This Week's Holiday Events in Marlboro, Freehold, & Manalapan

Holiday calendars are filling up across Manalapan, Freehold, and Marlboro, and a lot of neighbors are asking the same thing: what’s worth carving out time for this week?

First, Downtown Freehold is in full festive mode. The Jolly Trolley returns December 12–13, offering family-friendly rides around the decorated downtown, plus Breakfast and Brunch with Santa on December 13–14 and a community Menorah Lighting Ceremony on December 16. Check the Downtown Freehold events calendar for exact times and tickets. $link$ Downtown Freehold

Over in Manalapan, the Monmouth County Library Headquarters on Symmes Drive has a nice mix of adult and family programs. This Thursday, December 11, there’s an in‑person Social Dance Club at noon, followed by an evening program on using the eBird and Merlin apps to find and identify birds—a fun pick for local nature lovers. Library events are free, but several require registration, so it’s worth browsing the December calendar before you go. $link$ Patch+2Monmouth County Library+2

Marlboro is keeping the giving spirit front and center. The township’s latest Weekend Update highlights a Toys for Tots drive running through December 12 with drop‑off boxes at the Recreation Center and Town Hall, and a special North Pole Mailbox outside the Rec Center where kids can send letters to Santa and receive a reply if they drop them off by December 11. $link$ Township of Marlboro+1

Market Minute: Locally, our market is still moving: in Manalapan, the median sale price is in the mid‑$700s and homes have been going under contract in roughly three weeks, with Freehold and Marlboro values holding steady to slightly up over the past year. Well‑priced homes are still drawing solid interest from buyers who want our schools, commuter access, and larger lots. Zillow+2Zillow+2

If you’re thinking about a move in 2026—or just want to talk timing, renovations, or value—reach out any time. I’m always happy to give neighbors a straight, local take on what’s happening in our Manalapan/Freehold/Marlboro market.