Holiday Fun in and around New York December 2023
It’s December, meaning it’s time for New York to light up for the holidays. So dress warmly, grab some hot cocoa, and celebrate. We are excited to share the events our excellent partners are holding this season, so pack up the family and enjoy all that New York has to offer!
Radio City Music Hall, NY, NY
Make this holiday season truly unforgettable. See the Rockettes live in the Christmas Spectacular, debuting on November 17 at Radio City Music Hall. Secure your tickets now and begin creating cherished memories.
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1047 Amsterdam Ave. 112 Street, NYC
845-661-1221
stjohndivine.org/crafts-at-the-cathedral
Visit Crafts at the Cathedral of St. John The Divine will return with 85 curated crafts artists from 15 states presenting. their finest original works in clay, wood, metal, paper, fiber, fashion, blown glass and mixed media. Show is from Dec 1-3. For tickets and show hours, admission and directions visit stjohndivine.org.
Staten Island
441 Clarke Avenue
This December, Historic Richmond Town will be transformed into a Dickens-style holiday wonderland where guests of all ages will find themselves immersed in holiday cheer. Guests can enjoy living history demonstrations, shopping for gifts, crafts, and commemorative items from the tinsmith, carpenter, and general store; an old-fashioned horse drawn carriage, a visit from Santa and his helpers, hot and tasty local eats, and much more that will bring on the jolly feel of the holiday spirit!
The 20th Annual Christmas Show at St. George Theatre
35 Hyatt Street
stgeorgetheatre.com/the-christmas-show-20th-anniversary
Fri., Dec. 8 to Sun., Dec. 10 (five performances)
The Tradition Continues! Celebrating the 20th year, this two-hour production is a high-energy, rhinestone-studded series of songs and dances that the whole family will enjoy! The show revolves around a grandmother reading a Christmas story about what makes the holiday season so beautiful. Set in grandmother’s house, the story takes the audience on a magical journey through numerous scenes from the North Pole with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus to Times Square, Clove Lake Park to The Rainbow Room, and culminates in a justifiably renowned Living Nativity. The show serves as a fundraiser for the St. George Theatre Restoration, Inc.
Storybook Land’s Christmas Fantasy with Lights
6415 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ
South Jersey’s Christmas Tradition for over 30 years! Watch as Santa Claus waves his magic wand and lights the park with over 1 million lights for the holiday season. All rides and snack bars are open. As seen on ABC’s The Great Christmas Light Fight. Go online for ticketing and reservation information.
Westchester -Rockland Area
The 15th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop presented by Jenny Allen / Compass
Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses, “North Pole on North Street,” 437 North Street, Greenwich, CT 06830
Santa and his three live reindeer return to Greenwich for the 15th year. Meet the reindeer, get your child’s photo with Santa (that benefits kids in crisis), write letters to Santa, enjoy the reindeer coloring station, and participate in the two Mercedes-Benz kids electric car raffles. Visit the beautiful Christmas shop and get your Christmas tree at Sam Bridge Nursery!
Holiday Happenings at Cross County Center
8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers, NY 10704
914-968-9570
With our outdoor setting, free up-close parking and family-friendly amenities, Cross County Center is a one-stop for holiday shopping, dining, and entertainment. Cross County Center will offer a real NYC Christmas experience right in the heart of Yonkers this month with the largest holiday tree in Westchester that you can walk-thru, Pop-Up Ice Skating Rink, Holiday Food Truck Market with Igloos and of course everyone’s favorite, photos with Santa!
Holiday Lane at American Christmas
A Christmas Experience’ Unlike Any Other! This year’s “Holiday Lane at American Christmas” is twice the size and offers numerous opportunities for memorable holiday photos. An immersive in-door walk-through experience with 100,000 dazzling lights, 100 captivating animatronics in nine themed areas. Santa on site Wednesdays and Fridays! Now through December 22nd. Free parking. Prices vary. Check the website for details and tickets. 100% of net ticket proceeds will be donated to three nonprofit organizations!
39 Fitzgerald Street, Yonkers, NY 10710
914-775-6015
legolanddiscoverycenter.com/westchester
Ho-Ho-Whoa! Budding builders can get in the holiday spirit with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s Holiday Bricktacular event starting this November! From November 25th to January 1st, LEGO lovers of all ages can witness each attraction transform into a winter wonderland, full of holiday LEGO creations, merry LEGO experiences and holly-jolly surprises that are sure to delight.
The Capitol Theatre, 149 Westchester Avenue in Port Chester
thecapitoltheatre.com/events/detail/central-park-dance-presents-the-nutcracker-g5vvz94aaz4s8
On December 11th Central Park Dance Presents The Nutcracker: A winter tradition for Westchester families, Central Park Dance will return to The Capitol Theatre this holiday season with its eighth annual production of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Join Clara on her wild journey through a blizzard of ballerinas into a Land of Sweets filled with colorful characters and pure holiday magic. This beloved classic features over 100 dancers from Central Park Dance and surrounding Westchester communities.
Otto Specht School Holiday Fair & Crafts Sale
241 Hungry Hollow Rd., Chestnut Ridge, NY
845-352-5020
ottospechtschool.org/holiday-fair-2023
The Otto Specht School and the Fellowship Community invite you to their annual Holiday Fair and Craft Sale. Located in Chestnut Ridge, NY the fair will feature children’s activities, puppet plays, live music, great food, and the nostalgic charm of an old time holiday village complete with chestnuts roasting on an open fire, fresh hot cider, and more! Dec. 1st 2pm – 8pm & Dec. 2nd 10 am – 4 pm
Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble Presents The Nutcracker
Rockland Community College
145 College Rd.
Suffern N.Y. 10901
845-623-2808
Rocklandyouthdanc eensemble.org
rydenutcracker@gmail.com
Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble’s family friendly classic The Nutcracker returns to Rockland Community College for its 44th season. There are special narrated performances for young guests. They also offer group rates for scout troops and other organizations. December 8th thru Dec 10th.
1 Elm St, Ardsley, NY 10502
Everyone in the special needs community is invited to our first SNEAKER BALL-Dec31st 2023 1pm-6pm at House of Sports in Ardsley, NY. Celebrate the New Year with us by dressing up, joining the fun, and making new friends–AND wearing your favorite sneakers. Register at rscwestchester.com.
Skate with Santa at Hommocks Park Ice Rink
140 Hommocks Road, Larchmont NY 10538
914-834-1069
townofmamaroneckny.org/recreation
Are you looking for a unique, fun, and festive way to celebrate the holiday season? Then look no further! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of ice skating with Santa. This magical event will be happening on Saturday December 9th, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. But here’s a tip: the public session starts at 1:00 PM, so you can come early and warm up your skating skills before Santa arrives.
Wave Hill Holiday
4900 Independence Ave, Bronx, NY 10471
Wave Hill Gardens will be dressed for the holidays and host many memorable events to celebrate the season with family and friends, from forest bathing and birding to a Latin social night and evening of transcendent sound. Dec 1-3 is the much-anticipated Artisan Market and Wreath-Making Workshops. Free family programs will be held on select Thursday evenings in December, including a Winter Solstice Celebration on December 21. On Friday nights, adults can dance the night away with instructors from Ailey Extension or enjoy jazz and more. Also, the garden is open for all to come for an evening stroll. Wave Hill is open Tuesday-Sunday, 10-4:30 every day, with late-night hours for Winter Haven Opening Weekend and select Thursday and Friday evenings throughout the month. Check wavehill.org for event times and further details.
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland
1 Bronx River Pkwy, Valhalla, NY 10595
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland, will return to Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla from November 24 through December 31, 2023. Check out electrifying lights, fan-favorite holiday scenes and the best LIVE Santa Claus in Westchester all conveniently located close to home and from the warmth and comfort of your own car.
Yonkers Downtown Presents 3rd Annual Festive, Fun-Filled Winter Market
Indoors at 25 Warburton Ave. Outdoors at Van Der Donck Park.
Sunday, December 15th from 12 Noon to 5pm
Yonkers Downtown Waterfront Business Improvement District is inviting everyone to an enchanting indoor-outdoor Winter Market experience. Perfectly timed to ring in the holiday season, this festive, one-day special market is perfect for the whole family. The heart of the Winter Market is the wide variety of 20+ local artisan vendors. This fun-filled event features ice skating, snow globe photo ops, food, and festive live entertainment. Free admission.
White Plains Holiday Market
Court Street between Main Street and Martine Avenue, White Plains, NY
wpbid.com/events/holidaymarket2022
Wed Dec 6, 2023 – Sun Dec 17, 2023
This outdoor holiday market features more than 40 local and regional vendors in an open-air booth format, including food and drink. Pick up a Christmas tree while you’re there. The White Plains Holiday Market is located on Court Street between Main Street and Martine Avenue and will be open from 11am to 6pm, Monday through Wednesday, and 11am to 7pm, Thursday through Sunday. All ages are welcome with free admission!
New Jersey and Connecticut
The 15th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop presented by Jenny Allen / Compass
Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses, “North Pole on North Street,” 437 North Street, Greenwich, CT 06830
Santa and his three live reindeer return to Greenwich for the 15th year. Meet the reindeer, get your child’s photo with Santa (that benefits kids in crisis), write letters to Santa, enjoy the reindeer coloring station, and participate in the two Mercedes-Benz kids electric car raffles. Visit the beautiful Christmas shop and get your Christmas tree at Sam Bridge Nursery! November 24 – December 23, 2023
