The festive season is here, Hillside! Discover all the must-see holiday happenings with our guide. Whether you're a resident or a traveler, our guide helps you explore the holiday magic of Hillside.
Popular events this season include the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, an enchanting show that captures the spirit of Christmas with dazzling performances and stunning visual effects. Additionally, the Nutcracker by the New York City Ballet offers a timeless ballet experience, highlighting its exquisite choreography and delightful music. And the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights eBike Tour is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing the vibrant holiday displays of one of New York's most famous neighborhoods. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Hillside
- Radio City Christmas Spectacular (New York City)
- The Nutcracker by New York City Ballet (New York City)
- Dyker Heights Christmas Lights eBike Tour (Brooklyn)
- Christmas Markets at Union Square and Columbus Circle (New York City)
- Candlelight Concerts (New York City)
- A Christmas Carol at Merchant House (New York City)
- Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles (Skaneateles)
- Festival of Trees and Lights at Everson Museum (Syracuse)
See these and even more events listed below!
Hillside Holiday Light Displays
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights eBike Tour
What to Expect:
Unique eBike tour through Dyker Heights' spectacular Christmas lights.
Description:
Explore the vibrant Christmas lights of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn on an eBike tour. Ride through the Hudson River Greenway and catch a ferry to Brooklyn, then zigzag through the neighborhood to see all the lights and beautifully decorated homes. The tour includes a private guided tour, eBike rental, and a ferry ride.
Where: Brooklyn | More Info: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights eBike Tour
Festival of Trees and Lights at Everson Museum
What to Expect:
Diverse holiday-themed activities and live music.
Description:
The Festival of Trees and Lights at Everson Museum features beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and unique seasonal decor representing various cultural celebrations. Enjoy live seasonal music and diverse workshops, creating a memorable holiday experience.
Where: Syracuse | More Info: Festival of Trees and Lights at Everson Museum
Hillside Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Markets at Union Square and Columbus Circle
What to Expect:
Unique gifts and seasonal treats in a festive European-style market setting.
Description:
The Columbus Circle Holiday Market offers a European flair with over 100 artisans and designers selling unique gifts and treats. Enjoy special foods, handmade jewelry, art, and home goods. Come hungry and explore the market after a stroll through Central Park or an ice skating session at Wollman Rink.
Where: New York City | More Info: Christmas Markets at Union Square and Columbus Circle
Hillside Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
What to Expect:
High-energy performances with synchronized dance and music.
Description:
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is a 90-minute holiday performance featuring over 140 performers, including the iconic Rockettes. The show combines singing, dancing, and humor with traditional scenes, showcasing the Rockettes' precision dance routines and festive atmosphere.
Where: New York City | More Info: Radio City Christmas Spectacular
The Nutcracker by New York City Ballet
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
New York City Ballet's production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker features Peter Ilyitch Tschaikovsky's iconic melodies, stunning choreography, and elaborate sets and costumes. The ballet transports audiences to a world where toy soldiers battle mischievous mice and a blustery blizzard leads to the enchanted Land of Sweets.
Where: New York City | More Info: The Nutcracker by New York City Ballet
Candlelight Concerts
What to Expect:
Live music in a candlelit setting with diverse musical genres.
Description:
Candlelight Concerts offer a unique musical experience featuring live performances in beautifully candlelit settings, showcasing a wide variety of classical and contemporary music.
Where: New York City | More Info: Candlelight Concerts
A Christmas Carol at Merchant House
What to Expect:
Period-perfect performance of Dickens' classic tale in a historic setting.
Description:
Join John Kevin Jones as he portrays Charles Dickens in a captivating 70-minute performance of "A Christmas Carol" at the Merchant's House Museum. The elegant Greek Revival double parlor is set with 19th-century holiday decorations, flickering candles, and period furnishings, transporting audiences back 150 years. The event includes a special Christmas Reception with mulled wine and a performance of "A Visit from St. Nicholas."
Where: New York City | More Info: A Christmas Carol at Merchant House
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
What to Expect:
Interactive street theatre with beloved Dickens characters.
Description:
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles is a festive holiday event featuring strolling Dickens characters, live performances, roasted chestnuts, and family-friendly activities.
Where: Skaneateles | More Info: Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Hollis (1 miles)
- Briarwood (1 miles)
- Jamaica (2 miles)
- Fresh Meadows (2 miles)
- Richmond Hill (2 miles)
- Kew Gardens Hills (2 miles)
- Cambria Heights (3 miles)
- Queens Village (3 miles)
- South Ozone Park (3 miles)
- Queens (3 miles)
- Laurelton (3 miles)
- Springfield Gardens (3 miles)
- Forest Hills (3 miles)
- Ozone Park (4 miles)
- Rego Park (4 miles)
- Elmont (4 miles)
- Woodhaven (4 miles)
- Rosedale (4 miles)
- Bayside (4 miles)
- Howard Beach (4 miles)
- Corona (5 miles)
- Middle Village (5 miles)
- Valley Stream (5 miles)
- Elmhurst (5 miles)
- Glendale (5 miles)
- East Elmhurst (6 miles)
- East New York (6 miles)
- Franklin Square (6 miles)
- Cypress Hills (6 miles)
- Jackson Heights (6 miles)
- Whitestone (6 miles)
- Ridgewood (6 miles)
- College Point (6 miles)
- Maspeth (7 miles)
- Woodside (7 miles)
- Bushwick (7 miles)
- Far Rockaway (7 miles)
- Canarsie (7 miles)
- Brownsville (8 miles)
- Sunnyside (8 miles)
- Garden City (8 miles)
- Throgs Neck (8 miles)
- Rockville Centre (8 miles)
- East Flatbush (8 miles)
- Greenpoint (9 miles)
- Astoria (9 miles)
- Williamsburg (9 miles)
- Hempstead (9 miles)
- Hunts Point (9 miles)
- Long Island City (9 miles)
- Unionport (9 miles)
- Oceanside (9 miles)
- Brooklyn (9 miles)
- Flatlands (10 miles)
- Flatbush (10 miles)
- Parkchester (10 miles)
- Baldwin (10 miles)
- Mott Haven (10 miles)
- East Harlem (10 miles)
- Uniondale (10 miles)
- Melrose (10 miles)
- Morrisania (10 miles)
- Van Nest (11 miles)
- Kensington (11 miles)
- East Village (11 miles)
- Gramercy Park (11 miles)
- The Bronx (11 miles)
- Long Beach (11 miles)
- Manhattan (11 miles)
- Park Slope (11 miles)
- Harlem (11 miles)
- Brooklyn Heights (11 miles)
- East Tremont (11 miles)
- Chinatown (11 miles)
- Freeport (11 miles)
- Hell's Kitchen (11 miles)
- New York City (11 miles)
- Sheepshead Bay (12 miles)
- Morningside Heights (12 miles)
- Tremont (12 miles)
- Financial District (12 miles)
- East Meadow (12 miles)
- Fordham (12 miles)
- Morris Heights (12 miles)
- Gravesend (12 miles)
- Borough Park (12 miles)
- University Heights (12 miles)
- Washington Heights (13 miles)
- Sunset Park (13 miles)
- Merrick (13 miles)
- Brighton Beach (13 miles)
- Hoboken (13 miles)
- Bensonhurst (13 miles)
- Dyker Heights (13 miles)
- Cliffside Park (13 miles)
- West New York (13 miles)
- Kings Bridge (13 miles)
- Glen Cove (13 miles)
- Union City (13 miles)
- Bath Beach (13 miles)
- North Bergen (14 miles)
- Wakefield (14 miles)
- Fort Lee (14 miles)
- Coney Island (14 miles)
- Fort Hamilton (14 miles)
- Hicksville (14 miles)
- Mount Vernon (14 miles)
- Palisades Park (15 miles)
- Jersey City (15 miles)
- Englewood (16 miles)
- Massapequa (16 miles)
- Yonkers (17 miles)
- Bayonne (17 miles)
- Plainview (17 miles)
- Teaneck (18 miles)
- Hackensack (18 miles)
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- Kearny (19 miles)
- Lodi (20 miles)
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- Nutley (21 miles)
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- Lindenhurst (22 miles)
- Great Kills (22 miles)
- Bloomfield (22 miles)
- Elmwood Park (22 miles)
- Huntington Station (22 miles)
- Paramus (22 miles)
- East Orange (22 miles)
- Clifton (22 miles)
- Elizabeth (22 miles)
- White Plains (23 miles)
- Greenburgh (23 miles)
- West Babylon (23 miles)
- Hillside (23 miles)
- Irvington (24 miles)
- Montclair (24 miles)
- Orange (24 miles)
- Fair Lawn (24 miles)
- Deer Park (24 miles)
- Woodrow (24 miles)
- West Orange (24 miles)
- Dix Hills (25 miles)
- Linden (25 miles)
- Paterson (25 miles)
- Carteret (25 miles)
- Union (25 miles)
- Roselle (25 miles)
- West Islip (25 miles)
- Ridgewood (25 miles)
- Maplewood (26 miles)
- Rahway (27 miles)
- East Northport (27 miles)
- Cranford (27 miles)
- Millburn (27 miles)
- Stamford (27 miles)
- Commack (27 miles)
- Middletown (28 miles)
- Livingston (28 miles)
- Bay Shore (28 miles)
- Perth Amboy (29 miles)
- Brentwood (29 miles)
- Westfield (30 miles)
- Wayne (30 miles)
- Long Branch (30 miles)
- Summit (30 miles)
- Darien (31 miles)
- Spring Valley (31 miles)
- Central Islip (31 miles)
- Hauppauge (32 miles)
- Ossining (32 miles)
- Scotch Plains (32 miles)
- New City (32 miles)
- Mahwah (32 miles)
- Smithtown (32 miles)
- North Stamford (32 miles)
- Plainfield (33 miles)
- Sayreville Junction (33 miles)
- South Plainfield (34 miles)
- North Plainfield (34 miles)
- East Norwalk (34 miles)
- Sayreville (35 miles)
- Parsippany (35 miles)
- Piscataway (35 miles)
- Edison (35 miles)
- Lake Ronkonkoma (35 miles)
- South Old Bridge (36 miles)
- Marlboro (36 miles)
- Old Bridge (37 miles)
- Westport (37 miles)
- Centereach (37 miles)
- Holbrook (38 miles)
- New Brunswick (38 miles)
- East Brunswick (38 miles)
- Somerset (40 miles)
- Basking Ridge (40 miles)
- Fairfield (41 miles)
- Peekskill (41 miles)
- East Patchogue (42 miles)
- Medford (42 miles)
- West Milford (42 miles)
- Coram (43 miles)
- Randolph (43 miles)