Get into the holiday spirit and take advantage of all the events Staten Island has to offer!
Winter Lantern Festival. Photo by Elite Ziegelman
- Winter Lantern Festival
1000 Richmond Terrace, Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden- Tickets
Now- January 12 : 5 P.M.- 10:30 P.M.
Transforming Snug Harbor into a beautiful light show. Bring your whole family to wonder at 8 acres of lights, live cultural shows, interactive exhibits, and more!
- Castleton Avenue Holiday Tree Lighting
347 Davis Ave, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church – More information
December 8 : 11 A.M.-5 P.M.
The winter extravaganza that will offer shoppers unique holiday gifts and handmade decorations as they soak in the seasonal festivities. Ornaments, crafts, baked goods and Mrs. Claus’ Attic Treasures will all be available in the Third County Courthouse.
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Annadale Tree Lighting
3929 Amboy Rd, next to Richmond County Savings Bank- More information
Featuring a DJ, music, train ride for kids, bouncy houses, hot chocolate, live performance by Miss Caroline’s Dance Elite, photos with Santa. After the event, bring your friends & family to a local restaurant or business in Annadale for holiday discounts.
- Christmas in Richmond Town
441 Clarke Ave, Historic Richmond Town- Tickets
Sunday, December 8 • 11 A.M.- 5 P.M.
Experience nostalgia all through the Historic Village. Visit New York City’s most complete historic village all dressed up for Christmas. Take an old-fashioned carriage ride down historic Center Street and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of winter in the country. Other activities include ice skating, ornament making, holiday shopping and more! Plus see the annual tree lighting at 5pm.
- Borough Hall Tree Lighting
10 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island Borough Hall- More information
December 9: 6:30 P.M- 7:30 P.M.
- Annual New Dorp Lane Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Festival
New Dorp Lane, between New Dorp Plaza & 10th St- More information
December 1 : 4 P.M.-7 P.M.
There will be Christmas caroling, a family photo booth with Santa, a trackless train, animals, costume characters, free gift wrapping and much more! Free event.
- Annual Richmond Road Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival
1639 Richmond Rd, Casale Jewlers- More information
December 15 : 3 P.M- 5 P.M.
Free family photos with Santa, trackless train, Christmas caroling, free refreshments, raffles and giveaways, and dance demonstrations.
- Borough Hall Menorah Lighting
10 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island Borough Presidents office- More Information
December 23 : 6:30 P.M.- 8:30 P.M.
- Victory Blvd Merchants Association Holiday Event & Tree Lighting
1899 Victory Blvd- More information
December 3: 5 P.M.- 7 P.M.
Santa, caroling, entertainment. Bring unwrapped toys to donate to Toys for Tots.
- Annual Breakfast with Santa at Applebees
2655 Richmond Ave, Staten Island Mall- Tickets
December 7 : 8 A.M.
Expressway Plaza location, 1451 Richmond Avenue – Tickets
December 8 : 8 A.M.
Outerbridge Crossing location, 115 Bricktown Way – Tickets
December 7: 8 A.M.
430 New Dorp Lane, New Dorp- Tickets
December 8: 8 A.M.
*100% of proceeds will be donated to the Grace Foundation. Tickets must be purchased in advance online.
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The St. George Theatre Christmas Show
35 Hyatt St, St. George Theatre- Tickets
December 13-15 : 7 P.M.
The tradition continues! In its 14th year, the two-hour production is a high energy, rhinestone-studded series of songs and dances the whole family will enjoy. All ages.
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Merry Music Series at the S.I. Children’s Museum
1000 Richmond Terrace- More information
December 14 : 1 P.M. Maker Park Radio presents: Dj Santa
December 21 : 2 P.M. Yvette Washington-Wheatley and The Brighton Heights Youth Orchestra
December 22 : 3 P.M. Grace-ful Glee
December 31 : 1 P.M. Music with Patrick:New Year’s Eve (day) Party!
Celebrate the season with special musical performances throughout December!
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Colonial Christmas
7455 Hylan Blvd, Conference House- More information
December 8 : 11 A.M.-4 P.M.
Tour the beautifully decorated Colonial Manor House, enjoy live seasonal music and visit with “Father Christmas.”
- Conference House Annual Grand Illumination
7745 Hylan Blvd, Great lawn in Conference House Park – More information
December 6 : 7 P.M.- 8 P.M.
Welcome the holidays by singing Christmas carols while the Historic Conference House is illuminated from within. Dress warmly, as the festivities take place outdoors.
- Holiday Lantern Walk
7455 Hylan Blvd, Conference House- More information
December 6 : 7 P.M. *begins immediately after the conference house Grand Illumination*
Join an after-dark holiday lantern tour along moonlit park trails to view the park’s other historic houses which are also decorated and illuminated for the holiday season.
Free!
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Jacob Marley’s “A Christmas Carol”
7455 Hylan Blvd, The Conference House- Tickets
- Photos with Santa at Lower Level JCPenney Wing
Staten Island Mall- Tickets
Now – December 24
Don’t miss the easiest way to visit Santa—just reserve your time and skip the line!
- Santa Cares Day at Lower Level JCPenney Wing
Staten Island Mall- Tickets
December 8 : 8:30 A.M.- 10:30 A.M.
Join us Sunday, December 8 for Santa Cares Day in Staten Island, NY! Children within all spectrums of special needs and their families are welcome to our sensory-friendly event to experience the time-honored tradition of a visit and photos with Santa at Staten Island Mall.
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Storytime
2655 Richmond Ave, Barnes & Noble- More information
December 7 : 11 A.M.
This classic, heartwarming story about the effects of the Christmas spirit will grow even the coldest and smallest of hearts three sizes. Activities to follow.
- Richmond Road Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Festivals
1630 Richmond Rd, Santander Bank parking lot- More information
December 15 : 3 P.M- 5 P.M.
The event will feature a visit by Santa Claus, a DJ, rides for children and refreshments from local establishments. The celebration will coincide with a holiday party at the local firehouse on the corner of Four Corners Road and Richmond Road.The festivities are made possible due to support from the Richmond County Savings Foundation, Councilman Steven Matteo and Councilman-elect Joe Borelli.
- Empire Outlets Tree Lighting Ceremony
55 Richmond Terrace, Empire Outlets – More information
December 3 : 3 P.M.- 6 P.M.
The first-ever tree lighting at Empire Outlets will showcase a 40-foot crystal tree and an evening of live music and caroling, hot chocolate, seasonal bites, in-store shopping deals and holiday revelry for the whole family. Guests are asked to bring much-needed toys for kids in need during the holiday season, to be donated to Toys for Tots in honor of #GivingTuesday.
- Chanukah WonderLand and Grand Menorah Lighting
Staten Island Mall
December 22 : 4 P.M.-5 P.M.
Enjoy performances, music, dancing, crafts and prizes! Remember the day and take photos at the Photo Booth or get a Chanukah manicure. Refreshments will be provides
Photos provides by, Elite Ziegelman
Happy Holidays from all of us at Staten Island Lifestyle!