Holiday Events in the Long Island Area
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Long Island KidsOutAndAbout Holiday Newsletter |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
The holiday season is filled with fun throughout our area for the next several weeks! Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's bring the community together in a vibrant celebration of joy and tradition. Here is your master guide to the holidays, including events, concerts, activities, Christmas tree farms, and more! From dazzling light displays to festive markets, there’s something
for everyone to enjoy. Gather with family and friends to create lasting memories and experience the spirit of the season. You'll see right below my signature a link to our HUGE list of ideas for local fun: 101 of them! Scan the list below, then bookmark the 101 list as your go-to resource for this holiday season!
Happy Holidays!
—Debra Ross, publisher |
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KidsOutAndAbout's 2025 holiday events list for Long Island. Christmas concerts, lights, trees, nativities, and more. . . plus activities for Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's Eve.
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Long Island offers a delightful selection of Christmas tree farms that bring the magic of the holiday season to life. Families can enjoy the cherished tradition of selecting the perfect tree while exploring picturesque landscapes and engaging in festive activities. From charming local farms to larger operations, each location provides a unique experience, complete with hayrides, hot cocoa, and seasonal treats. Many farms also host holiday events, making it easy to create lasting memories with loved ones. Whether you’re looking for a classic fir or a unique spruce, the Christmas tree farms around Long Island promise to make your holiday celebrations truly special.
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Experience the holiday magic with New York Theatre Ballet’s one-hour rendition of The Nutcracker, perfect for ages 3 and up. Featuring enchanting choreography by Keith Michael, this reimagined classic brings Tchaikovsky’s beloved score to life in Art Nouveau style of 1907. Don’t miss the captivating mice, dancing imps, and other delightful surprises that will mesmerize audiences of all ages.
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He’s sneaky. He’s silly. And he’s ready to roll! Join us at United Skates for a night of holiday mischief and skating fun with the one and only GRINCH! Snap pics with the Grinch, skate to festive tunes, and make memories that even Cindy Lou Who would love! Tag your crew, grab your skates (or rent ’em), and let’s make this a night to remember!
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Step into the season at NYC’s Favorite Holiday Tradition! After more than three decades, the Holiday Train Show continues to delight as New York City’s favorite winter tradition and a can’t-miss adventure. The timeless magic of rail travel fills NYBG with seasonal cheer as model trains travel over famous bridges and through familiar city settings, bringing nearly 200 twinkling landmark replicas—including new surprises for 2025/2026—to life under the glass of the warm and welcoming Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. Get up close to see these miniature masterpieces, each one meticulously crafted from plant parts like palm fronds, pinecones, and cinnamon sticks. Then head outside to explore a glowing mountain-scape brimming with even more trains and picture-perfect moments.
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Sat, Nov 29: Get ready to jingle and roll at our Elf Skate Party on Saturday November 29th from 10:00am-12:00pm at United Skates of America – Seaford! Come dressed in your elf gear or holiday best and skate into the season with festive music, holiday cheer, and magical vibes on wheels!
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New York’s family-favorite holiday tradition returns, as millions of lights and hundreds of illuminated animals spread across six lantern trails. Holiday Lights is a festive night out with friends and family as we celebrate wildlife and enjoy immersive light experiences, hands-on activities, holiday entertainment, and delicious food and drinks. Beloved favorites return, including the Holiday Train and Enchanted Sea - plus NEW surprises including thrilling snow tube slides, an epic illuminated ice-themed throne, virtual snowball throwing, and much more.
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The Nutcracker Act II This 50 minute version of The Nutcracker is a delight.
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Sunday, Nov 30: Meet Santa Claus and have your picture taken with him at the Montauk Point Lighthouse! Enjoy delicious hot chocolate donated by Hampton Coffee and scrumptious cookies donated by the Montauk Bake Shoppe. This event is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.
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Friday, Nov 28: Share The Enchantment of The Nutcracker with Ballet Long Island in Ronkonkoma! The Nutcracker is the perfect holiday tradition for all ages. This enchanting production will warm your heart and fill your spirit with the magic of the season.
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A family-friendly musical celebration on REAL ICE that is literally the "coolest" show for all ages this holiday season. On stage at The Gateway Playhouse in Bellport, NY, from November 28, 2025, to January 4, 2026.
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Sunday, Dec 7: Celebrate the season with live music, crafts, and festive shopping. Snap photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, take selfies among the beautiful evergreen displays in the Garden, and enjoy seasonal drinks from the Holiday Bar. The night concludes with a lantern walk to the tree-lighting.
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KidsOutAndAbout's list of family-friendly New Year's activities in Long Island
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