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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
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Ricitos and the Three Bears
at Carmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Teatro SEA for this bilingual musical adaptation of the Goldilocks story.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Festival of Lights: Santa in the Park
at Carmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Make holiday crafts and take a family photo with that famous jolly old man in red.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, December 6, 2026
Festival of Lights: Chanukah
at Carmine Carro Community Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Join Rabbi Heidi Hoover to hear the story of a miracle and its eight-day celebration. Enjoy crafts, holiday festivities, and sing-alongs.
Free!
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Thursday, December 17, 2026
Winter Solstice Wishes
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the longest night of the year, the Winter Solstice, with lantern-crafting, solstice scrapbooking, and warm wishes for the season.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Winter Solstice Ball
at Wave Hill, Bronx
4:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the longest night of the year with an enchanting evening of music, dancing, creativity, and joy!
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