Can't wait for the festive season in Auburn? Dive into our guide for all the holiday activities! For Auburn natives and holiday travelers, our guide ensures everyone enjoys the season's best.
Popular Events: The It's a Wonderful Life Celebration revives the spirit of the classic film with community activities and festive decorations. The Holiday Parade & City Tree Lighting features vibrant floats and a heartwarming atmosphere, creating lasting memories for families. And the Watkins Glen Village Christmas is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing local vendors and delightful seasonal treats. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Auburn
- It’s a Wonderful Life Celebration (Seneca Falls)
- Holiday Parade & City Tree Lighting
- Watkins Glen Village Christmas (Watkins Glen)
- Holiday Traditions
- Holiday Shopping Spree (Various (Cayuga Lake Wine Trail))
- Deck the Halls (Watkins Glen)
- Tinsel-N-Lights (Waverly)
- Christmas in the Park (Hammondsport)
- Handcrafted Holidays (Hammondsport)
- A.T. Walley's Santa Con
See these and even more events listed below!
Auburn Holiday Light Displays
Christmas in the Park
What to Expect:
Spectacular holiday lights and decorations.
Description:
Christmas in the Park is a festive event featuring beautifully decorated trees, twinkling lights, and holiday-themed activities for all ages.
Where: Hammondsport | More Info: Christmas in the Park
Auburn Holiday Markets and Shopping
Handcrafted Holidays
What to Expect:
Unique gifts and seasonal wines from local vendors.
Description:
The Handcrafted Holidays event at Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery features a selection of seasonal wines, holiday-inspired food, and unique gifts from over two dozen local boutique vendors. Guests can indulge in a variety of artisanal foods and crafts, including handmade chocolates, artisanal breads, and handcrafted jewelry.
Where: Hammondsport | More Info: Handcrafted Holidays
Holiday Shopping Spree
What to Expect:
Unique wine and food pairing experience with souvenir gifts.
Description:
The 2024 Holiday Shopping Spree at the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail offers a weekend of wine and food pairings, souvenir wine glasses, whimsical ornaments, and digital recipe books. Participants can visit 10 wineries, enjoy standard or sit-down tastings, and take advantage of special discounts. This event is structured to allow flexibility in visiting the wineries over both days.
Where: Various (Cayuga Lake Wine Trail) | More Info: Holiday Shopping Spree
Auburn Holiday Shows and Entertainment
It’s a Wonderful Life Celebration
What to Expect:
Re-creations of iconic scenes from "It's a Wonderful Life" with cast member appearances.
Description:
The It's a Wonderful Life Celebration in Seneca Falls, NY, features re-creations of iconic scenes from the film, interactive exhibits, and appearances by cast members. The event includes special presentations, autograph signings, and family-oriented activities.
Where: Seneca Falls | More Info: It’s a Wonderful Life Celebration
Holiday Parade & City Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with a festive parade and tree lighting.
Description:
The Auburn Downtown Business Improvement District's Holiday Parade and City Tree Lighting Ceremony is a festive event that brings the community together. The parade features colorful floats, marching bands, and festive decorations, culminating in the lighting of the city tree.
Where: Auburn | More Info: Holiday Parade & City Tree Lighting
Holiday Traditions
What to Expect:
Filipino holiday song performance by Tim Pavino.
Description:
Celebrate the holidays with the Auburn Symphony Orchestra, featuring new and familiar festive tunes, including a sentimental Filipino favorite sung by Tim Pavino. Enjoy a traditional audience sing-along and festive treats like hot cocoa and cookies.
Where: Auburn | More Info: Holiday Traditions
Auburn Other Holiday Activities
Deck the Halls
What to Expect:
Holiday wine and food pairing tour with ornament collection.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season with a self-guided tour of Seneca Lake Wine Trail wineries, sampling delicious wine and food pairings, and collecting ornaments at each stop.
Where: Watkins Glen | More Info: Deck the Halls
Watkins Glen Village Christmas
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with a festive parade and fireworks.
Description:
The Watkins Glen Village Christmas is a free family event in downtown Watkins Glen, featuring a Visions of Christmas parade, vendors, great food, music, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and fireworks off the pier.
Where: Watkins Glen | More Info: Watkins Glen Village Christmas
Tinsel-N-Lights
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with Santa and live performances.
Description:
Tinsel-N-Lights in Waverly, NY, features Santa visits, ice sculpting, horse and wagon rides, musical performances, and hot chocolate.
Where: Waverly | More Info: Tinsel-N-Lights
A.T. Walley's Santa Con
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with extended shopping hours and local artists.
Description:
A.T. Walley's Santa Con features Santa, local artists, tree decorating, train rides, live music, and children's activities.