Rossi is excited to announce Warren County Habitat for Humanity joining the festival along with longtime recipient Abilities of Northwest Jersey.
December 10 - 31, 2025
"Santa’s little yelpers are ready for presents!"
A shout out to Fur the Love of Dogs pet groomer in Washington for posting these adorable pictures on its Facebook page! Talk abour spreading holiday cheer!
The Christmas countdown continues, and there are still plenty of opportunities to visit with Santa (remember to scroll down to "Community Corner"), shop local, partake in festive crafty decor classes, check out live music (bonus if you wear an "ugly" holiday sweater), go on group hikes, and more.
Extra-special highlights include Hope's annual Moravian Christmas, The Watergap Singers Holiday Concert, and perennial favorite The Nutcracker presented by The New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet at Centenary Stage Company.
Hackettstown will be ringing in the New Year with its third annual M&M lentil drop, and surrounding businesses will stay open late, including Living Spirits Distillery and Czig Meister Brewing Co.
We expect this to be our last Wanderings of the year, so we wish everyone a Happy Hanukkah, Happy Christmas, Happy and Healthy New Year, and, as always, Happy Wanderings! Peace out!
Coming Up
Mackey’s Orchard, Flowerland Growers and Four Sisters Winery invite your family to enjoy a fun-filled day of Christmas trees, baked goods, wine tasting and much more along the Christmas in the Country Trail! You will receive a pair of commemorative trail wine glasses with a $10 minimum purchase an stamp from each farm. Please note Flowerland is closed Sundays and Four Sisters is closed Wednesdays. Mackey's is open daily.
Celebrate the magic of the Christmas season with us! Design your very own wreath or holiday planter with lush greens, white birch branches, berries, Christmas picks, gorgeous ribbon and more!
Experience Flowerland under the lights and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Christmas desserts, special sales & giveaways. Call 908-750-4567.
Your perfect holiday table decoration! Create a beautiful Christmas centerpiece using fresh greens and seasonal decor in this festive, hands-on workshop!
This youthful trio blend Irish traditional melodies with their own personal flair which has gained them critical acclaim and accolades including ‘New Band of the Year’ by the Irish Music Association.
Food and cocktail specials, a DJ and instructor, and boot-stompin' hardwood floors! $10 cover, ages 21+
Villa Milagro will celebrates Las Posadas, a traditional early California/Mexican celebration of the journey of Joseph and Mary in search of lodging. As they were turned away at each inn, they were offered small bites of food to sustain their travels.
Show up to Four Sisters Winery in your "ugly" holiday sweater for $5 off a souvenir mug of Warm Crimson! The winery will also be serving Red Wine Hot Chocolate as a special and homemade chicken noodle soup all weekend.
Hosted by Hope Junction Antiques, includes materials to make your own felted sheep. $30. Call 201-316-3328.
An immersive Christmas murder mystery experience that promises an evening of excitement and entertainment. Begin with an indulgent wine tasting featuring a selection of 8 exquisite wines, followed by a three-course meal.
Santa Jason is coming to town for a photo session at the Blairstown Diner.
Hope's annual Moravian Christmas features 1,500 luminaries lining the whole village. Walking tours (guided and self-guided) for a fee. Other activities include the Festival of Trees and refreshments at the Community Center, Putz replica of the Nativity Story at the Distillery, and a Live Nativity in the barn.
Wear your favorite ugly sweater, and Czig Meister will provide live music by The Tonighters, a local food vendor, and their signature Holiday Cookie Flight will be tapped up and ready to go.
Join Tiptons for food, drinks, wear your ugly Christmas sweater and you may win a prize! Harmony Garage Band plays from 9pm - 12am and there might even be a visit from Santa himself!
Czig Meister's is hosting a Holiday Pop-Up Market along with the West End Farmers' Market featuring gifts for everyone.
Create a long-lasting festive tree for your holiday table using fresh boxwood, holly and assorted winter greens. Decorate with pine cones, ribbon and berries, with a completed height of approximately 18”.
Please bring clippers.
Walk-ins are welcome for a walk-through of the museum, decorated for the season, from 2- 4pm. (Sorry, Victorian Candlelight tours are all booked.) Bring your family for a visit with Victorian Santa!
Family-friendly
Swing into the holiday season with the Water Gap Singers, who will perform a variety of seasonal music - including Vivaldi's Gloria - under the direction of Joseph Mello. Free - with goodwill offerings gratefully accepted - and a reception after the performance.
Using holly and various types of fresh greens, create a delightful centerpiece for your holiday table. Add pinecones, berries and finish with a candle and decorative bow. The approximate size is 14.”
An enchanting ballet and holiday favorite, The Nutcracker is a classic production for all ages. With the talented young dancers of the New Jersey Civic Youth Ballet, Warren County's only non-profit ballet company, and featuring professional dancers from around the world, this production is sure to delight!
Come out to Hidden Brook Ranch for Alpaca Jingle, a fluffy wonderland of cheer where adorable alpacas and delightful llamas transform into Santa's little helpers. Prepare to be dazzled as these fluffy creatures dress up as Elves and Santa himself, spreading joy and holiday cheer.
Getting tired of shopping? Wine is always an easy and welcome gift! Come on out to pick up bottles for family, friends, co-workers, neighbors and be rewarded with a small plate of holiday cookies! Complimentary cookies with bottle purchase, and volume discounts available all mont
Handmake your own ornaments or create them with someone in mind. Learn simple techniques for shaping, texturing, and customizing your pieces with paint, ribbons, and festive embellishments. No experience needed, just bring your curiosity and a willingness to get a little clay under your nails.
Come for an old fashioned singalong and performance of TubaChristmas at the Warren County Courthouse for the 15th TubaChristmas! All listeners and musicians of Euphonium, Baritone, Tuba, and Sousaphone are welcome regardless of age or experience.
Come party before the ball drops with Jungle Jazz Initiative featuring mystery guests. $15/ person.
Get ready for Hackettstown's 3rd annual NYE Blast and Celebration with businesses open late, live music, a kids zone, great eats and of course, the M&M Mars Wrigley lentil drop at midnight!
Living Spirtis presents DJ Alyssa spinning beats all night, a generous Fromage grazing table, and an open bar featuring a special menu of curated favorites crafted with our premium house-made spirits and liqueurs.
Entertainment
Brook Hollow never stops with the live music! Enjoy weekend music. Wine will be available by glass or bottle purchase.
Dec 5 - Water Street
Dec 6 - Katy Gerhold
Dec 7 - Rich Ortiz
Dec 12 - OPEN MIC NIGHT
Dec 13 - Scott Messina
Tiptons will be rockin' in December!
December 6 - Whiskey Mansion
December 12 - Tim VG
December 13 - Harmony Garage Band and UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER PARTY
December 19 - Cowboy and The Hippies
The distillery is open and jammin' with live music.
Continuing
Kathy's Kove invites everyone to shop for the holiday season at its Fair Trade market, running from November into December, Wednesday through Sunday.
It's not too late to see this spectacular show! Join Dorothy, Tinman, Cowardly Lion, Scarecrow and Toto for an adventure through this beloved tale, where a small town Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home.
Visit Well-Sweep Herb Farm at a time of year when garden fairies transform the Gift Shop into a Christmas wonderland. The greenhouse is stocked with a selection of attractive windowsill herbs, tender perennials in bloom, and unique topiaries.
Back by popular demand! Brook Hollow invites you to a Friday night Meal Deal, perfectly paired with live music and extended happy hour specials. Talk about the ultimate pairing for your night out! Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.
Godlewsky Farms is celebrating the season by inviting everyone to enjoy their shop complete with wreaths, handmade grave blankets, fresh cut trees, center pieces and more! Open Monday - Saturday 9am- 5pm and Sunday 10am-5pm.
Join Historian of Rutherfurd Hall, Joan Salvas, and a team of knowledgeable docents for an immersive experience that will transport you through the grand rooms, rich stories, and remarkable legacy of the Rutherfurd family - and their impact on local and national history. Reserve your sp
Community Corner
Help make the Footbridge Skate & Art Park a reality by bidding on some great items during this live auction. Many companie and organizations donated so take a look and make a bid!
Fun for levels, ages 12 and older! Students are $5, $15/person in advance, $20 at the door. Held in the school's cafeteria with refreshments available for purchase. Dress code: Western casual.
Enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, waffles and more for Breakfast with Santa and get your photo taken with the big guy!
Adults, $12; Kids, $6; kids under 3 are free.
Hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary.
Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church is hosting a Santaville Fair and Breakfast with Santa. There are two formal seatings, 8-9:15 and 9:30-10:45, and complimentary holiday crafts following the meal.
Help someone in need this holiday season! Santa is partnering with First Hope Bank in Blairstown to stuff the fire truck with non-perishable foods items. You can take photos with Santa, enjoy hot cocoa and live music. Santa arrives promptly at 9:30am!
Sponsored by Quick Reaction Force 22 and the American Legion, Carl D. Archer Post 528, two ceremonies to honor American's veterans will take place at Summerfield Methodist Cemetery Church in White twp and Harmony Presbyterian Church cemetery in Harmony.
Breakpoint Church and Agape Farm Ministries invite you to their annual Christmas Drive-Thru. From the comfort of your car, you will experience the story of Jesus' birth brought to life by live actors and recorded narration, and see nativity animals along the way!
Come out to Independence Fire House for a breakfast feast with Santa.
Adult $12; Senior $10
Ol' Saint Nick will be taking photos with good boys and girls and, of course, listening to their Christmas wish lists!
Enjoy a huge breakfast with Santa, take photos and pick a toy from Santa Toy Shop. Adults admission is $10, child admission is $8 and 8 and under are free.
Photos with Santa and enjoy brunch at Tiptons. Reservations are highly recommended.
$25 - Adults, $12 for children 4-12
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Good Will Fire Company received a call from the Big Man and said he'd be coming to Belvidere Saturday, December 20 to spread some holiday cheer! Listen for the sirens to come out and say hi to Santa and his elves!
Washington Borough's Green Team will be leading hikes through the Shabbecong Mountain Preserve, an 80-acre piece of land owned by the town. Join them the first and third Sundays in December, January and February. Meet at the end of Nunn Ave trailhead.
Happy Holidays from the Pizza Mia family! Any customers purchasing food to dine in or take out are welcome take pictures (with their own smartphones) with Santa and Mrs. Claus.