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Live music. Festive family fun. Santa’s grand arrival. And a spectacular fireworks finale.
The countdown to the holidays is on. Gather your family and friends as Big Santa, the beloved annual tradition at Westfield Garden State Plaza, returns on Sunday, November 22, at 4:00 p.m. for an unforgettable night of music, celebration and holiday magic.
A soundtrack for every generation
Hosted by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ryan Cabrera, this year’s celebration brings together iconic hits, throwback favorites and one of today’s fastest-rising new acts.
Sing and dance along with:
All-4-One, the Grammy Award-winning R&B group behind “I Swear” and “I Can Love You Like That”
TKA, the legendary New York freestyle group known for hits including “One Way Love,” “Maria” and “Louder Than Love”
Spice Wannabe, bringing the music, choreography and Girl Power of the Spice Girls to the stage
Just Your Type, also known as JYT, the dance-forward boy band taking social media by storm.
Come early. Stay for the spectacular finale.
The celebration begins before the first act takes the stage. Pre-show festivities will include stilt walkers, costume character meet-and-greets, balloon artists, and face painters, and enjoy delicious selections from food trucks and Westfield Garden State Plaza eateries. Guests are encouraged to join the fun by wearing their favorite nostalgic outfit or most festive holiday look.
Then, gather around for the moment that officially starts the season: Santa’s grand arrival by fire truck. Count down together as the legendary 42-foot Big Santa lights up the night, followed by a dazzling new fireworks show synchronized to holiday music.
It’s more than a holiday event. It’s the tradition families wait for all year.
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Event details
Date: Sunday, November 22, 2026
Time: Festivities begin at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Near Entrance 7, in the parking lot by Nordstrom
What to wear: Your most festive or nostalgic holiday look
Bring your family. Meet your friends. And be here when the holidays officially begin at Westfield Garden State Plaza.