As the leaves fall, it’s time to make the most of this cozy season with some festivals, music, strolling and more at these South Jersey events.
Run the Bridge
November 1
Run across the Ben Franklin Bridge and raise funds for the children of The Larc Norcross School during this annual fundraiser. The Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge kicks off at 8:30 am with a 10K run or 2-mile walk from the Camden side of the bridge. Registration is $75 for the 10K and $35 for the 2-mile walk. For more information, visit the website.
Fall Paddle
November 5
Paddle the scenic Wilson Lake with a guide to see the wonders of the Gloucester County spot. Scotland Run Park Nature Center provides canoes and kayaks to use. Paddlers must arrive by 9:15 am, and registration is required. For more information, visit the website.
COCO Live-to-Film
November 5
Watch the music of Coco come to life with a presentation of the Disney favorite accompanied by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México at Levoy Theatre. Tickets range from $34 to $83.25. Doors open at 5:30 pm, and the show begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Naturalist Walk at Whitesbog
November 7
Explore the nature of Whitesbog on this guided tour to look for birds, plants, mushrooms and other natural features. The walk starts at 10:30 am and lasts approximately two hours. Cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members. Registration required. For more information, visit the website.
So Many Seabirds
November 7
Watch the Fall migration of seabirds along the South Jersey coast during an afternoon of guided bird watching up and down the coast of Cape May County. Cost is $20 for NJ Audubon members and $25 for non-members. Participants will meet at Cape May Bird Observatory. For more information, visit the website.
Make & Take: Botanical Beverages
November 14
Cheers to the holidays with some new beverage recipes at Camden County Office of Sustainability’s holiday-themed botanical workshop. The event runs from 10 am to noon, and tickets cost $17.85. For more information, visit the website.
Kids Coding
November 14
Little ones are invited to join the MArlton Kids Tech Club for a morning of coding from 11 am to 12:15 pm at Evesham Library. Recommended for ages 7 to 12, and parent/caregiver of non-readers must stay and assist the child. For more information, visit the website.
Candlelight Stroll
November 21
Kick off the holiday season with a candlelit festival along Main Street in Moorestown. Stop by for a holiday pie making contest, horse-drawn carriage rides, live music, a children’s art contest and more family activities (and an appearance from Santa!). The event runs from 4 to 8 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Dickens Fest
November 28 & 29
Watch Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, come to like with Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company’s annual musical presentation at Historic Smithville. The free performances happen outside on three separate stages throughout the town at 1 pm and 5 pm on Saturday and at 1 pm on Sunday. The festival will also feature specialty shops, a KidzZone, food and more. For more information, visit the website.
Holiday Artisan Market
Nov. 28 & 29
Vendors bring holiday cheer and art, textiles, ceramics, glass, woodworking, antiques and more to the Grounds For Sculpture for its two-day artisan market. The market runs from 10 am to 5 pm each day, and is included with admission to the park. For more information, visit the website.
