Santa sightings have been reported all over Central NJ! This year St. Nick will make extra efforts to reach his pint-sized admirers. If you are looking to have more than just a mall experience for Santa photos, check out these local attractions that have many other Christmas and holiday themed activities including photo ops with Santa! Here is your guide to Unique Places to Visit Santa in Central NJ (Besides the Mall).

Know Before You Go: Pre-registration is required for some events. Please visit their website for event details.

Santa sightings will be added as they are announced. Check back often!

Unique Places to Visit Santa in Central NJ (Besides the Mall)

2024 Events

Jolly Trolly
December 13, 14 & 15, 2024
Freehold NJ
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Christmas Wonderland
Opening November 29, 2024
Maple Leaf Farms
Manalapan NJ
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Seastreak Santa Brunch Cruise
December 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22
Highlands, NJ
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Meet & Greet with Santa
December 7, 8, 14 & 15
Countryview Farm Nursery
Monroe, NJ
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Paint with Santa
December 8, 2024
Color Me Mine Princeton
Princeton, NJ
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Santa at Norz Hill Farm
Holiday Lights Hayride
Nov 28, 2024 to Dec 1, 2024
Dec 5, 2024 to Dec 8, 2024
Dec 19, 2024 to Dec 22, 2024
Hillsborough, NJ
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Skate With Santa
December 18, 2024 at 7pm – 10pm
South Amboy Arena Rollermagic
South Amboy, NJ
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