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Don’t Miss These Festivals Bringing Magic to November Harmonies, History, and Holiday Cheer
November brings a lively kickoff to the holiday season across Staten Island and New Jersey! From the soulful sounds of jazz echoing through Cape May to harvest traditions brought to life in Historic Richmond Town, and the timeless magic of Dickens in Smithville, this month is bursting with opportunities to celebrate community, culture, and cheer. 2025 Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Festival Nov. 6–9 ExitZeroJazzFestival.com Get ready to swing, dance, and celebrate at the 2025 Autumn Exit Zero Jazz Festival, happening in Cape May, New Jersey! For three unforgettable days, this seaside town transforms into a music lover’s playground where Grammy-winning headliners share the stage with hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Feel the energy of New Orleans-
style second-line parades, groove to Brazilian drum lines, and soak in jazz, blues, funk, and R&B pouring out of every corner, from the grand Main Stage to cozy bars and restaurants. Add craft brews, fine wines, and coastal charm, and it’s pure festival magic. Hearth & Harvest Festival Nov. 15, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. HistoricRichmondTown.org/events Step back in time and celebrate the season at Hearth & Harvest Festival at Historic Richmond Town. This immersive event honors centuries-old traditions with an exhibition of Native American life and culture, featuring indigenous dance, storytelling, and crafts. Wander through historic kitchens to watch costumed interpreters bring 18th and 19th century harvest recipes to life over open hearths. Sample Native American food
traditions with Buffalo Jump NYC, shop handmade artisan goods, and experience the warmth, flavor, and community spirit of harvest celebrations past. Holiday Dickens Fest Nov. 29–30 HistoricSmithville.com Embrace the magic of the holidays at the Dickens Festival in Historic Smithville, New Jersey! Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company presents a lively outdoor musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” complete with Scrooge, the Ghosts of Christmas, and a heartwarming carol sing-along. Stroll among holiday vendors, enjoy festive treats, and stay for the dazzling Christmas tree lighting and the breathtaking Light Show on the Lake, featuring over 50,000 dancing lights reflected across Lake Meone. Admission is free!
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