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Hudson Valley Events
Walk-through Light Extravaganza
Lumina
16
DEC
Multiple Dates
$33 & Up
4:30pm - 8:30pm
Family Fun Event
Immerse yourself in the warmth and magic of our enchanting, illuminated forest. Over half a million brilliant lights will create a cozy and inviting glow, filling the air with holiday cheer. Join us for this heartwarming adventure and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Harvest Moon Orchard
130 Hardscrabble Rd
North Salem, NY
Christmas Spirit
Holiday Lane
12
DEC
Multiple Dates
Free to Attend
3:30pm - 9pm
Family Fun Event
Step into the magic at Holiday Lane at American Christmas. For the third year, Holiday Lane transforms into an enchanting walk-through filled with over 100,000 twinkling lights, whimsical animatronics, and breathtaking themed displays. Perfect for families, festive date nights, or anyone chasing holiday cheer. Highlights include a Santa in New York experience and the chance to shop unique holiday decor at the Christmas in America store. Make this your new holiday tradition—pure Christmas magic awaits. Plan your visit today!
American Christmas
30 Warren Pl
Mt Vernon, NY
Largest Immersive Festival
LuminoCity Festival
16
DEC
11/8 - 1/5
Adults - $36.50, Kids - $28.43
4:30pm
Family Fun Event
Step into a world where wonder and imagination light up the night at the LuminoCity Festival! Experience the magic of winter as you wander through an awe-inspiring, immersive display of art, light, and color at Eisenhower Park. Marvel at dazzling light installations that transform the park into a glowing wonderland.
But the magic doesn’t stop there—treat yourself to tasty bites from food trucks, explore holiday gift shops for the perfect festive finds, and enjoy special themed days filled with surprises. This is the winter event you won’t want to miss!
Eisenhower Park
1899 Hempstead Tpke
East Meadow, NY
A drive-thru winter holiday light show!
Peace, Love & Lights
16
DEC
11/29 - 12/29
$32 & UP
5pm - 9pm
Drive into holiday magic!
This holiday season, drive into a world of wonder at Bethel Woods’ Winter Light Show! From Black Friday through New Year’s Eve, cruise along 1.7 miles of twinkling displays set against the stunning Bethel Woods grounds. Turn off your headlights and let the magical glow guide you through a sparkling winter escape—all from the warmth of your car! Gather your loved ones, tune into holiday tunes, and soak up the festive spirit. Admission for a standard vehicle is $32—don’t miss this enchanting holiday experience!
Bethel Woods
200 Hurd Rd
Bethel, NY
Family-Friendly Event
The Polar Express
19
DEC
11/15 - 12/23 THUR - SUN
$36 - $55
Family Fun Event
All aboard for a holiday adventure! This November, step into the world of The Polar Express on the Catskill Mountain Railroad. Relive the enchanting sights and sounds of the film as you journey to the North Pole. Your golden ticket will be punched by the conductor, and dancing chefs will delight you with hot chocolate and cookies. The magic peaks when Santa and his elves join the fun. Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday experience!
Catskill Mountain Railroad
55 Kingston Plaza Rd
Kingston, NY
Drive - Through Experience
The Wonderland of Lights
19
DEC
THUR - SUN
$30 per car
5pm - 9pm
Family Fun Event
This drive-thru light show features hundreds of dazzling displays synchronized to festive holiday music, creating a sparkling experience for all. The event offers a safe and enjoyable way to celebrate the season from the comfort of your vehicle.
Dutchess County Fairgrounds
6636 U.S. 9
Rhinebeck, NY
Family Fun Event
Winter Wonderland
20
DEC
FRI - SAT - SUN 11/29 - 12/30
$20
5pm - 9pm
Lights, Laughter, Santa!
Create magical holiday memories at Dogwood Acres! Take a wagon ride through sparkling lights, challenge friends to festive games, visit adorable farm animals, and warm up with delicious treats. Don’t miss your chance to meet Santa and experience the joy of the season!
Dogwood Acres Family Farm
749 Route 17M
Middletown, NY
By The Bang Group
"Nut/Cracked"
20
DEC
FRI - SUN
$45
8pm
A Twist on the Classics
Enjoy a fresh and humorous take on a holiday classic with "Nut/Cracked" by The Bang Group at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park. This innovative performance blends tap, ballet, disco, and more to reimagine Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker with a witty twist.
If you’re looking for something a little different this holiday season, this inventive show is a perfect choice. It’s a delightful mix of humor, dance, and holiday cheer.
Let me know if you'd like to wrap up with the remaining events!
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park
120 Broadway
Tivoli, NY
Mythic Holiday Celebration
A Catskills Solstice Yule
21
DEC
$80 & UP!
1pm or 5pm
Yule Feast Awaits!
Celebrate the season with a traditional Yule Feast, steeped in medieval merriment and shared around our magnificent mahogany table, adorned for the occasion. This is more than a meal—it’s a gathering of stories, laughter, and connection. With carnivore and vegivore options, our menu, crafted by Chef Christian, promises to delight every palate. The evening features a ceremonial lighting of the Yule Log, a feast crowned with flaming figgy pudding, and fireside moments to reflect and dream in the glow of the season.
Spillian
50 Fleischmanns Heights Road
Fleischmanns, NY
Celebrate Season Changing
Winter Solstice Celebration
21
DEC
Free to Attend
1pm - 5pm
Family Fun Event
Experience the beauty of winter at Olana’s Winter Solstice Celebration. Held on the grounds of Frederic Church’s historic estate, this free event offers breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley winter landscape and opportunities to connect with nature as the seasons shift.
With guided walks, seasonal activities, and tranquil scenery, the Winter Solstice Celebration is a peaceful and inspiring way to mark the shortest day of the year while embracing the natural world.
Olana State Historic Site
5720 State Route 9G
Hudson, NY
Operation Unite NY
Kwanzaa 2024
21
DEC
Free to Attend
3pm
Family Fun Event
Presented in partnership with Operation Unite NY, come celebrate African-American culture and unity with friends and family. Join us for an afternoon of arts and crafts for children, dancing, drumming, a candle-lighting ceremony, and the sharing of Nguzo Saba; the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
Hudson Hall
327 Warren St
Hudson, NY
A Day Early
New Year’s Eve Party!
30
DEC
$35
5pm
Family Fun Event
Parties are much more fun when you involve the whole family. Our New Year’s Eve-Eve Party is meant for just that. Ring in the new year on December 30th. We will be having a special celebration, hosted by DJ Echo. Ball drop is at 8pm, complete with drone and fireworks show. Parties favors for all attendees. Limited Availability!
Dogwood Acres Family Farm
749 Route 17M
Middletown, NY
New Year's Eve
Lee Fields
31
DEC
$59.65 to $106.65
8pm
New Year's Eve celebration!
Lee Fields is arguably the greatest soul singer alive today. In an age when the shelf life of an artist largely depends on posturing and trends, he has proven to be an unassailable force of nature.
Bearsville Theater
291 Tinker St
Woodstock, NY
New Year's Eve
"Woodlands Masquerade"
31
DEC
$156.57
9pm - 1:30am
New Year's Eve celebration!
Join us at Deer Mountain Inn for another unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration! Our annual Woodlands Masquerade event promises a night of mystery, glamour, and excitement as we bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one with style. Get ready to dance the night away, indulge in delectable cocktails, wine & small bites and revel in the festive atmosphere surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Catskills. Don't forget to dress to impress and bring your own mask to add an extra touch of intrigue to the night.
Deer Mountain Inn
790 County Road 25
Tannersville, NY
A Feast of Fools
Twelfth Night
4
JAN
$75 & UP!
1pm or 5pm
A Reveling Feast & Festivities
Join us for a last blast of celebration in honor of the end of the twelve days of Christmas!
Long before New Year’s Eve became a thing, Twelfth Night once echoed with a splendid upside-down revelry that challenged any strait-laced ideas of power, identity, and what constitutes good behavior. We will join together and co-create an evening worth of such illustrious (or, more accurately, irreverent) lineage. We will laugh January into submission in a Renaissance-inspired romp. And yes, you can most absolutely come dressed as a fool!
Spillian
50 Fleischmanns Heights Road
Fleischmanns, NY
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