Are you ready for photos with Santa this holiday season? Check out our roundup with the best spots on Long Island for kids to meet and pose for a picture with Santa.

Santa has the jolly ability to be in lots of different places at the same time, so we've compiled a list of 15 top Long Island venues where old St. Nick is holding court this holiday season. From outdoor winter wonderlands to indoor merry experiences, we have you covered. It's time to get out your most festive family Christmas outfits and plan a date for the kids to share their wish list and snap a few photos with Santa on Long Island.

For more seasonal adventures, check out our top Holiday and Christmas Events on Long Island and our Holiday Fun Guide for all the can't-miss seasonal happenings. 

Whether you need to pop into a store or get the kids out of the house, start here. 

See what's open for Thanksgiving 2025 in Connecticut!

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Turkey time is almost here and you may be wondering what’s open on Thanksgiving in Orlando. As you prepare for your holiday feast, let the grandparents and babysitters entertain the kids by bringing them to these attractions and family-friendly places in Orlando open on Thanksgiving!

Start here if you forgot the rolls - or if you just need to get out of the house. 

Once the stockings are hung by the chimney with care, the next order of business is finding stocking stuffers your kids will love! Santa’s big-ticket items might be under the tree, but unique stocking stuffer ideas are a great way to surprise children with smaller, thoughtful gifts that don’t break the bank. So we’ve made a list—and checked it twice—of the best stocking stuffers for kids at every age.

We’ve got cool stocking stuffers for teens and tweens, as well as stocking stuffers for toddlers and kids, and all of them are under ten bucks (our gift to you). For even more help getting ready for the holidays, including the best advent calendars and where to get free toys this holiday season, be sure to check our Family Holiday and Christmas Guide.

You may find yourself wondering what’s open this Thanksgiving Day in Atlanta. After all, the Thanksgiving meal is just a part of the holiday. Before dessert is finished, most kids are ready for the next activity. To keep everyone entertained, we’ve gathered family-friendly attractions and stores open on Thanksgiving Day.

We’ve included grocery stores open on Thanksgiving in Atlanta for those last-minute items. And you’ll find plenty of kid-friendly activities to do on Thanksgiving, such as ice skating, bowling, seeing holiday lights, and more.