Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
Holiday Trolley, Jingle Bell Run, Concerts: This Weekend In Monmouth County
Looking for something new to do? Here’s what’s happening in Monmouth County this weekend:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Hometown Holidays
Discover the best holiday lights, tree lightings, parades and festive celebrations happening near you
Newark, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Holiday Cheer + Rock Concert + Teddy Bears
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|News|
Downtown Manhattan Beach Holiday Window Contest Winners Announced
Winners were announced for four categories, including most creative and best traditional holiday.
Daniella Segura, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
Redondo Beach Bustles With People As Riviera Village Holiday Stroll Kicks Off Season
The line to take a photo with Grinch was just as long — if not longer — than the one to snap a pic with the jolly man in red.
Daniella Segura, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull To Hold Menorah Lighting At Town Hall
A menorah lighting event is scheduled to take place this month at Town Hall in Trumbull.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|News|
Gov. McKee To Host Holiday Open House For Rhode Islanders
Gov. McKee invited Rhode Islanders to visit the State House for a holiday open house later this month.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These 10 SoCal Events
A Patch guide to festive holiday events for December in Southern California.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|Press Release|
Public Menorah Lighting & 'Chanukah Village' Celebration Scheduled In Fairfield
The event will be hosted by Chabad of Fairfield.
Portsmouth, NH|News|
'Officer Friendly' Semprini Is The 2025 Grand Marshall Portsmouth's Illuminated Holiday Parade
Former Portsmouth Police Officer Kevin Semprini is retiring after 46 years. Mayor Deaglan McEachern called him an inspiring person.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Radnor, PA|News|
Christmas In Wayne Promises A Weekend Of Seasonal Fun
Don't miss Santa Claus, the Wayne Christmas tree lighting, the new Wayne Winter Ice Rink, and more this weekend in downtown Wayne.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
North Andover, MA|News|
'Cram-A-Cruiser' This Weekend In North Andover
Help police cram their cruisers with non-perishable food items and personal care items to benefit the Merrimack Valley YMCA Food Program.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|News|
7 Fun Things To Do This Weekend In Bucks Co.
This weekend is packed with holiday fun from parades and tree lighting ceremonies to house tours and craft shows.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk To Hold 2025 Holiday Extravaganza Event
The city's annual Holiday Extravaganza event will transform South Norwalk into a festive gathering with activities, performances and more.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These 10 Northern CA Events
A Patch guide to festive holiday events for December in the Bay Area and beyond.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|News|
'Storybook Winter Wonderland': Winterfest Returns To King Of Prussia
Santa photos, a bubble house, trackless train rides, choir performances, and at least six different types of espresso martinis. Details:
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
North Caldwell Holiday Event: Tree Lighting, Santa Photos, Entertainment
North Caldwell’s 2025 “Joy, Peace and Goodwill holiday celebration” will take place on Dec. 7.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Holiday Markets Come To Hoboken's West Side For 3 Weeks: See Lineup
There'll be concerts, a hot drink bar, local art, bounce houses, and more than 70 vendors at Hoboken's holiday markets. See the schedules.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem Offers Parking Ticket Amnesty For Food Donations
The annual "Peas for Fees" program will waive $30 in parking ticket violations for those who donate two cans of food.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These Philly-Area Events
We've rounded up 10 holiday events and activities for people of all ages happening in the Philadelphia region.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Holiday Flea Market Returns To Lackawanna Station: 2025 Events
The flea market features more than 100 rotating vendors with handmade gifts, vintage treasures, food – and some holiday ambiance.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Christmas And Holiday Fairs, Auctions, Breakfasts With Santa, And Other Events This Weekend In New Hampshire
Craft workshops; sip and shops; java and jazz; tree lightings; pancakes; small business expo; orchestra performs; cookies; and much more.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Greater Manassas Christmas Parade 2025: Route, What To Know
The 79th annual parade is a favorite tradition in downtown Manassas. Here's what you need to know about attending and getting around.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Roxborough-Manayunk, PA|News|
Manayunk Haunted House Getting Christmas Twist For One Weekend Only
Manayunk's Lincoln Mill Haunted House for two nights only will transform into a terrifying Christmas experience.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
2025 Guide To Holiday Light Displays In MD
Patch has the scoop on where you can see dazzling Christmas light displays this holiday season across Maryland. Check out these photos.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
Holiday Market Comes to Jersey City Heights
A holiday market comes to Jersey City Heights this weekend with live music, a Santa visit, photo booth, and more.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Christmas Wonderland Tree Returns To Vienna Real Estate Team's Office
The Casey Samson Team Christmas display is back, filling the space with holiday decorations. Here's when you can visit.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
NJ Devils Players Visit Local Hospitals To Spread Holiday Cheer (PHOTOS)
Together, the hockey ambassadors delivered gifts, signed autographs and took photos with eager sports fans.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
NBA Pulls Out All The Stops For A Grand Holiday Parade In Newtown
Jam-packed parade day will feature Santa's Village, celebrity guests, festive floats, marching bands, and a Classic Movies Theme.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These 11 Massachusetts Events
Many of these events and activities are ingrained in Bay State history and cultural identity.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
The Holidays Arrive In Melrose Friday With Weekend-long Celebration
The Home for the Holidays weekend is put forth by the Melrose Chamber of Commerce.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Holiday Safety Tips From Livingston Fire Chief: Xmas Trees, Fireplaces, Carbon Monoxide
Nearly half of holiday decoration fires happen when decorations are placed too close to a heat source. See other crucial tips from the LFD.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford Downtown Expands Winter Lighting Program For 2025-2026
The display runs from mid-November through mid-March, creating a vibrant backdrop for residents, workers, and visitors to Stamford.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Fort Lee, NJ|News|
Winter Wonderland Returns To Bergen County With Ice Skating, Carousel, Tree Lighting, Concerts
The annual wintertime family destination at Van Saun Park continues with live music, skating, a tree lighting, and more this weekend.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These 21 Tampa Bay Events
These 21 holiday events in the Tampa Bay area include boat parades, winter festivals, menorah lightings, Kwanzaa celebrations and markets.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These 12 Maryland Events
There's plenty to see and do across Maryland to help usher in the holidays, from menorah lightings to visits with Santa.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These 15 Northern Virginia Events
From a parade and waterskiing Santa to Christmas fireworks and Hanukkah festival, here's what the season will bring in Northern Virginia.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Secaucus Offers 3 Bus Rides To Look At Christmas Lights, Not Just For Seniors
Let the town drive you and friends around for free. And these rides are not just for senior citizens!
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Community High School Students Offer Holiday Gift Wrapping To Community For Donations
Let the elves from the EPCHS class of 2028 take care of all your holiday gift wrapping, Dec. 10-Dec. 12. Donations welcome.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Home For The Holidays? Take In These 10 GA Events
A parade, a dog adoption event, free food and a holiday market will ring in the holiday season in Georgia.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|News|
Santa Crawl To Raise Money For CASA Project Worcester County
The crawl makes stops throughout the historic Canal District.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
