter with us and our heroes from the Plainsboro Police and Fire Departments.
Where: Plainsboro | More Info: SnowFest, Plainsboro
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Elmwood Park (3 miles)
- Paterson (3 miles)
- Ridgewood (3 miles)
- Paramus (3 miles)
- Garfield (4 miles)
- Lodi (5 miles)
- Passaic (6 miles)
- Clifton (6 miles)
- Hackensack (6 miles)
- Teaneck (7 miles)
- Bergenfield (7 miles)
- Wayne (8 miles)
- Nutley (8 miles)
- Montclair (9 miles)
- Englewood (9 miles)
- Palisades Park (9 miles)
- Bloomfield (10 miles)
- Belleville (10 miles)
- Mahwah (10 miles)
- Fort Lee (10 miles)
- Cliffside Park (11 miles)
- West Orange (11 miles)
- North Bergen (11 miles)
- Kearny (12 miles)
- Washington Heights (12 miles)
- Yonkers (12 miles)
- West New York (12 miles)
- Union City (12 miles)
- East Orange (13 miles)
- Kings Bridge (13 miles)
- Morningside Heights (13 miles)
- Morris Heights (13 miles)
- Spring Valley (13 miles)
- Orange (13 miles)
- University Heights (13 miles)
- Harlem (13 miles)
- Tremont (13 miles)
- Fordham (13 miles)
- Livingston (14 miles)
- Manhattan (14 miles)
- Morrisania (14 miles)
- Melrose (14 miles)
- East Harlem (14 miles)
- Hell's Kitchen (14 miles)
- East Tremont (14 miles)
- Mott Haven (14 miles)
- Newark (14 miles)
- Hoboken (15 miles)
- Wakefield (15 miles)
- Jersey City (15 miles)
- The Bronx (15 miles)
- Irvington (15 miles)
- Van Nest (15 miles)
- Mount Vernon (16 miles)
- Hunts Point (16 miles)
- Astoria (16 miles)
- Parkchester (16 miles)
- Gramercy Park (16 miles)
- New City (16 miles)
- Maplewood (16 miles)
- Greenburgh (16 miles)
- Parsippany (16 miles)
- East Village (16 miles)
- Long Island City (17 miles)
- Unionport (17 miles)
- New York City (17 miles)
- Chinatown (17 miles)
- Sunnyside (17 miles)
- Hillside (17 miles)
- Financial District (17 miles)
- Millburn (17 miles)
- Greenpoint (18 miles)
- Woodside (18 miles)
- West Milford (18 miles)
- Union (18 miles)
- Jackson Heights (18 miles)
- Williamsburg (18 miles)
- Throgs Neck (18 miles)
- College Point (18 miles)
- Brooklyn Heights (18 miles)
- East Elmhurst (19 miles)
- Bayonne (19 miles)
- Maspeth (19 miles)
- Whitestone (19 miles)
- Elmhurst (19 miles)
- Corona (19 miles)
- Elizabeth (20 miles)
- Summit (20 miles)
- Park Slope (20 miles)
- Middle Village (20 miles)
- White Plains (20 miles)
- Bushwick (20 miles)
- Ridgewood (20 miles)
- Rego Park (21 miles)
- Ossining (21 miles)
- Glendale (21 miles)
- Roselle (21 miles)
- Sunset Park (21 miles)
- Cranford (21 miles)
- Forest Hills (21 miles)
- Kew Gardens Hills (22 miles)
- Flatbush (22 miles)
- Harrison (22 miles)
- Kensington (22 miles)
- Bayside (22 miles)
- Cypress Hills (22 miles)
- Brooklyn (22 miles)
- Brownsville (22 miles)
- Borough Park (22 miles)
- East Flatbush (22 miles)
- Westfield (22 miles)
- Woodhaven (22 miles)
- Fresh Meadows (23 miles)
- Linden (23 miles)
- Fort Hamilton (23 miles)
- Richmond Hill (23 miles)
- Dyker Heights (23 miles)
- East New York (23 miles)
- Briarwood (23 miles)
- Queens (24 miles)
- Ozone Park (24 miles)
- Canarsie (24 miles)
- Scotch Plains (24 miles)
- New Springville (24 miles)
- Bath Beach (24 miles)
- Hillside (24 miles)
- Rahway (24 miles)
- Jamaica (24 miles)
- Randolph (24 miles)
- Flatlands (24 miles)
- Bensonhurst (24 miles)
- Port Chester (25 miles)
- Hollis (25 miles)
- South Ozone Park (25 miles)
- Howard Beach (25 miles)
- Queens Village (25 miles)
- Gravesend (25 miles)
- Carteret (26 miles)
- Plainfield (26 miles)
- Sheepshead Bay (26 miles)
- Coney Island (26 miles)
- Staten Island (26 miles)
- North Plainfield (26 miles)
- Peekskill (27 miles)
- Glen Cove (27 miles)
- Brighton Beach (27 miles)
- Cambria Heights (27 miles)
- Great Kills (27 miles)
- Basking Ridge (27 miles)
- Springfield Gardens (27 miles)
- Elmont (27 miles)
- Laurelton (27 miles)
- Woodrow (28 miles)
- Kiryas Joel (28 miles)
- Rosedale (28 miles)
- Franklin Square (29 miles)
- South Plainfield (29 miles)
- Valley Stream (29 miles)
- Garden City (30 miles)
- Far Rockaway (30 miles)
- Perth Amboy (31 miles)
- Hempstead (31 miles)
- Stamford (32 miles)
- Rockville Centre (32 miles)
- Edison (33 miles)
- Uniondale (33 miles)
- Oceanside (33 miles)
- Piscataway (34 miles)
- North Stamford (34 miles)
- Baldwin (34 miles)
- East Meadow (34 miles)
- Hicksville (34 miles)
- Sayreville Junction (34 miles)
- Freeport (35 miles)
- Long Beach (35 miles)
- Sayreville (35 miles)
- New Brunswick (36 miles)
- Bridgewater (36 miles)
- Darien (36 miles)
- Somerset (36 miles)
- Merrick (36 miles)
- Plainview (37 miles)
- Middletown (38 miles)
- Middletown (38 miles)
- Huntington Station (38 miles)
- Old Bridge (38 miles)
- East Brunswick (38 miles)
- South Old Bridge (39 miles)
- Massapequa (39 miles)
- Newburgh (39 miles)
- East Norwalk (40 miles)
- Hillsborough (41 miles)
- Copiague (42 miles)
- East Northport (42 miles)
- Dix Hills (43 miles)
- Westport (43 miles)
- Lindenhurst (43 miles)
- West Babylon (43 miles)
- Marlboro (44 miles)
- Deer Park (44 miles)
- Commack (44 miles)
- Long Branch (45 miles)