December is a magical time for kids, with winter fun and an abundance of holiday festivities happening all month long. All this (plus gifts!) can cost families a pretty penny, so we've rounded up more than 35 FREE holiday activities for families in Westchester and the Hudson Valley happening in December 2019.

Read on for frugal fun that doesn't skimp on festivity. These are in addition to other resources we've already posted, like tree-lighting celebrations and breakfasts with Santa. And consult our Holiday Fun Guide for many more ways to savor the season!

Our Event Calendar is well-stocked with many more options to choose from, and more keep coming. You can also sign up for our FREE newsletters to get our picks delivered straight to your inbox!

Advice: Free events tend to be popular, especially ones involving a Santa sighting. As these generally require reservations, we strongly recommend that you make yours immediately, as they will surely sell out well in advance.