25 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Families are invited to the Cross County Mall for the lighting of the 40-foot Christmas tree in mid-November. Photo courtesy of the mall
Families are invited to the Cross County Mall for the lighting of the 40-foot Christmas tree in mid-November. Photo courtesy of the mall
11/10/23 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

This year's must-do Christmas events and holiday activities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley include a wintry mix of spectacles, tree lighting ceremonies, Santa sightings, and other fun. We’ve got the lowdown on top holiday attractions to keep your family’s spirits high.

Whether you’re looking for a drive-thru holiday lights display or a Christmas event outside in frosty air, we’re highlighting more than two dozen can't-miss holiday activities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley below. 

Round out your holiday calendar by shopping at a local holiday craft fair, and find even more ways to celebrate the season in our curated Christmas and Holiday Guide for Westchester Families. We're busy populating our Family Activity Calendar with loads of fun throughout the holidays, so keep close tabs to stay informed.

As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including addresses, times, and recommended ages. And keep in mind: Really cool things to do with kids often book up quickly, so register or buy your tickets ASAP.

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Places featured in this article:


Lasdon Park Arboretum and Veterans Memorial

Bronxville School Auditorium

Westbrook Lane Station (at the Kingston Plaza shopping center)

Bethel Woods Center for the Arts

Kevin McCurdy's Holiday Spirit Festival

The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck