With family and friends visiting & the kids home from school, we know you may be looking for some festive activities to tackle over the next month.
Below we have gathered Holiday Festivities across the island, with details and links to organizers websites. Please make sure to click the links to double check that details of the events did not change since being published in our guide.
Carter Christmas Tree Farm
123 N. Country Road
Miller Place, NY
631-331-4699
Now thru Dec 18 – 9am to 4:30pm
As their website puts it, have some old fashioned holiday fun, by cutting down your own tree on their farm! Carter Christmas Tree far offers a variety of tree types and wreaths.
You can find their website here
Darts Tree Farm & Magic Color Forest
2355 Main Bayview Road
Southold, NY
631-369-1300
Now thru Christmas Eve – 9am to 5pm
Celebrating their 50th Anniversary, Darts sells Fraser Fir trees, hand-made wreaths, and holiday ornaments. Larger trees tend to sell first, so go early in the season if that is what you’re looking for. You cam also enjoy a stroll through their Magic Color Forest.
You can find their website here
Lewin Farms
Fresh Pond Avenue
Calverton, NY
631-929-4327
Now thru Dec. 24 (everyday except Tuesday)
9am to 4pm
You can cut your own tree, or purchase a pre-cut tree “live” balled trees at the front of Entrance #1 (South Entrance by Power Lines). They also provide tractor rides.
You can find their website here
Matt’s Christmas Tree Farm
305 Weeks Avenue
Manorville, NY
631-875-1465
Now thru Christmas Eve (except Tuesdays) – 8am to 4:30pm
Offering a wide variety of trees, cut your own, or purchase in pots or burlap bags, Matts Christmas Tree farms is the perfect stop for your family. Leashed dogs are welcome. They also have farm animals and photo ops.
You can find their website here
Mike’s Christmas Tree Farm
323 Weeks Avenue
Manorville, NY
631-874-3551
Now thru Christmas Eve – 8am to 4:30pm
Mike’s Christmas Tree Farm is a family-owned business with thousands of trees to choose from. Cutting your own tree at Mike’s Christmas Tree Farm is a wonderful way to enhance your family’s holiday experience. Traditional Music, Tractor Rides, Tree Wrapping, Saws Provided, Balled and Burlapped Trees Available. Perfect Setting for a Family Christmas Card Photo.
You can find their website here
Paul’s Christmas Tree Farm
240 Frowein Road
Center Moriches, NY
631-878-8645
Now thru Christmas Eve – 10am to 8pm
Paul’s Christmas Tree Farm offers trees, wreaths and decor. They also offer wagon and sleigh rides, farm animals, food/beverages and more! They have a wide range of Christmas Trees to choose from.
You can find their website here
Santa’s Christmas Tree Farm
30105 Main Road
Cutchogue, NY
631-735-9242
Now thru Christmas Eve – 10am to 5pm
Includes Christmas store and Santa Express rides. Go skate on their brand new synthetic rink or visit their petting farm, sip hot chocolate or hot apple cider, munch on popcorn, and make s’mores in our fire pit! The Christmas Shop is open everyday which includes ornaments, decorations, wreaths, tree skirts, decorations, candies, stocking stuffers, holiday socks, hats and mittens and much, much more. Santa visits Saturday & Sundays from 11-4. Dogs on leashes are welcome!
You can find their website here
Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm
20685 Main Road
Mattituck, NY
631-298-4619
Now thru Christmas Eve – 9am to 5pm
Family owned and operated since 1987, Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm grows some of the most beautiful trees in the area. You can purchase handmade wreaths, decorations, and grave memorial items from us. From carolers to wine tastings, there’s plenty happening here. We even have activities for the kids. After a tour of the farm, spend some time browsing our fantastic gift shop and snack shed. Santa visits Saturday & Sundays from 12-5.
You can find their website here
Zuhoski Farms
12025 Oregon Road
Cutchogue, NY
631-734-5036
Now thru December 21 – 9:30am to 4pm
Zuhoski Farms is a family owned tree farm consisting of 70 acres of nursery stock including 15 acres dedicated to cut your own Christmas Trees. They will now be open seven days a week for pre-cut and cut your own trees at our farm located at 12025 Oregon Road Cutchogue. The gift barn, wreaths, roping, kissing balls, etc. will be available the Friday after Thanksgiving and weekends thereafter. Santa will be visiting the farm from 11:30 am- 2:30 pm the Friday after Thanksgiving and December 3, 4, 10 & 11 from 11-2.
You can find their website here
Girl Scouts Holiday Light Show
Smith Point County Park
Shirley, New York
631-395-1801
Now thru December 30 (Closed Dec. 24 & 25)
5pm to 9pm
Girl Scouts of Suffolk County’s annual holiday light show is a drive-through show along a 1.5-mile trail at Smith Point County Park Campgrounds filled with dazzling holiday light displays, created by our Girl Scouts, Staff, and more. Proceeds benefit Girl Scout programs for girls & families across Suffolk County.
You can find their website here
Girl Scouts Enchanted Forest
Howie Carpluk Memorial Road
Yaphank, NY
Now thru December 30 – 5pm to 9pm
An incredible walk-through Enchanted Forest and Holiday Village featuring 200ft light displays, photos with Santa, a picnic area for s’mores, music, and games at Southaven County Park in Yaphank. Along with being a favorite holiday attraction among families from throughout Long Island, the seasonal event serves as an important fundraiser for Girl Scouts of Suffolk County to help expand the access girls throughout Suffolk County have to the empowering Girl Scout experience.
You can find their website here
Holiday Light Spectacular by Brookhaven Town
249 Buckley Road
Holtsville, New York
Dec 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18 – 5pm to 8pm (or 9pm depending on date)
Annual Brookhaven Town Holiday Spectacular, an indoor, walk-through holiday light show benefiting the Holtsville Ecology Site.
You can find their website here
Magic of Lights
150 Bay Parkway
Jones Beach, New York
Now thru December 30 – 5pm to 10pm
Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Experience Magic of Lights from the comfort and safety of your own car as you wind through the sparkling path of Long Island’s favorite holiday tradition. One carload, one price.
You can find their website here
Luminocity Festival
1899 Hempstead Parkway
East Meadow, NY
Wednesday to Sundays – 4:30pm to 9:30pm
This holiday season, an Immersive World of Magical Light installations come to life at the LuminoCity Festival at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, NY. This year’s theme, “Pure Magic” will deliver state-of-the-art production that brings art, light, and color to life through remarkable displays.
This jaw to the floor visual enrichment display is ideal for family and friends of all ages. Festival goers are invited to walk on a narrative walking journey with mind blowing light-art installations through 8 custom display sets.
From Wildlife Safari, Dinosaur Adventures, Magic Kingdom, Alice’s Enchantment, Winter Wonderland, HolidayLAND, and more, this immersive outdoor event covers 17+ Acres of Long Island’s own historic Eisenhower Park.
You can find their website here
NY Winter Lantern Festival – Nassau
1 Museum Drive
Roslyn, NY
516-484-9337
Now thru January 15 – 5pm to 9pm
This is an immersive drive-through experience with illuminated tunnels and Chinese lanterns inspired by outer space. Visitors will move between planets, rockets, astronauts and more.
You can find their website here
NY Winter Lantern Festival – Suffolk
239 East Main Street
Smithtown, NY
Now thru January 15 – 5pm to 9pm
Winter Lantern Festival invites you to Suffolk County’s FIRST immersive winter lantern festival! With over 150,000 annual guests at our other events in New York, this is an experience you don’t want to miss! From 11/04/22 to 1/08/23, join us at Smithtown Historical Society for a display of lanterns in the shape of flowers, animals, and many more; all handmade by artisans with decades of dedication to their craft.
You can find their website here
Holiday Light Show by
Town of Islip
50 Irish Lane
East Islip, New York
*December 2 thru December 31 – 5pm to 8pm
This free Holiday Light Show can be viewed from your car. *It operates Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays throughout Dec.
You can find their website here
Riverhead Holiday Light Show
2549 Splish Splash Drive
Calverton, NY
Now thru December 31 – 5pm
The Riverhead Holiday Light Show has quickly become one of the East End’s favorite holiday traditions. Visitors enjoy an incredible drive through more than 1½ miles of holiday light displays. The show is about 20-25 minutes long. The show is open evenings beginning at 5pm sharp, select dates November 18 – December 31 and tickets can be purchased online through the “buy tickets” button on our website or at the door on select days! All tickets are valid for a single admission.
You can find their website here
Holiday Boutique by St. Johns
77 Montauk Hwy
Blue Point, NY
December 3 – 10am to 5pm
Crafts, gifts, food, frappes & more!
You can find their website here
Holiday Festival & Market by Town of Islip
50 Irish Lane
East Islip, NY
631-224-5430
December 3 – 12pm to 8pm
Food & Craft Vendors, Ice Carving, Santa, Ice Skating, Fire Pit & S’mores & More!
You can find their website here
Fantastic Gardens Market
67 Avery Avenue
Patchogue, NY
Saturdays & Sunday – 10am to 2pm
You can find their website here
Holiday Sip & Shop by Patchogue Chamber of Commerce
Main Street
Patchogue, NY
Dec 1 & Dec 15 – 5pm to 8pm
You can find their website here
The Garden Farmers Market
71 Maple Street
Blue Point, NY
Saturdays & Sundays – 10am to 2pm
You can find details here
Santa Brunch at LI Aquarium
431 E. Main Street
Riverhead, NY
631-208-9200
December 4 – 10am, 12pm & 2pm
You can find their website here
Desmonds Pub Brunch with Santa
5720 Route 25A
Wading River, NY
631-929-6585
Dec 11 – 10am to 3pm
You can find their website here
Breakfast with Santa at the Millridge Inn
585 No. Broadway
Jericho, NY
516-931-2201
Dec 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18 – Time slots from 9am to 12pm
You can find their website here
Brunch with Santa at Mirabelle
150 Main Street
Stony Brook, NY
631-751-0555
Dec 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18 – Timeslots from 10:30 am to 2:00pm
You can find their website here
Brunch with Santa at Lombardis on the Bay
600 South Ocean Ave
Patchogue, NY
631-654-8970
Dec 11 – Time slots from 11am to 3pm
You can find their website here
Brunch with Santa at the View
3 Consuelo Place
Oakdale, NY
631-589-2694
Dec 18 – Time slots from 11am to 12:30pm
You can find their website here
A Christmas Carol
71 E. Main Street
Patchogue, NY
631-286-1133
December 16 thru 28 – 8pm
You can find their website here
Barnaby Saves Christmas at Theatre Three
412 Main Street
Port Jefferson, NY
631-928-9100
Saturdays Nov. 19, 26, Dec. 3, 10, 17, 24 – 11am
Wednesday Dec. 28, Thursday, Dec. 29, Friday Dec. 30 – 11am
You can find their website here
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
265 E. Main Street
East Islip, NY
631-581-2700
December 4, 11, 18 & 28
You can find their website here
The Nutcracker at Patchogue Theatre
71 E. Main Street
Patchogue, NY
631-207-1313
December 3 – 5pm
You can find their website here
Christmas House LI
Smith Haven Mall
Lake Grove, NY
Now thru Jan 7
Christmas House Long Island is an indoor, one of a kind, fully immersive Christmas experience. A wondrous 45+ minute walk-through of all things Christmas, followed by a glorious gift shop! Everything you love about Christmas, all in one place. All of your favorite Christmas sights, sounds, and smells come to life in Christmas House Long Island! Over 12 rooms including the first ever Snow Room (where it’s really snowing!), The Buddy The Elf Room, The North Pole, and many more!
You can find their website here
Mr. Grinch Pop Up
230 Main Street
Farmingdale, NY
Now thru Jan 8
*Adults Only* It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Yuck! Who is the mean fellow, with his skin all green and his teeth all yellow? Mr. Grinch!
Join us for a Christmas pop up cocktail experience inspired by the movie The Grinch! Join us for a stink, stank, stunk time and Christmas cheer. Indulge in Christmas themed cocktails and a small plate food menu PLUS a visit from Mr. Mean Green himself with table side interactions and photo opportunities!
You can find their website here
Polar Express Ride & Viewing
Chamber Train Car
Port Jeff Station, NY
December 2, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16 & 17
Enjoy a showing of the Polar Express while you enjoy Popcorn, Hot Chocolate, and a cookie! A special visit from Santa at the end of the movie too so be sure to bring your camera. Feel free to come in your pajamas. $20 for tickets
You can find their website here
Winter Wonderland at Waterdrinker’s Farm
663 Wading River Rd
Manorville, NY
631-878-8653
Now – December 23rd
12pm to 6pm (weekdays) & 10am to 8pm (weekends)
$20 Per Person (under 2 free) includes Ice Skating Activities Include U-Pick X-Mas Trees Holiday Light Display Airstream Xmas Village Barnyard Animals Fire Pits & S’mores Tons of Family Photo
You can find their website here
Winter Wonderland at Blue Point Brewery
225 W Main Street
Patchogue, NY
631-627-8292
Dec 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18 – 5pm to 10pm
Holiday Village & Shops, Snow Machines, Live Entertainment, Pictures & Letters to Santa, Holiday Characters, Gingerbread Station, Activities for Kids & More!
You can find their website here
Winter at the Farm at Finks Country Farm
6242 Middle Country Road
Wading River, NY
Now thru Christmas Eve – 10am to 4pm
FINK’S COUNTRY FARM, wants you to enjoy the Christmas season with us! Please join them WEEKENDS in December for some holiday cheer! Come and pick out your family Christmas Tree and visit with SANTA! St. Nick and Mrs. Claus visit our farm every weekend from 11am-3pm. We will be celebrating with a down-home, family atmosphere, providing a nice warm fire and serving hot cider. Enjoy a walk through our BARNYARD to learn about our animals, all the while listening to Christmas music. Nothing will put you in the spirit like a visit to FINK’S COUNTRY FARM!
We hope you will take the time to enjoy our winter wonderland and make a tradition for you and your family for years to come! And don’t forget to stop by our farm stand while you’re here! We have a large variety of handcrafted WREATHS, BLANKETS, ROPING, LOCAL PRODUCE, BAKED GOODS, CANDLES, DECORATIONS and more!!
You can find their website here