Bronx Holiday Markets, Shopping & Bronx Holiday Events Bx NYC

Bronx Holiday Shopping, Bronx Christmas Markets, Bronx Hanukkah Shopping, Bronx Kwanzaa Markets & Bronx Holiday Markets & Events

December 20, 2024 / Bronx Neighborhoods / Bronx Holiday Events / Bronx Events & Things To Do / Bronx Shops & Shopping / Bronx Buzz NYC.

NOTE- NEW - UPDATE CHANGE LOG. 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.

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

Bronx 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 of the year after a long season / year of work.

There were also winter solstice celebrations to commemorate the end of the darkening of the skies. Many cultures celebrate with a festival of lights, and in Christian cultures the holidays are marked with holiday lighting, tree lightings, candle lightings - as well as the celebration of giving through the most well known and most generous man in the world - Santa Claus.

The photo at right shows the Christmas tree at the three corners plaza at Third Avenue, 149th Street and Willis / Melrose Avenue in the Mott Haven and Melrose neighborhoods.

Meanwhile, back in the Bronx we celebrate in a number of ways, which carry on some of these ancient traditions. The following provides the dates / times / locales and some details regarding many of the various Bronx holiday markets for folks to enjoy shopping between now and the end of the year.

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Bronx Holiday Markets, Shopping & Bronx Holiday Events Bx NYC

Bronx Holiday Shopping, Bronx Christmas Markets, Bronx Hanukkah Shopping, Bronx Kwanzaa Markets & Bronx Holiday Markets & Events

December 20, 2024 / Bronx Neighborhoods / Bronx Holiday Events / Bronx Events & Things To Do / Bronx Shops & Shopping / Bronx Buzz NYC. Continued.

The following includes a number of Bronx Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa holiday markets and shopping in many neighborhoods in the Bronx.

THESE HOLIDAY MARKETS ARE ORGANIZED

1. BY NEIGHBORHOODS OF THE BRONX

2. And 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.

We Update Weekly

PAY ATTENTION TO THE DATES / YEARS.

WE'LL BE UPDATING WEEKLY THRU THE END OF THE YEAR

UPDATED WEEKLY THRU THE HOLIDAYS

Only Asterisked markets have been updated to 2024

Pay attention to the dates / year.

UPDATE CHANGE LOG

WEEKLY UPDATES OR NEW ADDITIONS 2024

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

November Holiday Markets & Events in the Bronx 2024

• * Friday, November 22, 2024 beginning at 5 pm - 7th Annual Tree Lighting at Bay Plaza Mall - in the Baychester neighborhood. They describe the event as follows, " ...  event with our enchanted holiday princess, multi-talented elves, a stilt walking toy soldier, The XFactor Drumline, and a parade with Santa! Enjoy music, dancing and giveaways for children with DJ Omar ...". Baychester free holiday events in the East Bronx. For details see - https://mallatbayplaza.com/event/7th-Annual-Tree-Light-Event/2145586107/

• * UNCONFIRMED _ City Island _ Saturday, November 23, 2024 beginning at 7.15 pm - City Island holiday tree lighting - at Hawkins Park at 281 City Island Avenue [Main Street] on City Island. Holiday events, things to do and tree lightings in the East Bronx NYC. For details & updates see - https://cityislandchamber.org

December Holiday Markets & Events in the Bronx 2024

• * DISCONTINUED 2024 (possibly because of the drought) _ Fridays & Saturdays & Xmas Week, December 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 26 - 30, 2023 and Saturdays, January 6 & 13, 2024 from 5 - 10 pm - Essentially Weekends [closed holidays] - Glow at NY Botanical Garden. Central Bronx.

• * Concourse _ Thursday, December 5, 2024 from 5 to 9 pm - Bronx Borough Presidents Office Winter Wonderland Extravaganza - at 161 Street and Grand Concourse in the Concourse neighborhood of the South Bronx. For details see - FB - https://www.facebook.com/bronxbp or https://bronxboropres.nyc.gov

• * Belmont / Bronx Little Italy _ Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 4 pm - 6 pm - Arthur Avenue / Bronx Little Italy Christmas Tree Lighting - at 188th Street and Arthur Avenue in the Belmont neighborhood. Holiday things to do / events in the Central Bronx NYC. For details see - INST - https://www.instagram.com/bronxlittleitaly/p/DCenkXCuy9U/

• * Concourse _ Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 1 to 3.30 pm - Winter Wonderland - at the Bronx Terminal Market at 610 Exterior Street in the Concourse Neighborhood of the South Bronx. For details see - https://bronxterminalmarket.com/events/

• * Morris Park _ Sunday, December 8, 2024 from 3.30 to 5 pm - Christmas Tree Lighting Holiday Event - at the Loreto Playground in Morris Park in the East Bronx. Santa, hot cocoa and singing along with the tree lighting. For details see - https://www.instagram.com/morrisparkbid/

• * Riverdale _ Sunday, December 8, 2024 from 11 am to 4 pm - Winter Haven Opening Weekend Holiday Events & Holiday Market - at Wave Hill at 4900 Independence Avenue in Riverdale in the North & West Bronx. Wreath making, ice sculpture, artisans market and the Hudson Highland Pipe Band. For tickets and details see - https://www.wavehill.org/calendar/winter-haven-opened-weekend-2024

• * Riverdale _ Sunday, December 8, 2024 from 9 am to 2 pm - Riverdale Y Temple Holiday Gift Fair - at the Riverdale Temple at 4545 Independence Avenue. Holiday markets and fairs in the North & West Bronx. See details below or - https://riverdaley.org/sunday-market/

• * Coop City _ Sunday, December 8, 2024 - Braata Productions Holiday Market & Concert - at Harry S. Truman High School at 750 Baychester Avenue in Coop City in the East Bronx. Holiday things to do and fairs in the Bronx. For $30 $10 tickets and details see - https://www.braataproductions.org/upcomingevents

• * Norwood _ Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6 pm - Bronx Holiday Tree Lighting Event by CB7 Norwood Bx & Friends of Mosholu Parkland - at Mosholu Parkway and Bainsbridge Avenue in the Norwood neighborhood of North / Central Bronx.

• * Bedford Park _ December 12 & 13, 2024 at 10.30 am both days and at 2 pm Thursday only - Nutcracker Ballet - by the Westchester Ballet Company at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts at 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West in the Bedford Park neighborhood in the Bronx. Holiday things to do / events in the Bronx. For $15 / $10 ./ free tickets see - https://www.westchesterballet.org/school-performances

• * POST FACTO _ Concourse _ Friday, December 13, 2024 beginning at 3 pm - Winter Wonderland - in the Great Hall at Yankee Stadium at 161st Street and River Avenue in the Bronx. Bronx holiday events and holiday markets bx nyc. For details to attend see - https://www.mlb.com/yankees/community/social

• * Concourse _ Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 9 am to 3 pm - Bronx Works Food & Toy Giveaway - at the Carolyn McLaughlin Community Center at 1130 Grand Concourse in the Bronx. For details see - https://bronxworks.org

• * 12/7/24 & 12/8 & 12/15 & 12/17/24 _ Updates coming next week by 12/6/24 _ Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 7.30 to 8.30 pm - Bronx Arts Ensemble Performs the Holiday Classics. For details see - https://www.bronxartsensemble.org/upcoming-events/
  • Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 3 to 4 pm - Bronx Arts Ensemble Performs the Holiday Classics at Fordham. Central Bronx.
  • Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 7 to 8 pm - Bronx Arts Ensemble Performs the Holiday Classics at Woodlawn. North Bronx.

• * Van Cortlandt Park _ Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 11 am to 2 pm - Wreath Making Workshop at the Van Cortlandt Golf Lake House - at 115 Van Cortlandt Park in the North & West Bronx. For details and $25 / $15 tickets see - https://vancortlandt.org/event/diy-wreath-making-workshop-4/

• * Parkchester _ Saturday, December 14, 2024 beginning at 2.30 pm - Bronx Concert Singers 43rd Holiday Concert - at St. Helena's Church at 1315 Olmsted Avenue in the Parkchester neighborhood of the Bronx. Holiday concerts and things to do in the East Bronx NYC. For details and $15 / $20 tickets see - http://www.bronxconcertsingers.org/Whats%20NewTC.html

• * Bronx Zoo _ Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 10 am to 1 pm - Veterans & Family Toy Giveaway - at the Bronx Zoo at 2300 Southern Blvd in the Dancing Crane Pavilion. Organized by the Bronx Zoo and Borough Presidents Office in the Belmont neighborhood of the Central Bronx. This is for veterans and their families only. For details see - https://bobwoodrufffoundation.org/event/12-16-2024-deadline-12-12-bronx-zoo-veterans-and-family-toy-giveaway-2024/

• * Van Cortland Park near Fieldston _ Saturdays, December 14 & 21, 2024 from 4 to 7 pm - Self Guided Candlelit Tours - at the Van Cortlandt House Museum at 6036 Broadway in the north Bronx. North & West Bronx. For details see - http://www.vchm.org/events.html

• * Riverdale _ Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 5.30 to 8.30 pm - Winter Solstice Pub Night - at Wave Hill at 4900 Independence Avenue in Riverdale. The ticket includes "... music, bar snacks, whiskey tasting, materials and instruction for crown project, and access to the grounds after-hours. Cafe food, drinks and bottled spirits from MS Walker available for purchase ..." North & West Bronx. For $65 tickets and details see - https://www.wavehill.org/calendar/winter-solstice-pub-night

• * The Bartow Pell Mansion Holiday Events & Market - Holiday Luncheon 11/26, Jazzy Holiday First Friday 12/6, Holiday Party 12/7, Holiday Gift Fair 12/8, Selfies w/ Santa 12/14, BAE Holiday Concert w/ Robbie Pat 12/15, A Christmas Carol 12/11 & 12/17 and Holiday Cookies & Crafts 12/21. The details to all of these are posted in our Member Calendar as well as on their website - https://www.bartowpellmansionmuseum.org/events-2/

• * RECURRING _ Fordham _ Sundays, December 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2024 from 12 noon to 6 pm - Bronx Holiday Market - at One Fordham Plaza in the Bronx. Food and merchandise as well as Gingerbread making from 1 - 3 pm and Santa at 3 pm. Organized by Night Markets NYC.

• * RECURRING _ Bedford Park / Belmont _ Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 from 3 to 9 pm [closed holidays] - Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights - turn on at dusk at 4.30 pm, and you have between 3 and 4 pm to visit the animals in the buildings before they close at 4 pm. Holiday lights and events near the Belmont and Bedford Park neighborhoods in the Central Bronx. For details and $57 / $52 / $42 [kids] tickets, see - https://bronxzoo.com/holiday-lights

• * RECURRING _ Belmont / Bedford Park _ [first of two months] Saturday, November 16 - 30, 2024 from 10 am - 6 pm [closed holidays] - NYBG Holiday Train Show - at the New York Botanical Garden at 2900 Southern Blvd in the Belmont Neighborhood. Ends January 20, 2025. Bronx holiday events & things to do nyc. Central Bronx. For details see below or - https://www.nybg.org

• * 2024 I don't see Anything like this Returning _ OLD _ NOTE DATE / YEAR _ Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 1 - 4 pm - Family Day - Bronx Museum Winter Wonderland Family Day in the Concourse Neighborhood. South Bronx.

  

• * I don't see anything for 2024 _ Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 9 am to 5 pm - St. Benedicts School Flea Market / Holiday Market in Throgs Neck. East Bronx. For details see - https://stbenedictschoolbx.org

• * I don't yet see anything posted for 2024 _ Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5.30 - 7.30 pm - Christmas Tree Lighting in the Westchester Square neighborhood. East Bronx. To monitor for updates see FB - https://www.facebook.com/WSBID/ or WS - https://www.wsbid.org

• * Nothing Posted as of 11.30.24 _ Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5 to 7 pm - Holiday Event - Fordham BID 17th Annual Tree Lighting Event in the Fordham Neighborhood. Central Bronx. To monitor updates see https://fordhamroad.nyc/events or FB - https://www.facebook.com/FordhamRoadNYC

• * I don't see anything for 2024 as of 11.30.24 _ Friday & Saturday, December 8 & 9, 2023 - Holiday Market at Bronx Arts Factory at 240 East 153rd Street in the Melrose neighborhood. South Bronx. https://bxartsfactory.org or FB - https://www.facebook.com/BxArtsFactory1/

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WORK IN PROGRESS. 12.20.24. We'll be updating every week until the end of the year.

ONLY ASTERISKED MARKETS ARE UPDATED TO 2024

PAY ATTENTION TO DATES / YEARS

FYI - HANUKKAH IS 12/25 - 1/2/25 THIS YEAR

Friday, December 1, 2023 beginning at 7 pm - Shabbat Dinner - must rsvp at the Bronx Jewish Center in the Pelham Parkway neighborhood. East Bronx.

Weekdays Only - Thursday, December 7 & Monday - Thursday, December 11 - 14, 2023 beginning at 4.30 pm - Menorah Lighting at the Riverdale Y. North & West Bronx.

Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 4.30 to 6 pm - Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting - Bronx Borough Presidents Office in the Concourse neighborhood. South Bronx.

Sunday, December 10, 2023 beginning at 1.30 pm - Chanukah Live at the Bronx Jewish Center in the Pelham Parkway neighborhood. East Bronx.

Sunday, December 10, 2023 beginning at 4.30 pm - Menorah Lighting & Interfaith Holiday Music on City Island. East Bronx.

Sunday, December 10, 2023 beginning at 4 pm - Giant Menorah Lighting by Chabad Bronx at the Bell Tower Monument in Riverdale. All Other Chanukah days also begins at 4 pm, except on Friday 12/8 at 3 pm and Saturday 12/9 at 6.30 pm. North & West Bronx.

Monday, December 11, 2023 beginning at 7 pm - Teen Chanukah Party at Chabad Bronx in Riverdale. North & West Bronx.

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 beginning at 5 pm - Menorah Lighting in the Westchester Square neighborhood. East Bronx.

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 4 pm - Menorah Lighting Holiday Event at the Bronx House in Pelham Parkway near Morris Park. East Bronx.

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South Bronx Holiday Markets

Bronx Holidays Shopping & Events Bx NYC

Bronx Holiday Events - Terminal Market Winter Wonderland

Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 1 to 3.30 pm

Description. This Bronx holiday event includes music, photos, gifts [while supplies last] and a visit from Santa and his elves.

Location. This Bronx holiday event is located on the 6th floor of the Terminal Market. Entrances at 610 Exterior Street or at 151st Street and River Avenue in the Concourse neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://bronxterminalmarket.com

Bronx Borough Hall Holiday Event in the Bronx NYC - Winter Wonderland Extravaganza / Chanukkah

1. Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 5 to 9 pm - Winter Wonderland Extravaganza

2. Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 4.30 to 6 pm - Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting

3. Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 11 am to 2 pm - Veterans & Family Toy Giveaway at the Bronx Zoo

Description. 1. They didn't describe what's planned, but historically there's a Christmas Tree Lighting with Santa handing out small gifts prepared by Mr. & Mrs. Claus while supplies last. There was also hot chocolate and Christmas carols sung by a local Bronx high school choir. 2. Chanukah celebration which they described as follows, " ... light the menorah, sing songs & refreshments. 3. A Veterans & Family toy giveaway at the Bronx Zoo.

I believe Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson will be in attendance at all three events.

Location. 1. In the Lou Gehrig Plaza at Bronx County Building at 851 Grand Concourse at 161st Street in the Concourse neighborhood in the Bronx. 2. At 851 Grand Concourse in Bronx Borough Hall.

Contact. https://bronxboropres.nyc.gov / Tel - 718.590.3500

The photo at right shows the Christmas tree at the Bronx Borough Hall in 2018.

Bronx Museum Holiday Events - Holiday Things to do in the Bronx NYC

Winter Wonderland Family Day in the Concourse Neighborhood of the Bx NYC

Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 1 - 4 pm - Family Day

Description. A family friendly holiday party for children aged 12 and under and their guardians.

Location. The Bronx Museum is located at 1040 Grand Concourse at 165th Street in the Concourse neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://bronxmuseum.org

The photo is of the Third Avenue BID tree in Melrose/ Mott Haven in 2019.

Bronx Arts Factory Holiday Market in Melrose Bronx NYC

Holiday Markets & Events in the Bronx NYC

Friday & Saturday, December 8 & 9, 2023 from 4 pm to 9 pm & from 12 noon to 8 pm respectively - Holiday Market

Description. A holiday market complete with drinks, Santa and gifts for sale. Holiday market in the Bronx NYC.

Location. At Bronx Arts Factory at 240 East 153rd Street in the Melrose neighborhood. South Bronx.

Contact. https://bxartsfactory.org | FB - https://www.facebook.com/BxArtsFactory1/

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Central Bronx Holiday Markets

Bronx Holidays Shopping & Events Bx NYC

NYBG Holiday Train Show in the Belmont Neighborhood of the Bronx

Friday, November 17, 2023 - January 15, 2024 from 10 am - 6 pm - Closed Holidays

Description. This 30 year plus family-friendly Bronx holiday event includes a scenic train show of G-scale toy locomotives that run through 175 NYC landmarks including the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge - all made of natural materials. Be advised that the garden itself is closed on several of these Mondays, as well as on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Admission. Tickets cost $35 / $31 / $20 and kids under age two are free. There's also a grounds pass option for $15 / $7 / $4.

Location. This Bronx holiday event is located at 2900 Southern Blvd in the Enid Haupt Conservatory in the Belmont neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://www.nybg.org

The video below was taken earler this year at the Holiday Train Show during Bar Car Nights at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx.

Bronx Holiday Events - Glow at NY Botanical Garden

Fridays & Saturday, November 17, 24, 25, 2023 - Fridays & Saturdays & Xmas Week, December 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 26 - 30, 2023 and Saturdays, January 6 & 13, 2024 from 5 - 10 pm - Essentially Weekends & Closed Holidays

Description. Purchase food from Bronx Night Market vendors, and drinks from seasonal bars, before or after visiting the holiday show at night. Visit the fire pits at the Leon Levy Visitor Center, see ice sculpting demonstrations, listen to dueling pianos at the Pine Tree Cafe and listen to roving acapella groups.

Admission. Tickets cost $54 / $39 and kids under age two are free.

Location. This Bronx holiday event is located at 2900 Southern Blvd in the Enid Haupt Conservatory in the Bedford Park neighborhood located near the Belmont, Fordham, Norwood, East Tremont & Bedford Park neighborhoods in the Bronx.

Contact. https://www.nybg.org

The photo at right shows the Christmas tree at the New York Botanical Garden.

* Bronx Zoo Holiday Events in Bx NYC

Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights Program in Belmont Near Bedford Park in the Bronx

* Bedford Park / Belmont _ Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 from 3 to 9 pm - Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights turn on at dusk at 4.30 pm, and you have between 3 and 4 pm to visit the animals in the buildings before they close at 4 pm. Holiday lights and events near the Belmont and Bedford Park neighborhoods in the Central Bronx. For details and $57 / $52 / $42 [kids] tickets, see - https://bronxzoo.com/holiday-lights

WHAT FOLLOWS ABOUT BX ZOO IS FROM 2023. IT NEEDS A BIT OF UPDATING, BUT THERE'S ALSO INFO YOU CAN USE.

1. NOV _ Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, November 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 & 30, 2023 from 3 to 9 pm

2. DEC _ Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, December 1, 2, 3 / 7, 8, 9, 10 / 14, 15, 16, 17 / 21, 22, 23 /26 - 31, 2023 and Friday, Saturday & Sunday, January 5, 6 & 7, 2024 from 3 - 9 pm

Description. The Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights program continues beyond the New Year. There's a holiday train, ice carving, illuminated performers, seasonal treats and wildlife theater. This year they are also hosting a number of special add-on programs over the weekends and the week between Xmas and New Years. The Bronx Zoo stays open until 9 pm on the weekends during the holiday lights program, but the live exhibits close at 4 pm.

Admission. Timed tickets run $27 for kids / $37 seniors / $42 adults and children under age two are free.

Location. The Bronx Zoo is located at 2300 Southern Blvd in the Fordham Manor neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://bronxzoo.com

Bronx Holiday Events - Bronx Little Italy Christmas Tree Lighting

Holiday Events in the Belmont Neighborhood of the Bronx

Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 4 pm - 6 pm

Bronx Little Italy Tree Lighting Description. This family-friendly Bronx Christmas tree lighting event includes music, hot chocolate, Italian cookies, a visit and giveaways by Santa and the tree lighting. There will be Bronx Small Business sales / special offers along Arthur Avenue between East Fordham Road and Crescent Avenue in the Belmont / near Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx, which is frequently called the Little Italy of the Bronx. This Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is organized by the Belmont Business Improvement District.

Location. This Bronx holiday event is located at Ciccarone Park at 188th Street and Arthur Avenue in the Belmont neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://www.bronxlittleitaly.com/events/

Holiday Concerts, Holiday Ballets - Holiday Events in the Bronx NYC

1. Bronx Holiday Concerts at Lehman College in Bedford Park

Saturday, December 2, 2023 beginning at 8 pm - Sesiones Desde La Loma Pa' - Sessions from a Dry Day

Description. These began as at home concerts in Puerto Rico. Today they are concerts showcasing a number of talented musicians on stage. Tickets range from $43 - $93 at the website below.

Contact. https://www.lehmancenter.org/

2. The Nutcracker Ballet

Thursday & Friday, December 14 & 15, 2023 beginning at 10.30 pm & a 2 pm show Thursday only - Nutcracker - The School Shows by the Westchester Ballet Company

Saturday & Sunday, December 16 & 17, 2023 beginning at 2 pm each day & also at 6 pm on Saturday only

Description. 1. Performance of classical ballet, The Nutcracker, by the Westchester Ballet Company. Special prices of $15 / person for school groups must be purchased by December 1, 2023.

2. Performance of classical ballet, The Nutcracker, by the Westchester Ballet Company open to all with prices ranging from $32 to $63.

Location. 1. The holiday concerts are in the Lehman Concert Hall which is in the middle of the campus.

2. And the Nutcracker ballet is being performed in the Lovinger Theater which is at the north end of the campus at Lehman College at 250 Bedford Park Blvd West in Bedford Park in the Bronx.

Contact. https://www.lehmancenter.org/

Bronx Holiday Tree Lighting Event by CB7 Norwood Bx & Friends of Mosholu Parkland

Christmas Tree Lighting & Winter Wonderland in the Norwood Neighborhood of the Bronx

Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 6 pm

Description. Community Board 7 & Friends of Mosholu Parkland host an annual holiday Christmas Tree Lighting with hot chocolate, along with holiday activities and entertainment. This Bronx Xmas tree lighting / holiday event is organized by CB 7 and the Friends of Mosholu Parkland in the Bronx.

Location. At Mosholu Parkway Lawn at Mosholu Parkway and Bainbridge Avenue in the Norwood neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. www.nyc.gov/bronxcb7 / FB - https://www.facebook.com/bronxcommunityboard7 / Tel - 718.933.5650

Bronx Holiday Tree Lighting Event - Fordham BID Bx NYC

The Fordham BID Organizes its 17th Annual Tree Lighting Event in the Fordham Neighborhood near Belmont and Bedford Park in the Bronx NYC

Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5 to 7 pm - Holiday Event

Description. The Fordham BID is hosting its 17th annual holiday Christmas Tree Lighting. There will be singing and a special guest appearance by Santa Claus. Free.

This Bronx Xmastree lighting / holiday event is organized by the Fordham BID in the Bronx.

Location. In Bryan Park at East Kingsbridge Road and East Fordham Road - across from 301 Fordham Road - in the Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://fordhamroad.nyc | 718.562.2104 | FB - https://www.facebook.com/FordhamRoadNYC

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East Bronx Holiday Markets

Bronx Holidays Shopping & Events Bx NYC

St. Benedicts School Flea Market - Holiday Markets in the Bronx NYC

Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 9 am to 5 pm

Description. A holiday flea market in Throgs Neck.

Location. 1016 Edison Avenue in Throgs Neck in the Bronx NYC.

Contact. https://stbenedictschoolbx.org/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/stbenedictsbronx/ /

Holiday House Tours, Tea Parties, Kids & Theatrical Events at the Bartow Pell Mansion

Holiday Things to do & Holiday Events in the Bronx NYC

Holiday HouseTours in the Bronx NYC

Wednesday, Saturdays & Sundays, December 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 20, 23, 24, 27 & 30 2023 from 12 noon to 4 pm and also from 5 to 7 pm on Saturdays 12/9 & 12/16 - Holiday House Tours

Description. They describe this event as follows: " ... The mansion will be aglow during with candlelight for holiday tours throughout December. It’s a magical time to visit the mansion and see the holiday trees ... ". Admission $15 / $12.

Bronx Holiday Party at the Bartow Pell Mansion near City Island

December 16, 2023 from 11 am to 12 noon & from 12 noon to 1 pm - Selfies with Santa, Cookies & Crafts

Description. They describe this event as follows: " ... enjoy some time at the mansion! Families are invited to explore the museum decorated with festive holiday trees in each of the period rooms, take selfies with Santa, and children can get creative decorating their own holiday cookies to take home in the conservatory. ... ". Admission $15 per child and Adults free when accompanied by child.

Bronx Holiday Classics - A Christmas Carol - Theatrical Performance in the Bronx

Saturday, December 22, 23, 27, 28 & 30, 2023 beginning at 7 pm each night except 12/30 with Matinees at 4 pm on both Saturdays - A Christmas Carol Theatrical Performance

Description. Holiday classic play adaptation - A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. They describe the performance as follows, " ... Dickens’ classic story of love, compassion, and redemption is set against the backdrop of a Victorian magic show. Join Ebenezer Scrooge to discover what the spirit of Christmas is really about, and delve into the mystery and magic of the holiday season ...". Tickets are $40 / $30 and they can easily sell out. This may be a one man show starting Sean Coffey.

Sparkling Holiday Tea at the Bartow Pell Mansion during the Holidays NYC

Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 3 - 4.30 pm - Sparkling Holiday Tea

They describe the event as follows, " ... Mixing elements from a Low or Cream Tea with a Royal Tea (bubbly!) Bartow-Pell has created the Sparkling Tea for the Holidays. Come enjoy an afternoon in the orangerie with friends and delight in the season after exploring the mansion in all its holiday splendor ...". Tickets are $45.

Location. At the Bartow Pell Mansion Museum at 895 Shore Road in Pelham Bay Park.

Contact. https://www.bartowpellmansionmuseum.org/

Post Facto 2023 - Central Bronx & North Bronx & Manhattan

Bronx Arts Ensemble Performs the Holiday Classics

1. Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 7.30 to 8.30 pm - Holiday Concerts / Holiday Events & Things to do in the MANHATTAN

2. Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 3 to 4 pm - Holiday Concerts / Holiday Events & Things to do in the Bronx

3. Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 7 to 8 pm - Holiday Concerts / Holiday Events & Things to do in the Bronx

4. Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 1 to 2 pm - Holiday Concerts / Holiday Events & Things to do in the Bronx

Description. Holiday concerts.

Locations. 1. At St. Paul the Apostle Church at 405 West 59th Street in Manhattan. 2. At Fordham University Church at the Rose Hill Campus at 441 East Fordham Road in the Bronx. 3. At the Woodlawn Chapel at the Woodlawn Cemetery at 3800 Gun Hill Road in the Bronx. 4. At the Mall at Bay Plaza at 200 Baychester Avenue in the Bronx.

Contact. https://www.bronxartsensemble.org

Bronx Holiday Market & Bronx Holiday Concert - Caribbean Style BX NYC

Braata Productions is hosting a Holiday Market & Concert at Harry S. Truman High School

Sunday, December 10, 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 the Harry S. Truman High School at 750 Baychester Avenue in Coop City in the Bronx.

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

* Bronx Holiday Event - Holiday Tree Lighting at the Mall at Bay Plaza

Christmas Tree Lighting at the Mall at Bay Plaza in the Baychester Neighborhood Bx

* Friday, November 22, 2024 beginning at 5 pm - 7th Annual Tree Lighting at Bay Plaza Mall - in the Baychester neighborhood. They describe the event as follows, " ...  event with our enchanted holiday princess, multi-talented elves, a stilt walking toy soldier, The XFactor Drumline, and a parade with Santa! Enjoy music, dancing and giveaways for children with DJ Omar ...". Baychester free holiday events in the East Bronx. For details see - https://mallatbayplaza.com/event/7th-Annual-Tree-Light-Event/2145586107/

WHAT FOLLOWS ABOUT BX ZOO IS FROM 2023. IT NEEDS A BIT OF UPDATING, BUT THERE'S ALSO INFO YOU CAN USE.

Friday, November 17, 2023 beginning at 5 pm and historically runs until 8 pm

Description. This is the 6th Annual Holiday tree lighting event at the Mall at Bay Plaza. The event includes the arrival of Santa, some entertainment and a few turkey giveaways.

Saturday, November 18, 2023 beginning at 10 am Breakfast w/ Santa and at 10 am and 1 pm Holiday Shows

Description. The breakfast is a ticketed event for which you must rsvp and the shows don't require tickets. All free. Use the url below for details.

Location. At the Mall at Bay Plaza Village entrance on the ground level. The mall is located at 200 Baychester Avenue in the Baychester neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://mallatbayplaza.com

Post Facto 2023

Hanukkah Events at the Bronx Jewish Center Bx NYC

Friday, December 1, 2023 beginning at 7 pm - Shabbat Dinner - must rsvp

Sunday, December 10, 2023 beginning at 1.30 pm - Chanukah Live

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 beginning at 5 pm - Menorah Lighting * see definition #3 for location info

Description. 1. A Shabbat Dinner. Price not shown. It might be free.

2. A Chanukah event including a menorah lighting, dreidels, doughnuts, chocolate gelt to celebrate Chanukah. Tickets $18 / $50 for families.

* 3. A menorah lighting at Owen Dolan Park at 2551 Westchester Square Avenue - also see Westchester BID below.

Location. At the Bronx Jewish Center at 900 Pelham Parkway in the Pelham Parkway neighborhood of the Bronx NYC.

Contact. https://www.bronxjewishcenter.org

Bronx Holiday Tree & Menorah Lighting Events - Westchester Square BID

Christmas Tree Lighting & Menorah Lighting Events in Westchester Square Bx NYC

Friday, December 8, 2023 from 5.30 - 7.30 pm

Description. Santa will be visiting the Westchester Square Business Improvement District and there will be holiday treats and a tree lighting.

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 beginning at 5 pm - Menorah Lighting

Description. A menorah lighting.

Location. At Owen Dolan Park at 2551 Westchester Avenue at Tremont Avenue in the Westchester Square neighborhood of the Bronx NYC.

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

https://www.wsbid.org | Tel 718.597.4629

Morris Park Christmas Tree Lighting Holiday Event in the Bronx NYC

Morris Park Menorah Lighting Holiday Event in the Bronx NYC

1. Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 3.30 to 5 pm - Christmas Tree Lighting Holiday Event Bx NYC

2. Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 4 pm - Menorah Lighting Holiday Event Bx NYC

Description. 1. Christmas tree lighting event which includes donuts, hot chocolate, a visit by Santa and the Grinch and a choral performance by the P.S. 83 student choir. 2. A Menorah lighting with music and possibly refreshments.

Location. 1. In Loreto Park at Morris Park Avenue & Tomlinson Avenue. 2. At the Bronx House at 990 Pelham Parkway South near Morris Park.

Contact. https://www.morrisparkbid.org / FB - https://www.facebook.com/BIDMorrisPark/ and https://bronxhouse.org

Bronx Holiday Events - Christmas & Hanukkah Lighting Events on City Island

Saturday, November 25, 2023 beginning at 7.15 pm - Holiday Tree Lighting

Description. There's a Christmas Tree Lighting at which the St Mary's Star of the Sea Choir, led by Ken Farnum, will give a holiday musical performance. There's a reception after at the Kaleidoscope Gallery across the street where cider, cookies and holiday cheer will be served. Also shop along City Island Avenue for Bronx Small Business Saturday Sales. See location info below.

2023 CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

Sunday, December 10, 2023 beginning at 4.30 pm - Menorah Lighting & Interfaith Holiday Music

Description. There's a Menorah Lighting, interfaith singing, with hot cocoa, apple cider and cookies followed by a reception at the Kaleidoscope Art Gallery on City Island. This is organized by Temple Beth-El synogogue.

Location. At Hawkins Park at 281 City Island Avenue [the main drag] on City Island neighborhood in the East Bronx.

Contact. https://cityislandchamber.org | https://yourshulbythesea.org | Tel 718.885.9100

2023 _ I don't see Anything on their Website

Bronx Holiday Event - Throggs Neck Merchants Assocation Holiday Celebration

Throggs Neck Christmas Tree Lighting & Celebration in the Bronx

OLD _ NOTE DATE / YEAR _ Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 5.30 pm - 8 pm

Description. This holiday event includes free toys, hot chocolate & cookies and free picture with Santa Claus and a tree lighting. St. Benedict's Grammar School choir will be singing holiday songs. The Throggs Neck holiday tree lighting event is organized by the Throgs Neck BID [Bob Jaen President] and sponsored by NYS Assemblyman Mike Bennedetto, the Crosstown Diner, McDonald's Deluca Family and the Throggs Neck Merchant Association.

Location. At the Bronx Library at DeRosa O'Boyle Triangle at Dewey Avenue, East Tremont Avenue & 177th Street in the Throgs Neck neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. www.throggsneckmerchants.com / Tel 646.657.1312.

Bronx Concert Singers Holiday Event - St. Helena's Church in Parkchester Bronx

Bronx Holiday Concert in Parkchester Bx NYC

Saturday, December 16, 2023 beginning at 2.30 pm

Description. This will be the 42nd annual concert - a holiday event favorite which they describe as,

"... Join The Bronx Concert Singers for an afternoon of traditional carols, holiday favorites and more. The program includes vocal and instrumental works from Bach, Mendelssohn and Vivaldi performed with professional soloists and orchestra ...". Tickets $20 / $15 / $5.

Location. At St. Helena's Church at 1315 Olmstead Avenue in the Parkchester neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. www.bronxconcertsingers.org / Tel - 917.743.4641

Bronx Kwanzaa - Holiday Market & Celebration in Parkchester Bronx NYC

Bronx Holiday Kwanzaa Market in Parkchester Bx NYC

Friday, December 15, 2023 from 1 to 4 pm - Flea Market

Location. At St. Helena's Church at 1315 Olmstead Avenue downstairs in the gym in the Parkchester neighborhood of the Bronx. Holiday markets in the Bronx.

Contact. https://churchofsthelena.com/

2023 Update - I haven't yet found anything for 2023, but stay tuned, I've not given up hope that they'll return this year somewhere.

OLD _ NOTE DATE / YEAR _ Friday, December 30, 2022 from 4 to 8 pm - Parkchester Annual Kwanzaa Celebration

Description. This holiday Kwanzaa market includes performances and they suggest you wear African attire. Usually the Kwanzaa performance starts at 6 pm. Tickets $10.

In the past the event has been described as, "... African attire - African Market - Raffle - Cultural Performances - speakers. Please bring a handicraft or educational children's gifts & games (Books, Toys, etc.). There's a church parking lot available. Please register for free admission & food - Suggested donation "

Contact. This Bronx Kwanzaa holiday event & Bronx holiday market is organized by D.Oguamah. Vendors or Sponsors call 347.525.4943 or 646.671.2876. Email - cultcpack@gmail.com

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Bronx Holidays Shopping & Events Bx NYC

Wave Hill - Holiday Wreath Making Workshop & Holiday Tea - Riverdale Bronx NYC

Friday, December 15, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm - Jazz, Mixology & Misletoe

Description. A holiday mixer at Wave Hill House in Armor Hall. The grounds are open until 9 pm. Tickets are $55.

Tuesday - Friday, December 26 29, 2023 from 11 am to 12.30 pm & 2 to 3.30 pm - Holiday Tea 2023

Description. They describe the event as follows, " ... Holiday Teas ... with two 90-minute seatings each day ... enjoy the comforting decadence of a traditional tea service, including ... Tea Sandwiches: Smoked Salmon & Dill; Fig, Goat Cheese, & Honey; Sliced Green Apples & Cheddar; Filet Mignon & Horseradish Cream ... Scones and Shortbreads: Clotted Cream, Raspberry Jam ... Desserts: Raspberry Tartlets; Chocolate Truffles; Assorted Macarons ... A selection of Teas by Palais des Thés and Housemade Hot Cocoa ...". Tickets are $58 / $35 with a minimum of 2 guests and 5 days’ advanced booking are required. Children four years old and younger free.

Location. At Wave Hill at 4900 Independence Avenue in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://www.wavehill.org/

2023 _ I don't see Anything posted for this Holiday Season

Holiday Concerts in the Kingsbridge Neighborhood of the Bronx NYC

OLD _ NOTE DATE / YEAR _ Sunday, December 11, 2022 beginning at 3 pm.

Description. A holiday concert featuring the Christmas classics to be followed by a reception. Tickets are $25 / $10.

Location. At the Church of the Mediator at 260 West 231st Street in Kingsbridge.

Contact. https://www.churchofthemediator.org/

Bronx Chanukah Market & Events - Riverdale [Y] Temple Holiday Gift & Craft Sale

Bronx Chanukah Markets & Events in the Riverdale Neighborhood of the Bronx

Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 9 am to 2 pm - Riverdale [Y] Temple Holiday Gift Fair

Description. A holiday gift market for Chanukah at the Riverdale Y Sunday market. The Riverdale Temple event features items and including jewelry, clothing, accessories, ceramics and woodworks made by local New York area artisans or fair trade (3rd world) crafters. There will also be crafting project activities for kids. Bronx Hanukkah holiday markets and sales in the Riverdale neighborhood.

Location. Located at the Riverdale [Y] Temple at 4545 Independence Ave at 246th Street in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx.

Contact. https://riverdaletemple.org | Tel 718.548.3800

Bronx Chanukah - Riverdale [Y] Temple Menorah Lighting - Riverdale Bronx NYC

Weekdays Only - Thursday, December 7 & Monday - Thursday, December 11 - 14, 2023 beginning at 4.30 pm - Menorah Lighting

Description. In 2023 Chanukah is 12/7 - 12/15/23. They're doing a number of different daytime events this year during Hanukkah. HISTORICALLY - This Bronx Chanukah menorah lighting in the Riverdale neighborhood has included music and holiday food, but nothing confirmed for this year.

Location. At the Riverdale Y Temple at 5625 Arlington Avenue in the Riverdale neighborhood in the Bronx.

Contact. https://riverdaley.org | Tel 718.548.8200

Chabad Bronx Giant Menorah Lighting in Riverdale - Bronx Chanukah NYC

Bronx Chanukah Events - Menorah Lightings in the Bronx

Sunday, December 10, 2023 beginning at 4 pm - Giant Menorah Lighting

Monday, December 11, 2023 beginning at 7 pm - Teen Chanukah Party

All Other Chanukah days also begins at 4 pm, except on Friday 12/8 at 3 pm and Saturday 12/9 at 6.30 pm

Description. This Bronx Chanukah menorah lighting in the Riverdale neighborhood includes live music, hot latkes, donuts and a dreidels parachute drop. Please note that Sunday, December 10th is the big ceremony that they do each year with the dignitaries and such. The menorah lightings will continue through Chanukah - see above for times.

Location. This Bronx menorah lighting is located at the Bell Tower Monument at West 239th Street and Henry Hudson Parkway in the Riverdale neighborhood in the Bronx.

Contact. https://www.chabadbronx.org | Tel 718.549.1100 / 4397

Bronx Outdoor Holiday Events - Van Cortlandt House Museum Bx NYC

The Van Cortlandt House Museum & Golf Course Celebrate the Holidays

Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 11 am to 2 pm - Wreath Making Workshop - $25 / $25

Thursday, December 21, 2023 & Wednesday, December 27, 2023 from 1 - 2 pm - Stories by the Camp Fire - Free.

Description. 1. A wreath making workshop that's held outdoors with a rain date on Sunday at the same time if weather doesn't permit on Saturday.

2. These two campfire Bronx holiday events include historical stories around the campfire and [in the past included] hot chocolate with the urban park rangers.

Locations. We strongly recommend that you use the NYC Park link for a map to each of the two locations. Both are at the end of the #1 subway line.

1. At the Van Cortlandt House Nature Center at Broadway and West 246th Street in Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx.

2. At the Van Cortlandt Golf Course House in Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx, but note that it's an outdoor event.

Contact. FB - https://www.facebook.com/vcpalliance | https://www.vchm.org

https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/VanCortlandtPark/events | Tel - 718.543.3344.

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