Holiday Kick-Off and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Physick Estate

Emlen Physick Estate

Date: 11/21/2026
Starts: 4:00

Santa and his elves have decked out the Physick Estate with thousands of lights and holiday trimmings. Visitors of all ages are invited to this annual tradition outdoors on the grounds of the estate, a thrilling start to the holiday season, presented by Cape May MAC and sponsored by Sturdy Savings Bank. Holiday Preview Weekend Craft Show will start at 4pm on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate. Shop local for handmade gifts for friends and family this holiday season. Adult hot beverages will be available for purchase. Enjoy a free performance of holiday classics by the John Walter Community Band at 5:30 pm, as we join Santa in lighting the tree! There will be strolling musicians from 5pm-5:30pm.

Don't forget donations - donations on non-perishable food items will be collected for the Cape May Community Food Closet. Representatives from Toys for Tots will be attending the event and collecting gifts for their charity. Gifts can be dropped off at the Carriage House Museum Shop.