Thanksgiving Weekend Events in Avalon, Stone Harbor, & Sea Isle City

Thanksgiving Weekend Events in Avalon, Stone Harbor, & Sea Isle City

This Thanksgiving weekend promises festive delights in Stone Harbor, Avalon, and Sea Isle City with shopping, performances, live music, and of course, a visit from Santa himself. From ice skating to cozy stations, scavenger hunts, and holiday decor, each town offers a unique blend of activities, ensuring a joyful start to the holiday season on the New Jersey shore.

Stone Harbor, NJ

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.

Friday, Nov. 24

•    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


Saturday, Nov. 25

•    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, NJ

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!

Friday, Nov. 24

•   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 Hits with the Corner Boys & Co., 27th Street and Dune Drive | 11am-4pm
  • Photos with Christmas Minnie, Spa Avalon | 11am-1pm
  • Complimentary Coconut Macaroons, 27th Street Bakery, 12pm-2pm
  • Photos with Barbie, Colmar Kitchen Studio | 1-3pm
  • Mermaid Glam Bar & Airbrush Tattoos, The Princeton | 2-4pm
  • ICONA Avalon Winter Wonderland & Ice Skating Rink | Noon-8pm
  • Christmas Tree Lighting, Veterans Plaza | 5pm
  • Movie on the Beach “The Polar Express,”, 30th Street Beach, 6:30pm

Saturday, Nov. 25

•   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

Sea Isle City, NJ

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!

November 22-25

   Sea Isle City’s Holiday Wreath Auction & Contest - Bidding begins November 22 by

       online, with wreaths on display at participating stores, ending November 25.

November 24 & 25 - Winter Village at the Ludlam

•   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

  • DJ Music, 2-6pm
  • Jim Bannach, 3-7pm
  • Matt Quinton, 7:30-11:30pm

*Saturday

  • Celtic Christmas Music, 1-3pm
  • Dueling Pianos, 5-9pm
  • Matt Quinton, 2:30-6:30pm
  • Kingsley, 7-11pm

Friday, Nov. 24

•   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