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10/24/25 - By Jaime Sumersille

The time to book the best holiday and Christmas events on Long Island is now! These popular holiday events go on sale early and sell out quickly. 

The holiday season is magical, but for parents whose to-do list is longer than Santa's, it can be hard to track when to buy tickets to all the big holiday and Christmas events on Long Island. Set your alarms, mark your calendars (view our Long Island events calendar while you're at it), and prepare those ugly Christmas sweaters for all the festive family outings. 

From incredible light walk-throughs to holiday train rides and the dates they go on sale, keep reading for all the Long Island holiday events intel. 

Keep the holiday traditions going, or start a new one by bookmarking the must-do Christmas events on Long Island, seeing a Nutcracker ballet or other holiday show, and making more holiday memories with our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for Long Island Families. 

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Holiday and Christmas Events on Long Island to Book Now

LuminoCity Fantasy Winter Fairyland at Eisenhower Park

East Meadow
Friday, November 7, 2025 - Thursday, January 1, 2026
Be amazed as towering sculptures illuminate the park, transforming it into an immersive, dazzling fairytale world and a starry holiday dream. READ MORE

Riverhead Holiday Light Show

Riverhead
Friday, November 14 - Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Visitors enjoy an incredible drive-thru experience featuring a mile of holiday light displays at the Riverhead Holiday Light Show.  READ MORE

Jones Beach Magic of Lights Drive-Thru Show

Wantagh
Friday, November 21, 2025 - Saturday January 3, 2026
The Magic of Lights drive-thru spectacular returns to Jones Beach and Nassau County's South Shore this holiday season. The display is stacked with themed LED lighting displays and digital animations, plus plenty of returning favorites. READ MORE

Sayville Falls Holiday Light Show & Winter Garden

Sayville
Friday, November 21, 2025 - Monday, January 12, 2026
Sayville Falls uses thousands of lights to transform its mini-golf course into a holiday light show. Once you've enjoyed the walk-thru light show, visit the on-site Winter Garden or enjoy the comfort of a heated igloo. READ MORE

The Happy Elf at The Argyle Theatre

Babylon
Opens Saturday, November 22, 2025
The Happy Elf is a musical comedy that follows Eubie, the happiest elf at the North Pole. More than anything else, Eubie longs to be a part of Santa's sleigh team. Watch this holiday tale unfold on The Argyle Theatre stage. READ MORE

Polar Express Trolley Ride in Calverton

Calverton
Friday, November 28 - Tuesday, December 23, 2025
NOTE: Only single tickets remain on select dates/times. All aboard the North Shore trolley for a true seasonal treat: a one-hour trip to meet Santa on the North Fork of Long Island. Hot chocolate and delicious cookies are served at the North Pole, and passengers read along with the classic children’s book, The Polar Express. READ MORE

Bayville Winter Wonderland

Bayville
Opens Friday, December 5, 2025
Bayville Winter Wonderland is back for another magical season on Long Island! Families can explore a variety of festive attractions, from Santa’s Toy Factory Funhouse and a cheerful holiday train ride to ice skating, rock climbing, and character meet-and-greets. READ MORE

Santa at the Longwood Estate

Ridge
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Santa visits the Longwood Estate for photos and holiday fun. View train displays before joining the elves for hot cocoa, roasted chestnuts and a sleigh ride.  READ MORE

Santa on the Long Island Game Farm

Manorville
Saturday, December 6 - Sunday, December 7, 2025
Meet Santa at the Long Island Game Farm. Have your family holiday picture taken. May holiday ornaments, crafts and cards. Enjoy story time, games and holiday movies. Each guest will be given animal treats to share with the animals. People snacks available too. READ MORE

Candlelight Evenings Holiday Show at Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Old Bethpage
December 19-23 and 26-29, 2025
Stroll the Old Bethpage Restoration Village by lantern light and enjoy Victorian carloers, crafts, and other holiday cheer.  READ MORE

Eglevsky Ballet's The Nutcracker

Greenvale
Saturday, December 20 - Sunday, December 21, 2025
Eglevsky Ballet presents special performances of the timeless holiday classic The Nutcracker. It promises to delight with visions of a Sugar Plum Fairy, her dashing Cavalier, angels, dolls, and a Christmas tree that grows right before your eyes. READ MORE

Christmas House Long Island

Hicksville
Through Friday January 2, 2026
Christmas House Long Island is an indoor, fully immersive 45-minute walk-through experience celebrating Christmas. Get ready to snap some festive selfies in rooms like the Christmas Carnival, Polar Bar, North Pole Movie Theater, Christmas House Video, Harry Potter Christmas, and more.  READ MORE

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About the Author

Jaime Sumersille
Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.
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