# Winter Solstice Celebration

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 12 · 10:00 AM
- Where: Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Boulevard, Toms River, NJ 08753
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Ocean County Parks and Recreation
- Official page: https://oceancountytourism.com/event/winter-solstice-celebration-2/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A free winter solstice celebration at the Cooper Environmental Center in a county park. Families can play games, make crafts, listen to live animal talks and take horse carriage rides. There is also campfire story time, food, a visit from Santa and a candy cane nature walk. A mix of nature learning and holiday fun that suits children of all ages.

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