Hillside Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Hillside and surrounding areas
Hillside welcomes the holiday season with Holiday lights and neighborhood festivities near local parks and community centers, creating a warm, small-scale celebration. The area offers things to do from seasonal tours to holiday activities and festive events that highlight local businesses and cultural sites. Explore Christmas markets, family-friendly performances, and neighborhood attractions that make Hillside’s winter celebrations cozy and inviting.
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Christmas Markets
29 eventsTraditional German Christmas market with heated vendor tent.
Christmas Lights
14 eventsFestive LEGO-themed holiday celebration with a giant brick-built tree.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsAward-winning dancers and Broadway-level sets
Christmas Parties
5 eventsNew Year's Eve bar crawl across Albany
Christmas Activities
22 eventsSanta's Christmas Eve arrival and stocking distribution
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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
(Pittsfield)
Award-winning dancers and Broadway-level sets
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Woodstock Christmas Eve on the Green
(Woodstock)
Santa's Christmas Eve arrival and stocking distribution
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Light the Lights – Winter Festival
(Danbury)
Official lighting of a 40-foot holiday tree and Santa's fire truck arrival.
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Peace, Love & Lights Holiday Light Show
(Bethel)
A 1.7-mile drive-thru holiday light show.
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Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND New York Resort
(Goshen)
Festive LEGO-themed holiday celebration with a giant brick-built tree.
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The Nutcracker
(Kingston)
40th anniversary production of The Nutcracker
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Hillside Christmas FAQ
The annual tree lighting ceremony in Central Park and the downtown holiday market are among the biggest Christmas events in Hillside. Many neighborhoods also host their own community celebrations.
Hillside often celebrates with community caroling events and a tradition of elaborate neighborhood light displays that draw visitors from surrounding areas. The local historical society may also highlight unique regional customs.
Neighborhoods like the Oakwood area and streets around Central Park are consistently popular for their impressive Christmas light displays. Residents in these areas often go all out with festive decorations.
You can find Christmas markets and local makers throughout Hillside, particularly in the downtown district and at community centers during the holiday season. Keep an eye out for weekend craft fairs and artisan markets.
Exploring the festive neighborhood light displays and attending free community events like tree lightings are great budget-friendly options. Many local libraries also offer free holiday-themed activities for all ages.
Families with kids will enjoy visiting Santa at local malls or community events, attending festive children's shows, and exploring the dazzling neighborhood light displays. Many markets also offer kid-friendly crafts and treats.