HOLIDAY LIGHTS & DECOR
As the days get darker, New York gets bright and sparkly. Plot out your path with the map view and see our holiday tree guide.
See our complete NYC holiday guide, plus guides to outdoor festivities including spacious suburban options and stunning walk-through or drive-through light shows.
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Luminocity Festival
ManhassetWander through 10 acres of outdoor spectacular light art displays based on the tradition of Chinese Lanterns.
* New displays include fantastical ancient civilizations, lush illuminated jungles, can & dog influencers and 30-foot high towers.
* Learn about the history and culture behind lantern-making traditions and get a behind the scenes look at the light…
Santa at White Post Farms
MelvilleVisit Santa and take your own photos outdoors at a farm and garden center. Santa sits behind families separated by a plastic shield; masks optional. * Bring a letter to Santa for the North Pole Mailbox along with a self-addressed stamped envelope and Santa will return your letter. * Also take your photos with a…
Waterdrinker Winter Wonderland
ManorvilleVisit a holiday light display, vintage Airstream Christmas village, barnyard animals and tons of seasonal photo ops. Make s’mores in fire pits, play mini golf, bounce on a jump pad, climb an obstacle course and pick your own Christmas tree.
Take photos with Santa Saturday & Sunday 12-5 pm.
Ice skating available for an additional…
Magic of Lights
Jones BeachDrive through dazzling holiday lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations.
At ‘The North Pole,’ drop off letters to Santa, watch colorful Mega Trees and pick up holiday refreshments with contactless ordering and pick-up.
Check out our guide to holiday light shows.
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Shimmering Solstice
Old WestburyWalk through magical light displays that are set along Old Westbury Gardens’ beautiful paths. Explore the world-famous Walled Garden, Rose Garden, South Lawn and Allée, now twinkling in lively rhythmic patterns, enormous dandelions lining the edge of the pond, a giant Christmas tree made of lit globes and an astonishing light and projection show on…
Easter Fun at White Post Farms
MelvilleCelebrate Easter at a family-owned animal farm with birds, llamas, monkeys, kangaroos and more.
Take your own photo with the Easter Bunny, join all-ages Easter Egg Hunts (weather permitting). Pet farm animals, become a perch for parakeets, watch primates play and ride ponies.
Great food options in the gourmet farm market. Stroller friendly with many…
New Jersey
Liberty Science Center Superhero Weekend
Jersey CityTo celebrate the final month of the DC Super Heroes exhibition, Liberty Science Center will be filled with adventures inspired by favorite superheroes.
Test your strength at the Thor’s Hammer Challenge. Complete the Riddler’s Riddle Hunt to win a fun prize. Join the Heroes Assemble Dance Party. Strike a superhero pose at our Shadow…
Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Holiday Lights Spectacular
West OrangeTake a winter stroll through the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo decorated with over 50 winter and animal characters in sparkling lights. Meet & greet with Santa in an outdoor gazebo. Personal photos are allowed with options to purchase professional photos on site. No appointments necessary.
On Saturdays, watch a block of ice transform into…
Holiday in the Park Drive-Thru
JacksonDrive through 10 themed areas of more than a million dazzling lights set to seasonal music favorites. Say hello to favorite holiday characters including Santa and Mrs. Claus.
New for 2021! Once you’ve made it through the Drive-Thru Experience, extend your magical evening with the NEW
Also enjoy the Merry Market Place Walk-Thru Experience.…
Snowscape at Liberty Science Center
Jersey CityEnjoy holiday experiences throughout Liberty Science Center to celebrate the joy – and the science – of the season.
*  Take a spin on the Sock Skating Rink, follow the Snowflake Path to learn the science of snowflake formation, and make your own snowflake to add to the snowdrift in the Blizzard Zone. Stop by our…
American Dream
East RutherfordThis indoor mega-mall has towns over-the-top, entirely indoor activities. Prices vary by day. Gets crowded, so go early.
* Ride thrilling roller coasters and family-friendly rides plus meet favorite characters like Dora The Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at indoor theme park Nickelodeon Universe ($59–$85).
* Swim, splash and slide with…