Find out what events are taking place around the region this weekend.
The holiday season is in full swing and there are plenty of chances for residents to get into the spirit. Check out what events are taking place around the area this weekend.
In Moorestown
- A long-running holiday tradition will take place in Moorestown this weekend. The Moorestown Lions Club will host its 57th annual Holiday Parade on Saturday beginning at noon at the corner of Chester and Central Avenues in Moorestown. The parade will include performances from numerous bands, marching units and floats. This year’s theme is “winter frolic.” The parade will travel north to Main Street and then travel south on Main Street until it reaches Church Street, where the parade will then proceed to Memorial Field. There is no cost to attend. Visit www.facebook.com/moorestownlions for more information.
- The 2017 Moorestown Knights of Columbus 11th Annual Lunch with Santa with take place immediately following the parade. Hosted by the Moorestown Knights of Columbus Council №1082, this event gives children a chance to have lunch and meet Santa Claus. From 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2, the luncheon will feature hot dogs, macaroni and cheese, potato chips, juice, soda, water, coffee, desserts and more. The cost of attendance at the event held in the Our Lady of Good Counsel cafeteria is $5 per person.
- Also taking place immediately after the parade on Saturday, Dec. 2 is the MoorArts Holiday Arts Festival, from 1 to 4 p.m. on the third floor of the Church Street Recreation Center. The Holiday Arts Festival is sponsored by MoorArts in collaboration with the Moorestown Parks and Recreation Department. The event is meant to highlight the talents of the town’s young artists and performers. Artwork ranging from painting, sketches, sculpture and photography was selected from work submitted by Moorestown students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
Around South Jersey
- A holiday tradition returns to Medford Township this weekend. The 28th annual Dickens Festival will take place along Main Street in Medford from 6 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday night. This festival will kick off with a parade a 5:45 p.m. where Santa will be transported to the gazebo on Main Street. Santa will conduct the tree lighting and later greet kids through the night. The event will include tons of activities, including pony rides, ice sculpting, outdoor movies, a moon bounce, jugglers, stilt-walkers, a face painter, a live nativity and a town crier. The event is free to attend. Visit www.medfordsunriserotary.org for more information.
- Winterfest returns to Cinnaminson this Sunday. The Cinnaminson Elementary Home and School Association will host the annual holiday event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cinnaminson High School. There will be food, crafts, vendors, local entertainment, activities and more. Kids can also meet Santa at this event. Visit www.facebook.com/events/126504831391764 for more information.
At the Jersey Shore
- Tuckerton Seaport’s annual Christkindlmarkt will be open to guests through Sunday. This European-style holiday market will include craft and gift vendors, a food court, kiddie rides, Santa, rolling chair sleigh rides on the boardwalk, horse and wagon rides, demonstrations, great entertainment and more. The cost of admission is $5. Seaport members and kids under 5 are admitted for free. Tuckerton Seaport is located at 120 West Main Street in Tuckerton. Visit www.tuckertonseaport.org for more information.
- The 52nd annual West Cape May Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday beginning at 5 p.m. The parade will begin at the West Cape May Fire Hall, head south on Broadway to West Perry and then travel to the Washington Street Mall. The rain date for the parade is Sunday. Visit www.facebook.com/WCM-Community-Christmas-Parade-140463296000002 for more information.
In Philadelphia
- Main Street in Manayunk will be all lit up for the holidays on Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. for the neighborhood’s Promenade of Trees event. Guests and a panel of judges will be led by carolers to see all 30 trees decorated by businesses in the theme of “Stories of the Season.” Manayunk residents and visitors can also get their pet’s photo taken with Santa in front of the holiday tree at Canal View Park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the annual Santa Paws event. Photos will be taken for a suggested fee of $10, with proceeds going to the Red Paw Emergency Relief Team. For more information and a list of tree locations, visit http://manayunk.com/news-and-events/events/holidays.html.
To see more events taking place in Philadelphia this weekend, visit www.philadelphiaweekly.com.
