Thanksgiving is over, and we are all stuffed to the gills with mashed potatoes and gravy.

Everyone is plowing full force into the holiday season. As much as I love cuddling up to the fireplace with a movie and hot chocolate, there is a lot to explore in New Jersey. Here's a list of a few winter wonderlands taking place this month.

1. Van Saun Park - Paramus, NJ

Van Saun Park's Winter Wonderland made its debut on November 25th and will be open the rest of November and December, Thursday through Sunday. The $15 park admission will include meet and greets with Santa, ice skating, food trucks, a beer garden, and kids activities including the carousel and train ride. Don't miss this new winter festival in Bergen County.

2. Holiday Lights at the Zoo- West Orange, NJ

Turtle Back Zoo will be lighting up Essex county. The admission for the light spectacular is FREE! The organization is collecting toys, non-perishable food, and gently used coats for the needy so don't forget to pitch in and pay it forward before enjoying a magical night. Check the website for days and times!

3. Cranbury Christmas Lights- Cranbury, NJ

http://www.cranburychristmaslights.com/

The Cranbury Christmas Lights House puts on an hour light show at their home synchronized to music. You must park and walk over to view the show, so remember to dress warm! On cold nights, the family will have fire pits for roasting marshmallows and hot chocolate. If you like the show please make a donation, all proceeds go directly to charity! What an awesome way to celebrate love and give back during the holidays.

4. Jenkinson's Sea of Lights- Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

http://jenkinsons.com/events/sea-of-lights-2016/

Head down the shore to see the beloved Point Pleasant boardwalk in lights. The aquarium, sweet shop, pavilion arcade will be open for the event. Take a picture with Santa, win prizes, and play holiday games. Plus, the beach is a wonderful, serene place in the winter.

5. Storybook Land- Egg Harbor Township, NJ

https://storybookland.com/fallchristmas.html

This theme park in south Jersey transforms into a marvelous Christmas fantasy. Enjoy the gorgeous Christmas light parade with characters from the park. All of the rides and snack bars will be open as well. You better be good because Santa will be making a special visit!

Ho, Ho, Ho! I hope you all have a wonderful Holiday Season!