Eventful: December 2022

By: Community Magazine | December 5, 2022 |  Eventful | 

Magic of Lights

Through December 30
Sunday – Thursday: 5-10 pm | Friday – Saturday: 5-11 pm
PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel
Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience at PNC Arts Center in Holmdel featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Visit magicoflights.com/newjersey for pricing

Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar at Asbury Hotel

Every Sunday through December 18, 1-6 pm
Asbury Hotel, 210 5th Ave, Asbury Park
The Holiday Bazaar will take place at the Asbury’s indoor hall and lounge spaces & outdoor tented & heated terrace event space. Located in the middle of Asbury Park’s entertainment district, just steps from the boardwalk and beach

Holiday Harmonies

Saturday & Sunday through December 18
Downtown Red Bank
Get into the holiday spirit as you shop and enjoy performances throughout downtown on Saturday and Sundays, November 26 thru December 18! Traditional carolers, choirs, brass bands, handbells, rock, folk and jazz musicians bring their individual flavor of holiday tunes to the sidewalks of Red Bank. Performers will be stationed at various locations throughout the Red Bank business district. More information at redbank.org

2022 Bell Works Holiday Markets

Saturday through December 21
Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel
Visit Bell Works in Holmdel for a series of holiday shopping events featuring a curated collection of 75 local handmade artists. Times vary. Visit bellworksfresh.com for details

Colts Neck PTO Frosty’s Holiday Shop for Kids

Saturday, December 3, 9am- 1pm
Conover Road Primary School Cafeteria, Colts Neck
Frosty’s is an indoor event at the Primary School where kids can shop for loved ones in a safe and comfortable environment with the help of friendly elves. Children can select from a variety of gift options like mugs, keychains, magnets, ornaments, jewelry, etc. Prices range from 50¢ to $12 with most items priced at $5 or less. Gift wrapping available for an additional cost.

The Creative Arts Center Exhibit & Sale

Saturday, December 3 through Saturday, December 10, 11am- 4pm
Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft
Celebrate the original artwork of the Creative Arts Center’s students and instructors during this exhibit and sale. Admission and parking are free.

19th Century Christmas Ballads at Historic Longstreet Farm

Saturday, December 3 and 10, 1-3pm
44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel
Enjoy 19th century Christmas ballads played on the piano at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE!

The Sounds of Christmas at Historic Longstreet Farm

Sunday, December 11, 1-3pm
44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel
Celebrate the holidays taking a stroll on Longstreet Farm with the backdrop of wistful music as Larry Moser and Mary Nagin play Christmas carols on the hammered dulcimer and fiddle.

The Wag’s Christmas Spectacular

Saturday, December 17, 7pm
The Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned holiday special, and The Wag’s Christmas Spectacular is just that! Steeped in the traditions of holiday TV shows of the past, The Wag brings back the memories of these specials while putting their own unique stamp on them. Their show has all of the holiday songs that you know and love, plus dance numbers, costume changes, and comedy sketches, along with some fun surprises – including a few original Christmas/Holiday songs! Tickets are$15.00. Proceeds will be donated to The Monmouth County SPCA. Tickets available at thewagband.com/store.

Monmouth Civic Chorus’ Joy to the World

Sunday, December 18, 3pm
Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre, Count Basie Center for the Arts
The highly acclaimed annual performance of Artistic Director Dr. Ryan James Brandau’s Suite is Monmouth County’s can’t-miss musical event of the holiday season.