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Hudson Valley Holiday Happenings



From Christmas tree farms to Santa to holiday lights and giveaways, we are your go-to place for holiday fun!

Holiday round up, holiday happenings, things to do in the winter

'Tis the season for cutting down your Christmas tree, lighting your menorah, light parades, and community tree lightings! We've rounded up some of the best in the Hudson Valley, and you can find it all right here! Please check websites before going due to the pandemic.



For the full Holiday Lights list- Click HERE!


Christmas Tree Farms
Whether you're more like Charlie Brown and think small trees need love too, or you have Rockefeller-type tastes, picking a tree with your family will create memories to last a lifetime.




Tree Lighting and Holiday Events
It's that time of year again. Families across the Hudson Valley are getting into the holiday spirit a different way this year. We have lots of social-distancing fun for the holidays. We have rounded them up right here for you!




Top Light Displays
There is something about twinkling displays of magical dancing lights that brighten up the dark winter nights and put everyone into the Christmas spirit. Hop in the car for some Christmas light gazing through town.



Menorah Lights and Chanukah Events
Find all the biggest and best Chanukah celebrations and Menorah lightings on this great list.



Updated November 23, 2020



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