Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do - Christmas Tree Lightings, Brooklyn Hanukkah Menorah Lightings & Kwanzaa Holiday Candle Lightings

December 15, 2023 / Brooklyn Neighborhoods / NYC Shopping / Brooklyn Blvd NYC.

 

Be sure to visit our Brooklyn Holiday Markets page, as it contains related holiday events with a shopping element to them.

For links to holiday events and markets in all five boroughs of NYC scroll down to the bottom of this report.

 

How The Brooklyn Holiday Events Page on this Page are Organized

NOTE. We added an Update Log at the beginning of the listings, so it's easier for you to stay abreast of changes / updates / new additions.

These holiday events in Brooklyn are organized as follows:

1. BY NEIGHBORHOODS OF BROOKLYN

2. BY DATE - (not always as it depends on when the info comes in)

Watch carefully as some locales have multiple dates, and all dates for a given locale are shown at the time the venue is first listed.

3. ALL OF THESE ARE FREE UNLESS FEES ARE SPECIFIED.

4. Note BROOKLYN HOLIDAY MARKETS are published on a separate page - the links to which are posted at the bottom of this page, along with links to other boroughs.

 

Brooklyn Holiday Lights, Christmas Tree Lightings, Hanukkah Menorah Lightings, Kwanzaa Candle Lightings Background

The holidays are a special time of the year. In ancient times there were harvest celebrations to give thanks and enjoy the bounty after a long growing and harvesting season aka a year of work.

Community holiday events have been on the rise in Brooklyn since the start of the 21st century. While some date back many years, even prior to the start of the 21st century, many are relatively new.

Enjoying a community get together around the holidays is a good way to share in other people's cultures and strengthen the human bonds that transcend cultural variation. Or conversely, an opportunity to share your cultural upbringing with others.

Each of the Brooklyn holiday events is a bit different, as some are organized by community groups, local government officials and others by business organizations. Oftentimes one can find artisanal products that are made in NYC or NYS for sale, but we've dedicated a special section to announcing Brooklyn Holiday Markets & Shopping - Brooklyn NYC.

 

Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do Getting Underway

The Brooklyn holiday events get underway shortly after Halloween, with some coming opening up about the time of Thanksgiving. The Brooklyn holiday events are located in or near the following Brooklyn neighborhoods - Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Bushwick, Fort Greene, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, Prospect Park, Park Slope, Sunset Park, Bayridge, Gowanus, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill and Dyker Heights. Many either include the serving of some beverage like hot chocolate and generally snacks like cookies - or are near food vendors and restaurants.

Click here to read our report about Brooklyn Holiday Events / Holiday Things To Do in Brooklyn NYC.

Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do - Christmas Tree Lightings, Brooklyn Hanukkah Menorah Lightings & Kwanzaa Holiday Candle Lightings

December 15, 2023 / Brooklyn Neighborhoods / NYC Shopping / Brooklyn Blvd NYC. Continued.

The following includes a number of Brooklyn holiday events & Brooklyn holiday things to do including Brooklyn Christmas tree lightings, Hanukkah menorah lightings and possibly Kwanzaa candle lightings.

 

UPDATED WEEKLY THRU THE HOLIDAYS

Asterisked markets have NOT been updated to 2023.

Pay attention to the dates / year.

 

 

UPDATE CHANGE LOG

WEEKLY UPDATES OR NEW ADDITIONS 2023

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PLEASE NOTE. These brief Brooklyn holiday events are in 2023 chronological order. For further details on times, locations and event descriptions, scroll down to the Brooklyn geography / section noted at the end of each event.

 

November Holiday Events in Brooklyn

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 5 to 7 pm - Brooklyn Borough Hall Tree, Menorah, Kwanzaa Holiday Lighting Event. North Brooklyn.

Saturday & Sunday, November 18 & 19, 2023 from 10 am - 4 pm - Danish Seamen's Church holiday market with Danish food and wine. North Brooklyn.

Tuesday Novmeber 21, 2023 beginning at 6 pm - Atlantic Avenue Holiday Tree Lighting.. North Brooklyn.

Black Friday, November 24, 2023 - The Dyker Heights Neighborhood Christmas Lights. South & West Brooklyn.

Saturday, November 25, 2023 beginning at 4.30 pm - Park Slope 5th Avenue BID / Old Stone House Tree Lighting. Central Brooklyn.

Wednesday November 29, 2023 beginning at 5 pm - Brooklyn Commons Tree Lighting. North Brooklyn.

 

December Holiday Events in Brooklyn

December 1 - 10, 2023 - Universoul Circus at McCarren Park in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. North Brooklyn.

Friday, December 1, 2023 from 3 to 6 pm - Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Holiday Tree Lighting Event in Sunset Park. South & West Brooklyn

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, December 1, 2 & 3 and 8, 9 & 10, 2023 beginning at 8 pm, except Sundays when it begins at 2 pm - Narrows Community Theater Nutcracker at the Fort Hamilton Army Base. South & East Brooklyn..

Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 4 - 6 pm - Greenwood Park Holiday Tree Lighting in Sunset Park. South & West Brooklyn.

Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 2 - 4 pm - Meet St. Nicholas on Horseback at the Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum in Flatbush. South & East Brooklyn.

Saturday and Sunday, December 2 & 3, 2023 from 12 noon - 5 pm - Wallabout Wonderland Holiday Market - Brooklyn Navy Yard Holiday Market & Shopping. See holiday markets page for details.

Saturdays, December 2, 9 & 16, 2023 - additional events - Atlantic Avenue Holiday Events at St Cyril of Turov Belarusian Church at 401 Atlantic Avenue at Bond Street in the Boerum Hill. Central Brooklyn.

Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 12 noon - 4 pm - Brooklyn St. Nicholas Day at Ridgewood Historical & Onderdonk House. North Brooklyn.

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 4 - 6 pm, with tree lighting beginning at 5 pm - Christmas Tree Lighting at Grand Army Plaza in Prospect Park. Central Brooklyn.

Begins Thursday, December 7, 2023 - ends Thursday, December 14, 2023 - Grand Army Plaza Menorah Lighting in Prospect Park. Central Brooklyn.

Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 4 - 7 pm, with lightings at 5.30 pm sharp - Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Events in Greenpoint. North Brooklyn.

Friday, December 8, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm - Tree Lighting with Sinterklaas at the Lott House in Marine Park. South & East Brooklyn.

Friday, December 8, 2023 begins at 4 pm - The Fort Hamilton Tree Lighting and Holiday Market. South & West Brooklyn.

Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5 to 6 pm Fort Greene Park Holiday Tree Lighting. North Brooklyn.

Saturday December 9, 2023 - Parish Tree Lighting at Our Lady of Grace Church in Gravesend. South & East Brooklyn.

Saturday December 9, 2023 beginning at 3 pm - Jingle Fest - Brooklyn Conservatory of Music at All Saints Episcopal Church in Park Slope. Central Brooklyn.

Saturday & Sunday, December 9 & 10, 2023 from 9 am to 3 pm - Nutcracker Ballet Bake Sale at 110 Bay Ridge Avenue in Bay Ridge. South & West Brooklyn.

Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 2 to 3.30 pm Brooklyn Museum Holiday Concert by the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra in Prospect Heights. Central Brooklyn.

Sunday December 10, 2023 from 11 am - 5 pm - Brooklyn Pop Up Holiday Market in Fort Greene Park. North Brooklyn.

Sunday December 10, 2023 from 11 am - 5 pm - Brooklyn Pop Up Holiday Market in Fort Greene Park. North Brooklyn.

Saturday December 10, 2023 from 7 to 10 pm - Hanukkah Celebration - Brooklyn Conservatory of Music at BKCM in Park Slope. Central Brooklyn.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, December 15, 16 & 17, 2023 - The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir in Downtown BK. North Brooklyn.

Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 11 am to 12 noon - Holiday Kids Concert: Winter Wonderland & Ballet Magic by the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra at St Ann & the Holy Trinity Church. North Brooklyn.

Saturday, December 16, 2023 from - A Very Merry Brooklyn - Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra Christmas Concert at St Ann & the Holy Trinity Church. North Brooklyn.

Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2 pm & 7 pm - Brooklyn Ballet Nutcracker at Kings Theatre in Flatbush Ditmas. South & East Brooklyn.

Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 1 to 3 pm - Green - Wood Cemetery Trolley Tour in Sunset Park. South & West Brooklyn.

Saturday December 16, 2023 beginning at 2 pm - Holiday Caroling - Brooklyn Conservatory of Music starting from BKMC in Park Slope. Central Brooklyn.

Sunday, December 17, 2023 beginning at 11 am and 4.30 pm - Bay Ridge Ballet Performs the Nutcracker at Our Lady of Angels Parish in Bay Ridge. South & West Brooklyn.

Sunday, December 17, 2023 - Braata Productions is hosting a Holiday Market & Concert at Alliance Tabernacle [formerly Clarendon Road Church] inEast Flatbush. Central Brooklyn.

Sunday, December 17, 2023 - Braata Productions is hosting a Holiday Market & Concert at Alliance Tabernacle [formerly Clarendon Road Church] inEast Flatbush. Central Brooklyn.

Wednesday November 17, 2023 through January 1, 2024 from 4.30 to 8.15 pm - Holiday Light Show at Brooklyn Botanical Garden in Prospect Heights. Central Brooklyn.

Thursday, December 21, 2023 - Christmas Show at Our Lady of Grace Church in Gravesend. South & East Brooklyn.

December 25, 2023 thru January 1, 2024 - The Color Purple at various times at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in Fort Greene. North Brooklyn.

 

CLICK this link to view this and other current & upcoming Brooklyn holiday markets & shops BK NYC.

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North Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do

North of Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn NYC

 

Danish Seamen's Church - Brooklyn Heights Holiday Events NYC

Brooklyn Things to do, Holiday Markets & Events in NYC

Saturday & Sunday, November 18 & 19, 2023 from 10 am - 4 pm

Description. There's a holiday market / holiday fair at the Danish Seamen's Church. The market contains a number of Danish / Scandinavian holiday gifts for sale. They will also be serving apple pancakes and glogg which is a Danish holiday wine. Admittance Free.

Location. At Danish Seamen's Church at 102 Willow Street in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood of NYC. Holiday events, holiday markets and things to do in Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.dskny.org

Brooklyn Commons - Downtown Brooklyn Holiday Events NYC

Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 5 to 8 pm

Description. There's ice carving and exhibition to start things off, followed by the tree lighting at 6.30 pm and ending with trees and hot cocoa. Free.

Location. At the Metro Tech Center at Flatbush Avenue and Myrtle Avenue in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood of NYC. Holiday events and things to do in Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com

Brooklyn Academy of Music in Fort Greene - Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do NYC

December 2023 at various times

Description. They offer a wide range of theatrical, musical, dance and film programs, many of which are offered with holiday related themes in mind.

December 25, 2023 thru January 1, 2024 - The Color Purple - Showtimes at 3.50 pm, 6.40 pm and 9.30 pm

Description. I believe this is their Kwanzaa programming. Tickets are $16 / $11.

Location. BAM aka Brooklyn Academy of Music is located at 30 Lafayette Avenue in the Howard Gilman Opera House in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.bam.org

Brooklyn Navy Yard Holiday Market & Shopping

Saturday and Sunday, December 2 & 3, 2023 from 12 noon - 5 pm - Wallabout Wonderland Holiday Market - see holiday markets page

See Brooklyn holiday markets & shopping NYC for holiday markets in Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Fort Greene, Bushwick and Brooklyn Heights.

Fort Greene Park Holiday Tree Lighting - Brooklyn Holiday Events NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn

Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5 to 6 pm

Description. Annual Tree Lighting including live music, hot cocoa, cookies and a visit from Santa from the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership BID. Free.

Location. Fort Greene Park at northwest entrance near Myrtle Avenue entrance at St. Edwards Street in the Fort Greene neighborhood of BK.

Contact. https://www.fortgreenepark.org | https://myrtleavenue.org/

Brooklyn Borough Hall Tree, Menorah, Kwanzaa Holiday Event - BK NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do - Christmas Tree Lightings, Menorah Lightings, Kwanzaa Candle Lightings in the Downtown Neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 5 to 7 pm [UNCONFIRMED]

Description. A holiday lighting event with the Brooklyn Borough President turning on the lights at Brooklyn Borough Hall.

Location. At Brooklyn Borough Hall at 209 Joralemon Street in the Downtown neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.brooklynbp.nyc.gov

* Use link at the top of this page to view the holiday markets page for holiday markets at this location.

Dumbo Improvement District Annual Holiday Tree & Menorah Lighting Brooklyn NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do - Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Events in the Greenpoint Neighborhood of Brooklyn

Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 4 - 7 pm, with the tree lighting at 5.30 pm sharp

Description. Tree lighting, Menorah lighting, visit by Santa Claus, music and dance performances, hot cocoa, sweet treats and toy, coat and food drives. Free.

Location. Near the Dumbo Triangle at Pearl Street, Anchorage Place and Water Street under the Dumbo Archway in Downtown Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://dumbo.nyc / FB - https://www.facebook.com/DUMBOBID /

The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir - Downtown Brooklyn Holiday Events NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Events in the Downtown Neighborhood of Brooklyn

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, December 15, 16 & 17, 2023 at 7.30 pm Friday, 2 pm Saturday, and 12 noon & 3 pm on Sunday - Christmas Joy Concert

Description. Choral performances of Christmas songs. Free.

Location. They are located at 17 Smith Street between Livingston & Fulton in Downtown Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.brooklyntabernacle.org | Tel - 718.290.2000.

Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra at St Ann & the Holy Trinity Church

Brooklyn Holiday Concerts - Events in the Downtown Brooklyn NYC

1. Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 11 am to 12 noon - Holiday Kids Concert: Winter Wonderland & Ballet Magic by the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra

2. Saturday, December 16, 2023 from - A Very Merry Brooklyn - Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra Christmas Concert

Description. 1. They describe the event as follows, "... This concert brings together the enchanting sounds that weave a delightful tapestry of classical and jazz favorites including tunes from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker ...". There's a waiting list, but you can contact the organizer.

2. About an hour and a half concert of classical music by the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra. Tickets $40 / $60 with kids ages 6 - 12 free, and not appropriate for kids under age 6.

Location. They are located at 157 Montague Street in Downtown Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.stannholytrinity.org | Tel - 718.875.6960 | https://brooklynchamberorchestra.org/concerts/

Brooklyn St. Nicholas Day at Ridgewood Historical & Onderdonk House

Colonial Dutch Holiday Celebration in Ridgewood - Holiday Things To Do BK NYC

Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 12 noon - 4 pm. Photos with St Nicholas $5 and kids under 12 free.

Description. St. Nicholas Day is a Dutch legend, which The Vande Ende Onderdonk House which is an historic Dutch colonial house celebrates. St. Nicholas Day is celebrated at the historic house with an exhibit, holiday singing, sweets, treats, ornaments and crafts. Suggested Donation is $5 / with young kids free.

Location. At the Vande Ende Onderdonk House at 1820 Flushing Avenue in Ridgewood.

Contact. https://onderdonkhouse.org /

Friday - Sunday, December 1 - 10, 2023 - Universoul Circus in Greenpoint NYC

Holiday Events in Greenpoint Brooklyn NYC

December 1 - 10, 2023 - weekdays at 7 pm, Saturday at 11.30 am, 3.30 pm and 7.30 pm, Sunday at 11 am, 2.30 pm & 6.30 pm - Universoul Circus.

Description. A real live traveling circus. Holiday events and things to do in Brooklyn.

Location. At McCarren Park at 50 Bedford Avenue in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. For details and tickets [family rates available] see -

Contact. https://www.universoulcircus.com/.

 

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Central Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do

North of Prospect Avenue / Expwy & Church Avenue, South of Atlantic Avenue & West of Utica Avenue

 

Holiday Events in the Prospect Heights Neighborhood of Brooklyn

Wednesday November 17, 2023 through January 1, 2024 from 4.30 to 8.15 pm

Description. The Brooklyn Botanical Garden displays its Lightscape Show. Enter at 990 Washington Avenue and exit at 150 Eastern Parkway. Allow an hour to an hour and a half to complete the trail. Tickets range from $34 / $17 off peak to $39 / $19 for Adults / Kids ages 3 - 12. Age two and under are free.

Location. The Brooklyn Botanical Garden at 990 Washington Avenue in the Prospect Heights [near Crown Heights] neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.bbg.org | 718.623.7200

* There are holiday markets at the museum for several weekend in Dec 2023 - for details use the link at the top of this page to view the Brooklyn Holiday Markets Page

 

Brooklyn Museum Holiday Concert by the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra

Holiday Events / Holiday Concerts in the Prospect Heights Neighborhood BK NYC

Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 2 to 3.30 pm

Description. A holiday concert by the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra featuring Rossini's La Gazza Ladra, Overture, Reinecke's Flute Concerto in D Major, Op. 283 with Krzysztof Kaczka, soloist; and selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. Brooklyn Holiday Events / Holiday Things to do in Brooklyn NYC. Tickets $23 / $18.

Location. At the Brooklyn Museum Plaza at 200 Eastern Parkway in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. Holiday events / things to do near Gowanus, Bedford Stuyvesant, Fort Greene, Prospect Heights, Fort Greene, and Williamsburg neighborhoods in Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.brooklynsymphonyorchestra.org | https://www.brooklynmuseum.org

Atlantic Avenue Tree Lighting and Party - Brooklyn Holiday Events BK NYC

Holiday Things To Do in Brooklyn near Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Park Slope & Gowanus

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 from 6 - 6.30 pm

Saturdays, December 2, 9 & 16, 2023 - additional events

Description. One of the bigger Brooklyn holiday lighting events includes performances beginning at 6 pm. The tree lighting begins, followed by the party with free refreshments which runs to 7 - 8 pm. Organized by the Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation [AALDC] which runs along Atlantic Avenue from 4th to Hicks and the Atlantic BID.

Location. At St Cyril of Turov Belarusian Church at 401 Atlantic Avenue at Bond Street in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Contact. Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation - www.atlanticave.org and the Atlantic Avenue BID - www.atlanticavebid.org

Old Stone House - Small Business Saturday Tree Lighting Celebration in Park Slope BK

Park Slope 5th Avenue BID Holiday Tree Lighting Brooklyn

Saturday, November 25, 2023 from 4.30 - 5.30 pm

Description. The Old Stone House Holiday Tree Lighting begins with holiday merriment that includes hot chocolate, baked goods, music and letters to Santa - and ends with the lighting of the Christmas tree. Free.

Location. In the plaza at the corner of 4th Street and 5th Avenue near the Old Stone House in JJ Byrne Park at 336 Third Street in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Contact. https://theoldstonehouse.org/ / FB - https://www.facebook.com/parkslopefifthavenue/

Christmas Tree Lighting at Grand Army Plaza in Prospect Park Brooklyn NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do - Christmas Tree Lightings Prospect Park BK

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 4 - 6 pm, with tree lighting beginning at 5 pm

Description. The annual holiday Christmas Tree Lighting at Soldiers & Sailors Monument at Grand Army Plaza at the northern tip of Prospect Park. Free. In the past musical / choral performances accompanied the event.

Location. At the Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch at Grand Army Plaza where Flatbush Avenue, Prospect Park West and Eastern Parkway meet in Prospect Heights / Park Slope neighborhoods of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.prospectpark.org | https://dioceseofbrooklyn.org

Menorah Lighting at Grand Army Plaza in Prospect Park Brooklyn NYC

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do - Menorah Lightings / Hanukkah Celebrations BK

Begins Thursday, December 7, 2023 - ends Thursday, December 14, 2023 - begins 5 pm the first day, then the second day from 3.30 to 4.30 pm, the third day from 7.15 to 8.15 pm, the fourth day from 5 to 6 pm, and the last four days from 6 to 7 pm, - check website below

Description. The Menorah Lighting at Grand Army Plaza Brooklyn [not to be confused with the same name / similar event in Manhattan]. Every night the event includes a concert, hot latkes and gifts for children. Free.

Location. At Grand Army Plaza where Flatbush Avenue, Prospect Park West, Union Street and the Eastern Parkway converge in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.prospectpark.org | 718.965.8951 | www.chabadparkslope.com | Tel 718.965.9836

Brooklyn Holiday Market & Brooklyn Holiday Concert - Caribbean Style BK NYC

Braata Productions is hosting a Holiday Market & Concert at Alliance Tabernacle [formerly Clarendon Road Church]

Sunday, December 17, 2023 - The market opens at 4.30 pm and the concert begins at 6 pm.

Description. There's a Caribbean holiday market followed by a concert. It's billed as the holidays, Jamaican style. Tickets are $30 at the Door / $25 in Advance.

Location. At 3304 Clarendon Road in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.braataproductions.org/

Brooklyn Conservatory of Music - Holiday Concerts in Park Slope Brooklyn

Saturday December 9, 2023 beginning at 3 pm - Jingle Fest

Description. The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music describes the event as follows, " ... holiday musical merriment and festive treats… plus a visit from Santa ... A joyful holiday family concert and interactive singalong ... belt out kid-friendly classics and enjoy beautiful sacred carols. We’ll close out the concert with a visit from Santa, and continue the fun with cookies and hot chocolate...". Admission $15, but you can swap cookies for a free ticket by following website instructions.

Location. At All Saints Episcopal Church at 286-88 7th Avenue in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

 

Saturday December 10, 2023 from 7 to 10 pm - Hanukkah Celebration

Description. The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music hosts a Hanukkah celebration which they describe as follows, " ... the Klezmer Big Band of Light kicks off the party. Featuring klezmer luminaries Sarah Gordon, Aani Kisslinger, Sam Day Harmet, Eleonore Weill, Eleonore Oppenheimer, Aaron Alexander and Ira Khonen Temple, this Hanukkah Klezmer Big Band of Light brings flashy and lustrous melodies for dancing and singing along to. This band is as intimate and homey as it is wildly fun and energized. Including a special guest appearance by the Brooklyn Conservatory Klezmer Community Band ... At 9pm, Y&I, with Yula Beeri and Isaac Gardner will take the stage embedding their music with the soulful voices of the Vocal trio INDIGA! About INDIGA: Love has no boundaries, love is a universal language. This is how Indiga was born; a vocal project using melodies and harmonies to explore the subject of love and its different expressions through the lyrical sense of Song of Songs ...". Tickets are $20 / $10.

Location. At the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music at 58 7th Avenue in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

 

Saturday December 16, 2023 beginning at 2 pm - Holiday Caroling

Description. The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music embarks on its annual Christmas caroling in Brooklyn. After a half hour group warm up, spread out in small groups into the borough until about 3.30 pm. Free.

Location. At the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music at 58 7th Avenue in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://bkcm.org / 718.622.3300

Possibly Discontinued ... Nothing Showing for 2023

Thomas Greene Park Holiday Tree Lighting in Gowanus Neighborhood of BK

Brooklyn Holiday Tree Lightings in Gowanus Neighborhood

OLD _ NOTE DATE / YEAR _ Friday, December 6, 2019 from 4 - 6 pm

Description. This annual Holiday Tree Lighting features a special appearance by Santa Claus. Free.

Location. At Nevins Park at 3rd Avenue and Douglass Street in the Gowanus neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Contact. https://www.friendsofthomasgreenepark.org/

 

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South & West Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do

South of Prospect Avenue / Expwy & West of Ocean Parkway, not including Coney Island / Brighton Beach

 

Brooklyn Holiday Lights in Dyker Heights

Dyker Street Christmas Decorations in the Dyker Heights Neighborhood of Brooklyn

Daily, November 24, 2023 - January 1, 2024 from 5 pm - 9 pm - from Thanksgiving through New Years from dusk to 9 pm. Some folks might possibly start taking down the lights on Sunday, December 31st, so best not to wait until then.

Description. This neighborhood puts on what has now become a legendary holiday light show that you can view from the street. The Dyker Heights holiday lights event is in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Location. Along 11th, 12th and 13th Avenues between 83rd and 86th Streets. There are approximately 100 houses that participate in this community holiday lights decoration event.

Contact. Not sure exactly who manages this - here are a number of supporters, but unclear of their respective roles and not sure if any are in an official capacity. https://www.niabklyn.org/ https://www.facebook.com/dykerlights

Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Holiday Tree Lighting Event

Posadas Mexicanas NYC Holiday Events in Sunset Park Brooklyn

Friday, December 1, 2023 from 3 to 6 pm

Description. Annual Christmas tree lighting event in Sunset Park Brooklyn.

Location. The tree lighting event is at 60th Street and 5th Avenue in Sunset Park. The school at 558 59th Street, and the church is at 526 59th Street in Sunset Park Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. Church - https://www.olphbkny.org / Church Tel - 718.492.9200.

 

THIS 2022 EVENT DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE RETURNING.

Description. The annual memorial Jose Alejandro Guzman concert is being given at the OLPH [Our Lady of Perpetual Help] school auditorium at 5902 6th Avenue on Sunday, November 21, 2022 at 3 pm.

HISTORICALLY - They describe the event as follows, "Posadas, a holiday celebration promoting the popular traditions of the Mexican community of New York, featuring, traditional music and workshops. The event culminates in a party with the breaking of candy-filled piñatas. ... POSADAS are popular Mexican celebrations dating back to the colonial period. Posada -- literally meaning 'lodging'-- commemorates the journey of Mary and Joseph from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Traditionally, these festivities take place in private homes over nine nights, culminating with the most important Posada on Christmas Eve." Free. Done in collaboration with the CUNY Mexican Studies Institute.

Admission. Tickets are $25 / $20 / $5

Location. At Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy at 5902 6th Avenue between 59th and 60th Streets in Sunset Park Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. Event - http://www.reginaopera.org/olph.htm / 718.259.2772

Brooklyn Holidays - Fort Hamilton Holiday Market & Tree Lighting BK

Brooklyn Holiday Markets, Shopping & Events in Dyker Heights near Bayridge in Brooklyn

0. FYI _ On Thursday, November 23, 2023 on Thanksgiving Day there is a brunch from 12 noon to 3 pm at the Community Club which is open to the public. Tickets are $70 / $50 for non-military guests.

1. NOW 12/8/23 RESCHEDULED FROM Friday, December 1, 2023 from 4 to 8 pm / the tree lighting is usually at 5.30 pm

Description. Free admission to a holiday market and tree lighting event on the Fort Hamilton Base in Dyker Heights in Brooklyn. BUT YOU MUST RSVP - see special requirements with explanation below.

2. Friday, December 22, 2023 from 5 to 8 pm - Bowl with Santa.

2. Description. Rsvp at the Bowling Center or by phone - 718.630.4440. $30 for bowlers age 14 and up. $20 for age 13 and below.

Special Requirements. Registration required for non DoD ID card holders. You must provide a valid picture ID card to enter the Fort Hamilton Garrison. A printed ticket confirmation is not necessary to enter, but is recommended. CoVid protocols remain in effect. Brooklyn holiday shopping markets and holiday events in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

The photo at right shows the holiday festivities in a prior year at Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn.

Location. Located at Sterling Drive, Building 404 in the Fort Hamilton neighborhood of Brooklyn. Entrance is located at 101st Street & Fort Hamilton Pkwy. Fort Hamilton holiday events in Brooklyn. Parking only available for Fort Hamilton tenants.

Contact. https://hamilton.armymwr.com / Tel 718.630.4482

Narrows Community Theater - Holiday Events & Things To Do in Brooklyn

Holiday Events at the Fort Hamilton Army Base in Brooklyn NYC

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, December 1, 2 & 3 and 8, 9 & 10, 2023 beginning at 8 pm, except Sundays when it begins at 2 pm - NCT Nutcracker

Description. The Narrows Community Theater puts on a performance of the Nutcracker in Fort Hamilton. Tickets are $30 / $25 / $20.

Location. At 403 John Warren Avenue at 101st Street and Fort Hamilton Parkway in Fort Hamilton Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.narrowscommunitytheater.com/

Greenwood Park Holiday Events & Things To Do in Brooklyn

Holiday Things To Do in Sunset Park Neighborhood of BK

Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 4 - 6 pm - it ends when the Lights go on at 6 pm

Description. The 2nd Annual Greenwood Park Christmas Tree Lighting in Sunset Park BK. The festivities begin at 4 pm and the lighting is at 6 pm. There's wreath making, photos w/ Santa, food & drink and a choir performance.

Location. At Greenwood Park at 555 7th Avenue in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC. Greenwood Park is a bar, restaurant and event space.

Contact. https://www.greenwoodparkbk.com / FB - https://www.facebook.com/greenwoodparkbk / Tel 718.499.7999

Fort Hamilton High School - Nutcracker Ballet

Bayridge Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do Shore Road Park

1. Wednesday & Thursday, December 13 & 14, 2023 beginning at 7 pm - Winter Concert & Art Show

2. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, December 18, 19 & 20, 2023 beginning at 7 pm except Wednesday when it begins at 5 pm

Description. 1. A holiday celebration of music and art. Tickets $10. 2. Classic performance of the Nutcracker ballet by the Joffrey Ballet Academy. Tickets $10. Holiday events and things to do in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Location. Fort Hamilton High School at 8301 Shore Road in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn NYC.

Contact. https://www.fthhs.org | Tel - 718.748.1537

Bay Ridge Ballet Performs the Nutcracker at Our Lady of Angels Parish

Holiday Events & Performances in Bay Ridge Brooklyn NYC

Saturday & Sunday, December 9 & 10, 2023 from 9 am to 3 pm - Nutcracker Ballet Bake Sale

Description. Nutcracker Bake Sale at Bay Ridge Ballet at 110 Bay Ridge Avenue. Free admission.

 

Sunday, December 17, 2023 beginning at 11 am and 4.30 pm - Bay Ridge Ballet Performs the Nutcracker Ballet

Description. Nutcracker ballet performance. Admission $25. Kids under two who can sit quietly on laps, are free.

Location. At Our Lady of Angels Parish at 337 74th Street in Bay Ridge Brooklyn.

Contact. https://www.bayridgeballet.com / FB - https://www.facebook.com/bayridgeballet

Tel - 347.968.6905 / info@bayridgeballet.com

Green - Wood Cemetery Trolley Tour - Holiday Events & Things to do in Sunset Park

Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 1 to 3 pm - Green - Wood Cemetery Trolley Tour in Brooklyn NYC

Description. Discover the historical wonders buried in Green - Wood cemetery on a two hour trolley tour. The tour combines art, history and nature - including the American Revolutionary Battle fought by George Washington and his men. Admission $30.

Location. Check in at the historic chapel at 500 25th Street at 5th Avenue in the Greenwood Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Contact. Must rsvp via phone at 718.210.3080, ext. 1 or via email events@green-wood.com | https://www.green-wood.com

 

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South & East Brooklyn Holiday Events & Things To Do

East of Utica Avenue while South of Atlantic Avenue, but including Cypress Hills / East of Ocean Parkway while South of Church Avenue, but including Coney Island & Brighton Beach / East New York & Spring Creek are the Eastern Border

 

Lott House Tree Lighting - Brooklyn Holiday Events in Marine Park

Holiday Things To Do in Marine Park Neighborhood of Brooklyn

Monday, November 27, 2023 - One Day Sale at the Lott Gift Shop - https://lotthouseshop.myshopify.com

Friday, December 8, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm - Tree Lighting with Sinterklaas

Description. They describe the event as follows, " ... cookies and warm hot cocoa as you welcome Sinterklaas to Marine Park. Don't miss the chance to meet and greet some of the horses from the NYC Mount Auxiliary Unity, who will join us for this special occasion ... This event is sponsored in part by Millennium Development. Thank you to Marine Park Civic Association ... and to Carlo Gambino for donating the holiday tree ...".

Location. At the Historic Hendrick's House at 1940 East 36th Street in the Marine Park neighborhood of Brooklyn. Organized by the Friends of the Lott House at the NYC Parks historic site. More to come at a later date.

Contact. https://www.lotthouse.org / Gift Shop Sale - https://lotthouseshop.myshopify.com

Our Lady of Grace Church Parish Holiday Sale & Christmas Show

1. Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, November 29 - December 1, 2023 from 10 am - 4 pm [times UNCONFIRMED] - Holiday Gift Shop

Saturday December 9, 2023 following the 4 pm Mass - Parish Tree Lighting

Thursday, December 21, 2023 - Christmas Show

Description. 1. There's a holiday gift shop at Our Lady of Grace Church. Few details provided. HISTORICALLY. In the past there was a wide array of gift and holiday items on display for sale including jewelry, wood carvings, ornaments, giftware and crotched articles. Boy Scout Troop 376 will provide food service, and there's free parking behind the church. 2. A parish tree lighting following the 4 pm mass at 430 Avenue W in Gravesend. 3. A Christmas show by the school - tickets go on sale Monday, December 4th.

Location. At 430 Avenue W and East 4th Street. The gift shop is typically held in the Joe Veltri Hall in the basement. HISTORICALLY - The parish holiday sale was held in the Father Cutrone Gym at 385 Avenue W in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn. But this year they're not describing it as a parish sale, so much as a gift shop, so it could be somewhere else on the campus.

Contact. www.olgbk.org / www.ourladyofgrace-brooklyn.org

Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum Holiday Events in Brooklyn

Brooklyn Holiday Things To Do - Sinterklaas / St Nicks Celebration in the East Flatbush Neighborhood of Brooklyn

Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 2 - 4 pm - Meet St. Nicholas on Horseback

Description. This is an outdoor St Nicholas event with St Nick arriving on a live horse around 2.30 pm, sing along and some holiday treats. Free.

In the past the event was structured as follows: The event begins with crafts, moves onto teaching kids the Sinterklaas song, then there's story time with St. Nicholas about The Baker's Dozen, and then photos with St. Nick and tree decorating and lighting. They describe the event as follows, "Sip hot cider, try your hand at colonial games, create a holiday pomander, decorate a Dutch clog for Sinterklaas, and dress the tree for the tree lighting that will close the day as the sun goes down." St. Nick is expected to come in on a horse around 2.30 - 2.45 pm. Free.

Location. At 5816 Clarendon Road in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Contact. www.wyckoffmuseum.org / Tel - 718.629.5400

Kings Theatre Holiday Theater in Flatbush Ditmas BK NYC

Brooklyn Ballet Nutcracker Performance at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn

Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2 pm & 7 pm - Brooklyn Ballet Nutcracker

Description. Brooklyn Ballet performances of the Nutcracker in the historic Kings Theatre. Tickets $39 - $141.

Location. At 1027 Flatbush Avenue in Flatbush Ditmas neighborhood of Brooklyn.

Contact. https://www.kingstheatre.com | Tel - 888.237.3581

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