Light shows nearby, skating that counts as cardio, and a holiday vibe you can actually enjoy.
Somerville in December is the perfect place to keep it simple: a little festive, a little funny, and a lot of “let’s do what we can.”
1) Winter WonderLights (Nearby drive-thru sparkle)
655 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ — Daily 5:30–10:00pm, through Dec 28.
Why we love it: Nobody has to walk, nobody has to freeze, and everyone still gets that big holiday feeling.
2) Roosevelt Park Family Ice Skating Rink (Old-school winter joy)
151 Parsonage Rd, Edison, NJ — Season runs Dec 3–Mar 29 with posted weekly hours.
Why we love it: It’s classic. It’s wholesome. And it’s a guaranteed way to tire out the kids before bedtime. (Bless.)
3) Optional Parents’ Night: Ugly Sweater Bash (A little “grown-up” holiday fun)
57 W. Main Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 — Saturday, Dec 20, 2025; doors 6:30pm, event 7:00pm.
Why we love it: Sometimes the best gift you can give your kids is parents who got a night out and came back happier.
Closing cozy note:
The best Somerville holiday plan is the one you’ll actually do. Keep it light, keep it warm, and remember: the kids won’t recall the “perfect schedule.” They’ll remember the laughs, the lights, and how you showed up.