Stone Harbor’s Island Holiday can not be missed for 2023, with a Christmas Story-themed scavenger hunt, limited-edition holiday souvenirs, and even refreshments with a Chamber-sponsored pop-up bar! Check the schedule below and plan to make it an Island Holiday this year.
• Winter Wonderland Festival of Trees, Women’s Civic Club of Stone Harbor | 10am-8pm
• Stone Harbor Museum Open House | 10am-1pm
• Holiday Beach Tags for Sale, Beach Patrol Building | 10am-4pm
• Carousel & Holiday Market, Water Tower Parking Lot | 11am-5pm
• A Christmas Story, Pop Up Bar, Sponsored by the SH Chamber
of Commerce at the Water Tower Parking Lot | 11am-5pm
• A Christmas Story Scavenger Hunt, Register with the Chamber
of Commerce at the Water Tower Parking Lot | 11am-5pm
• Turning Pointe Dance Studio Performance, 96th Street | 12:45pm
• Paw Prints Pet Paw-rade (Register at Paw Prints by 11am), 96th Street | 1pm
• Reeds at Shelter Haven Tree Lighting Ceremony | 4-8pm
• Stone Harbor Tree Lighting, 96th Street | 6pm
• Merchants Hospitality Night, Stone Harbor Shopping District | 6-9pm
• Kids’ Downtown Holiday Dash, 96th Street & First Avenue | 10am
• Winter Wonderland Festival of Trees, Women’s Civic Club of Stone
Harbor | 10am-Noon
• Stone Harbor Museum Open House | 10am-1pm
• Holiday Beach Tags for Sale, Beach Patrol Building | 10am-4pm
• Carousel & Holiday Market, Water Tower Parking Lot | 11am-4pm
• A Christmas Story Scavenger Hunt, Register with the Chamber
of Commerce at the Water Tower Parking Lot | 11am-5pm
• A Christmas Story Scavenger Hunt, Register with the Chamber
of Commerce at the Water Tower Parking Lot | 11am-5pm
• Seashell Painting with Stone Harbor Recreation, Water Tower Parking Lot | Noon
• Stone Harbor Christmas Parade, Third Avenue to 96th Street | 6:30pm
Avalon is kicking off its annual holiday celebration this year, with two full days of activities for every age to enjoy. Whether you’re enjoying a brisk 5K through town, live music performances, or even a few carnival rides for the kids, Avalon is a must-stop for festive entertainment!
• Diller Home Turkey Trot 5K & 1.5-Mile Fun Walk, Avalon Community
Hall | Registration and Bib Pickup begins at 8am, Run begins at 10am.
• Holiday Beach Tag Sales, Beach Tag Booth | 10am-4pm
• Festive Friday: More than 40 family-fun activities including crafts and character visits.
Head to www.visitavalonnj.com for a full map and schedule of activity times
and locations. Here are some highlights:
• Holiday Beach Tag Sales, Beach Tag Booth | 10am-4pm
• Snowfest Saturday: Enjoy free family fun fro 27th to 20th Street and Dune Drive,
including bounce houses, obstacle courses, carnival rides, games, and more!
• Holiday Hits with the Corner Boys & Co., 27th Street and Dune Drive | 11am-4pm
• Cozy Stations with Hot Chocolate, 27th Street and Dune Drive | 11am-4pm
• Free Family Photos with Santa, Veterans Plaza | 11am-4pm
• ICONA Avalon Winter Wonderland & Ice Skating Rink | Noon-8pm
From a holiday wreath auction, shop small weekend, a winter village, and of course, a holiday parade, Sea Isle City is buzzing with holiday events, here are just a few highlights!
• Sea Isle City’s Holiday Wreath Auction & Contest - Bidding begins November 22 by
online, with wreaths on display at participating stores, ending November 25.
• Ice Skating, Friday 11am-9pm & Saturday 11am-7pm
• Holiday Vendors, Friday & Saturday 11am-6pm
• Santa Visits, Friday 12:30-1:30pm & Saturday 3:30-4:30pm
• Live Music
*Friday
*Saturday
• Shop Small Weekend, participating stores | Store Hours
• Sea Isle City Holiday Parade, Central south from 49th to 84th, to Landis Avenue | 6pm
• Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa’s Arrival, Excursion Park | 7pm