We have curated a list of 12 of our favorite holiday happenings on South Shore Long Island, including parades, live performances, light shows, and shopping events in villages and hamlets along the Great South Bay. Stay tuned for our upcoming edition of Great South Bay News, coming to newsstands throughout the area on December 13, 2024. Also, visit our online calendar, where new events are added as they come in. Have a public event you wish to contribute? Do so at no cost by visiting events.fireislandnews.com/add-your-event.
BAY SHORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY SNOWFLAKE SALE
The Bay Shore Historical Society will hold its annual Snowflake Sale and Winter Open House on Saturday, November 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come and visit us at 22 Maple Ave, Bay Shore, on Small Business Saturday for great holiday deals and to see our historic Bay Shore exhibits. A special visit from Victorian Santa will begin at 11 a.m.; stop by with your camera for a free family photo opportunity. All are welcome! Saturday, November 30.
62ND ANNUAL PATCHOGUE CHRISTMAS PARADE
The Village of Patchogue Parks & Recreation proudly presents the 62nd Annual Christmas Parade, traveling across Main Street at 6 p.m. Experience the magic of the holidays as this year’s parade theme, “A Musical Christmas on Main Street,” enchants the town: rain or Shine. Saturday, November 30.
BABYLON VILLAGE OLD FASHIONED NIGHT OF CHRISTMAS AND SHOPPING
See Santa arrive with his reindeer, take a photo with Santa and his elves, and mail your Christmas list to the North Pole. Ride the carousel. Celebrate the holidays with Disney princesses! Enjoy Christmas carols by “The Jewel Tones.” Experience the Grinch and lit angels on stilts. * Most importantly, enjoy shopping and dining with our Babylon Village merchants, businesses, and restaurants while enjoying the Christmas festivities! Friday, December 6, 5-9 p.m.
TOWN OF ISLIP ANNUAL SANTA COMES TO TOWN HOLIDAY PARADE
The Islip Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the Town of Islip Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs, will host the Annual Santa Comes to Town Holiday Parade cascading down Main Street, Islip, at 4 p.m. Lineup will begin at 211 Main Street and proceed towards Town Hall, 655 Main Street. You won’t want to miss Santa’s official arrival to Islip! For details, visit islipchamberofcommerce.org. Saturday, December 7.
St. ANN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH CHRISTMAS FAIR
Shop for toys, jewelry, crafts, holiday items, and homemade treats at St. Ann’s Church, 257 Middle Road in Sayville, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is available for purchase. Saturday, December 7.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF ISLIP HAMLET HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will be hosting its 27th Annual Holiday House Tour (rain, shine, or snow) from 12 noon to 5 pm. Several historically and/or architecturally interesting homes will be decorated for the holidays as tour guides in Victorian outfits greet you at the door. There will be a reception with live entertainment, refreshments, a Holiday auction, and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets will be sold at Caroline’s Flower Shoppe and Kleibers Country Store, and online at Eventbrite. Ticket donations are $30/person (16 years and older) and are non-refundable. Please donate a new, unwrapped toy to the John Theissen Children’s Foundation.
For more info: 631-559-2915, www.is- liphamlethistory.org. Sunday, December 8.
FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK: THE ULTIMATE IRISH-INSPIRED CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT PATCHOGUE THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Enjoy a festive journey through the heart of Ireland with the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert—direct from Dublin and London’s West End. This rich tapestry of Irish culture features talented singers, musicians, and dancers performing an outstanding live concert. Visit http://www.patchoguetheatre.org/events for ticket information. Sunday, December 8, at 7 p.m.
A GILBERT & SULLIVAN CHRISTMAS CAROL
The Dickens classic Christmas tale, as reimagined by one of the greatest composing teams in history, performed live for one night only at Fenton Hall of St. Mark’s Church, 754 Montauk Highway in Islip. This event has been made possible by the Islip Arts Council (IAC). Tickets $20 ea. General Admission/$15 for IAC Members & St. Mark’s Church parishioners/$5 for children under 12. Friday, December 13, 7:30-9 p.m.
FIRE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE 22ND ANNUAL REENACTMENT OF THE FLYING SANTA
Santa arrives at the Lighthouse. This is a great photo opportunity! Arrive early and dress for the weather. Fire Island Lighthouse, 1 Burma Road, Fire Island, NY. Saturday, December 14, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
A CHRISTMAS WITH THE NEW YORK TENORS
The sights and sounds of Christmas come alive with The New York Tenors. Daniel Rodriguez, Andy Cooney, and Christopher Machhio will sing your Christmas favorites along with other powerful pieces backed by the Big Apple Ensemble. Joining them will be New York comedian Chris Monty along with the Hibernian Festival Singers and direct from Hope House Ministries, “The H.I.M.S. and Her.” Visit http://www.patchoguetheatre.org/events for ticket information. Sunday, December 15, at 3 p.m.
SAYVILLE FALLS HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW & WINTER GARDEN
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Sayville Falls with a dazzling light show and enchanting winter garden! Entry fee is $22 for adults/$15, children under 12, and younger. Sayville Falls, 30 Hanson Place, Sayville, NY 11782. Through January 5, 2025.
LITTLE WOMEN AT BACCA
Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women” will be performed by EastLine Theatre Company in cooperation with Babylon Citizen’s Council on the Arts from December 7-22 at BACCA Arts Center, 149 North Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. Tickets may be purchased online at eastline.lu-dus.com or by calling 516-749-5047. Performances run December 7-22.
