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Wondering what's open on Christmas Day in New Jersey? We've rounded up a dozen options for you to check out.
Christmas Day is traditionally a homebound holiday, but once all the gifts have been opened and the feast polished off, the kids are still raring to burn off the last of their sugar-plum high. We've searched high and low to find out what’s open on Christmas Day in New Jersey and are happy to report there are quite a few fun finds, including holiday light displays, animal encounters, and more. 1. Enjoy a Holiday Feast There are several restaurants open on Christmas Day, so take a day off from the kitchen and enjoy a special holiday meal out.
2. Visit the Aquarium You might not be able to spot a North Pole narwhal, but you’ll still have a blast at the Adventure Aquarium in Camden. Online reservations are recommended. 3. Go to the Movies Several family-oriented films coming out this month are worthy of a few hours spent sipping soda and pigging out on popcorn. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is bound to be a fun flick for all ages. Avatar: The Way of Water, the movie Avatar fans have been waiting for, looks like it will be a good option for older kids. Check your local theater listings for showtimes.
4. Go Roller Skating Prefer to have fun without bundling up? Try roller skating! The Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center in Newark has two sessions for families on Christmas Day.
5. ... Or Bowling Stay warm indoors and wear cool shoes at a local bowling alley. Some open lanes include AMF Strathmore Lanes in Aberdeen Township, Bowlero in Green Brook, Bowlero Deptford, Bowlero Belleville, and Bowlero Wallington. 6. See a Holiday Light Show Looking for something a little more festive? Check out one of the holiday light shows happening on Christmas Day. Head to Smithville for a holiday light show on the water, or book tickets to a drive-thru display like South Jersey's Magic of Lights.
7. Take on Santa’s job with Your Elves Other than singing loud for all to hear, the biggest way to spread Christmas cheer is to volunteer. From food banks to homeless shelters to food and clothing drives, there are so many ways to give back with your family on Christmas Day.
8. Break Out the Board Games
If your kids asked for board games this year, don’t waste any time breaking out those babies for an afternoon of healthy family competition!
9. Honor Our Founding Father
Do something patriotic and watch hundreds of costumed re-enactors present Washington's famous Christmas Day crossing of the Delaware River. The ceremony begins at 12pm, but arrive early for a viewing spot as this event draws a big crowd.
10. Take a Wintry Walk
Most NJ parks are open until dusk, so whether you venture out early in the morning or decide to play a family round of hide-and-seek later in the day, you can enjoy a bit of fresh air.
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11. A Marathon of Christmas Movies Flaunt your flannel footie pajamas and let the kids pick their respective spots on the couch as you snuggle up to screen all the best Christmas movies.
12. Hit the Slopes If Mother Nature cooperates, head to one of these snow tubing hills near New Jersey for some winter recreation.
