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12/3/23 - By Jaime Sumersille

Looking for FREE Christmas events on Long Island? Read on for tons of great options.

From Christmas tree and menorah lighting ceremonies to visits with Santa and holiday light displays, we’ve put together a list of FREE things to do at Christmas and the holidays with your kids.

We love to visit decked out downtown areas during the holidays. At Miracle on Main Street in Sayville we enjoy the ice sculptures and ice skating, as well as the the live reindeer spottings. While at the old fashioned Christmas in Bellmore, folks can ride in horse and buggies as they clip clopping down the town's main strip. Or watch the Village of Port Jefferson magically transform into the Dickens era, with their streets filled with roaming characters and other memorable festivities.

But we're also looking forward to taking our eyes to the skies at the Fire Island Lighthouse and in East Hampton as Santa makes an aerial entrance in both areas. Of course he arrives by boat in Riverhead ahead of a festive parade and bonfire.

Rest assured that anyof these events will keep your family entertained and you'll still be able to afford those last-minute gifts.

Find all our top picks for holiday fun in our Long Island Christmas Guide. And check out our constantly updated Family Activity Calendar for even more fun things to do.

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