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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Create a perfect holiday itinerary with our guide for Springfield Gardens. Find all the best festive events and activities. For Springfield Gardens inhabitants and guests, our guide is the ultimate tool to navigate the holiday season.

Popular events during this time include the iconic Rockefeller Center Ice Rink, where visitors can skate beneath the dazzling Christmas tree, making it a memorable spot for families and friends. Another highlight is the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, featuring the famous Rockettes in a spectacular show that captures the essence of the season. And definitely don't forget the New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show, where intricate model trains zip through stunning displays of botanical beauty. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Springfield Gardens Holiday Light Displays

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Immersive light adventure with interactive elements and themed displays.

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LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival features over 40 stunning light attractions and interactive elements, creating an immersive experience for all ages. Dive into four captivating themes filled with dazzling light displays and interactive activities. Enjoy food trucks, holiday gift shops, and special theme days with unique souvenirs and tasty treats.

Where: East Meadow | More Info: LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival

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Immersive light display with hand-crafted lanterns inspired by Chinese folklore.

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The Winter Lantern Festival at Queens County Farm Museum features over 1500 hand-crafted lights and 80 lanterns, creating an immersive experience across 6 acres of historic farmland. Visitors can explore interactive illuminated tunnels, swings, see-saws, and new features like the Bounce House and Sugar Paintings.

Where: Flushing | More Info: Winter Lantern Festival at Queens County Farm Museum

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Immersive wildlife-themed light displays and interactive experiences.

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Holiday Lights at The Bronx Zoo features millions of lights and hundreds of wildlife lanterns spread across seven trails, showcasing nearly 100 animal and plant species. The event includes interactive experiences like the Enchanted Sea, illuminated performers, and family-friendly entertainment.

Where: Bronx | More Info: Holiday Lights at The Bronx Zoo

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Community-driven holiday tree decorating event.

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The Festival of Trees at Port Jeff Village Center features beautifully decorated trees by local businesses, groups, and community members. This event is a communal celebration of the holiday spirit, showcasing festive decorations and promoting local enterprises.

Where: Port Jefferson | More Info: Festival of Trees at Port Jeff Village Center

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The giant tree is adorned with over 50,000 lights and a stunning star atop.

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Illuminating the iconic Rockefeller Center, this towering Christmas tree serves as a beacon of holiday spirit. Adorned with thousands of shimmering lights and topped with a dazzling star, it draws visitors from around the globe to marvel at its grandeur. Surrounded by festive activities and the vibrant atmosphere of nearby attractions, this site is a staple of seasonal celebrations in New York City.

Where: New York City | More Info: Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree

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Springfield Gardens Holiday Markets and Shopping

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European-inspired open-air market with local crafts and artisan provisions.

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The Holiday Market at Bryant Park features a European-inspired open-air market curated by Urbanspace Markets, showcasing artisans from New York City and around the world. Located in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks, the market offers local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts. The market is situated along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, between 40th and 42nd Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues, and on the rink deck.

Where: New York City | More Info: Holiday Market at Bryant Park

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Springfield Gardens Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Precision dance routines by the iconic Rockettes.

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The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is a classic holiday show featuring the world-famous Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall. The performance includes iconic routines like the "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers" and "Living Nativity," along with high-kicking precision dance and special effects.

Where: New York City | More Info: Radio City Christmas Spectacular

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Meet Santa Claus after a screening of The Polar Express.

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Join Patchogue Theatre for a screening of Warner Bros.' The Polar Express, starring Tom Hanks. Following the film, the stage transforms into a Christmas scene where children can meet Santa Claus while grown-ups take photographs. The event culminates with the Village of Patchogue's 61st Annual Christmas Parade starting at 6 PM.

Where: Patchogue | More Info: Polar Express & A Visit With Santa at Patchogue Theatre

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World-class ballet performance with professional and student dancers.

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The Diamond Performance Company presents a spellbinding rendition of 'The Nutcracker' at Patchogue Theatre, featuring talented student dancers alongside professional artists. The production combines the artistry of seasoned professionals with the boundless energy of national championship-winning young dancers. Highlights include performances by Jose Rojas from Connecticut Ballet, Julia Patillis from the Joffrey Ballet, and Brigid Le Minez from American Liberty Ballet. The event also features the debut of "Wrinkle" the duck and an exclusive opportunity to meet the Sugar Plum Fairy.

Where: Patchogue | More Info: Diamond Performance Company Presents: The Nutcracker at Patchogue Theatre

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Traditional Irish music and dance celebration.

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A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland at Madison Theatre features award-winning Irish musicians and dancers delivering a heart-warming performance with traditional Celtic music, dance, and storytelling.

Where: Rockville Centre | More Info: A Celtic Christmas By A Taste of Ireland at Madison Theatre

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World-class ballet performance with professional company and student dancers.

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Eglevsky Ballet presents The Nutcracker, featuring the professional company and student dancers from the academy, with choreography by Maurice Brandon Curry and live music by the Park Avenue Chamber Symphony under the baton of David Bernard. The performance includes guest artists Jeffrey Cirio and Ji Young Chae, principal dancers with Boston Ballet.

Where: Brookville | More Info: Eglevsky Ballet in The Nutcracker at Tilles Center

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Unique blend of ballet, hip-hop, and global dance genres celebrating Brooklyn's cultural diversity.

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The Brooklyn Nutcracker at Kings Theatre is a re-imagined holiday classic that fuses ballet, hip-hop, and global dance genres. Culturally immersive, it transforms familiar Nutcracker characters and scenes to represent Brooklyn's cultural mosaic. The show features a mysterious pop and locking Uncle Drosselmeyer, a daring hip hop battle scene, and a bohemian Mother Ginger, all set against the backdrop of Victorian Flatbush and modern-day Brooklyn landmarks like the Brooklyn Botanical Garden and a Flatbush Avenue subway platform.

Where: Brooklyn | More Info: The Brooklyn Nutcracker at Kings Theatre

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Soul-stirring gospel performances by renowned artists.

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At Worship Live at Kings Theatre, witness powerful performances by gospel legends Fred Hammond, Hezekiah Walker, James Fortune, Todd Dulaney, and VaShawn Mitchell. This event promises an uplifting atmosphere filled with soul-stirring music and holiday joy.

Where: Brooklyn | More Info: Worship Live Holiday Tour at Kings Theatre

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Family-friendly concert with classic and new children's songs.

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Laurie Berkner and her band will perform classic hits like "We Are the Dinosaurs" and "Victor Vito," along with new songs from their album "A Laurie Berkner Halloween." The concert is a family-friendly event that encourages attendees to bring an animal for their head and wear dancing shoes.

Where: Huntington | More Info: Laurie Berkner: A LIVE Holiday Concert at The Paramount

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Seasonal flute concert featuring a diverse ensemble of local musicians.

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The Long Island Flute Club Holiday Flute Choir will perform an hour-long concert of seasonal favorites at Old Westbury Gardens. The choir, under the direction of Lauren Osnato, is comprised of 16 professional and adult amateur flutists from Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Where: Old Westbury | More Info: Long Island Flute Club Holiday Flute Choir at Old Westbury Gardens

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Exclusive holiday experiences with iconic toy store FAO Schwarz.

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The Holly Jolly New York Holiday Package offers a range of VIP holiday experiences in New York City, including a decorative window display walking tour, VIP admission to Top of the Rock, and welcome drinks at Clement Bar or Salon de Ning Winter Wonderland rooftop experience.

Where: New York City | More Info: Holly Jolly New York Holiday Package

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Springfield Gardens Other Holiday Activities

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Iconic ice skating under the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.

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The Rockefeller Center Ice Rink is an iconic winter destination offering 60-minute general admission skate sessions, premium packages with extended skate time and complimentary rentals, and seasonal memberships for unlimited access. It features Après Skate Chalets presented by Balsam Hill, providing a cozy atmosphere with themed decor and festive drinks.

Where: New York City | More Info: Rockefeller Center Ice Rink

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Immersive night walk with astral energy and celestial projections.

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Astra Lumina at Queens Botanical Garden is a one-mile long night walk through the Garden, featuring projections, lighting, and music that transform the space into a celestial pathway, connecting visitors with the stars and the vast world around them.

Where: Flushing | More Info: Astra Lumina at Queens Botanical Garden

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Heated, intimate wine garden igloos in the heart of Rockefeller Center.

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City Winery's winter igloos offer a cozy, heated space in Rockefeller Plaza, perfect for sipping seasonal drinks and enjoying Mediterranean-inspired bites.

Where: New York City | More Info: City Winery Igloos

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