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Holiday Happenings at Emelise Alpacas
2025-12-12 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 2025-12-14 16:00, 2025-12-14 10:00 - 2025-12-15 16:00, 2025-12-19 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-20 10:00 - 2025-12-21 16:00, 2025-12-21 10:00 - 2025-12-22 16:00, 2025-12-27 10:00 - 2025-12-28 16:00, 2025-12-28 10:00 - 2025-12-29 16:00 (America/New_York) | Emelise Alpacas, 73 MacKenzie Road, Hampton, New Jersey, 08827, United States
Join Emelise Alpacas this holiday season for a festive outing and shopping experience. Our plentiful selection of hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, sweaters, outerwear, socks, ornaments, blankets, rugs, yarn, toys and more is sure to have something for everyone on your list.

A visit from the goats
2025-12-13 12:00 - 15:00 | The Federal Twist, 8 Federal Twist Road, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
Celebrate the season at Federal Twist Vineyard with a festive visit from the Christmas goats! Enjoy cozy mulled wine, curated wine tastings, and delicious small plates as you mingle with these charming holiday guests. A warm, whimsical winter experience perfect for all ages.

Hope to see you there!

Goats and Cocoa
2025-12-13 12:00 - 2025-12-14 14:00 | Gorgeous Goat Creamery, 71 Featherbed Ln, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
No reservations needed

Live Music
2025-12-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Ironbound, 360 County Road 579, Asbury, New Jersey, 08802, United States

Holiday Dinner
2025-12-13 18:30 - 21:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Join us on Saturday December 13th at 6:30 PM to celebrate the holiday season with dinner in the 1858 Farmhouse catered by Blawenburg Bistro.

Tickets: $155

Tickets for Club Members: $135

NOTICE: Please purchase all tickets for your group in one transaction or under one name. This is how we will be arranging seating so in order for us to seat your group together, the purchase must be under one customer name. You can purchase extra tickets at a later time but make sure the name is exactly the same.

Passed Appetizers in the Tasting Room:

Duck confit crostini with sugar plum reductionCrab cakes with remoulade sauceSpinach, artichoke, and pecorino romano in phylloDeviled eggs with red pepper jam and arugulaLittle Stars of Pinot Noir, Gruner Veltliner, Unoaked Chardonnay, Silver Lining Cab Franc

Dinner in the 1858 Farmhouse

First Course:

Shrimp with plum tomato, caramelized fennel, and French feta in Unionville Vineyards Pheasant Hill Chardonnay reduction – 2024 Marsanne / Roussanne Reserve and library Hunterdon Mistral Blanc

Second Course:

Butternut squash ravioli with brussels sprouts, cranberries, walnuts, and parmesan – 2022 Pinot Noir Reserve and library Pinot Noir

Third Course:

Sous vide beef short ribs with Unionville Vineyards Sourland Ridge Red demi glace, potatoes au gratin and purple and green asparagus – 2022 The Big O and library Big O

Dessert Course:

Flourless chocolate cake, ganache, pomegranate gelée – Vat #31 Port and Coffee

Thomas Johnston Live
2025-12-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Black Shed, 343 CR-519, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
Thomas Johnston is an award-winning singer/songwriter based in Whitehouse Station, NJ. He was named the Favorite Entertainer in Hunterdon County NJ for 2022 and 2023! His first two records of original songs were each named a Top Ten Album of the Year by the Irish Voice publication in New York City, along with artists such as Van Morrison and U2! His sixth studio record, “The Troubadour”, was released in October 2023. Besides his own songs, Thomas Johnston performs covers of Classic Rock, Classic Country, Folk, Blues and Irish songs. He performs mainly in Hunterdon County and Warren County NJ, and Bucks County PA.

Santa Express
2025-12-19 10:00, 2025-12-27 10:00, 2025-12-28 10:00 | Black River & Western Railroad, 80 Stangl Road, Flemington, New Jersey, 08822, United States
All Aboard for a Holiday You’ll Never Forget

The experience begins as you board your train in Flemington, and each child receives a souvenir golden ticket! Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus on board. Stop at Ringoes Station to enjoy a cookie and hot cocoa, an abundance of festive photo opportunities, operating model trains, and more. There’s no better way to embrace the holiday spirit than at Black River & Western Railroad.

Countryside Christmas
2025-12-20 12:00 - 2025-12-21 17:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Celebrate Countryside Christmas at the Vineyard with us on December 20th and 21st from 12-5PM. Some fun festivities will include live music, fire pit, diy cork ornaments, and more!

Beneduce Vineyards: Year-End Wrap Party
2025-12-28 12:00 | NJ
Celebrate the year-end with us before our month-long winter break! 78 West, one of the area’s premiere jazz groups, will close out our final weekend of 2025 with a celebration of the American songbook and more.Seating inside our tropical & cozy Oasis greenhouse will open at 12pm. All ages are welcome. Reservations ($10/guest) are recommended.

You are welcome to bring in your own prepared outside food and non-alcoholic beverages as well.

Zinnia Moon Live
2025-12-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Black Shed, 343 CR-519, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
Zinnia Moon is coming back live at Black Shed!

Moon is a pop singer-songwriter from New Jersey. Her distinctive vocal tone and energy creates a timeless performance that is beyond her years. With an influence of Olivia Rodrigo and a touch of Adele, Zinnia captivates her audience with her lyrical ability that is prevalent within her songwriting. Old school at heart, she incorporates exuberant vocal inflections that appeal to today’s pop culture.

Click here to learn more about this talented artist.

New Year’s Eve Celebration
2025-12-31 18:00 - 23:59 | NJ
Ring in 2026 at Northridge at Woolverton Inn during their First Anniversary New Year’s Eve celebration. Hosted in the inn’s beautifully restored 1830s stone barn, the evening features a multi-course dinner by Chef Lance Knowling, live music by the Alex Otey Trio, and a champagne toast at midnight. Guests can also take part in the signature Sheep Race games, benefiting Fisherman’s Mark. Seating is available from 6:00 to 9:30 PM on December 31. Reservations are required, and tickets are $150 per person.

Weekend Bubbly Brunch✨
2026-01-17 11:30 - 14:30, 2026-01-24 11:30 - 2026-01-25 14:30, 2026-01-31 11:30 - 2026-02-01 14:30, 2026-02-07 11:30 - 2026-02-08 14:30 | NJ
Elevate your weekends with Brunch at the Winery

Savor a leisurely brunch surrounded by vineyard views. Our menu features a wide selection of Spanish-inspired dishes crafted by our in-house chef, perfectly paired with mimosas, sparkling wines, and your favorite Old York Cellars selections.

Enhance your experience with our exclusive Brunch Pairings, including the ever-popular Wine & Bacon Pairing.

Brunch is served 11:30 am – 2:30 pm every Saturday & Sunday, and on select holidays.

Sip, savor, and make your weekend sparkle! ✨

Grilled Cheese Weekend
2026-01-24 12:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse joins us in the Tasting Room for an exciting weekend of grilled cheese/panini sandwiches and wine! Live music on property both days. No cover needed and families welcome!

Soup Sunday
2026-02-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Chase away the chills of winter with warm soup by Chef Nash Reba. Grab a cup to enjoy on property or take a pint to go. Live music in the Tasting Room from 1-4PM.

Soup Menu:

Honeynut Squash and Apple Soup-Apple Butter, Spiced Hazelnut Crumble (vegan)Play on Caldo Gallego-Local Sage Sausage, Lale, Potato, White bean, Roasted Garlic, Lemon, Oregano & Rye berriesRoasted Garlic Parsnip Soup-Sage Sunflower Seed Pesto

Valentine's at Marinelli's
2026-02-12 01:00 - 16:00 | Angelico Winery, 20 Hamp Rd., Lambertville, NJ, 08530, United States
Partnering with Marinelli’s Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant, we will help you craft an memorable evening with complimentary wine tasting and food pairing 101. Join us for an tasty experience. Please book here to help us serve you better. Booking fee will be returned on the day of.
