December 5. Fishkill's Winter Wonderland. Get ready to kick off the holiday season
with a magical Winter Wonderland event. This celebration is open to boys and
girls in kindergarten through 6th grade and promises an evening filled with
joy, laughter, and festive activities for the whole family and is free to
Fishkill residents. Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Cookie Decorating, Hot
Cocoa, Bounce Houses, Balloon Artists, Holiday Themed Games, and Letters to
Santa. Our Community Police officers will be collecting toys for Toy for Tots.
Please consider bringing a new, unwrapped toy to place in the donation box and
help spread the holiday cheer. Fishkill.
December 6. Sinterklaas Day and Dutch Holiday Traditions Children's Program. At this fun family event you'll discover the history of Sinterklaas and learn about the holiday traditions that the early Dutch settlers brought with them to New Netherland. Learn how Sinterklaasavond (St. Nicholas eve) was celebrated in the home, and taste some of the tradition Dutch sweets which were part of the festivities. There will even be a surprise visit by a special guest - St. Nicholas himself! The program takes place at 11:00am, 12:15pm and 1:30pm, and is designed especially for children. The ideal age group is elementary school age, but all ages are welcome. Wappingers Falls.
December 6. Santa Day at RVAC. Santa Photos – For just $10 per child (ages 2+), enjoy unlimited photos with Santa! Every child will also receive a Take & Make Holiday Craft Kit to spark their creativity. Children under 2 are welcome (please also pre-register) but will not receive a craft kit. New This Year: Pet Photos! – Bring your pup for family photos with Santa during the last photo time slot of the event! Pet photos are also $10, with proceeds benefiting Hope for Cats and Dogs PR, who will be on site with some adorable adoptable pups. Along with photos and take-home craft kits, enjoy: sweet treats for sale, a coloring station, a hands-on holiday craft, a Snowman Craft activity, a Holiday Prize Wheel every child is a winner! Plus, Make Your Own Teddy Bear station with The Traveling Teddy. (extra fee applies) Wappingers Falls.
December 6. 2025 Tree Lighting. This year there will be a parade of
lights! Get your car, trucks, trailers decorated in the best lights and join
the parade! Line-up for parade is at 4:30pm. We will have hot chocolate and
cookies, a craft and game for the children, and a visit from our Jolly
friend Santa! There will be gift bags available for the first 300 kids who
visit Santa!
December 6, 13. 4th Annual Christmas Market & Winter Wonderland at New Century. Sing-along & photos with Santa, 60-Foot
Radiance Light Tunnel & dazzling holiday displays. Handmade gifts &
craft vendors, Caroling & live music, Hot cocoa, cider, eggnog & festive
treats. Don't miss our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6pm on the 6th! Port
Jervis.
December 6, 13, 20. Holiday Tea with Santa. Warm up this holiday season with
Afternoon Tea at The Historic Thayer Hotel, featuring a special visit from
Santa Claus! Delight in fresh scones, delicate tea sandwiches, and festive
sweets while surrounded by our beautifully decorated holiday setting. It's a
charming way to celebrate the season with family and friends. Reservations
required, please call 845-446-4731 ext. 7929. West Point.
December 7. 10th Anniversary of the HudsonValley Gingerbread Competition.
Join us as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Hudson Valley Gingerbread
Competition! Marvel at the imagination and craftsmanship of more than 40
stunning gingerbread creations as they compete for top prize. All attendees
will get the chance to vote for their favorite masterpiece! The day will be
filled with festive activities like photos with Santa and holiday music, set
within our beautifully decorated Victorian castle. Celebrate the true meaning
of the holidays with us, as we raise donations for the Regional Food Bank to
alleviate hunger in our local community. New Paltz.
December 7. 10th Annual Cookies with Santa. Bring the family to meet Santa! Enjoy a
festive reading of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas by Beekman
Library, visit the Letters to Santa drop-off station, shop local vendors for
holiday gifts, send holiday cards to our troops through our Military Program. Poughquag.
December 7. Breakfast with Santa. Old Saint Nick is making the trip from
the North Pole to Curry Estate! Bring the whole family and enjoy a traditional
American breakfast, photos with Santa, and festive fun
with cookie decorating for the kids. This year, they are proud to
partner with the Marine Corps Reserve in supporting the Toys
for Tots Campaign! Bring a new, unwrapped toy for our collection boxes and
help spread joy and hope to children in need this Christmas. Hopewell Junction.
December 7, 14, 21. Brunch with Santa. Celebrate the season with an
award-winning holiday brunch, where festive flavors and magical moments come
together. Enjoy an abundant spread of brunch favorites, seasonal specialties,
and decadent desserts. Santa Claus himself will be there to greet guests and
spread holiday cheer. Reservations required. West Point.
December 7, 13, 14, 20. Santa Brunch. There are 2 seatings available at
9:30am & 12:15pm. This is a buffet. EMAIL Thevenue@windinghillsgc.com. We
will do our best to accommodate your party but please know there is VERY
LIMITED SEATING. 2. Montgomery.
December 7. Santa Is Coming to Sunday Brunch. Reserve your table
for a magical Sunday Brunch with Santa! Enjoy all your favorite dishes, along
with an extravagant mini-dessert display. Brunch served from 10:30am – 2:00pm. Santa
will visit from 11:00am – 2:00pm. Reservations strongly suggested. Poughkeepsie.