The Top 9 Spectacular Christmas Towns in New Jersey🎅

Christmas Towns To Visit In New Jersey This Holiday Season

It's just a few weeks until Christmas and you are probably planning some holiday day trips to go and visit some of the best Christmas destinations. Maybe you are not familiar with some of the best Christmas towns in New Jersey. We have a list of the Top 9 that are right here in the Garden State.

Only In Your State posted a list of the Top 9 Spectacular Christmas Towns in New Jersey. "Almost every New Jersey town has its own holiday celebration, some are more spectacular than others. West Orange has an incredible light show at Turtle Back Zoo and Wall offers something similarly spectacular. This list focuses not on singular events, but on specific villages around Christmas in NJ with the most magnificent myriad of holiday celebrations."

TOP 9 CHRISTMAS TOWNS IN NEW JERSEY

9. Medford

"The last on our list of the best Christmas towns in New Jersey is Medford. Most of the magic in Medford happens at Johnson's Corner Farm. Enjoy visits with Santa, a holiday lights hayride, a lovely light show on the lake, roast s'mores, decorating Christmas cookies, and so much more!"

8. Atlantic City

"The casinos are splendidly decked out with holiday lights, the town itself offers a 30-foot tree to enjoy, and, of course, we can't forget the Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt at the Tanger Outlets. Boardwalk Hall features its Deck the Hall - Gallery of Trees at which each tree is sponsored and money is raised for a children's charity."

7. Princeton

"Take a history walking tour through The Historical Society of Princeton and see holiday lights while learning some of the area's history."

6. Red Bank

"This trendy town is offering a wide range of holiday activities including a Christmas scavenger hunt, holiday horse and carriage rides, and carolers in the downtown district. Visit Santa at the Galleria or watch one of many holiday productions at the Count Basie Theatre."

5. Chester

"The historic village of Chester is full of holiday cheer! Meet Santa on one of the Chester Visits With Santa events, attend the Festival of Trees and the Holiday Parade, or have brunch with Santa at Alstede Farms."

4. Ocean City

"Be sure to check out the festive and fantastical Christmas Parade, tree lightings, visits and photos with Santa, FREE horse and carriage rides on weekends, and seasonal performances presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company."

3. Morristown

"Be sure not to miss the Christmas Festival on the Morristown Green."

2. Historic Smithville (Galloway)

"Besides offering amazing shops for all your holiday needs, Historic Smithville hosts its fantastic Light Show on the Lake. Orchestrated to music, the event is made even more magical by the reflections on the water."

1. Cape May

"The nation's first summer resort, Cape May is also a winter wonderland. The charming Victorian homes are splendidly decorated and visitors can take holiday house tours by candlelight."

All of these towns have a fantastic Christmas vibe and every single one in the Top 9 deserves a day trip. Maybe check out the Christmas hot spots, go out for a meal, and make it a "Christmas" day trip.