Christmas lights New Jersey guide: Turtle Back Zoo, Magic of Lights, Storybook Land, Smithville and more, with 2025 dates, formats and 2026 Six Flags news.
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Things To Do
Looking for things to do in NJ? Browse weekend plans, festivals, seasonal events, family outings, parks, museums and easy day trips across North, Central and South Jersey, with dates, costs and tips to help you plan.
Ice Skating Rinks in NJ: Outdoor Winter Rinks and Year-Round Arenas
Ice skating rinks in NJ: Newport Skates, Van Saun, Cooper River and other outdoor rinks, plus year-round arenas like American Dream, Codey and Mennen.
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Drive-In Theaters in NJ: The Delsea, History and Fall Season Tips
Drive-in theaters in NJ are down to one: the Delsea in Vineland. See its season, ticket and food rules, the 1933 birthplace story and drive-ins nearby.
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Cruises From NJ: Cape Liberty Port Guide, Ships and Destinations
Plan cruises from NJ out of Cape Liberty in Bayonne: Royal Caribbean and Celebrity ships, Bermuda, Bahamas and Caribbean trips, parking and tips.
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Short Getaways From NJ: 10 Weekend Trips Within 3 Hours
Short getaways from NJ within 3 hours: New Hope, the Poconos, Philadelphia, the Hudson Valley, Lancaster, Hershey, the Catskills, Mystic, Cape May and Rehoboth.
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NJ Fall Foliage 2026: Peak Dates, Best Drives and Parks
NJ fall foliage peaks mid-October in the north and late October in the south. See 2026 peak dates, the best parks and scenic drives for color.
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Haunted Places in NJ: Legends, Tours and Halloween Scares
Explore haunted places in NJ, from Clinton Road and Shades of Death Road to the Burlington County Prison Museum, plus October haunted hayrides.
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Things to Do in NJ: 20+ Best Places to Visit by Region
The best things to do in NJ, from Liberty State Park and the Water Gap to Princeton, Six Flags and Cape May. Free picks, seasons and trip tips.
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Hiking Trails in NJ: Best Hikes From the Water Gap to the Pine Barrens
The best hiking trails in NJ, from Mount Tammany and the Stairway to Heaven to High Point, the Palisades and the Batona Trail, with difficulty and safety tips.
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Smithville NJ Christmas: Light Show on the Lake and Holiday Events
Plan a Smithville NJ Christmas visit: the free Light Show on the Lake with 120+ floating trees, show hours, holiday train, Breakfast with Santa and shopping.
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