Celebrate the season at the Annual Holiday Lighting in Central Park. Meet Santa and friends, sing carols on the Plaza, and warm up with hot cocoa and cookies. The evening concludes with lighting a flotilla of trees on the Harlem Meer.

Event is rain, snow, or shine.

Check out our seasonal recipes and activities below before caroling into the night at this festive evening.

*Masks are required for all visitors entering the Dana Center to see Santa. If needed, masks will be available at the event. Thank you for helping us keep our community safe.

 

Registration is not required, but let them know you are coming.

For more information, please call 212.310.6675.

When – 12/21 – 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Location – Charles A. Dana Discovery Center

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