Illustration of neighbours chatting with cocoa in a community hall decorated with paper chains and wrapped gifts (Christmas at Westbury House)
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Christmas at Westbury House

Visitors can step inside Westbury House to explore historic rooms decorated in festive period style. Guests can also stroll through the seasonal gardens, enjoy complimentary cookies and warm cider, and meet Santa. Select dates feature included holiday choir and caroling performances.

Dec 5 – Dec 20, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Admission $22; ages 62 and older $20; full-time students with valid ID $20; children ages 7 to 17 $12; children ages 6 and under free; Old Westbury Gardens members free.

Hours

10am to 5pm; final admission into Old Westbury Gardens is 2:30pm and final admission into Westbury House is 3:00pm.

Food & Drink

Complimentary cookies and cider are offered during the event.

Location

Old Westbury Gardens · 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY, 11568 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and fans of historic holiday decor

Vibe

Festive and nostalgic

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive before the final garden admission cutoff, since entry to Old Westbury Gardens ends earlier than entry to the house.
  • Plan to enter Westbury House by its final admission cutoff if you want to see the decorated rooms.
  • Allow time to explore both the house and gardens, which are included in the holiday visit.
  • Bring valid identification if you are a full-time student, since the listed student admission offer requires it.
  • Check which weekend date includes a performance you want to hear, as caroling and concerts are scheduled on select dates.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children ages 6 and under enter free.
  • Old Westbury Gardens members enter free.
  • Ages 62 and older receive discounted admission.
  • Full-time students with valid ID receive discounted admission.
  • Children ages 7 to 17 receive discounted admission.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors do during the Christmas celebration?

Explore Westbury House’s rooms decorated in period style, stroll the gardens, meet Santa and enjoy complimentary cookies and cider.

Is this a family-friendly event?

Yes. The celebration invites the whole family, and children six and under enter free.

Can visitors buy tickets at the door?

The event page links to general-admission tickets but does not specify whether tickets are available at the door.

Are there performances or other special activities during the event weekends?

Select dates include holiday caroling and choir performances. Other separately scheduled activities include a book signing and concerts; check the event schedule for which are included with admission.

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