January 2022 Events & Things To Do

Jurassic Quest's Epic Indoor Event
Wednesday - Sunday, December 29, 2021 - January 2, 2022
New Jersey Convention & Expo Center
97 Sunfield Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837
Website/Tickets
Tickets must be purchased online. Tickets are for timed entry.
Ticket Prices depend on options: from; $19 - $36
See over 100 life size animatronic dinosaurs including Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, T-Rex and an incredible 50 foot long Megalodon. Jurassic Quest is the world's largest, most popular dino event on tour with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family. Meet our trainers, baby dinos and see our walking dinosaurs in live interactive show. You don't want to miss the dinosaur rides, giant fossil dig, animal art tattoo, inflatables, science stations, crafts, games & MORE!
Quest Packs are a great add-on to your Jurassic Experience! The Explorer Pack comes with 3 dinosaur surprises. The Tracker Pack comes with 3 dino surprises PLUS crafts and activities to do at home. The Trainer Pack is the best value and includes 6 Incredible Dinosaur Surprises PLUS crafts and activities to take and do at home.

Let It Glow: A Holiday Lantern Spectacular
Now until January 30, 2022; Every Thursday thru Sunday , 4:00pm to 9:00pm
Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park
216 Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07653
Website/Tickets
Cost: $15/adult, $7.50/child
Larger-than-life glowing lanterns have been installed creating 30+ glowing scenes. See animals real and imagined laid out throughout the zoo.
Let it Glow is a symphony of vivid glowing colors to tease your eyes and dazzle the mind. Come and enjoy an enchanting stroll throughout the zoo These larger than life lanterns are amazing in picture but stunning in person! With over 30 scenes, these hand-made artistic wonders are more breath-taking than the last! Its one of those things you need to see in person to truly appreciate. Online reservations are recommended. The ticket includes a train ride.

Magic of Lights at PNC Bank Arts Center
Now thru January 2nd, 2022; Sunday - Thursday 5pm - 10 pm. Friday - Saturday 5pm - 11pm.m.
PNC Bank Arts Center
Exit 116
Garden State Parkway
Holmdel, NJ
Website/Tickets
This popular Holiday event features more than a mile of festival and vibrant light displays celebrating the joy of the holidays. Experience the drive-through from the comfort of your car! At every turn, and in every direction, the magical route is overflowing with spectacular light displays and animations. Multiple holiday themes come to life with hundreds of sparking lights.

An Old Fashioned Christmas in Cape May
Now until January 2, 2022 (Open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas )
Cape May, NJ
Website
This seaside town is transformed into a Dickens village for the holidays with garlands of fragrant greens and twinkling gaslights. Wrap yourself in the warmth of holiday spirit and sample a variety of fun tours and events.

Skylands Christmas Light Show & Christmas Village
Now until January 9th, 2022
Skylands Stadium
94 Championship Pl.
Augusta, NJ 07822
Website
973-383-7644
Cost:
Light Show: $29 per carload (all tickets to be purchased at drive-thru entrance or box office, there are no online ticket sales) Save $3! Buy Advance Sale tickets at the box office (Monday–Thursday, 9–2 PM)
Outdoor Village: FREE admission
With more than two million dazzling lights on a mile-long drive-through course PLUS a new outdoor village, it's a must-see holiday attraction for your whole family.
Christmas Joy is coming back to Sussex County…Bigger, and Better than Ever. This Winter, Skylands Stadium will be Dazzled with Lights on a Mile Long Drive-Thru course that now goes ON THE FIELD. Plus a NEW & EXPANDED Outdoor Village & Winter Carnival. It's a Must-See Holiday Attraction for the Whole Family. The event is Safe, Spacious, and Distanced.

Six Flags Great Adventure Holiday in the Park - Drive-Thru Experience
On weekends and select days, Now through January 9, 2022
1 Six Flags Blvd.
Jackson, NJ 08527.
Website/Tickets
Enjoy Holiday in The Park Lights from the comfort of your car with the Drive-Thru Experience! Dazzling lights and holiday cheer aren't the only things on this Drive-Thru Experience! Say hello to all of your favorite holiday characters as you travel through 10 themed areas filled with thousands of colorful lights.
Once you've made it through the Drive-Thru Experience, extend your magical evening with the NEW Jolly Jamboree Walk-Thru Experience. There's so much to do for young and old, like getting to meet Santa and his jolly elves and toast some S'mores by the fireside. Grab the whole family and enjoy a delicious meal at the Holiday Feast, or shop for unique and memorable gift items for all of those who made the nice list.

Let It Glow: A Holiday Lantern Spectacular
Friday, - Sunday, Until January 30, 2022; Every Thursday thru Sunday , 4:00pm to 9:00pm
Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park
216 Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07653
Website/Tickets
Cost: $15/adult, $7.50/child
Larger-than-life glowing lanterns have been installed creating 30+ glowing scenes. See animals real and imagined laid out throughout the zoo.
Let it Glow is a symphony of vivid glowing colors to tease your eyes and dazzle the mind. Come and enjoy an enchanting stroll throughout the zoo These larger than life lanterns are amazing in picture but stunning in person! With over 30 scenes, these hand-made artistic wonders are more breath-taking than the last! Its one of those things you need to see in person to truly appreciate. Online reservations are recommended. The ticket includes a train ride.

The Garden State Outdoor Sports Show
January 6th - 9th, 2022
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center
(Raritan Center Expo Hall)
97 Sunfield Avenue
Edison, NJ
Website/Tickets
This event provides a forum for the entire family and the next generation of the outdoor enthusiasts. The 38th Anniversary Show kicks off with a Pro Staff Fishing Demonstration on the world famous Hawg Trough, 5000 Gallon Aquarium, Check out the latest in boats, outboards, RVs, powersports,fishing tackle,and hunting gear all featured on the expo floor. Schedule your time appropriately as there are 4 days of seminars, multiple entertainment events; starting with the spectacular Chics with Axes, kids zone, 3D archery tournament, endless shopping and much more.

Light of Day Winterfest
January 7th - 17th, 2022
Asbury Park, Montclair, & Red Bank, New Jersey
Website /2022 Events schedule/Tickets
The annual Light of Day Winterfest, which raises funds and awareness in the fight against Parkinson's and related diseases, features many top performers. The venues hosting LOD WinterFest 2022 shows include: Asbury Park's Stone Pony, Wonder Bar, House of Independents, The Saint, McLoone's Supper Club, Langosta Lounge, Watermark, AP Yacht Club; The Vogel at The Count Basie Center; Montclair's Outpost In The Burbs, and Stony Point's Penguin Rep Theatre.
Light of Day has grown from a one-day event into a multi-day festival in the metropolitan area. More significantly, Light of Day has expanded into an internationally recognized tour, through a true grassroots effort of musicians, music fans and benefactors. Light of Day shows have taken place around the world on three continents, with shows in Canada, England, Wales, Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Norway, Denmark, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Spain and Australia. Portions of the proceeds from each show are donated to a local Parkinson's organization.
Light of Day WinterFest performers have included Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny Lyon, Michael J. Fox, Joe Grushecky and The Houserockers, Joe D'Urso, Willie Nile, James Maddock, Jesse Malin, Darlene Love, Gary U.S. Bonds, Max Weinberg, LaBamba's Big Band, Jakob Dylan, Ed Kowalczyk (Live), Suzanne Vega, Jake Clemons, David Bryan (Bon Jovi), David Bromberg, John Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls), Alejandro Escovedo, Peter Asher, Joey Molland (Badfinger), Garland Jeffreys, Lucinda Williams, Lisa Lowell, Linda Chorney, Nicole Atkins, The Smithereens, Mike Peters and Pete Yorn.

Patcong Valley Model Railroad Open House
January 8, 9, 22, 23, 2022; 10AM - 3PM
Patcong Valley Model Railroad Club
Route 40 at Fir Avenue
Richland, NJ
Facebook page
Admission: Free
The event features highly detailed, museum quality, HO scale model railroad.

Warren's Annual Winter Festival
January 8, 2022; 4 to 7 p.m.
Warren Municipal Baseball Fields
99 Bardy Rd
Warren, New Jersey
Website
This annual family winter festival features carnival rides, a petting zoo, horse and carriage rides, ice carving, carnival games, ice skating, marshmallow roasting, hot chocolate, fireworks, and more.

Brunch is a Drag - Disney Extravaganza!
Sunday, January 9, 2022; 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Elizabeth Baooromm
419 Highland Boulevard
Gloucester City, NJ
Tickets -- (Includes Show, Server Attended Brunch Buffet, First Cocktail)
Cost: $44.95
This magical Disney themed Drag Brunch is filled with performances and costumes that will have you thinking you're in the Most Magical Place on Earth! You're in store for an afternoon full of hilarious skits, side-splitting performances and whatever other absolute ridiculousness these Divas can come up with! The Tri-State Area's top Drag Queens combine with the DELICIOUS brunch selections at Elizabeth's Ballroom to bring you this One of a Kind Monthly Treat! From hilarious performances & dancing divas to delicious food and audience games.

Community Day: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Monday, January 17, 2022:12:00 PM
The Newark Museum of Art
49 Washington St
Newark, NJ
Website/Registration
Free Event
Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. with an afternoon of performances, tours, and activities that will bring to the forefront those who have worked behind the scenes to create unity and equality. Make your own dream mobile, stop by our photo booth, or try your hand at some trivia. Bring the entire family and join in for a day of remembering those who have fought for freedom and civil rights. Snacks & light refreshments will be provided by Eclectic Catering.

Super Pet Expo
Friday Jan. 21, 3 p.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday Jan. 22, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
New Jersey Convention Center
97 Sunfield Avenue
Edison, NJ
Website
This event features creatures as small as a butterfly and as large as an alligator, plus thousands of dogs and cats, will welcome pet lovers who join in.
The events include celebrity dogs performing Frisbee skills, stunts and gymnastics, as well as races for dachshund, corgis and mixed-breed pooches and the popular luring ring where dogs chase a make-believe rabbit. New to Super Pet Expo this year are a butterfly exhibit, tortoise encounter and alligator walk-through. Cats will be represented by a juried show directed by The United Cat Club.

The British Legends of Rock
Saturday, January 29, 2022; 8pm
Brook Arts Center
10 Hamilton Street
Bound Brook, NJ
Tickets
(732) 469-7700
Cost: $30-35
The British Legends of Rock is a standout and unique musical experience! These talented musicians faithfully and meticulously reproduce the golden age of British rock note for note just like the original recordings. Performing a powerful rock show celebrating the two undisputed greatest decades of British rock music.

Fire & Ice Festival
Saturday January 29, 2022; 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
downtown Mount Holly
Website
This free family friendly fun tradition features lots of icy artistic eye candy, and hear Suze & Watson play everything from show tunes to Springsteen from the Friant's display window on High Street. There will be about a dozen professional ice carvers from up and down the east coast, an equal number of professional chili chefs plus a wide variety of interesting entertainment for young, old and everyone in between. The ice carvers transform 300 pound blocks of ice into beautiful crystalline works of art, right before your eyes, throughout town.

Monster Jam
Saturday, January 29 - Sunday, January 30, 2022
Prudential Center
25 Lafayette St
Newark, NJ 07102
800-345-3000
Website/Tickets
Cost: $25+
This action-packed motorsport event features some of the most famous trucks in the world, like Grave Digger -- driven by Krysten Anderson, Max-D, El Toro Loco, and others, competing in action-packed motorsports events.

Seasonal Frequently Asked Question:

Question: We're going with my family to NYC this January and we want to visit a neighboring city. We are thinking about Jersey City and was wondering if it's worth spending a day or two with an overnight stay? If so, how do we get there, what is there to do, and can you recommend a hotel to stay at?
Answer: Jersey City, across the river from NYC is certainly worth visiting. Jersey City has a variety of attractions, and entertainment. It's many attractions include museums, a nationally recognized science learning center, and unbeatable, world class harbor views overlooking the New York City Skyline, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. Jersey City is very easy to access from the PATH rail system in NYC from either the 33rd Station or World Trade Center stations. In just 20 minutes you can get off at one of the three Jersey City stations --- Newport, Grove Street or Exchange Place.
For more information including hotels in Jersey City, visit Jersey City Visitors Guide

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