Chanukah in Bedford Village
Bedford, NY
Tuesday, December 4th at 4:00 p.m.
A local and memorable family experience to celebrate the "festival of lights" in the charming village of Bedford. Lots of fun activities and prizes offered by retailers, library and major historical landmarks.
Website: Chanukah-Village.htm
Cost: Free
Tip: This event is mostly outdoors, dress for cold weather and is stroller friendly. Check website for all activities and times.
Westchester Winter Wonderland
Valhalla, NY
Friday, November 28th - Monday December 31st
Weekdays and Sundays: 5:30 p.m, 6:30 p.m and 7:30 p.m
Fridays and Saturdays: 5:30 p.m, 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m and 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $20.00 admission includes unlimited visits with Santa, skating, Holiday Circus, all rides, light show and more!
(Free for children ages 3 and under)
website: http://www.wwinterwonderland.com/
Tip: Stroller friendly and dress for cold weather.
12 Days of KidX @ Jefferson Valley Mall
Yorktown Heights, NY
Thursday, December 13th - Sunday, December 23rd 10:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m
No matter what the weather may bring, this 12-day festive indoor program will be fun for all ages. From a multi-cultural holiday event hosted by Macaroni Kid Westchester North (Friday, December 14th 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m. ) to pottery, baking, holiday sing-a-long and many more great daily special events.
Cost: Free
website: 12-days-of-kidx
Tip: Check website for all the activities and times.
Breakfast with Santa
The Ritz-Carlton New York Westchester
White Plains, NY
Sunday, December 9th 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
Celebrate Christmas in luxury! Enjoy a delicious buffet, face painting, cookie decorating, balloon artists and watch holiday movie favorites. Don't forget to write letters to Santa and visit him too!
Share the joy of the holidays by bringing unwrapped toys to be donated to Toys for Tots.
Cost: $105.00 per adult includes a Mimosa or a bloody Mary/ $49.00 per child
Website: http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/new-york/westchester/
Tip: Advanced reservations are required. Please contact email RCWestchesterEvents@ritzcarlton.com or call 914-467-5826
Holidays on the Hill Train Show
Lasdon Park
Katonah, NY
December 1 ,2 ,8 ,9 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m
This special event is local, affordable and so much fun. Watch the trains go by as you listen to holiday music, grab a bite to eat at the food trucks, shop for unique gifts at the gift shop and warm your hands by the fire pit. Santa will be waiting for all your child's wishes. More details are always added on their website, please check prior to your visit.
Cost: $5.00 - $10.00
Website: https://www.lasdonpark.org/event/holidays-on-the-hill-train-show/
Tip: Attend the earlier dates since peak holiday time may be crowded.
It's a Wonderful Life and Elf
Bedford Playhouse
Bedford, NY
It's a Wonderful Life: Thursday, December 13th at 7:00 p.m.
Elf: Sunday, December 16th at 1:00 p.m.
Both movies (rated PG) are classics to watch during the holidays. Featured at the historic and recently renovated Bedford Playhouse, going to the movies will be a new experience for the entire family to enjoy.
Cost: $10.00 for Child and Seniors/ $12.00 for adults/ $20.00 for oversized reclining luxury seating
Website: https://bedfordplayhouse.org/
Tip: Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Rainbow Fish
Performing Arts Center at Purchase College
Purchase, NY
Sunday, December 2nd at 3:00 p.m
Marcus Pfister’s award-winning book The Rainbow Fish comes to life in this colorful and beautiful performance. Make sure to stay after the show for an opportunity to see what puppetry is all about! Meet the puppeteers and Rainbow Fish up close.
Cost: Orchestra and Grand Tier seats are $11.25 - $42.50
Website: https://www.artscenter.org/events/the-rainbow-fish/
Tip: Performance is recommended for ages 3 and up. Purchase your tickets today for best seating options!
Couple's Relay
Blue Mountain
Peekskill, NY
Saturday, December 16th at 10:00 a.m.
Love running with your partner? this annual cross - country relay hosted by Taconic Road Runner Club will be a fun break from the travel planning, shopping, parties and other details that are on your holiday list. After the race, enjoy a warm pancake breakfast and other goodies.
Website: https://www.runner.org/couples-relay/
Tip: There are no kid races at this event, however runners age 18+ can join. For all details please refer to website.
The Nutcracker
The Ridgefield Playhouse
Ridgefield, CT
December 14th, 15th and 16th (various times)
Part of Ridgefield Academy Family Series, a Tchaikovsky's favorite for the young and old who love the classic tale of the Nutcracker.
Cost: $20.00 for child/ $25.00 for adult
Website: https://ridgefieldplayhouse.org/live-events
Tip: Visit Dimitri's Diner on 16 Prospect Street pre or post show and save 10% off your meal when you show your ticket stub. If you have young ones, I recommend an early dinner for the evening shows.
Santa & Sparky
Vista Volunteer Fire Department
South Salem, NY
Saturday, December 8th 9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
Serving the community for over 7 decades, this 100% volunteer fire department is hosting their annual holiday event for all to share the holiday spirit. Get a tour of the fire trucks, decorate cookies, have your photo taken with Santa and Sparky and many other fun activities. Please bring a toy to donate to Toys for Tots.
Cost: Free
Website: http://www.vistafd.org/
Tip: Since this event is all day, choose the ideal timing to work for your family's schedule.
