November Events at the Jersey Shore
November transitions to the holiday season with light displays, charity runs, and shopping events.
30
Events
0
Major Festivals
14
Free Events
8
Categories
The busiest day in November: Friday, November 27
6 events land on this one day. If you are choosing a weekend, this is the one with the most going on — and the one where parking, traffic and rooms are tightest. Book and arrive early.
- Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall · Cape May
- Sea Isle City Winter Village · Sea Isle City
- Christmas in the Downtown: Our Miracle on Asbury Avenue · Ocean City
- Point Pleasant Beach Tree Lighting & Santa’s Arrival · Point Pleasant Beach
- Avalon Turkey Trot 5K & 1.5-Mile Walk · Avalon
- The Temptations and The Four Tops · Atlantic City
Major Events
Four nights of prix-fixe menus across Cape May, November 5–8.
Fast, flat course through the Wildwoods—half marathon, 10K, and 5K options.
Dickens village transformation kicks off Cape May holiday season.
Congress Hall’s holiday village on the lawn, Thanksgiving weekend through New Year’s Eve.
Thanksgiving-weekend holiday village in Excursion Park with Friday’s tree lighting.
Three-day holiday celebration with tree lighting, market, and cookie stroll.
Holiday lights, themed aquarium exhibits, and Santa on the boardwalk.
Historic Smithville Holiday Light Show
Smithville
100+ Christmas trees on Lake Meone synced to holiday music. Free.
Local Events & Celebrations
Events by Category
Events by County
Monmouth County
3
events
Ocean County
3
events
Atlantic County
10
events
Cape May County
14
events
💡 November Tips
Holiday light displays begin mid-November. Bundle up for turkey trot 5Ks.
November Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
What events happen at the Jersey Shore in November?
November features 30 events at the Jersey Shore including Cape May Restaurant Weekend, 5 Mile Beach Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, Cape May Holiday Preview Weekend & Physick Estate Tree Lighting. November transitions to the holiday season with light displays, charity runs, and shopping events.
Are there free events at the Jersey Shore in November?
Yes, 14 of the 30 events in November are free to attend. Many towns host free concerts, parades, and community celebrations.
What should I know about visiting the Jersey Shore in November?
Holiday light displays begin mid-November. Bundle up for turkey trot 5Ks.
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Town calendars with November events
Year-round event calendars for the towns running something this month.