MUST-DO HOLIDAY EVENTS IN WESTCHESTER
November 22nd through December 29th
Sunday - Thursday
Opens: 10:00 am
Last Entry: 5:00 pm
Closes: 7:00 pm
Friday & Saturday
Opens: 10:00 am
Last Entry: 7:00 pm
Closes: 9:00 pm
LEGOLAND HOLIDAY BRICKTACULAR
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, here at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester! Our Holiday Bricktacular has been extended to spread holiday joy November 22nd through December 29th this holiday season! Enjoy seasonal build activities and holiday theming throughout the Center, perfect for the entire family.
Friday, November 15, 2019 - Saturday, December 28, 2019 | Various times
The train ride lasts approximately 90 minutes. This event sells out well in advance. Early booking is highly recommended.
Price: Ages 12 and up: $41-$50; 2-12: $32-$40 (lower rates are for off-peak times); under 2 (on lap)
CATSKILL MOUNTAIN POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN
All aboard the Polar Express! Inspired by the popular children's book and film, this seasonal locomotive excursion takes families on a storybook holiday experience.
True to the original tale, passengers are encouraged to dress in their PJs and join in a sing-along as they sip their hot cocoa en route to the North Pole to meet Santa. Believers will receive a special sleigh bell.
Friday, November 15, 2019 - Saturday, December 28, 2019
Schedule from 11/29/2019 through 12/22/2019:
Fridays – 5pm-10pm
Saturdays – 4pm-10pm
Sundays – 4pm-9pm
Schedule from 12/23/2019 through 1/4/2020:
Monday-Friday – 5pm-10pm
Saturdays and Sundays – 4pm-10pm
Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Price: Ages 4 and up: $20; 3 and under: FREE
WESTCHESTER'S WINTER WONDERLAND
This outdoor holiday attraction features the Santa Experience, unlimited skating on an outdoor ice rink (skates included), the Winter Wonderland Holiday Circus, rides at FUNderland Village, food and drinks, and an expanded Lights of Wonder show.
Saturday, December 7, 2019 - Sunday, December 15, 2019
Price: Adults: $25; under 18: $20; under age 3: FREE; onsite and phone purchases: $2 surcharge
Performances (approximately 1 hour) are at 3:30, 4:45, and 6:00 pm. Advance tickets required.
DICKENS' 'CHRISTMAS CAROL'
Nestle in to the cozy confines of the Old Dutch Church and let master storyteller Jonathan Kruk, complete with musical accompaniment, regale you with his adaptation of this Charles Dickens classic.
Washington Irving served as a vestryman at this 1837 red brick church. His pew remains on display for visitors to see.
Friday, November 29, 2019 - Sunday, December 22, 2019
Price: Prices vary by age and time of purchase; see event website. Purchase in advance to save on tickets.
FROSTY FEST
At this holiday spectacular, stroll along Candy Cane Lane, navigate Frosty's Enchanted Forest, marvel at the glistening gardens, watch the character parade, light Frosty's tree, visit with Santa, and more. New: Dasher meet-and-greet and Frosty's animated musical light show.
Reservations aren't required. Tickets may be purchased at the event, but purchasing online allows for savings and shortened wait time upon arrival.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday | November 29 and 30, December 1, 6, 7, 8
Tours depart from 3:30 to 7:15pm
Come experience Boscobel at its holiday best.
Tours sell out early. Advance registration strongly recommended.
TWILIGHT TOURS
With the mansion lit by candles, decorated for 19th-century holidays, and resonating with live string music, Twilight Tours offer an especially beautiful view of Boscobel House and Gardens.
Outside, the mansion, Apple Orchard, Rose Garden, and Maple Lane will be lit with an elegant display. In addition to to this singular experience, enjoy a post-tour reception in our decorated gallery, and live holiday music in the Visitor Center as well as a festive Design Shop.
Friday, November 29, 2019 - Saturday, December 28, 2019
Friday: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 4:30pm - 9:00pm
Sunday: 4:30pm - 8:30pm
Price: Ages 12 and up: $16; ages 2-11 & seniors/military: $13 (plus tax); under 2: FREE
HOLIDAY SPIRIT FESTIVAL
Kevin McCurdy's Holiday Spirit Festival is the Hudson Valley's original, one of a kind, family holiday event. Celebrating its 14th anniversary, the Holiday Spirit Festival is like no other event, offering your family a place to make new memories and relive old ones.
From it's inception, The Holiday Spirit Festival was designed to take you back to those days of yesteryear, with holiday tunnels and twinkling light displays, while adding a new twist.