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Christmas House Long Island is a walk-through experience that celebrates Christmas. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
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12/13/24 - By Jaime Sumersille

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

There are plenty of opportunities to get in the holiday mood at celebrations across Long Island this weekend.

At Christmas House Long Island, experience an immersive 45-minute walk-through experience that includes all things Christmas. You can also take the festive feeling outdoors as Clark Botanic Garden transforms into an idyllic winter wonderland, complete with lights, crafts, Santa visits, and more. Bonus: it's free! 

Or, head to one of Long Island's famous lighthouses and keep your eyes on the sky for a special guest in a red suit during a recreation of Flying Santa.

Read on for more great events across LI this weekend.

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Christmas House Long Island

Hicksville
Through Sunday, January 5, 2025
Christmas House Long Island is an indoor, fully immersive 45-minute walk-through experience celebrating Christmas. Get ready to snap some festive selfies in rooms like the Christmas Carnival, Polar Bar, North Pole Movie Theater, Christmas House Video, Harry Potter Christmas, and more.  READ MORE
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Celebrate the Holidays at PaleyLand!

New York, NY
Through Sunday, January 5, 2025
The Paley Center's must-see holiday extravaganza fills five floors of the Paley with holiday fun and winter wonderland magic. Enjoy free hot chocolate, watch past and present holiday family specials on the big screen, discover the magic of a classic model railroad display, and so much more. READ MORE

Holiday Lights and Market at Babylon Town Hall

Lindenhurst – FREE
Friday, December 13-Saturday, December 14
Check out the festive decorations and holiday market at Babylon Town Hall. Kids can get their faces painted, take pictures with Santa, and everyone can stroll through the holiday market. READ MORE

Seashell Celebration & Ornament Workshop at The Whaling Museum

Cold Spring Harbor
Saturday, December 14
​From clams to sea snails to nautilus squid, explore the wonderful world of shelled animals in this educator-led workshop at The Whaling Museum. READ MORE

The Nutcracker at Ballet Long Island

Ronkonkoma
Saturday, December 14 - Act II
Audiences at Ballet Long Island's Nutcracker will marvel at this ballet. Follow Clara as she embarks on a journey filled with brave soldiers, dancing snowflakes, and excitement. READ MORE

Reenactment of the Flying Santa at the Fire Island Lighthouse

Fire Island – FREE
Saturday, December 14
In 1953 Pilot Snow (a.k.a. “Flying Santa”) flew his plane past the Fire Island Lighthouse and left packages of holiday gifts for the lighthouse keeper and his family. Relive this historic event and expect a special guest in a red suit. READ MORE

Winter Wonderland at Clark Botanic Garden

Albertson – FREE
Opens Saturday, December 14
Clark Botanic Garden transforms this holiday season into an idyllic winter wonderland where guests will find themselves immersed in all that makes the season special. Meet Santa and other special guests, enjoy holiday lights and scenery, crafts for kids, a holiday pajama party, Santa Paws, and more.  READ MORE

The Magic of Montauk Holiday Celebration

Montauk – FREE
Saturday, December 14-Sunday, December 15
Join the Montauk Chamber and Visitors Center for its Magic of Montauk holiday event. Follow the decorated holiday path around the town green to seek out fun around every corner.  READ MORE

Central Operating Lines Model Train Open House

Bohemia – FREE
Saturday, December 14-Sunday, December 15
The Central Operating Lines Holiday Train show and open house boasts a huge layout, spread across 23 scale miles.  READ MORE

Railroad Museum of Long Island Holiday Open House with Visit From Santa

Greenport – FREE
Saturday, December 14-Sunday, December 15
The Railroad Museum of Long Island invites guests to its free Holiday Open Houses with a special visit—via the rails—from Santa himself. READ MORE

Winter Wonderland at Pal-O-Mine

Islandia
Saturdays, December 14 & 21
Pal-O-Mine Equestrian transforms into a magical winter wonderland where folks can enjoy a walk-through experience of 10 acres of lights, decorations, and activities. READ MORE

Three Village Electric Holiday Parade

East Setuaket – FREE
Sunday, December 15
See a spectacular array of well-lit floats streaming down Setauket's Main Street during the annual Electric Holiday Parade. Santa makes an appearance and there is hot chocolate and cookies for all at the end. READ MORE

Share The Light: A Communal Chanukah Celebration

East Northport
Sunday, December 15
Join PJ Library in New York and at the East Northport Jewish Center for a morning of food, fun, crafts at a family friendly Chanukah celebration. READ MORE

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