Winterfest/Candlelight Shopping: South Jersey Christmas Events

Here's a look at some upcoming events, courtesy our friends at Visit South Jersey:

A Victorian Christmas
December 20, 21, 22, & 23 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Historic Smithville Mansion, Eastampton

Enjoy the splendor of Christmas past with a guided holiday tour of Historic Smithville Mansion, lavishly decorated in the grand Victorian style! Daily tours run at 1 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM. Special Candlelight Tours will take place on December 20, 23, 27 and 30. For more information, call (609) 261-3295.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/a-victorian-christmas-at-the-mansion-at-smithville/
Link: http://www.smithvillemansion.org/

WinterFest Ice Skating
December 20, 21, 22 & 23 | Times Vary
Cooper River Park, Cherry Hill

Cooper River Park has once again transformed into a winter wonderland with tasty treats and ice skating family fun! WinterFest is the perfect place to spend your holiday nights skating with friends and family. While you're there, make sure you visit The Lodge and Winter Forest! New this year, there are arcade games in the heated tent and outdoor games for families to enjoy when they are off the ice. WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River is open Thursday through Sunday from now until February 18, 2019.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/winterfest-at-cooper-river/
Link: http://www.camdencounty.com/service/parks/winterfest-ice-skating-cooper-river/

Jingle, Mingle & Kringle
December 20, 21 & 22 | 6 PM - 9 PM
Downtown Hammonton

Jingle, Mingle and Kringle is Downtown Hammonton's sparkling three-day holiday event that kicks off with Third Thursday on December 20th! The event features the first ever Kris Kringle Mart with local artisans and their handmade wares, in addition to a Holiday Cookie Tour, live holiday music, and more!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/jingle-mingle-kringle/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2199770876722842/

A Christmas Story
December 20, 21 & 22 | 8 PM
Haddonfield Plays & Players, Haddonfield

A young boy named Ralphie Parker only wants one thing for Christmas - a Red Ryder BB gun. However, he's not sure he will ever make it to Christmas, between his brother Randy and the school bully Scut Farkus. Whenever he tells someone how much he wants it, they tell him that he will shoot his eye out and refuse to get it for him. Even the department store Santa Claus tells him the same thing. The show runs through December 22.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/a-christmas-story/
Link: http://www.haddonfieldplayers.com/shows/2018/05_AChristmasStory.php

Scrooge the Musical
December 21, 22, & 23 | Showtimes Vary
The Ritz Theatre Company, Haddon Township

This is the final weekend to see Scrooge the Musical at The Ritz Theatre Company! The musical stars Bruce Curless as Ebenezer Scrooge surrounded by an all new cast as they bring this holiday classic to life on stage. Bring your whole family to see this classic Dickens tale filled with music and dance. It's holiday fun for everyone!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/scrooge-the-musical/
Link: http://www.ritztheatreco.org/show/scrooge-the-musical-4/

Haddonfield Candlelight Shopping
Friday, December 21 | 5 PM - 9 PM
Downtown Haddonfield

Experience this annual event in one of South Jersey's best places to live! Every Friday night knock those gifts off your holiday list by shopping small on Haddonfield's main strip and side streets! Enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, live entertainment, and carriage rides!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/haddonfield-candlelight-shopping-9/
Link: https://downtownhaddonfield.com/

What's For Dinner Friday
Friday, December 21 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Auburn Road Vineyards, Pilesgrove

Come experience the great food, fine wine, and relaxed Enoteca atmosphere! This week's entree is Fettuccine Alfredo with Grilled Chicken! Enjoy Auburn Road's version of the world famous alfredo sauce over Severino's fettuccine and grilled chicken. Tastes great with a glass of their Coeur D'est blend, Eidolon! There will also be special music by Chris Farrell. Reservations are required.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/whats-for-dinner-friday-48/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2177585842567837/

Friday Live Music Series
Friday, December 21 | 6 PM - 9 PM
Sharrott Winery, Hammonton

Come enjoy wine and live music at Sharrott Winery! Live music will be in Sharrott's new tasting room with indoor and outdoor seating available. Wine tastings are $10 per person and include six samples of Sharrott's award-winning wines. They also have delicious food options and gourmet flatbreads from their new wine bar menu. Can't make it out on Friday? Don't worry, Sharrott Winery has live music performances every Saturday and Sunday as well!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/friday-live-music-series-22/
Link: https://sharrottwinery.com/events/friday-live-music-series-brian-mindy-dec-21/

Wine & Music Series: Live Music
Friday, December 21 | 7 PM - 10 PM
Summit City Winery, Glassboro

Summit City Winery believes that wine and live music make a perfect pair! Join them for an enjoyable evening of live music and great wine. No cover. You are welcome to bring your own food. Can't make it out? Don't worry! Country Night will be on Saturday!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/wine-music-series-live-music-14/
Link: http://summitcityfarms.com/Events_Schedule.php

Christmas at Cowtown
Saturday, December 22 | 8 AM - 4 PM
Cowtown Rodeo, Pilesgrove

Join Cowtown for a special holiday market that features hundreds of indoor and outdoor vendors with seasonal goods, toys, clothes, electronics, crafts, antiques, food, and more! Enjoy special activities such as visiting with Santa, hayrides, specialty food trucks, barrel train rides, a bounce house, pony rides, and holiday music. The market will be open rain, snow, or shine.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/christmas-at-cowtown/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2161049557448653/

Brunch with Santa
Saturday, December 22 | 10 AM - 2 PM
Camden Children's Garden, Camden

Let's brunch with Santa Claus at the Camden Children's Garden! This fun-filled event features brunch, a train ride on the Polar Express, holiday crafting, and a hot chocolate bar! There will be two seatings, 10 AM and 12:30 PM. Reservations are required.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/brunch-with-santa-3/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/352123208875321/

Holiday Glass in the Studio
Saturday, December 22 | 11 AM - 4 PM
WheatonArts, Millville

Venture down to the WheatonArts Glass Studio to be amazed as the glass artists create holiday-themed glass objects, large and small, throughout the day! Visitors can see other holiday glass objects on display, including the record-breaking giant glass ornament, glass fruitcake, the world's largest glass turkey drumstick, and a 5'7" tall glass menorah.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/holiday-glass-in-the-studio-3/
Link: http://www.wheatonarts.org/calendar-eventon/events/

Holly Jolly Weekend
December 22 & 23 | 11 AM - 4 PM
Valenzano Winery, Shamong

Join Valenzano Winery for one last stop on your holiday trail! They'll be decking the halls and prepping the punch for a weekend of fresh baked Christmas sweets, holiday music, and an array of artisan vendors who all hope to offer that perfect last minute addition to your list! Admission is $10 at the door for all attendants and includes wine tasting, access to the vendors and an opportunity to grab a table and your favorite bottle of wine!

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/holly-jolly-weekend-2/
Link: https://valenzanowine.com/event/holly-jolly-weekend-2/2018-12-22/

WinterFest at Diggerland
December 22 & 23 | 11 AM - 5 PM
Diggerland USA, West Berlin

WinterFest at Diggerland is an on-going winter festival! Your membership or general admission ticket grants you access to all rides and heavy machinery attractions, plus the additional experiences and programming that encompass this month-long festival. Enjoy holiday hay rides, a holiday parade, bonfires, ornament decorating, and so much more! WinterFest takes place on Saturdays and Sundays through December 30th.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/winterfest-at-diggerland-4/
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1948832241902381/

The Grinch Who Stole Gewurtzaminer
Saturday, December 22 | 11 AM - 6 PM
white Horse Winery, Hammonton

The Grinch will be causing trouble at White Horse Winery! Come enjoy a glass of Gewurztraminer while listening to some lovely holiday tunes by Nicki Sbaffoni. White Horse Winery's live performances are held in their spacious tasting room or on their outdoor patio depending upon weather.

VSJ Link: https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/the-grinch-who-stole-gewurztraminer/
Link: https://www.whitehorsewinery.com/live-music-calendar

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