Weekend Happenings!‘Tis the month of Maying! Weekends are getting packed with great events this spring, since there is never a lack of variety when it comes to fun things to do in South Jersey!
May the force be with you as this weekend brings the Official Star Wars Convention. Live music events, wine and beer tastings, two plays and a sport bike show are also on this weekend’s agenda. Don’t forget great kids activities, too!
Don’t forget to add your event to our calendar – simply email calendar@sojohappening.com to be included.
SoJo Happening Weekend Guide, 1/20-1/22Every weekend there are tons of great things to do all over South Jersey.
Family events, happy hours, theater shows, concerts, food and wine events, and more!
This weekend’s HAPPENINGS include:
The holidays are fast approaching! And that means there are tons of events to enjoy in South Jersey! From Christmas and Hannukah celebrations, to free workouts, to concerts with music legends, SoJo’s got you covered!
Santa on Haddon Ave! 6:00pm- 9:00pm
Santa will welcome families at his Collingswood Headquarters in the front window of West Side Gravy Restaurant, 714 Haddon Avenue. When you visit with Santa, bring a canned good donation for the Custodian/Maintenance Food Drive of Collingswood.
Photos with Santa will be available for purchase.
Nutcracker @ South Jersey Ballet – 7:30pm
Voorhees School Theatre, Holly Oak Drive, Voorhees NJ
Each holiday season, South Jersey Ballet Theatre performs the ever-classic Nutcracker for sold-out audiences. This fabulous response assures South Jersey Ballet Theatre that its commitment to dance excellence is well appreciated in South Jersey.
Adults: $18, Seniors: $15, Children: $12 (more…)
A Family Friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrates the Arts!It all began in Boston in 1976 with a small local group of artists who were inspired to create a new kind of New Year’s revelry emphasizing community spirit. Now, First Night New Year’s Eve Celebrations can be found all over the country Right here in Haddonfield, the tradition continues, emphasizing a family-friendly, alcohol free celebration of the arts on New Year’s Eve.
First Night Haddonfield boasts an impressive lineup of live performers (below). In addition to the scheduled performances, food stands, strolling street performers, and musicians will take to the streets and sidewalks downtown for the convenience and enjoyment of all visitors. (more…)

Camden County and its neighbors are full of things to do this holiday season. Tree lightings, caroling, shopping, dining out, and more! Take a look at our events below, and make sure you come back soon, as this post will be updated frequently!
Friday, December 2nd, 2011Historical Society of Haddonfield, 343 Kings Hwy E, Haddonfield, NJ, FREE
This holiday shop will feature handmade crafts, jewlery, handbags, household items, food and more.
First Friday Art Show & Holiday Gathering – Merchantville
220 N Centre St, Merchantville, NJ – 5:00 – 9:00 pm
This free event will feature live music, hula-hoop performances, bodywork, face painting, art work in a variety of mediums by local artists and a special visit from Santa Claus. Food and refreshments will also be provided. First Fridays are a monthly event in Merchantville. For details please call 856-910-1600. (more…)
The air is getting chilly, the holiday season is creeping in, and there’s tons to do in SoJo this weekend! From theater to comedy to kids events, SoJo’s got you covered!
Friends of the Cherry Hill Public Library Book Sale- 9am-3pm
Cherry Hill Library, 1100 Kings Highway North Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034
Thousands of books will be offered at drastically reduced prices during the Friends of the Cherry Hill Public Library Book Sale, to be held November 17-19, at the Cherry Hill Public Library. Books are available in more than thirty categories including: mystery, travel, cooking, art and music, children’s books, science fiction and much more. Prices start at 50 cents. On Saturday, November 19, fill a grocery bag with books for only $5!
12 Dancing Princesses at The Ritz Theatre
The Ritz Theatre, 915 White Horse Pike, Haddon Twp., NJ 08108 – 10:00 AM. In this children’s play, the king locks the bedchamber door each night as his 12 lovely princess daughters go to bed – but each morning they have worn out their dancing slippers. How can this be happening? Thurs.-Fri., 10am. Sat., 10am & 1pm. Cost: $10 (more…)
Tons to do this weekend! From wine tastings to theater and charity events, SoJo’s got you covered!
Friday, November 4th
Wine Tasting & Food Event
Wedgwood Country Club, 200 Hurffville Road Turnersville, NJ – 6:30 PM – 9:30 pm
Washington Township Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Foundation in partnership with Salina Wine & Liquor Presents its 5th Annual Wine Tasting & Food Event on Friday, November 4, 2011 at Wedgwood Country Club, Grand Ballroom. This event features over 200 WINES from around the world as well as a fabulous selection of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, saute` station, desserts and live music.
Haddonfield First Friday
Haddon Avenue, Haddonfield – 5:00-9:00 pm.
Artists and entertainers will line the streets downtown and our stores will be open for business until 9pm, with many offering in-store events, promotions and refreshments. Plan to leave work early, grab your family and friends, make your dinner reservations and head into Haddonfield for a fun and festive night of arts, culture, shopping and dining! (more…)
Sure, it’s nice to go out to a fancy schmancy restaurant and get all dolled up to pay top dollar for some serious cuisine. But every now and again, you want a laid back joint that can (more…)
Some people call it the best party night of the year. Others call it amateur hour. Whichever your view, there’s plenty to do on Thanksgiving Eve in SoJo! Bars, always thinking up innovative ways to turn a mid-week buck, indulge this tradition by offering drink specials, live music and general promises of overcrowding and debauchery. Here are a few of the night’s bright spots.
Adelphia – Deptford
Cintron gives the “Ultimate Thanksgiving Eve Party” some Latin flair. The Grammy-nominated band beings at 6 p.m. and plays all night. (more…)