Holiday events in Brooklyn
35 upcoming. Holidays in Brooklyn: tree lightings, markets, light shows and neighborhood events across the borough.
SundayOctober 18
11am to 6pmFree
Smorgasburg Prospect ParkThe Sunday food market at Breeze Hill in Prospect Park turns into a Diwali edition, with South Asian chefs, Diwali-inspired vendor specials, and cultural performances. Free entry; food for sale.
SundayNovember 1
4 to 6pmFree
Carmine Carro Community CenterMarine Park Alliance's annual Diwali gathering at the Carro Center, where Pandit Ravi Doobay describes traditions honoring the holy month of Kartika on the Hindu calendar. Free.
SaturdayNovember 21
11am to 5pm, through Nov 22$8
Industry CityA ticketed holiday makers market at Industry City with 90 or more independent artists and small brands, DIY stations, and photo walls. Tickets start at $8; kids under 12 are free.
All day, through Jan 4$29
BrooklynBrooklyn Botanic Garden's after-dark illuminated trail returns for the holiday season with a new design. Visitors walk a winding path through light sculptures, glowing trees, and water features, with music along the route and seasonal food and drinks available. Timed entry; popular nights sell out. Runs on select evenings, so check the ticket calendar for exact nightly dates.
TuesdayNovember 24
6 to 7pmFree
Albee SquareDowntown Brooklyn's annual holiday lighting ceremony in Albee Square, with live music, performers, hot chocolate, an ugly sweater contest, and a countdown to the lights going on.
FridayNovember 27
7:30pm, through Nov 29
John Dewey High SchoolBrighton Beach's nonprofit Russian ballet school stages its annual Nutcracker, choreographed by artistic director Edouard Kouchnarev with young performers across all training levels. The 2026 season lists public performances November 27 through 29 plus a family performance on Sunday, December 20 at John Dewey High School; times for the family show were still to be announced. Two shows on select dates; see event page for all showtimes.
5 to 10pm, through Dec 30Free
BrooklynBrooklyn's most famous Christmas light display: homeowners across Dyker Heights, concentrated along 11th to 13th Avenues between 83rd and 86th Streets, light up elaborate decorations nightly from the day after Thanksgiving through December 30. Displays switch on around 5 pm and stay lit until at least 10 pm. Free, self-guided, and walkable; dress warmly and visit early in December for smaller crowds.
SaturdayNovember 28
4:30 to 5:30pmFree
BrooklynThe Park Slope Fifth Avenue BID lights its annual Christmas tree on Small Business Saturday. The free celebration at the 4th Street Plaza includes live music, photos with Santa, letters to Santa, Mexican hot chocolate, churros, bubbles, and kids' activities.
MondayNovember 30
All day, through Dec 3
Brooklyn SteelLCD Soundsystem's long-running NYC holiday residency returns, with the Brooklyn Steel leg running November 30 through December 3. The November 30 show marks the band's 100th residency performance, with proceeds going to charity. Produced by The Bowery Presents; tickets went on sale October 9.
11am to 6pm, through Dec 20Free
Empire StoresFAD Market takes over Empire Stores in DUMBO daily through the season, with 35 or more makers on weekends and a rotating mini market of about 12 makers on weekdays. Free entry.
ThursdayDecember 3
4 to 7pmFree
DUMBO ArchwayDUMBO lights its tree and menorah under the Manhattan Bridge archway with carols, student performances, Santa photos, hot cocoa, and toy and food drives. The tree is lit at 5:30pm sharp.
FridayDecember 4
5 to 6pmFree
Fort Greene ParkThe 12th annual tree lighting at the Myrtle Avenue entrance to Fort Greene Park, with caroling and community cheer as the park tree is illuminated for the season. Free.
All day, through Dec 11Free
Grand Army PlazaChabad of Park Slope lights Brooklyn's 32-foot menorah at Grand Army Plaza every night of Hanukkah, a tradition running since 1985. Each evening brings live music, hot latkes, and gifts for children. The first night opens with a kickoff concert; nightly lighting times vary (usually 6pm weeknights, earlier on Fridays), so check the Chabad schedule before going.
SaturdayDecember 5
11am to 4pmFree
Industry CityMAUM Market's holiday pop-up brings Asian-owned small businesses together indoors at Industry City, Building 5-2-A. Browse one-of-a-kind ceramics, stationery, jewelry, home goods and art from emerging and beloved makers, with food and drink pop-ups and music throughout the day. Free entry and pet friendly; RSVP requested so they can plan staffing.
11am to 6pm, through Dec 6Free
St. PaulFAD Market brings 70 or more makers, designers, and artisanal food brands to the restored historic hall at St. Paul on Court Street for three December weekends. Free entry; pets welcome.
2pmFree
Bargemusic at Brooklyn Bridge Park BoathouseBargemusic opens its December holiday series at the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse with Mark Peskanov on violin and Rita Sloan on piano playing Bach sonatas. Free admission.
8pm
Kings TheatreThe holiday film Love Actually plays on the big screen at Kings Theatre while a live orchestra performs Craig Armstrong's score and the film's Christmas favorites live.
SundayDecember 6
1 to 7pmFree
Greenpoint LoftNorth Brooklyn's beloved free holiday market returns to the fifth-floor loft at 67 West Street. Local ceramicists, jewelers, illustrators, vintage curators, bakers and food makers fill the room, with holiday workshops, live music and mini activities through the day. Greenpointers has run the market since 2012.
ThursdayDecember 10
3 to 5:30pmFree
Peter Jay Sharp Building, The Adam SpaceBAM's free after-school program for teens hosts a holiday-themed afternoon for ages 13 to 18. High schoolers can grab a slice of pizza and join art activities curated by teens, for teens. First-timers must complete an online RSVP form in advance.
7pm, through Dec 13
BAM Howard Gilman Opera HouseOmnium Circus brings its fully accessible holiday spectacular to BAM's Howard Gilman Opera House. The multi-abled cast includes a Deaf ringmaster performing in ASL, a world-champion para climber, gymnasts, and veteran clowns, blending circus artistry, live music, and storytelling. Every performance offers live audio description, captions, tactile experiences, and relaxed seating. Two shows on select dates; see event page for all showtimes.
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