Don't Miss this Holiday Light Display in NJ!

This November, visit the Turtle Back Zoo for a holiday event in NJ that will make your trip even more spectacular!

The Holiday Lights Spectacular, a must-see light display in NJ, begins Friday, November 23, 2012 at the Turtle Back Zoo.

The holiday light display in the Essex County, NJ zoo will showcase 100,000 bulbs and 40 lit displays. It’s the perfect event to kick off the holiday season!

Admission for the Holiday Lights Spectacular is free but the Turtle Back Zoo will be collecting non-perishable food, winter coats and unwrapped new toys for the needy each evening of the holiday light display.  For more information about the holiday attraction in NJ, visit the Turtle Back Zoo website.

We hope everyone enjoys the Holiday Lights Spectacular from all of us here at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ.

The Wilshire Grand Hotel is Named One of Manhattan Bride's Best of 2012!

We’re happy to announce that The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ has just been selected as one of the bridal vendors to be named Manhattan Bride’s Best of 2012.

As one of Manhattan Bride’s Best of 2012, our NJ hotel has been recognized for our superior standards of service, quality and reliability. It is an honor to receive this prestigious award and to be listed among Manhattan Bride's Best of 2012 for wedding venues in New Jersey.

As one of New Jersey’s premier banquet halls, we offer two elegant ballrooms and an outdoor garden area with a gazebo. From our magnificent Grand Ballroom to The Loft at 350, we ensure the perfect amount of space to fit your needs.

We happily welcome all couples to celebrate their big day at our event venue in NJ. Visit our Weddings & Events page on The Wilshire Grand Hotel website to learn more.

Rock Out with your Favorite Disney Characters at this Family Event in NJ!

Disney on Ice presents Rockin' Ever After on November 14-18, 2012 at the Prudential Center!

Gather the family and don’t miss the magical event in NJ that will feature beloved characters from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Tangled and Brave. We invite you to plan your family getaway for the Disney event at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ.

The enchanting show will have audiences of all ages dancing in their seats. From Scottish jigs to show-stopping performances, Disney on Ice: Rockin’ Ever After is sure to be a memorable evening in NJ. For more information, visit the Prudential Center Newark website.

Conveniently located near all of the events at the Prudential Center, we welcome you to book your family stay for the event with us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ. Enjoy luxurious accommodations and rest comfortably after enjoying the show. We invite you to visit our website to learn more.

The 2012 Kellogg's® Tour of Gymnastics Champions is Coming to the Prudential Center!

The 2102 Kellogg’s® Tour of Gymnastics Champions will be making a stop at the Prudential Center on November 10, 2012. We invite you to plan your stay with us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ.

The top gymnasts that will be performing will include members of the men’s and women’s 2011 World Championships and 2012 Olympic teams, past Olympians and U.S. medalists. The impressive cast for the 2012 Kellogg’s Tour® of Gymnastics Champions will feature: Nastia Liukin, Gabby Douglas, Aly Raisman, Jordyn Wieber, Kyla Ross, McKayala Maroney, John Orozco, Jonathan Horton and Jake Dalton.

Along with the Olympians, local gymnasts will also have the opportunity to participate in the 2012 Kellogg’s® Tour of Gymnastics Champion performance.

For more information about the New Jersey tour, visit the Prudential Center Newark website.

Don’t miss the national tour when it comes to New Jersey this November. Book your overnight stay with us at The Wilshire Grand in West Orange, NJ, conveniently located near the Newark arena. Visit our website for more details and begin planning your trip for the event today.

Spend a Fall Day Enjoying these Activities at Fairfield Farms and Greenhouses in Essex County!

Fall is in the air! Welcome the season with a visit to Fairfield Farms and Greenhouses, located right in Essex County and conveniently near us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ.

The fall activities at the Essex County farm include:

• Hayrides
• Pumpkin picking
• 5-acre hay maze/corn maze
• Child-Friendly Obstacle Course
• Pumpkin Launch Game

The family-friendly, fall activities are perfect for residents in Essex County or those looking to plan a family trip in NJ. Fairfield Farms and Greenhouses is open seven days a week for hayrides and pumpkin picking! For more information about the NJ attraction, visit the Fairfield Farms and Greenhouses website.

After enjoying the fall activities at the Essex County attraction, we invite you to rest comfortably in our accommodations at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ. Visit our website for more details.

Cheer on the New Jersey Devils in the 2012-13 Season!

Another season of New Jersey Devils hockey is about to begin! Plan your stay with us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel and enjoy a convenient drive to and from the Prudential Center, home of the New Jersey Devils.

The New Jersey Devils will begin the 2012 pre-season against the New York Rangers on Wednesday, September 26, 2012. Their first pre-season home game at the Prudential Center will be on Friday, September 28, 2012 against the Rangers.

The 2012-13 Regular Season for the Devils will begin on the road against the Washington Capitals on Friday, October 12, 2012. Then, the New Jersey Devils travel back home to their Newark arena for a home game against the Boston Bruins on Saturday, October 13, 2012.

For more information about the New Jersey Devils and their 2012-13 Season, visit the Official Web Site for the New Jersey Devils.

We invite all hockey fans to plan their overnight stay with us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel in West Orange, NJ. Visit our website for more information and come cheer on the New Jersey Devils at their next home game.

The Wilshire Grand Hotel Appears On 7 on Your Side!

On Friday, August 31, 2012, WABC-TV Channel 7 Eyewitness News aired the story of Matthew & Shea Bailey!

After Hurricane Irene hit the Asbury Park beach where Matt and Shea planned to say ‘I Do’, the couple was invited to The Wilshire Grand Hotel for a second chance at their dream wedding.

Our very own Ed Reagoso made his TV appearance to share his thoughts about the gesture, exclaiming “It’s nice to do good things for good people, doesn’t happen too often!”

On Sunday, August 19, 2012, just one year after Hurricane Irene canceled the couple's wedding, the Bailey's and 250 of their guests danced the night away at our NJ wedding venue at The Wilshire Grand Hotel. “We gave them their wedding, the music, the food, the flowers,” exclaimed Ed Reagoso, General Manager of The Wilshire Grand Hotel.

It was a night to remember under clear skies in New Jersey!

Click here to learn more and to watch the 7 on Your Side coverage of the story!

The Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival is the Largest Poetry Event in North America!

The Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival is returning to Newark on October 11-14, 2012!

Plan your stay with us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ and don’t miss the lineup of performances and discussions scheduled throughout the four-day event.

As the largest poetry event in North America, the NJ festival will be taking place at various locations in Newark including NJPAC and the Newark Museum. The Dodge Poetry Festival will feature over 100 poetry events and a full line-up of poets that will be performing at the Newark galleries, museums, and more.

The 14th biennial Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival will feature performances throughout the day and evening. For more information about the festival in Newark, visit the Dodge Poetry website.

If looking for a hotel near the North Jersey event, we invite you to visit our website and plan your stay with us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, conveniently located nearby in West Orange, NJ.

Couple gets their Dream Wedding at our Venue in NJ!

When Shea and Matthew set their date for August 27, 2011, they had no idea that their beach wedding in Asbury Park would be canceled.

When Tropical Storm Irene ripped through the Jersey Shore just one day before Shea and Matthew planned to say “I do,” the couple had to cancel their plans for their dream wedding of more than 100 guests and instead exchange vows at a rehearsal dinner surrounded by the few guests that were able to attend.

After appearing on Anderson Cooper’s talk show to tell their story and warn future brides about the importance of having wedding insurance, Shea and Matthew Bailey were surprised with a second chance at their wedding at our venue in NJ!

Eager to help out the couple, we invited them and more than 150 friends and family for a complete wedding redo at our venue in West Orange, NJ, giving the Baileys an opportunity to celebrate their wedding surrounded by everyone who was supposed to be there the first time.

When the day finally arrived, the Baileys had their dream wedding at our venue with clear skies over head and have described the experience as “awesome” and the NJ reception “perfect” even if it was a year late.

The couple's story recently aired on News 12 NJ.

It was a pleasure to be a part of Shea and Matthews’ wedding and we wish them all the best from everyone here at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, NJ!

The New Jersey Museums to Explore!

While looking for things to do in New Jersey, you may find that a museum is the perfect way to spend the afternoon. At The Wilshire Grand Hotel in West Orange, we’re conveniently located near wonderful attractions that we think the whole family will enjoy. Plan a mini vacation with us in New Jersey and set some time aside to explore these intriguing museums, located just minutes away!

Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center: Whether a devoted baseball fan or just interested to learn more about Yogi Berra’s life and accomplishments, you’ll find this museum to be a wonderful way to start your day.

Montclair Art Museum: Take a walk through this New Jersey museum and enjoy the special exhibition: Patterns, Systems, Structures: Abstraction in American Art, now until May 19, 2013. Coming this fall, Saya Woolfalk: The Empathics will feature work created especially for MAM and will be on display beginning September 28, 2012 through January 6, 2013.

Imagine That!!!: This New Jersey Children’s Museum encourages young children to touch, learn and explore over 50 fascinating exhibits that stretch their imagination!

Newark Museum: As the largest New Jersey museum, the Newark Museum features 80 galleries of world-class collections.

Lambert Castle Museum: Explore the rich variety of historical artifacts or take a visit to the observation tower to experience one of the most exciting views of the NYC skyline!

Plan your New Jersey getaway today to experience all of these museums and more! We invite you to visit our website and book your stay with us at The Wilshire Grand Hotel.