When I was a kid I always wished that Christmas could come more than once a year. It was more than the toys; it was the movies, the music and that feeling of joy that the holiday brings about. Music is playing, families are together and there are so many fun events to attend. I’m not sure how “Christmas in July” became a thing but I’m glad it has! We’ve found some New Jersey Christmas in July events and activities to enjoy your own festive fa-la-la in the heat of the summer!
We’re going to start by calling attention to Christmas in July Events in New Jersey. Then, we’ll share how to celebrate Christmas in July with kids.
New Jersey Christmas in July Events
North Jersey Christmas in July Events
There’s not much to report for Christmas in July activities in North Jersey. We did find one and we’ll update this as we find more.
The Christmas in July event in Lodi will happen on July 25, 2024. The Christmas fun includes visits with Santa, games, giveaways, and holiday music. Read our Christmas in July in Lodi event listing for more details.
We encourage you to head south where several New Jersey communities both inland and at the Jersey Shore will be celebrating Christmas in July.
Central Jersey Christmas in July Events
Central Jersey kicks us off for Christmas in July activities in New Jersey. We’ve confirmed 7 Christmas events this July for this region of New Jersey. Take a look.
Christmas Movies this July in Central Jersey
- Free Movies in Keyport
- July 17, 2024 – Elf
- Free Movies in Point Pleasant Beach at Jenkinson’s
- July 23, 2024 – National Lampoons Christmas Vacation (1989)
- Christmas in July in Union Beach
- July 25, 2024 – We believe this to be the return of a Christmas in July movie in Union Beach. The date is reserved on their calendar but there are no additional details.
Concerts with Christmas Music this July in Central Jersey
- Hazlet Concerts in Veterans Park – July 25, 2024
More Christmas in July Fun in Central Jersey
- Christmas in July in South Plainfield – July 21, 2024, Christmas fun includes visits with Santa, games, vendors, and holiday music.
- Christmas in July in Point Pleasant Beach at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk – All sorts of Christmas in July fun from July 25-27, 2024, Photos with Santa, Holiday Show, Diving Santa, Mrs. Claus Story Time, Elf movie, & more.
- Sand Castles and Kite Flying in Lavallette – Christmas in July theme for sand castle building and kites for July 25, 2024
- Christmas in July Beach Party in Middletown – July 25, 2024, Christmas fun includes a beach party with Santa dressed in his best beach gear. There will be ice cream, a DJ, and the movie, The Christmas Chronicles.
South Jersey Christmas in July Events
When it comes to Christmas in July, the Jersey Shore is where it’s at. How fun would it be to see Santa Claus on the beach?! To date, we’ve confirmed 8 Christmas in July events, the most for any region across New Jersey.
Christmas Movies this July in South Jersey
- Christmas in July Movie in Absecon at Heritage Park
- July 19, 2024 – The Polar Express!
- Free Movies in Sea Isle City at Excursion Park
- July 24, 2024 – The Muppet Christmas Carol
Concerts with Christmas Music this July in South Jersey
- Somers Point Kid’s Concerts at William Morrow Beach – July 29, 2024
More Christmas in July Fun in South Jersey
- Christmas in July in Pennsauken – July 19, 2024, Christmas fun includes visits with Santa, music, and face painting. Santa will be giving out ice cream to the first 50 children.
- North Wildwood Christmas in July with Santa Claus – July 20, 2024, Christmas fun includes visits with Santa, family photos, and holiday music.
- Christmas in July in Wildwood Crest – July 20, 2024, Come celebrate the Christmas season in the summertime with this family-oriented festival along Sunset Lake. Christmas fun includes visits with Santa, family photos, food, children’s activities, a boat parade, and holiday music.
- Family Fun Night in Sea Isle City at Excursion Park – Christmas in July theme for July 22, 2024
- Sand Castles and Kite Flying in Lavallette – Christmas in July theme for sand castle building and kites on July 25, 2024.
Here are MORE fun ways to keep the spirit alive by celebrating Christmas in July in New Jersey.
How to celebrate Christmas in July with kids
Letter from Santa
Have Santa send your kids a letter telling them that he’s been checking in on them and he’s happy with what they have been doing. List specific ways your kids have been nice (or naughty). If they haven’t been on their best behavior over summer break maybe this will give them a nudge in the right direction.
Bake up some Christmas treats
Turn on the Christmas music and bake Christmas treats! For added fun break out your Santa hats.
A surprise visit from Elf on the Shelf
Break out your Elf and have him drop on by for a visit. Maybe the kids will find Elf sitting by the pool or playing with a hula hoop. Elf could drop off a new summer toy or a plate of cookies. Maybe he’ll even show up with a new outfit!
Have a Christmas movie marathon!
I don’t know about you but, there are some Christmas movies I could watch year-round: Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, How the Grinch Stole Christmas or the new classic Elf. Whatever your favorite is, throw some popcorn in the microwave, make up some hot chocolate and pretend it’s December.
Read a favorite Christmas Story
Reading is a year-round activity so why not switch it up and add some Christmas books into your nightly routine. One of our favorites is the 12 Days of Christmas in New Jersey (affiliate link). Such a great way to teach your kids about the great state we live in. For more titles click the image below!
Remember Christmas or Christmas in July isn’t about spending money but about generosity, joy and making lasting memories. Merry Christmas in July and have fun with it!