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New York City is filled with celebrations of all types. From Coney Island's Mermaid Parade to the Dance Parade, and beyond, parades and festivals large and small bring joy to people of all ages and interests.
Festivals Events
Thursday, November 29, 2018
Central Park Conservancy 21st Annual Holiday Lighting
at Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan 
5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the season at our Holiday Lighting in Central Park. Meet Santa and friends, sing carols on the Plaza, and warm up with hot cocoa and cookies.
Free!
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Saturday, December 1, 2018
6th Annual Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting Celebration
at Astoria Park Lawn (in Astoria Park), Queens
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Join Central Astoria LDC on the Great Lawn at Astoria Park for music, train rides, refreshments, the holiday tree lighting, and much more!
Free!
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Saturday, December 8, 2018
Summer on the Hudson: Holiday on the Hudson
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Join us for our holiday tree lighting party and celebrate the season with live music, dancing, tree decoration making, and hot chocolate (while supplies last).
Free!
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Monday, December 10, 2018
First Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
at La Isla Garden, Bronx
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Come to La Isla Garden in the Bronx for the First Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! There will be holiday music, hot chocolate, and more!
Free!
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