Last updated: November 11, 2024
Your perfect guide to the holidays in Rockville Centre is here! Explore the best festive events and attractions. For Rockville Centre inhabitants and guests, our guide is the ultimate tool to navigate the holiday season.
One of the highlights this season is the mesmerizing NYBG GLOW at the New York Botanical Gardens, where stunning light displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland. Another standout is Holiday Lights at the Bronx Zoo, featuring enchanting illuminated pathways and delightful animal exhibits that create a magical experience. And don't forget to catch Pentatonix at Madison Square Garden, a must-see performance that brings a unique blend of harmonies and holiday classics. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Rockville Centre Holiday Light Displays
LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival - Eisenhower Park
- What to Expect
- Immersive light displays and interactive activities for all ages.
- Description
- LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival at Eisenhower Park features over 40 stunning attractions, including immersive light displays, interactive elements, and four captivating themes. The event offers a sensory adventure with food trucks, holiday gift shops, and special theme days. Visitors can explore a wondrous world of ancient civilizations, illuminated jungles, and glowing art installations.
- Where
- East Meadow | More Info : LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival - Eisenhower Park
Winter Lantern Festival at Queens County Farm Museum
- What to Expect
- Immersive light display with hand-crafted Chinese lanterns.
- Description
- The Winter Lantern Festival at Queens County Farm Museum features over 1500 lights and 80 hand-crafted Chinese lanterns, creating an immersive experience across 6 acres of historic farmland. Visitors can explore interactive illuminated tunnels, swings, and see-saws, as well as new features like the Bounce House and Sugar Paintings.
- Where
- Flushing | More Info : Winter Lantern Festival at Queens County Farm Museum
Holiday Lights - The Bronx Zoo
- What to Expect
- Immersive wildlife-themed light display with interactive elements.
- Description
- Holiday Lights at the Bronx Zoo features millions of lights and hundreds of wildlife lanterns across seven trails, showcasing nearly 100 animal and plant species. Interactive experiences include glowing walls, illuminated trees, and shimmering flowers, along with family-friendly entertainment and seasonal treats.
- Where
- Bronx | More Info : Holiday Lights - The Bronx Zoo
Rockville Centre Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Ballet - Madison Theatre
- What to Expect
- World-class ballet performance with a full symphonic orchestra.
- Description
- Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Ballet at the Madison Theatre features international ballet stars and gifted young dancers performing to the extraordinary music of the South Shore Symphony, celebrating its tenth season in the beautiful Madison Theatre at Molloy University.
- Where
- Rockville Centre | More Info : Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Ballet - Madison Theatre
The Madison Theatre Christmas Celebration
- What to Expect
- Broadway performers and designers bring festive season favorites to life.
- Description
- The Madison Theatre Christmas Celebration is an annual family tradition featuring Broadway's exceptional performers and designers. This holiday spectacular takes you on a journey through your favorite past times of the festive season, with singing along to your favorite Christmas tunes.
- Where
- Rockville Centre | More Info : The Madison Theatre Christmas Celebration
Pentatonix - Madison Square Garden
- What to Expect
- A cappella holiday concert with special effects and audience interaction.
- Description
- Pentatonix brings their Hallelujah It's A Christmas Tour to Madison Square Garden, featuring a cappella renditions of holiday classics and original songs.
- Where
- New York City | More Info : Pentatonix - Madison Square Garden
NYBG GLOW - New York Botanical Gardens
- What to Expect
- Miniature cityscape made from plant parts with G-scale model trains.
- Description
- The Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Garden features over 30 years of tradition, showcasing nearly 200 New York landmarks made from natural materials, with G-scale model trains and trolleys navigating through a whimsical landscape. The Haupt Conservatory is filled with twinkling, plant-based replicas of local architecture, creating a cityscape in miniature. After dark, the gardens are illuminated with colorful lighting, and visitors can enjoy holiday classics and festive food.
- Where
- Bronx | More Info : NYBG GLOW - New York Botanical Gardens