The Best Places to Visit Santa in Central and South New Jersey This Holiday Season
Santa Claus is coming to town — and in Central and South Jersey, he’s making plenty of magical stops along the way! From charming small towns and historic villages to…
Santa Claus is coming to town — and in Central and South Jersey, he’s making plenty of magical stops along the way! From charming small towns and historic villages to sparkling light shows and seaside celebrations, there are countless ways for families to meet St. Nick this holiday season. Whether you’re riding a festive train, strolling through a winter wonderland, or catching a glimpse of Scuba Santa underwater, here are the best places to visit Santa across Central and South New Jersey for the 2025 holiday season.
🎄 Central New Jersey
1. Johnson’s Corner Farm
📍 133 Church Road, Medford, NJ
🗓️ November 21 – December 23, 2025
- Enjoy a magical light show hayride.
- Cozy up with hot chocolate and s’mores by the fire pit afterward.
- Santa & Mrs. Claus Breakfast events are offered on select dates.
2. Princeton MarketFair – Photos with Santa
📍 3535 US Highway 1, Princeton, NJ
🗓️ November 22 – December 24, 2025 (CLOSED Thanksgiving Day)
- Traditional Santa photos with a cozy, upscale backdrop.
- Sensory-Friendly Santa is on December 7th from 7 AM to 10:30 AM. Pet Photos with Santa is scheduled for November 30th and December 7th from 4 PM to 7 PM.
🎅 South Jersey
3. Smithville Village
📍 Historic Smithville, 615 E Moss Mill Rd, Galloway, NJ
🗓️ November 29 – December 22, 2025 (Fridays–Sundays)
- Breakfast with Santa is offered on select dates in December.
4. DiDonato’s Magical Holiday Express
📍 1151 S White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ
🗓️ November 15 – December 23, 2025 (select dates)
- Ride the holiday train through a tunnel of lights and meet Santa and his elves!
- Cookies and hot chocolate.
- New sensory nights December 3rd & 4th.
- Advance tickets required (this one sells out early every year!).
5. Cape May – Congress Hall Breakfast with Santa
📍 200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ
🗓️ Select dates through the holiday season
- Enjoy a breakfast buffet and breakfast with Santa.
- Reservations are required.
6. Johnson’s Locust Hall Farm – Breakfast with Santa
📍 2691 Monmouth Road, Jobstown, NJ
🗓️ December 7th, 8th, 14th, and 15th
- These events are ticketed private events.
7. Adventure Aquarium – Christmas Underwater
📍 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ
🗓️ November 21, 2025 – December 24, 2025
- Visit Scuba Santa as he dives with sharks and fish in the Ocean Realm!
- Included with regular admission.
8. Cherry Hill Mall – Photos with Santa
📍 2000 Route 38, Cherry Hill, NJ
🗓️ November 7 – December 24, 2025
- Classic mall Santa experience with beautiful photo sets.
- Pet photo nights available.
9. Storybook Land – Santa’s Grand Arrival & Christmas Fantasy with Lights
📍 6415 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ
🗓️ November 15 – December 30, 2025
- Over a million lights, vintage rides, and Santa visits nightly through December 23.
- Weekends in November; daily in December, except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Please note: Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Check each venue’s website for the most current details.
