Menorah Lighting: Historic Hamlet of Carmel

As part of its Holiday on the Lake festivities, the Hamlet of Carmel Civic Association (HCCA) will be sponsoring a menorah lighting ceremony on Sunday, December 29 at 4:00 pm. The holiday celebration will begin with live music. Rabbi Avi Korer of Chabad of Putnam County will preside over this Chanukah festival ceremony with singing…

Event Series Holiday Lights in Bloom

Holiday Lights in Bloom

Orange County Arborteum 41 Grove Street, Montgomery, NY, United States

Free Walk Through Garden Themed Lights Display. FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS. November 29th to December 29, 2024. 5pm-8pm (Arrive by 7pm). No Buses or Groups of more than 15 permitted. No pets allowed. The Friends of the OC Arboretum will host their Holiday Boutique in the Greenhouse. Visit website for dates and times. www.orangecoutyarboretum.org

The Wonderland of Lights at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds

Dutchess County Fairgrounds 6636 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY, United States

Here is a holiday attraction the entire family will love! Immerse yourself in holiday cheer as you drive through hundreds of expertly crafted lights displays accompanied by festive sounds of the season. It's sure to make your spirit sparkle. The Wonderland of Lights will run Nov. 28–Dec. 1, Dec. 5–8 and Dec. 12–29 from 5–9…

Event Series Winter Wonderland 2024

Winter Wonderland 2024

Dogwood Acres Family Farm 749 Route 17M, Middletown, NY, United States

Nothing brings more joy to the holidays than HOLIDAY LIGHTS! Dogwood Acres Winter Wonderland is full of holiday lights. We've even supplied a wagon ride to take you through the holiday lights. Travel through the different areas and enjoy the sights of the season. Don't forget to get a hot chocolate and s'mores to enjoy…

“New Year’s at Noon” Celebration at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum

Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum 75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum's "New Year's at Noon" is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday with the whole family. There will be music, plenty of activities for kids of all ages and refreshments during the countdown to noon at this popular holiday event! Click here to buy tickets.

A New Year’s Eve Party at Cellar 49

Tarrytown House Estate 49 E. Sunnyside Ln., Tarrytown, NY

Goosefeather, located on the grounds of the Tarrytown House Estate, is known for its seasonal, modern Chinese cuisine from Chef Dale Talde. Next door to Goosefeather on the Estate is Cellar 49. This New Year's Eve, Goosefeather is taking over Cellar 49 for a grand celebration. Come mingle, dance, and cheer to usher in a…

$105

Event Series Holidays on the Hill at Lasdon Park

Holidays on the Hill at Lasdon Park

Lasdon Park 2610 Amawalk Rd., Katonah, NY

Celebrate the season with iconic and immersive exhibits that will delight audiences of all ages. Visitors will be surrounded by the magic of the season as they stroll by colorful characters and enchanting holiday scenes. The Conservatory Plaza will be transformed into a winter wonderland, featuring whimsical holiday exhibits leading to the Conservatory. Once inside,…

$10 – $62
Event Series LEGOLAND® NY Holiday Bricktacular

LEGOLAND® NY Holiday Bricktacular

LEGOLAND® New York Resort 1 LEGOLAND Way, Goshen, NY, United States

Get ready to celebrate the Holiday season at LEGOLAND New York with Holiday Bricktacular! This year, the Elves have taken over LEGO City for our NEW Elf Extravaganza! Start your day off on the Minifigure Skyflyer as you journey down to the Elf Extravaganza. Experience never before seen shows, meet our NEW LEGO character Elf,…

Salutations of the Season: Twelfth Night at Schuyler Mansion

Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site 32 Catherine Street, Albany, NY, United States

On Saturday, January 4, 2025, Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site will welcome visitors for its annual Twelfth Night Celebration, “Salutations of the Season!” From 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. the site will host an open house, filled with 18th century holiday fare, live music, bonfires (weather permitting), period reenactors, and wassail toasts! Admission for Schuyler…

$1 – $12

Twelfth Night at Crailo!

Crailo State Historic Site 9 1/2 Riverside Avenue, Rensselaer, NY, United States

An evening of merriment for everyone! Special Twelfth Night festivities will highlight the holiday season as it may have been celebrated by the 17th and 18th century residents of early Groenenbosch! Come and revel in the holiday traditions of our past with live music, Star singing, traditional fare, bonfire (weather permitting) and more! Then cross…

$2 – $12

Expert’s Eye: The Sky & Beyond with Avis Lang

Olana State Historic Site 5720 State Route 9G, Hudson, NY, United States

Join experts for a series of dialogues on paintings from OLANA’s collection that are worth a closer look. During each gallery conversation, experts working in fields of science, art education, ecology, and indigenous history will share what they discover within a picture’s frame. This first talk will feature Avis Lang, former senior editor at Natural…

$15
Event Series Holiday Lights Tour

Holiday Lights Tour

Monteverde at Oldstone 28 Bear Mountain Bridge Rd., Cortlandt Manor, NY, United States

A merry walk through holiday lights tour! November 22 – January 5 Wednesday through Sunday Tickets must be purchased in advance online only For the walk through only: Tickets: $25 per adult/$20 per child Time slots available from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For the Buffet dinner and walking tour tickets: (limited quantity) Tickets: $100 per adult/$50 per…

Event Series Backyard Sugaring @ Muscoot Farm

Backyard Sugaring @ Muscoot Farm

Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all seasons, the right way to tap trees, and how to turn sap from maples in your yard into syrup on your pancakes! Sessions will meet…

Albert Lee – Live at The Turning Point Cafe

The Turning Point Cafe 468 Piermont Aveue, Piermont, NY, United States

Don't miss British-born country rock artist, Albert Lee. Live at The Turning Point Cafe in Piermont. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. 7:30PM. One of the most respected and renowned guitarists in music history, Albert Lee has worked with Jimmy Page, Chris Farlow, The Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson and The Crickets over his…

Contemporary Circus – What Will Have Been by Circa (Australia)

PS21: Performance Spaces for the 21st Century 2980 Route 66, Chatham, NY, United States

CONTEMPORARY CIRCUS What Will Have Been by Circa Created by Yaron Lifschitz with the Circa Ensemble (Australia) Violin by Miranda Cuckson Explosive, daring artistry that will challenge your perception of what is possible. Three circus artists and fearless, visionary violinist Miranda Cuckson come together in this intimate and deeply moving production by Brisbane-based contemporary circus…

$35

Holiday Candlelight Tours at the Jacob Blauvelt House

Historical Society of Rockland County - Jacob Blauvelt House 20 Zukor Road, New City, New York

Don't miss the HOLIDAY CANDLELIGHT TOURS AT THE JACOB BLAUVELT HOUSE. Sundays, January 5 &12, 2025. 5PM & 6:30PM. Spend an enchanting evening at the historic 1832 Jacob Blauvelt farmhouse, illuminated with candlelight, fragrant with traditional sweets, and decorated with festive greenery. Tickets on sale. Visit www.rocklandhistory.org.

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation 100-Mile Anniversary Hike

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Route 35 and 121 South, Cross River, United States

Ward Pound Ridge Reservation will celebrate its 100th year in 2025 and, to kick things off, is launching a 100-Mile Hike Challenge in which entrants aim to hike 100 miles at the park by May 7, 2025. Participants of the challenge will have six months to complete it, and those who are successful will be recognized…

Free
Event Series Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour

Nothing is Impossible @ Octagon House Tour

This special one-hour guided tour tells the story of the last five decades of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, during which it has been restored from near-ruin to its 1870s glory. Owner and preservation architect Joseph Lombardi once said that restoring The Octagon House was “like assembling a 500,000-piece jigsaw puzzle” – a task so overwhelming…

Event Series AFTERNOON TEA AT BEAR MOUNTAIN INN

AFTERNOON TEA AT BEAR MOUNTAIN INN

Bear Mountain Inn 3020 Seven Lakes Drive, Bear Mountain, NY, United States

Join us every Monday-Thursday from 1PM-3PM for Afternoon Tea at Bear Mountain Inn's Restaurant 1915.  Featuring traditional Afternoon Tea delights including sandwiches, scones, cookies and more!  Reservations are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome (subject to availability.)  For more details, please visit www.visitbearmountain.com or call 845-786-2731 ext. 1915.

French Thursdays at Paulette Cold Spring!

Paulette Cold Spring 114 Main Street, Cold Spring, NY, United States

PARLEZ-VOUS FRANÇAIS? French Thursdays at Paulette Cold Spring! Paulette is a multi-concept destination offering not only clothing and home in a “Bazaar Chic” fashion but also harbors the cutest Café and Wine Bar! Starting on April 6th Practice, Refresh or just Speak French during this fun gathering at French Happy Hour Total immersion (or as…