Celebrating the holiday season with lights and illumination is a signature Christmas tradition. This year, our community will be aglow at the many Christmas tree ceremonies on Staten Island. Many of these Christmas tree and menorah lightings on Staten Island host additional activities, too, including caroling and live music. Sometimes, even Santa stops by for a visit! Bring the whole family, and bask in the tradition of holiday lights together.
After attending a ceremony, stay in spirit of the season by visiting some of these Staten Island holiday fairs, where you can browse a plethora of unique gifts for friends and family this year. And don’t forget to check out our calendar of events for more Christmas events and holiday fun!
Christmas Tree Lightings in Staten Island
Empire Outlets Holiday Tree Lighting
WHERE: 55 Richmond Terr.
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 20, 6pm
PRICE: Free
929-262-6710
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Celebrate the season in style at Staten Island’s Empire Outlets Holiday Tree Lighting event. See a 40-foot crystal tree and enjoy an evening of live music, caroling dance performers, cocktails and hot chocolate. You can even do some holiday shopping at the many outlet stores located inside!
Rab’s Christmas Tree Lighting Spectacular
WHERE: 1600 Hylan Blvd.
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 5pm
PRICE: Free
718-979-1600
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Bowl into the holiday season with Rab’s Country Lanes 2nd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Spectacular. The festive fun includes live entertainment, music, hot cocoa, holiday treats and a visit with Santa.
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Victory Boulevard Merchants Association Holiday Event and Tree Lighting
WHERE: Victory Boulevard between Manor Road and Bradley Avenue
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 30, 5-7pm
PRICE: Free
718-273-8802
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Join NYC Council Member Steven Matteo, the SIEDC, shop owners and other community members for this joyous Staten Island Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy refreshments, caroling and a visit from Santa.
Richmond Road Merchants Association Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival, starring Reindeer!
WHERE: 1639 Richmond Rd. (in front of Casale Jewelers)
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 2, 5-7pm
PRICE: Free
718-477-1400 x812
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Join elected officials and SIEDC when Richmond Road shines bright at the 6th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival on Staten Island. There will be lots of opportunities for photos with Santa and his adorably majestic reindeer. (Yes, real reindeer in NYC!) Other activities include raffles, refreshments, and of course, the tree lighting. Be careful…the Grinch will be stopping by, too.
Borough Hall Tree Lighting
WHERE: 10 Richmond Terr.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 2, time to be announced
PRICE: Free
718-816-2000
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Details to be announced!
Conference House Grand Illumination
WHERE: 298 Satterlee St.
WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 5, 4:30pm
718-984-6046
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See the historic Conference House illuminated for the holiday season. Learn about colonial Christmas traditions while enjoying cookies and cider.
New Dorp Lane District Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Event
WHERE: New Dorp Lane between 10 and 8 Streets
WHEN: Friday, Dec. 17, 4-6pm
PRICE: Free
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New Dorp Lane is a beautiful Staten Island corridor to stroll through during the holidays. Join the New Dorp Lane District, SIEDC and elected officials for a tree lighting and holiday event on the historic lane. Enjoy a photo booth with Santa, merchant giveaways and rides.
Pouch Scout Camp Lighting Celebration
WHERE: 1465 Manor Rd.
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 11, 6pm
PRICE: $10 ages 5 and older. Free entry for adults accompanying youth.
718-351-1905
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Head to Pouch Scout Camp for holiday fun. Enjoy the lighting of the Christmas tree, photos with Santa, crafts for kids, carnival games, music and lots of festive snacks and drinks.
Staten Island Mall Santa Pictures
WHERE: 2655 Richmond Ave.
WHEN: Friday, Nov. 12-Friday, Dec. 24, daily. Reservations are encouraged.
PRICE: Call for information
718-761-6666
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PRICE: Call for information
Bring the kids to see Santa at the Staten Island Mall, a popular holiday activity in the borough for so many years. On Sundays, Dec. 5 and 12 from 9:30-10:30am, children within all spectrums of special needs are invited to the mall before it opens for a sensory-friendly event with Santa. On Mondays from Nov. 29-Dec. 20, you can let your pets in on the holiday fun with photos with the big guy, making for some paw-some holiday fun for everyone in the family.
Port Richmond Strong Civic Association Tree Lighting
WHERE: To be announced
WHEN: To be announced
929-367-6945
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Details to be announced!
Annadale Christmas Tree Lighting
WHERE: 820 Annadale Rd.
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 28, 5-7pm
PRICE: Free
718-521-5556
There will be a tree lighting and live entertainment.
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