Astoria Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Astoria and surrounding areas
Astoria embraces the festive season with twinkling Holiday lights and a lineup of community festive events around Socrates Sculpture Park and the waterfront. The Carl Schurz Park Holiday Tree Lighting anchors neighborhood fun while local Santa visits and seasonal tours add charm to nearby Steinway Street shopping. Whether you’re following holiday lights on an evening stroll or joining guided holiday activities, Astoria’s seasonal celebrations blend local flavor, family-friendly entertainment, and festive events that make the season feel bright and welcoming.
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Christmas Markets
20 eventsIconic luxury hotel holiday experience
Christmas Shows
19 events100th anniversary of the iconic Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Parties
13 eventsAnnual Christmas celebration for NYPD Honor Legion members.
Christmas Lights
12 eventsIconic Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Rockefeller Center
Other Christmas Activities
35 eventsInternational competition celebrating Polish nativity scene tradition.
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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
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Iconic Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Rockefeller Center
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Radio City Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
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100th anniversary of the iconic Christmas Spectacular
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Holidays at The Plaza
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Iconic luxury hotel holiday experience
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Times Square New Year's Eve 2025
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Iconic New Year's Eve Ball Drop ceremony
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Andrea Bocelli in Concert
(New York)
Live performance by acclaimed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli.
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Macy's Santaland
(New York)
Iconic holiday celebrations and Santa visits at Macy's stores.
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Astoria Christmas FAQ
The Downtown Holiday Lighting Celebration is one of the largest, featuring live music, Santa on a fire truck, and the official switch-on of the holiday lights.
Astoria’s tradition includes Santa arriving on a fire truck for the lighting ceremony, and local merchants competing for the best festive window displays.
Downtown Astoria and Commercial Street are the main areas for holiday lights, with many homes and businesses also decorating throughout the city.
Holiday markets and local makers are often found in downtown Astoria, at community centers, and during special events throughout December.
Viewing the downtown lights, attending the free lighting ceremony, and exploring neighborhood displays are great budget-friendly options for the holidays.
The Downtown Holiday Lighting Celebration, visits with Santa, and local holiday markets with kid-friendly activities are all great choices for families.