Seasonal & Holidays
When Is Santa Claus Coming To Hopatcong-Sparta?
Find out when and where to see Jolly Old St. Nick this holiday season.
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Get ready, because Santa Claus is coming to Hopatcong-Sparta! This holiday season, the man in red is spreading holiday joy all over town. So get those wishlists ready, be on your best behavior (Santa knows if you've been bad or good!) and mark your calendar. Here's when and where you can catch Santa in the Hopatcong-Sparta area this year!
Please note: Event dates are subject to change or cancellation. We recommend calling ahead to confirm and making reservations when possible.
German Christmas Market
When: Friday, Dec. 1 - Sunday, Dec. 3
Where: Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Rd., Augusta, NJ 07822
What: Just a short drive from Sparta, the German Christmas Market of New Jersey promises festive fun all weekend long. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be on-site for all kinds of activities, from wagon parades to Christmas storytime. Tickets for attendees aged 13 and up are $8 online or $10 at the door; children aged 12 and under come free. Click here for more info.
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Home for the Holidays Festival
When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Where: Roxbury Public Library (and the two churches next door), 103 Main St., Succasanna, NJ 07878
What: Down the road, Roxbury Township is hosting a free "Home for the Holidays" festival that celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and the winter season. Santa will arrive by firetruck at 11:05 a.m. at the Library gazebo for photos; you can schedule your slot online or walk in for a picture starting at 12:30 p.m. The event will also include live entertainment, food and drinks for sale, crafts, stories and more. Click here for more info.
Santa in the Park
When: Saturday, Dec. 9
Where: Modick Park, 28 Hopatchung Rd., Hopatcong, NJ 07843
What: Modick Park transforms into a holiday market, with free hot cocoa, cookies and ornaments for the little ones. The event runs from 2:00-4:00 p.m., with Santa scheduled to arrive at dusk. Click here for more info.
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Photos with Santa
When: Now - Sunday, Dec. 24
Where: Rockaway Townsquare, 301 Mt Hope Ave., Rockaway, NJ 07866-2130
What: In nearby Rockaway, Santa Claus is headed to Rockaway Townsquare for photos! While walk-ins are welcome, advance reservations are encouraged — those who do get a free phone call from the man in red. Click here for more info.
Happy holidays, Hopatcong-Sparta! Wishing you a joyful season filled with warmth and happiness.
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