Omnium Circus at New Jersey City University Center for the Arts
New Jersey City University Center for the Arts - 3:00 PM Pick
New Jersey City University Center for the Arts - 3:00 PM Pick
Morven's Festival of Trees
Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
Maker Mondays Kids Craft Hour at Jake Branch County Park Nature Center
Jake Branch County Park Nature Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Jake Branch County Park Nature Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime at Edison Public Library
Edison Public Library - 10:00 AM Pick
Edison Public Library - 10:00 AM Pick
Sensory and Socialization Playtime at Ocean Township Branch Library
Ocean Township Public Library - 3:30 PM Pick
Ocean Township Public Library - 3:30 PM Pick
Bookscape Babies at Cotsen Children's Library
Cotsen Children's Library at Princeton University Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Cotsen Children's Library at Princeton University Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
Baby & Toddler Storytime at Barnes & Noble in Princeton
Barnes & Noble Princeton - 11:00 AM
Barnes & Noble Princeton - 11:00 AM
Morven's Festival of Trees
Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
PNC Bank Arts Center Magic of Lights
PNC Bank Arts Center - 5:00 PM
PNC Bank Arts Center - 5:00 PM
Santa's Tree Lighting Celebration at the Cape May County Zoo
Cape May County Park & Zoo - 2:00 PM Pick
Cape May County Park & Zoo - 2:00 PM Pick
Elf in Concert
NJPAC (and additional location)
Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas
Union County Performing Arts Center
Gingerbread House Decorating and Family Night
Morven Museum & Garden
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First Night Morris County
Wed Dec 31, 2025
4:45pm to 11:45pm ET
Age: All
Price: $20+
First Night Morris County, in its 34th year, is the biggest and brightest New Year’s Eve celebration in New Jersey, providing a magnificent, family-friendly, substance- and alcohol-free celebration in the heart of Morristown.
All Attendees Receive Access to the Stellar Program & More:
- 80 Performances at 23 Venues (21 In-Person, 1 Streaming, and 1 On-Demand) and 40+ On-Demand Films. A Diverse Program featuring something for everyone:
- The Film Festival starts early at 4:30 PM, featuring family-friendly, teen, adult, and award-winning international films.
- The Children’s Fun Festival at Morristown High School from 4:45 PM to 9:00 PM, providing interactive, enriching programming.
- The program concludes with the grand finale Midnight Countdown to Welcome in the New Year.
- Unmatched Convenience: Complimentary Shuttles start at 4:30 PM, and Complimentary Parking is available at any Morristown Parking Garage starting at 4 PM, ensuring easy access and comfort for everyone.
Your First Night Morris County admission button (ticket) gives you access to innovative, diverse, and high-quality performances ideal for participants of all ages. In-person venues are within close walking distance of one another, and virtual programs are accessible through the mobile app or website.
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
