The Christmas season officially begins in Barnegat Light on the day after Thanksgiving,, Nov. 29. Santa Claus comes to town by Coast Guard boat, delivered to the West 10th Street boat ramp as part of the borough’s official tree-lighting festivity, complete with caroling. The fun begins at 6:30 p.m.

Once he disembarks, Santa is picked up by firetruck for the next leg of his ride, white-gloved hand waving and bright lights flashing.