Tree Lighting Events In Belleville-Nutley: 2025 Holidays

BELLEVILLE-NUTLEY, NJ — Belleville and Nutley residents will get a chance to ring in the holiday season at two upcoming tree lighting events.

Here’s what it in store for 2025:

NUTLEY

Nutley will hold its annual Holiday Christmas Tree Lighting and Hanukkah Celebration from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7 at the Township’s Municipal Plaza, right in front of Town Hall at 1 Kennedy Drive.

Chestnut Street and Franklin Avenue will also be closed off for festivities.

Here’s what to expect, according to a news release from the township:

“Families can look forward to Santa’s return, complete with his reindeer and elves. Photos with Santa will be available in an outdoor heated tent! Musical entertainment for the evening will include performances by the Chamber Singers and Brass Ensemble under the direction of Vincent J. Vicchiariello, Coordinator of Fine, Practical & Performing Arts for Nutley Schools. A message from Mayor Kelly, who is currently on deployment in Iraq, will make this year’s event extra meaningful. Deputy Mayor Tom Evans along with Commissioners Alphonse Petracco, Dr. Joseph Scarpelli and Mauro G. Tucci will be on hand to flip this year’s light switch. Attendees can also enjoy classic activities such as a mini train ride, horse and buggy rides, roasted chestnuts, and doughnuts. Nutley School System support groups will host fundraising tables throughout the night. At the event’s close, all are invited to the Live Nativity at Vincent United Methodist Church, with viewings at 7:10 and 7:35 p.m.”

For more information, contact (973) 284-4976.

BELLEVILLE

Belleville will host a “Holiday Shop” in combination with its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 6. The event will take place at Belleville High School, 100 Passaic Avenue. Learn more here.

The schedule of activities includes:

• Holiday Shops and Food Trucks – 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. (browse for holiday gifts from local vendors)
• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony – 8:15 p.m.
• Holiday Extravaganza (begins at 5:30 p.m.) – Trackless Train Rides, Petting Zoo, Ice Skating Rink, Photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus baking cookies, Horse & Carriage Rides, Live Entertainment, Food Trucks

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