Holiday Events at the Jersey Shore
Fourth of July, Christmas, New Year, and seasonal celebrations
2Events
1Major Festivals
1Free Events
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Events
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Major Festivals
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Free Events
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Months Active
Destination Holiday Events
Major holiday events worth planning your trip around.
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Free
July 4, 2026
All day; fireworks at dark
NJ's largest July 4th celebration with 250,000 visitors and massive fireworks display.
Highlights
250,000 attendees'Biggest fireworks in Garden State'All-day beach entertainmentLive music
👥250,000
Major Holiday Events
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December 31, 2026|Events all day, fireworks at midnight
Family-friendly New Year's Eve with drone shows and midnight fireworks.
Holiday Events by Month
Holiday Events by County
Monmouth County
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events
Oceanfest
Ocean County
0
events
Atlantic County
1
events
First Night Ocean ...
Cape May County
0
events
Frequently Asked Questions
What holiday events are there at the Jersey Shore?
The Jersey Shore hosts 2 holiday events throughout the year. Fourth of July, Christmas, New Year, and seasonal celebrations
When is the best time for holiday events at the shore?
Holiday Events events happen throughout the year, with events in July, December.
Are there free holiday events at the Jersey Shore?
Yes, 1 of the 2 holiday events at the Jersey Shore are free to attend.