
Once again we will be closing Morris Avenue from Third to Fourth to turn the space into an Italian village. There will be live music with Julian & Dominique , Italian food provided by our member restaurants with a wine and beer garden to give us the al fresco food court that our visitors have come to love.
We are having Face Painting and Balloon Twisting and for the first time at the Italian Festival, a Petting Zoo –it was a big hit at the Irish Festival! The Spaghetti Eating Contest, a crowd favorite, will be back as well. New to the Italian Festival will be the Spring Lake School of Dance performing Italian folk dances – a tremendous draw for families and friends. Not new, but always a draw, is the festival Art Walk that will take place along Third Avenue. There will be music on Third too!

Over 40 artists and craft makers. Santa arrives by fire truck in Viking Village to 19th & Bayview Ave, at around 1pm. Bring your own camera for pictures with Santa. All shops are open, available seafood takeout, gourmet coffee bar, a fire pit for smores, lawn games, live music, and endless merriment!

American Repertory Ballet brings the beloved classic Nutcracker to the stage with Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, thrilling choreography and a cast of more than 100. A holiday tradition for more than 50 years (1964), American Repertory Ballet’s Nutcracker is one of the longest, continuously running Nutcracker productions in the nation.
Dec 14: 7:30pm — 9:30pm
Dec 15: 2:00pm — 4:00pm
Dec 15: 7:30pm — 9:30pm
Dec 16: 2:00pm — 4:00pm

American Repertory Ballet brings the beloved classic Nutcracker to the stage with Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, thrilling choreography and a cast of more than 100. A holiday tradition for more than 50 years (1964), American Repertory Ballet’s Nutcracker is one of the longest, continuously running Nutcracker productions in the nation.
Dec 14: 7:30pm — 9:30pm
Dec 15: 2:00pm — 4:00pm
Dec 15: 7:30pm — 9:30pm
Dec 16: 2:00pm — 4:00pm

Sample over 150 of the world’s most popular wines at Tropicana Atlantic City’s Wines From Around the World Festival. The festival features wineries from the United States, New Zealand, Italy, France, Argentina, Uruguay, Australia, South Africa and more. Featured wineries include, but are not limited to, Artesa, Ruffino, Kim Crawford, Simi, Francis Coppola, Ferrari-Carano, Masi, Vistalba, and Paul Goerg. Wines will be available for purchase by bottle or case. Live entertainment and food is available. Tickets are $30 if purchased in advance, and a souvenir wine glass is included in admission. Door tickets are $35 and designated-driver tickets are $10, will also be available at the door. Must be 21 to attend.

In its 27th year, this annual event has always drew enthusiastic crowds looking for great deals on fishing equipment. This equipment includes tackle, rods, reels, clothing, lures, etc. Many of the east coast’s finest plug makers are among the 116 vendors at the show. Tickets are $5 at the door and proceeds are donated by the club to various local not for profit organizations. Children 12 and under, accompanied by an adult are FREE.

Over 150 different breweries from across the country will showcase their unique libations. This festival is to promote and educate people about craft beers and to celebrate the brewers that create them. There will be three different sections to buy tickets for, Friday March 29th 8pm-12am, Saturday March 30th 12pm-4pm and Saturday March 30th 6pm-10pm. Your admission ticket to this event is for ONE Session, which is specified when you purchase your ticket either at Joe Canal’s in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ or Ticketmaster.com.
Join us for our 4th Annual BBQ and Beer Fest. Experience 19th century industrial community life with our period dressed historical interpreters, while you enjoy the festival! Explore the historic buildings, craft shops, retail stores, and village grounds. Listen to live music and enjoy some good barbecue with family and friends!

You are invited to join the members & friends of the Ocean County Historical Society at our Spring Victorian Tea at 600 Main Street Bed & Breakfast & Victorian Tea Room in Toms River. A popular meeting place for tea aficionados, 600 Main features delicious freshly baked scones, a variety of tea sandwiches & desserts, & a selection of teas to tempt every palate. Reservations can be made, starting April 15 after 7:00 AM. There are no refunds for this event.

The Jersey Shore Festival is a FREE ADMISSION, rain-or-shine music and arts festival that kicks off the summer festival season and proves that summer really does start sooner at the Jersey Shore. With performances by over 150 artists from around the world, the Jersey Shore Festival is the premier emerging artist festival in New Jersey! Aside from the performances, many other fun activities will be available for the whole family!

The Jersey Shore Festival is a FREE ADMISSION, rain-or-shine music and arts festival that kicks off the summer festival season and proves that summer really does start sooner at the Jersey Shore. With performances by over 150 artists from around the world, the Jersey Shore Festival is the premier emerging artist festival in New Jersey! Aside from the performances, many other fun activities will be available for the whole family!










