MommyPoppins.com
MAKE YOUR DAY
Get Listed Log In Sign Up
Long Island

  • Anywhere

  • New York City

  • Atlanta

  • Boston

  • Chicago

  • Houston

  • Miami South Florida

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington DC

  • Orlando

  • Los Angeles

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Connecticut

  • Long Island

  • New Jersey

  • Westchester

Calendar

  • Events

  • Virtual

  • This Week's Picks

  • Activity Providers

  • Submit an Activity

Long Island Guide

  • News & Openings

  • Long Island Baby Guide

  • Long Island for Preschoolers

  • Tweens & Teens

  • Neighborhood Guides

  • Parks & Playgrounds

  • Free Activities

  • Visitors' Guide to Long Island

  • Restaurants

  • Long Island Moving Guide

Things To Do

  • Crafts for Kids

  • Recipes

  • Science for Kids

  • At Home Activities

  • Outdoors

  • Online & Virtual

Camps & Classes

  • Classes Guide

  • Class Listings

  • Camp Guide

  • Camp Listings

  • Preschools

  • Schools

Parties & Holidays

  • Birthday Parties

  • Party Providers

  • Holidays

  • Best of Spring

  • Best of Summer

  • Best of Fall

  • Best of Winter

Family Travel

  • Day Trips

  • Family Vacations

  • Theme & Water Parks

  • Resorts and Hotels

  • Adirondacks

  • Hamptons & North Fork

  • Poconos Guide

  • Jersey Shore Guide

MommyPoppins.com
Long Island

  • Anywhere

  • New York City

  • Atlanta

  • Boston

  • Chicago

  • Houston

  • Miami South Florida

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington DC

  • Orlando

  • Los Angeles

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Connecticut

  • Long Island

  • New Jersey

  • Westchester

HOME - Long Island

Activity Calendar

Providers

Calendar
Long Island Guide
Things To Do
Camps & Classes
Parties & Holidays
Family Travel

Contact

Sign up for our free newsletters.

Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for Long Island Kids

Whitney Pond Park hosts the season-long LuminoCity Festival, which is packed with bright lanterns in all shapes and sizes. Photo by Jess Laird
Must-Do Holiday and Christmas Events on Long Island for Families in 2021
Here are our top picks for the best in holiday fun on Long Island.
Magic of Lights at Jones Beach is sure to brighten your holiday season. Photo courtesy of Live Nation
Holiday Light Shows: Drive-Thru and Drive-By Christmas Displays on Long Island in 2021
Illuminate the season with these awe-inspiring holiday displays across LI.
Enjoy breakfast and stay for a photo with Santa at the Milleridge Inn. Photo courtesy of the inn
Best Breakfasts with Santa on Long Island in 2021
Here's where kids on LI can enjoy a great meal and share their wish lists with Santa.
The Elm Avenue Dancing Light Show draws hundreds of sightseers each year to 65 Elm Avenue in Coram.
Long Island Homes With Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in 2021
These spirited LI families go all out in decking the halls for the holidays.
Minimize your holiday stress with dinner out on Long Island on Christmas.
Restaurants Open on Christmas on Long Island in 2021
These LI eateries can ease the stress of hosting holiday dinners this year. Enjoy.
Delight in a Victorian Christmas parade at the annual Charles Dickens Festival in Port Jefferson. Photo courtesy of the festival
18 Free Holiday and Christmas Events on Long Island for Families in 2021
Ring in the season with these no-cost holiday activities sure to delight LI kids.
Many organizations are distributing free toys for kids in need this holiday season.
How To Find Free Toys for Kids this Christmas and Holiday Season—Apply Soon!
Here's a list of organizations distributing free toys for kids this holiday season.
PreviousNext

Holiday Lights

Magic of Lights at Jones Beach is sure to brighten your holiday season. Photo courtesy of Live Nation
Holiday Light Shows: Drive-Thru and Drive-By Christmas Displays on Long Island in 2021
Illuminate the season with these awe-inspiring holiday displays across LI. READ MORE 
The Elm Avenue Dancing Light Show draws hundreds of sightseers each year to 65 Elm Avenue in Coram.
Long Island Homes With Spectacular Christmas Light Displays in 2021
These spirited LI families go all out in decking the halls for the holidays. READ MORE 
Shimmering Solstice brings a new holiday lights show to the grounds at Old Westbury Gardens.
Shimmering Solstice Brings Twinkling New Holiday Lights Display to Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens is blooming in light this holiday season. READ MORE 
Delight in the illuminated bugs scattered throughout the attraction.
A Bug's Night: A Magical Drive-thru Adventure in Roslyn Harbor
Enjoy 20 acres of lights, projections, and animatronics at this new attraction.READ MORE 

More Ways to be Merry

Don't miss Santa in his bright red truck at Santa’s Christmas Tree Farm. Photo by Ewa Skapski Photography
Where to Take Santa Pictures on Long Island in 2021
Smile with Santa safely at these local LI spots. READ MORE 
Little ones just love to find the perfect tree. Photo by the author
Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms on Long Island
Grab your hat and gloves and begin the hunt for the perfect tree at these LI farms.READ MORE 

Holidays in NYC

See the NYC Winter Lantern Festival on Staten Island. Photo courtesy of the festival
12 Must-Do Holiday Activities and Christmas Events in NYC for Kids in 2021
Don't miss these quintessential holiday events in NYC for kids. READ MORE 
Santa invites young visitors to step into his office and share their wishlists at Macy's Santaland in 2021.
Macy's Santaland NYC: When and How to See Santa at Herald Square in 2021
Santa arrives soon! Here's what you need to know to nab a reservation at Macy's. READ MORE 
Macy's reindeer are spreading holiday cheer with the department store's 2021 holiday windows display.
  VIDEO
Holiday Windows Walk: See Midtown Manhattan's Iconic 2021 Christmas Displays
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Midtown Manhattan. READ MORE 
GUIDE
Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for NYC Families
From the Thanksgiving Day parade to the ball drop, NYC is simply magical during the holidays. READ MORE 

Holiday Day Trips and Getaways

Delight in the holiday magic at Hersherypark. Photo courtesy of the park
Great Holiday and Christmas Season Day Trips Near Long Island
Celebrate the season with a visit to one of these easy-to-reach destinations.READ MORE 
Take a magical one-hour trip to the North Pole on the Polar Express in Whippany, New Jersey.
13 Picture-Perfect Holiday Day Trips Near NYC
Christmas and holiday sights and lights for families that are worth the trip. READ MORE 
Santa Claus welcomes passengers of all ages aboard Santa’s Paradise Express. Photo courtesy of Strasburg Rail Road
Polar Express and Christmas Trains Near NYC in 2021
Hit the rails to see Santa, sip hot chocolate, and sing carols. READ MORE 
Leavenworth, WA transforms itself into a snow globe at Christmastime. Photo courtesy of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce
20+ Christmas Towns and Santa's Villages That Absolutely Sparkle
Discover the country's best Christmas towns and Santa's villages.READ MORE 

Home for the Holidays

Armed with our giant list of Christmas activities, you'll keep kids in Christmas crafts until the New Year!
101 Christmas Activities for Kids: Christmas Crafts, Christmas Decorations, and More
Keep kids busy until it's time to tear into stockings!READ MORE 
We’ve tested out dozens of Christmas cookie recipes over the years, and these are the very best.
10 Best Christmas Cookie Recipes To Bake with Kids
From a jolly Santa to a peanut butter Rudolph, these cookies are as tasty as they are cute.READ MORE 
You just might find that the Elf has joined the Wise Men in the manger. Photo by Matt Gosselin
  VIDEO
50 Fun Elf on the Shelf Ideas for 2021
Simple but hilarious Elf on the Shelf antics to fill the next few weeks with holiday shenanigans.READ MORE 
Get in the holiday spirit with Christmas movies filled with Santa, elves, and reindeer.
Best Kids' Christmas Movies to Watch This Holiday Season
These kid-friendly holiday and Christmas movies deliver laughs and plenty of cheer.READ MORE 

Archives

All Aboard the Polar Express on Long Island for Christmas 2022
It's never too soon to start dreaming of Christmas magic, and there's a new experience in town. READ MORE 
25 Christmas Jokes for Kids and Holiday Riddles
Why was the Grinch such a great gardener?READ MORE 
What's Open on Christmas Day: 11 Things To Do on Long Island
These Long Island fun spots are open on Christmas Day.READ MORE 
Over 50 Last-Minute Christmas Gifts They'll Love: Experience Gifts for Kids
It’s not too late to pick up awesome experience gifts, classes, lessons, and more for Christmas.READ MORE 
20 Fun Christmas Games for the Whole Family: Start a New Holiday Tradition
Let the holiday games begin!READ MORE 
30 Things to Do Over Holiday Break with Long Island Kids
Here are our picks for best of Christmas break fun. READ MORE 
Christmas/HanukkahHolidays
  • Submit an Activity
  • List Your Business
  • Advertise with Us
  • Contact
  • About
  • Anywhere
  • New York City
  • Atlanta
  • Boston
  • Chicago
  • Houston
  • Miami South Florida
  • Philadelphia
  • Washington DC
  • Orlando
  • Los Angeles
  • San Francisco Bay Area
  • Connecticut
  • Long Island
  • New Jersey
  • Westchester
  • Activities
  • Providers
  • Family Travel
  • Newsletter Subscribe
© 2022 MommyPoppins. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy. | Terms of Use. | Content property of MommyPoppins unless otherwise specified. 140