2018 New Jersey : November & December 2018
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
(see also: 2016 - 2014 - 2011)
November 3, 2018 Holiday in Hopewell Crafts & Gift Show
Bridgeton, New Jersey
One of the largest single day arts and crafts show in South Jersey. This one day, indoor event will showcase hundreds on handmade items just in time for your Holiday shopping needs. Visitors will find everything from wreaths, candles, snowmen, reindeer art, pottery, decorated holiday trees, jewelry, gift boxes, quilts, wood working angels and so much more. The West Park United Methodist Church, 625 Shiloh Pike, Hopewell, New Jersey will host this holiday shopping event. In addittion to the handmade crafts, there will be Home Party Plans, direct sales vendors, home products and services, great food, bake goods and give a ways all day. Over 80 vendor booth spaces and free shopping bags available at the main entrance. Call 856-765-0118 with questions. November 3-4, 2018 - 9th Annual Grape Adventure Wine and Food Festival - Jackson, New Jersey
The Annual Grape Adventure features 14 wineries & vineyards. The event features Live Music, Food and Craft Vendors. Safari Packages are available for a special tasting of reserve wines at Camp Aventura in the African Plains. November 12-18, 2018 New Jersey Wine Week - Statewide, New Jersey
New Jersey Wine Week is a statewide celebration of Garden State wine making and grape growing. The budding New Jersey wine industry represents the fastest growing segment of New Jersey agriculture, and now boasts over fifty licensed wineries from Sussex County to Cape May. Celebrating New Jersey Wine means celebrating local- local business and local farming, and the vast array of benefits that these represent. November 13-14, 2018 KosherFest
Meadowlands, Secaucus, New Jersey
Kosherfest is the perfect platform to connect with buyers and sellers from across the globe to find what your business needs to succeed. See hundreds of new certified-kosher products first-hand and meet thousands of qualified buyers face-to-face, all under one roof. November 22, 2018 - THANKSGIVING DAY - Nationwide
There are so many events today, they are to numerous to list. November 23-25, 2018 Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
Statewide, New Jersey
Visit participating wineries statewide for a Thanksgiving holiday weekend of special wine tastings, pairings, entertainment and offers. November 24, 2018
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Asbury Park, New Jersey
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Asbury Park Boardwalk lights up The Grand Arcade within legendary Asbury Park Convention Hall. Doors open at 6 pm. The show begins at 7 pm. Please note, space is limited and subject to capacity. Please arrive early to ensure admission. November 30 - December 2, 2018 Annual Christkindlmarkt
Tuckerton, New Jersey
Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum. A True Christmas Village Atmosphere! Holiday market and fair under huge heated tents. Santa (of course!), craft & gift vendors, fabulous food court, horse drawn cart rides, kiddie rides, trackless train, make & take crafts, hot Gluhwein, rolling chair sleigh rides on the boardwalk, entertainment and lots of holiday fun. Wine tasting and sales by Valenzano winery. The Festival of Trees will be open for viewing. December 1-2, 2018 Weihnachtsmarkt - Sparta, New Jersey
Annual Lake Mohawk German Christmas Market. This will be the 17th year of the Market and we continue to see expansion of vendors, entertainment and authentic German food again this year. The Lake Mohawk Country Club has embraced the market and utilized further real estate down the boardwalk area in addition to the Ballroom and the Papoose room for vendors to sell their quality wares. The entertainment venues will once more be both indoors and outdoors as visitors will be serenaded by various local groups lakeside. December 2, 2018 Edible Jersey Holiday Market
Gladstone, New Jersey
The local businesses within Edible Jersey's holiday issue help to create and support sustainable communities. This year, these businesses come together for Edible Jersey's annual holiday market to sell their locally made goods. The market will take place from 11am-4pm at The Willow School in Gladstone, and will feature dozens of vendors and locally crafted products, from wines to art work to gourmet foods and much more. December 7, 2018 Old Fashioned Holiday - Boonton, New Jersey
Businesses will be open late for an evening of sales, socializing, dining, art, and shopping! December 10, 2018 - Terra Madre Day - Worldwide
A worldwide celebration of local food held every year on December 10. Through hundreds of diverse and unique events across the globe, together we show that a global food revolution grows from local roots. December 31, 2018 New Year's Eve in New Brunswick
New Brunswick, New Jersey
New Brunswick will be home to the region's most vibrant New Year's celebration - the 9th Annual Fireworks Extravaganza. A collaboration among the city's hospitality and business communities and produced by Francis Schott and Mark Pascal -- a/k/a The Restaurant Guys (owners of Stage Left Steak and Catherine Lombardi restaurants) -- New Brunswick New Year's Eve showcases the city's prowess and pride as "the capital of Central New Jersey." • Spectacular fireworks, choreographed to music by world-champion Garden State Fireworks and shot from the roof of the Heldrich Hotel • Drinks specials at downtown restaurants and bars by event sponsors Taittinger Champagne, Hendrick's Gin, Hudson Whiskey and Monkey Shoulder Scotch • DJ music in Monument Park • Extended hours at many establishments for a post-fireworks nightcap. Attendance: 5,000+. December 31, 2018
First Night Morris
Morris, New Jersey
The LARGEST First Night in New Jersey, attracting nearly 10,000 participants each year. An alcohol-free celebration of
rts and culture, First Night® Morris County attracts families, seniors, singles and anyone looking for an exciting way to ring in the New Year! First Night Morris County features more than 200 artists in over 70 performances at 23 venues throughout Morristown ranging from dance and comedy to music and children’s performers. The event has showcased rock and roll, classical, blues, jazz, opera, choral music, and so much more. December 31, 2018
First Night Ocean City
Ocean City, New Jersey
The admission price for all First Night events is only $20. Our goal is to keep First Night "family affordable" to benefit individuals and families alike. First Night offers over 60 entertainment programs ranging from popular children''s shows featuring magicians, jugglers, and puppeteers to Broadway Shows, the Fabulous Grease Band and much more. You will find entertainment that satisfies every taste and age group. To realize maximum enjoyment from First Night, plan your itinerary in advance and have a great time.
2017 New Jersey : November & December 2017
LOCAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new datesNovember 4, 2017 - CHS Project Graduation Food Truck & Music Festival
Cranford, New Jersey
11 am to 5 pm at Nomahegan Park, Springfield Avenue in Cranford. Come to the CHS Project Graduation Food Truck and Music Festival and indulge in all your favorite food fantasies, with dishes like gooey cheesesteaks, savory Australian meat pies, creamy pierogis, crispy empanadas, and sinfully delicious cupcakes. Browse unique crafters and dance to the live music. Bring beach chairs and blankets and your favorite four-legged friend for this pet-friendly outdoor event. The CHS Project Graduation Food Truck and Music Festival was created as an exciting and delicious fundraiser to help underwrite the cost of the 2018 senior class Project Graduation night. November 13, 2017 - YCS Festival of Flavors - Park Ridge, New Jersey
How to set a table with love - heal the hearts of NJ's defenseless children. Over 30 restaurants and wine vendors will showcase their signature dishes and delicious wines for you to sample while you listen to live music and participate in our elegant raffle. Sponsorship opportunities available. November 24-26, 2017 - Holiday Wine Trail - Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Villa Milagro Vineyards. Experience a little bit of Christmas in Mexico. Luminarias will light your way to our Cantina. Inside warm yourself near our wood burning stove as you enjoy traditional Mexican Christmas music. Snack on taquitos, bolas de arroz and albóndiga as you sip Gracias and our other fine wines. Then finish with a bunuelo and a taste of our special Christmas wine, Feliz Navidad.
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