Santa Claus Is Coming To Moorestown For Christmas In July

MOORESTOWN, NJ — It’s not snowing, and temperatures have hovered close to 100 degrees, but for Burlington County, Christmas in July is right around the corner. Santa Claus will make a special guest appearance during the county’s “Christmas in July” celebration at the Burlington County Farmers’ Market on Saturday, July 22.

The Burlington County Farmers’ Market is located at 500 Centerton Road in Moorestown. The event is co-hosted by the county and Marine Corps League Detachment #695.

“Every year, the Marine Corps League Detachment #695 from Burlington, collects new, unwrapped toys for their Toys for Tots toy drive to be distributed during the holidays,” Burlington County Freeholder Linda Hughes said. “This free family-friendly event is a fun way to get into the holiday spirit early and support a good cause.”

Santa will make a special guest appearance at 11:30 a.m., arriving in style, in a red convertible guided by his “reindeer” from the Warriors’ Watch Riders motorcycle group. Warriors’ Watch provides motorcycle escorts for military units returning from war, for units deploying, and for individual warriors coming home or going off. In this case, the special guest is Jolly Old Saint Nick.

There will be plenty to do before Santa arrives, as the festivities begin at 8:30 a.m. There will be live music by Adelante. A “Tea for All” cooking demonstration at 10 a.m. gives attendees the chance to learn how to make Christmas Spiced Iced Tea Lattes.

“Visitors should be on the lookout for local vendors joining in on the festivities with unique holiday items as they browse the market’s seasonally fresh local fruits and veggies, baked goods and more,” Hughes said.

The Burlington County Farmers’ Market is open 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday through October. For a complete list of all vendors and upcoming programs visit: www.burlcoagcenter.com or call 856-642-3850.

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