Holiday Activities Archives – New York Family

Halloween Books for Kids of All Ages

Spooky Halloween Stories for Every Age

By Marina Dunbar and Alexa Lutter

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A Year of Fun: A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Across Westchester and Beyond

By Shara Levine

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Celebrate Easter in Times Square with Bunny Brunch at Planet Hollywood New York

By New York Family's advertising partner

Easter eggs

Eggcellent Idea: Creative Alternatives for Easter Egg Decorating

By Náosha Gregg

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Festivals & Holidays

10 New Year’s Events for Families on Long Island

By Shara Levine

Christmas dinner

20 Restaurants To Eat Christmas Dinner In NYC

By Náosha Gregg

Christmas Events 2024

Our NYC

31 Fun Christmas Events Around New York City 2024

By Shara Levine

Free Holiday Events NYC Long Island

Festivals & Holidays

40 Free Holiday Events in NYC & Long Island

By Alexa Lutter

Santa Claus sits in a festively decorated area with garlands, red bows, ornaments, and gift boxes at Macy’s Santaland, ready for holiday visitors.

31 Places to Take Photos with Santa In New York Area

By Shara Levine

24 Incredible Long Island Christmas Events 2024

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24 Incredible Long Island Christmas Events 2024

By Shara Levine

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Ski NY Introduces Free Passport Program for Kids

By Náosha Gregg

Long Island Chanukah Events 2023

Hanukkah

26 Great Family-Friendly Hanukkah Events on Long Island

By Shara Levine

27 Festive Hanukkah Events for Families in New York City

Brooklyn

33 Festive Hanukkah Events for Families in New York City

By Shara Levine

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A Very Merry New York Family Holiday Guide

By Danielle Ramos

What Is Kwanzaa? Everything You Need to Know About the Forgotten Holiday

Festivals & Holidays

What Is Kwanzaa? Everything You Need to Know About the Seemingly Forgotten Holiday

By Náosha Gregg

Dining with Santa on Long Island 2023

Festivals & Holidays

14 Places for Dining with Santa on Long Island 2024

By Shara Levine

Top Holiday Movies to Stream This Year

15 Family-Friendly Holiday Movies to Stream This Year

By Danielle Ramos

Dining with Santa in New York City 2023

16 Awesome Spots for Dining with Santa in New York City 2024

By Shara Levine

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Our NYC

25 Amazing Holiday Performances in the New York Area 2024

By Shara Levine

Free Holiday Photo Shoot for Families in the Bronx

Free Holiday Photo Shoot for Families in the Bronx

By Danielle Ramos