Glen Cove Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

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Christmas Markets (25 events) Christmas Shows (15 events) Christmas Lights (13 events) Christmas Parties (8 events) Other Christmas Activities (39 events)

This Christmas season Glen Cove offers holiday activities, sparkling Christmas lights and neighborhood markets centered on the downtown and landmark sites like The Mansion at Glen Cove. Enjoy events such as Deck the Halls 2025, Breakfast with Santa at The Mansion at Glen Cove, and Eglevsky Ballet in The Nutcracker. From waterfront lights to craft markets and family-friendly performances, Glen Cove offers a festive blend of tradition and charm.

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Christmas Markets

25 events
NRNY Holiday Market • Nov 28 – Dec 14

Indoor winter village holiday market

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Christmas Shows

15 events
The Nutcracker Westchester Ballet Company • Dec 11 – Dec 14

75th anniversary production of The Nutcracker

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Christmas Lights

13 events
LuminoCity Holiday Lights: Fantasy Winter Fairyland • Nov 7 – Jan 1, 2026

Immersive light art festival with fantastical themes

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Christmas Parties

8 events
Deck the Halls 2025 • Dec 6

1920s glamour in a historic estate

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Other Christmas Activities

39 events
Candlelight Evenings at Old Bethpage Village Restoration • Dec 19 – Dec 29

19th-century village aglow with candlelight

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. NRNY Holiday Market (New Rochelle)
    Indoor winter village holiday market
  2. The Holiday Wish Express (Stamford)
    Largest indoor holiday wonderland in the Northeast
  3. Bayside Annual Holly Bazaar (Bayside)
    Community holiday bazaar with artisan vendors and Santa photos.
  4. LuminoCity Holiday Lights: Fantasy Winter Fairyland (East Meadow)
    Immersive light art festival with fantastical themes
  5. Deck the Halls 2025 (Oyster Bay)
    1920s glamour in a historic estate
  6. Westchester's Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru Holiday Light Extravaganza (Valhalla)
    1.2-mile drive-thru holiday light show with app integration.

This Week / Coming Up (6)

Eisenhower Park Early Christmas Craft & Gift Fair Sat, Nov 8
A Christmas Carol at John W. Engeman Theater Thu, Nov 13
Greenburgh Holiday Market and Train Show Sat, Nov 15
NYC Christmas Window Displays Sat, Nov 15
Hicks Nurseries Christmas Events Sun, Nov 16
Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa's Workshop Fri, Nov 28

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Glen Cove Christmas FAQ

What are the biggest annual Christmas events in Glen Cove?

The Tree Lighting at Village Square and the Downtown Glen Cove Winter Festival & Holiday Market are two of the largest annual Christmas events in the city.

What holiday traditions are unique to Glen Cove?

Glen Cove’s holiday traditions include the annual Tree Lighting ceremony, the Downtown Winter Festival, and special events at the Mansion at Glen Cove.

Which neighborhoods are best for Christmas lights in Glen Cove?

Downtown Glen Cove and the Village Square area are especially festive, but many residential neighborhoods also feature beautiful light displays.

Where can I find Christmas markets and local makers in Glen Cove?

The main Christmas markets are held on Bridge Street in downtown Glen Cove, with additional vendor stalls and pop-ups throughout the city.

What are the best free or budget-friendly holiday activities in Glen Cove?

Free activities include the Village Square holiday festival, neighborhood light displays, and many of the Christmas markets and vendor stalls.

What are good picks for families with kids in Glen Cove?

Families enjoy the Tree Lighting, holiday markets, and events like Holidays with Santa at the Mansion, which offer activities and photo opportunities for children.