Important: Both our Ocean County Parks & Recreation Department and our
Ocean County Library system are sponsors of MAJOR events which will be of
interest to both residents and visitors of Ocean County.
After reviewing our events listed below, for more to see and do visit,
www.oceancountyparks.org - many events involve recreation and tours
as well as nature/parks and for all age groups
www.theoceancountylibrary.org - more than just books the system
presents many performing arts programs and other exciting events. For cultural & heritage events, a comprehensive listing can be found at www.co.ocean.nj.us/cultural/index.htm
December
Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Open 362 days a year, rain or shine. An open air
maritime museum with buildings located on a boardwalk along the Tuckerton Creek which shares the stories of the people
who lived and worked in the region through exhibits, demonstrations, classes, and special events $ Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Every Sunday
Borough of Lakehurst Historical Society Museum, 300 Center St. Noon - 3 pm. Community museum featuring local
artifacts including railroad items, items from the Hindenburg as well as other items of interest. Open from April -
December, Wednesdays & Sundays. Information: 732 657-8864 or
www.lakehurstnj.org - LAKEHURST
Every Tuesday
Toms River Seaport Society & Maritime Museum, Corner of Hooper and East Water St. 10 am - 2 pm. Wooden boats,
restoration shop and artifacts of the Barnegat Bay area including a reference library and Ship Store. Runs Tuesday,
Thursday, and Saturday year round except national & state holidays. Information:
732-349-9209 or www.tomsriverseaport.org - TOMS RIVER
Every Wednesday
Borough of Lakehurst Historical Society Museum, 300 Center St. Noon - 3 pm. Community museum featuring local
artifacts including railroad items, items from the Hindenburg as well as other items of interest. Open from April -
December, Wednesdays & Sundays. Information: 732 657-8864 or
www.lakehurstnj.org - LAKEHURST
Live Comedy Shows, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Variety of comedy shows for adults and children.
Runs Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday all year. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Thursday
Live Comedy Shows, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Variety of comedy shows for adults and children.
Runs Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday all year. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Toms River Seaport Society & Maritime Museum, Corner of Hooper and East Water St. 10 am - 2 pm. Wooden boats,
restoration shop and artifacts of the Barnegat Bay area including a reference library and Ship Store. Runs Tuesday,
Thursday, and Saturday year round except national & state holidays. Information:
732-349-9209 or www.tomsriverseaport.org - TOMS RIVER
Every Friday
Live Comedy Shows, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Variety of comedy shows for adults and children.
Runs Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday all year. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Saturday
Live Comedy Shows, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Variety of comedy shows for adults and children.
Runs Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday all year. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Toms River Seaport Society & Maritime Museum, Corner of Hooper and East Water St. 10 am - 2 pm. Wooden boats,
restoration shop and artifacts of the Barnegat Bay area including a reference library and Ship Store. Runs Tuesday,
Thursday, and Saturday year round except national & state holidays. Information:
732-349-9209 or www.tomsriverseaport.org - TOMS RIVER
Live Country, Bluegrass, and Folk Music, Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Doors Open at 6:30 pm &
music begins at 7:30 pm. Closed Dec. 22, 29. Information: 609-971-1593 or
www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN
December 1 - January 2
Victorian Open House & Art Gallery Holiday Exhibits, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues.
Reception December 1 from 1 pm - 4 pm. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays. Information: 732-270-3111 or
www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
December 1
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 & 7:30 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
FRED’s Christmas Cabaret, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 1 pm 3 pm, 5 pm, & 7 pm.
Reservation Club ONLY Show. An old-fashioned ice cream shoppe with a vaudeville style nightly broadway cabaret. A unique
family entertainment experience where performers maneuver around the entire shop, singing directly to individual guests, and
incorporating them into the show. When you order an ice cream sundae, the show is FREE.
Information: 732-854-2779 orwww.themusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
33rd Annual Christmas Parade, Long Beach Blvd. from 5th-25th Sts. 1 pm - 3 pm. Homemade floats and antique cars.
Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM
December 2
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 1:00 & 5:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Pickin' on the Porch, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Noon - 5 pm. Pick, sing, listen, swap Bluegrass, country,
old time songs. Tell stories, share a pot of beans and homemade bread. Hosted by Linda and Bill Salmons. First Sunday of
the Month. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org
- TUCKERTON
December 4
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 5
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 6
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 7
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 7:30 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 7:30 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Annual Christmas Tours, Havens Homestead and Lizzie Herbert House, 521 Herbertsville Rd. 3 pm - 7 pm. Christmas
Remembered, a unique celebration with music and refreshments. $ Information: 732-785-2500 or
www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK
7th Annual Holiday House Tour, Tuckerton Seaport and Baymen's Museum, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Visit
charming and festively decorated Tuckerton and Little Egg Harbor homes. Self-guided map and light refreshments provided. $
Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
December 8
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 2 pm & 7:30 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 & 7:30 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Dissection Workshop, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11:30 am. Dissect a fish and a squid and
learn the differences between these two animals. Pre-registration is required. Ages 12 and up. $ Information:
732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Snowman Ornament Class, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm & 3 pm. $ Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
10th Annual Christkindlmarkt, Tuckerton Seaport and Baymen's Museum, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Two
Spectacular Days! An old-fashioned Christmas featuring holiday crafts and gifts under a huge heated tent. Roasted chestnuts,
children's rides, trackless train, horse drawn cart, entertainment, quilt making, ornament making class, crafters, vendors,
food, refreshments, hot mulled wine and wine tasting. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
December 9
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 2 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 1:00 & 5:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Annual Christmas Tours, Havens Homestead and Lizzie Herbert House, 521 Herbertsville Rd. 11 am - 3 pm. Christmas
Remembered, a unique celebration with music and refreshments. $ Information: 732-785-2500 or
www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK
Snowman Ornament Class, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm & 3 pm. $ Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
10th Annual Christkindlmarkt, Tuckerton Seaport and Baymen's Museum, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Two
Spectacular Days! An old-fashioned Christmas featuring holiday crafts and gifts under a huge heated tent. Roasted chestnuts,
children's rides, trackless train, horse drawn cart, entertainment, quilt making, ornament making class, crafters, vendors,
food, refreshments, hot mulled wine and wine tasting. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
December 11
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 3 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Toddler Make & Take, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 10:30 am. Make marine life crafts, listen to a story,
and learn about some of their animals. Pre-registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $ Information:
732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
December 12
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 3 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Toddler Make & Take, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 10:30 am. Make marine life crafts, listen to a story,
and learn about some of their animals. Pre-registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $ Information:
732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
December 13
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 3 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 14
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 7:30 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 7:30 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 15
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 2 pm & 7:30 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 & 7:30 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Holiday House Tour, Lacey School House Museum, 126 S. Main St. 5 pm - 7 pm.
Tour historical homes and the School House Museum that has been decorated with holiday cheer. Reservations required.
Free. Information: 609-693-4130 or www.webaddress.com - FORKED RIVER
Retro Santa Head Painting Class, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 12 pm. Pre-registration is
required by December 8. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Christmas Show, Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Doors Open at 6:30 pm & music begins at 7:30 pm.
Holiday celebration. Information: 609-971-1593 or www.alberthall.org
- WARETOWN
December 16
Home for the Holidays, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 2 pm. Celebration performance
of the Season of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the
Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org
- BARNEGAT
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 1:00 & 5:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 18
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 19
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 20
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 21
White Christmas, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 & 7:30 pm. A delightful new Broadway musical
based on the 1954 smash hit Paramount movie. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a
picturesque Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest
songs ever written. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
December 27
The Affair at Cedar Bridge, 200 Old Halfway Rd. 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Join us for the celebration of the last documented
land battle of the Revolutionary war. Experience the 1782 re-enactment of the battle. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - BARNEGAT
December 31
First Night Ocean County, boardwalk. Noon - 5 pm. Fireworks at 5 pm.
Mark your calendar for New Year’s Eve and a family celebration with local businesses along the Boardwalk.
Information: 800-732-7467 or www.exit82.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
