1. Christmas House Long Island 2025
When: Dec 04, 2025 through Jan 02, 2026 (daily)
Where: Broadway Commons, 358 North Broadway Commons, Hicksville, NY
Christmas House Long Island is a one-of-a-kind, fully immersive indoor Christmas wonderland featuring a magical 45+ minute walk-through experience of all things holiday. New for 2025, enjoy the all-new Christmas House Jeopardy with a festive host and full interactive set, the Christmas Party Room with music, dancing, and karaoke, and the Christmas House Carnival with unlimited games and prizes. Guests can also experience the Famous Snow Room with real snow and snowball fights, the North Pole Movie Theater, an indoor Christmas light show, the Polar Bear Bar with games and trivia, scavenger hunts, and countless festive surprises around every corner. Whether it’s your first Christmas or your 101st, Christmas House Long Island promises unforgettable holiday magic for all ages.
2. Port Jefferson Festival of Trees
When: Dec 04, 2025 through Jan 02, 2026 (daily)
Where: Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY
Experience the magic of the season as you stroll through a stunning display of beautifully decorated Christmas trees created by local businesses, community groups, and non-profits. Open for viewing at the Port Jefferson Village Center from December 1st through January 2nd, 2026, this festive event is proudly presented by The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, with Hanover Bank as the Title Sponsor and the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson as Co-Sponsor. Celebrate community, creativity, and holiday cheer all in one unforgettable display.
3. Charles Dickens Festival
When: Dec 06, 2025 through Dec 07, 2025 (daily)
Where: Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson Village, NY
Northwell Mather Hospital presents and the Port Jefferson Arts Council produces the 29th Annual Charles Dickens Festival, where the streets of Port Jefferson Village come alive as a charming Victorian scene inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Stroll from attraction to attraction among festive carolers and characters from Victorian England, and enjoy something for everyone—Santa Claus Central at the Methodist Church, craft projects at the Teen Center at the Port Jefferson Free Library, the Mistletoe Craft Fair and musical performances at the Presbyterian Church, and warm up with piping hot apple cider at the Drowned Meadow House while learning about the area’s Revolutionary War history. Visit our website for the full schedule of music, performances, crafts, and plenty of holiday cheer.
4. St James Craft Fair
When: Dec 06, 2025 through Dec 07, 2025 (daily)
Where: Smithtown East High School, 10 School Street, St James, NY
Join us for the St. James Craft Fair inside Smithtown East High School at 10 School Street, St. James, NY 11780, open from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. Browse 100 local craft, artisanal food, and curated gift vendors filling the gyms and lobby with one-of-a-kind finds perfect for every shopper.
5. The Santa Crawl 2 in Northport Village
When: Dec 04, 2025 through Jan 02, 2026 (daily)
Where: Port Jefferson Village, Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY
The Original Santa Crawl is back in Northport Village! Join History Repeatn’ and Santa for the ultimate festive pub crawl, now with a holly-jolly trivia twist. Enjoy entry to four spirited bars and restaurants, a mid-crawl food break, exclusive drink specials, and a special take-home gift from Santa himself. Jingle, mingle, and test your holiday trivia skills while celebrating with friends—or making new ones—at Northport Village’s most festive spots. This is the perfect way to spend a fun, lively, and unforgettable holiday afternoon!
6. Holiday Tree Lighting
When: Saturday, December 6th at 5 PM
Where: Station Yards, 9 Hawkins Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY
Join us for the second annual Holiday Tree Lighting at Station Yards! Starting at 5:00 PM, bring your family and friends for a magical evening of festive cheer as Santa leads the countdown to illuminate our beautiful tree, followed by storytelling and photos with the kids. Make a full day of it by exploring our Holiday Market from 2–6 PM, featuring unique gifts from local makers. Don’t miss this joyful community tradition—invite your neighbors and celebrate the season with us!
7. Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra
When: Saturday, December 6th at 7:30 PM
Where: Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY
Experience the artistry of the Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra, featuring exceptional musicians from around the globe who are pursuing advanced studies in the Department of Music’s graduate program. Guided by renowned performance faculty, the orchestra delivers powerful and inspiring performances that showcase the highest level of musical excellence.
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