12 Ways To Start The Season Right
Turkey trots, menorah lights and tree-trimming traditions—let the festivities begin!
It’s time to gear up for the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re so excited to embrace the season of giving and gathering here in Monmouth.
Thanksgiving, of course, is only a few short weeks away, and Hanukkah starts only a little over a week after that, on Dec. 5. Ready to get the gathering spirit started? We’ve rounded up festive turkey trots, warm Hanukkah gatherings and early-season cheer for you to enjoy.
Turkey trots
Lace up your sneakers, earn your feast and take part in this beloved tradition—or join one for the first time!
- Nov. 15. Howell Turkey Trot, Preventorium Road, Howell, 8 a.m.
- Nov. 26. Bradley Beach Turkey Trot, Fifth Ave, Bradley Beach, 8:30 a.m.
- Nov. 26. Run Your Giblets Off, Crawfords Corner Rd., Holmdel, 9 a.m.
- Nov. 28. Matawan Borough Turkey Trot & Fitness Walk, South Street, Matawan, 8:30 a.m.
Hanukkah celebrations
Enjoy community, friends, music and sweet treats at these menorah lightings and other gatherings.
- Dec. 6. Spring Lake’s menorah lighting, intersection of Fifth Avenue & Warren Avenue, 5 p.m.
- Dec. 7. Aberdeen’s Menorah Lighting, Aberdeen Township Municipal Building, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 7. West Long Branch Recreation Commission’s Annual Menorah Lighting, Wooley Park, West Long Branch, 7 p.m.
- Dec. 8. Downtown Freehold’s menorah lighting, Freehold’s Hall of Records, 4 p.m.
Christmas tree lightings
Rejoice in the twinkling lights, holiday cheer and seasonal magic at these local celebrations.
- Nov. 28. Shrewsbury’s Christmas tree lighting, Borough Hall, Shrewsbury, 3 p.m.
- Dec. 4. Sea Grit’s Christmas tree lighting and holiday market, Library Plaza, Sea Girt, 5 p.m. (tree lighting at 7 p.m.)
- Dec. 4. Wall Township’s annual Christmas tree lighting, Town Hall, Wall, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 5. West Long Branch’s Christmas tree lighting, Franklin Lake, West Long Branch, 4 p.m.
Heading to a festive event? Don’t forget to tag us @monmouthmagazine in all your best moments!
