Holiday cheer returns to Northport and East Northport: A look at the 2026 season
Northport Village will kick off the holiday season with its annual holiday tree lighting on Friday, November 27 at 7pm in Northport Village Park.
With the holiday season approaching, Northport, East Northport and Huntington are getting ready to welcome another year of community celebrations. From annual tree lightings and holiday parades to longtime local traditions, there are plenty of opportunities to gather with family, friends and neighbors to enjoy the season.
As you make plans, remember to shop local and support the small businesses that help make our communities special. Municipal parking will be free in Northport Village from November 28 through December 31 and in the Huntington Village business district from November 27 through January 2. Check back as we get closer to the holidays for additional events and updates to the schedule.
Northport Holiday Tree Lighting
Friday, November 27 at 7pm
Northport Village will kick off the holiday season with its annual holiday tree lighting on Friday, November 27 at 7pm in Northport Village Park. Residents and visitors are invited to gather with family, friends and neighbors for an evening of holiday cheer and a special visit from Santa Claus. The celebration is a longtime community tradition and a great opportunity to enjoy the village, with local shops and restaurants welcoming visitors throughout the evening.
Northport’s 21st Annual Lighting of the Leg Lamp
Saturday, November 28 from 6:30 to 7:30pm
A favorite Northport holiday tradition returns for its 21st year on Saturday, November 28. The annual leg lamp lighting will take place in front of 90 Main Street, with an evening of performances by the Community Playhouse of Northport, Posey School of Dance, the Northport High School Tigerettes and the Viki Sorrentino Foundation. The celebration will also include raffles featuring prizes from local businesses, a 50/50 drawing and hot chocolate courtesy of Shipwreck Diner. Following the lighting, attendees can continue the festivities at a post-event reception at The Firefly.
Huntington Holiday Spectacular and Parade
Saturday, November 28; parade begins at 5:30pm
Huntington Village will welcome the holiday season on Saturday, November 28 with its annual holiday parade and the return of the Holiday Spectacular along Wall Street. This year's parade will mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. The parade will begin at 5:30pm at Home Depot on New York Avenue and travel to its finish at the corner of Main Street and West Neck Road. The Holiday Spectacular display will once again bring seasonal decorations and holiday spirit to Wall Street throughout the holiday season.
Annual Huntington Menorah Lighting
Monday, December 7 at 5pm
The annual Huntington menorah lighting will take place on Monday, December 7, as Supervisor Ed Smyth, Rabbi Yaakov Raskin and Chabad of Huntington Village welcome the community to celebrate Hanukkah. The festivities will include music by Toby Tobias, festive balloons, a performance by the Keith Leaf Fire Show and traditional treats, including chocolate gelt and donuts. The celebration will take place along Wall Street as part of the Huntington Holiday Spectacular.
East Northport Community Tree Lighting
Monday, December 7 at 6pm
The East Northport Chamber of Commerce and East Northport Fire Department will host the annual community tree lighting on Monday, December 7 at Railroad Plaza, also known as Clock Tower Park. The evening will feature holiday music and caroling, hot cocoa and cookies, photos with Santa and the lighting of the community tree.
Skate With a Cop Holiday Party
Wednesday, December 16 from 4:30 to 6pm
Families are invited to join Huntington Supervisor Ed Smyth and the Suffolk County Police Department’s 2nd Precinct for the annual Skate With a Cop Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 16 at Clark Gillies Arena (575 Vanderbilt Parkway) in Dix Hills. Attendees can hit the ice alongside local Suffolk County police officers and enjoy free hot chocolate, arts and crafts, giveaways and more.
Listings will be updated as more information and new events are received. Have a local event you’d like included in our holiday listings? Email editor@northportjournal.com.
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