Tree and leg lamp lightings approach as Northport-East Northport prepare for the holidays
The Northport Leg Lamp Lighting at The Firefly Artists is one of many holiday events coming up this month and into December.
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Decades ago, the Mayor of Northport and local hardware store proprietors stumbled upon an old gag gift. They had a good laugh, and gave it an honorary salute. From that quirky moment, the Northport Leg Lamp Lighting has grown to become a beloved community celebration of local talent, small-town charm, and the Village’s unique ability to come together over something whimsical – while creating something spectacular.
Each year, on Small Business Saturday, the Northport Leg Lamp Lighting event draws roughly 1,500 people to Main Street. It is no easy undertaking. Community support helps cover event costs like professional lighting and sound. Proceeds feed the Firefly Lights Fund, enhancing future events and funding local sponsorships and scholarships.
Contributions from local restaurants for pre- and post-event gatherings as part of a delicious “Taste of Northport” are welcome, as are donated raffle prizes, displayed in The Firefly Artists’ windows, which also help highlight the “Shop Local” spirit of the season.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to make a donation, text 631-235-2739. A GoFundMe to help support the effort can be found here. The leg lamp lighting will take place in front of The Firefly Artists at 90 Main Street on Saturday, November 30, at 6:30pm. Read the Journal’s 2022 article highlighting the leg lamp’s return to its original Main Street location here.
Other favorite community events are:
Northport Village Tree Lighting
Friday, November 29 at 7pm
Northport Village Park
Join the Village for a spectacular evening filled with Christmas cheer in the heart of downtown Northport! The celebration will be kicked off at 6:40pm with a performance by the Posey School of Dance. Then, enjoy the wonderful Northport Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas Carols sung by the Northport Chorale! Stick around for the arrival of Village firetrucks carrying some very special visitors. This event is sponsored by Northport Village, Northport Fire Department and the Northport Chamber of Commerce.
A Gingerbread House Contest Kick-Off
Saturday, November 30, 3:30 to 6:30pm
131 Scudder Avenue, Northport
Join RB Realty for a family-friendly event to kick off their third annual gingerbread house making contest. Hot cocoa, treats, refreshments, a photo booth and crafts will be available. Prizes for this year’s contest will also be on display, so get motivated and start planning your gingerbread home now. Revelers will walk down to The Firefly Artists after the kick-off for the leg lighting celebration!
East Northport Holiday Tree Lighting
Tuesday, December 3 at 6pm
Clock Tower Park (corner of Bellerose Avenue and Larkfield Road)
Join the East Northport Chamber of Commerce for the East Northport Holiday Tree Lighting. Come say hi to Santa, and enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies courtesy of Copenhagen Bakery.
Northport Fire Department Santa Run
Saturday, December 21, schedule TBD
The Northport Village Santa Run, an annual tradition hosted by the Northport Volunteer Fire Department, transports Santa and his helpers around the Northport Village area all day long (and into the evening!). A schedule with times and locations will be released closer to the run.
Northport Menorah Lighting
Monday, December 30, 7 to 8pm
Join the East Northport Jewish Center for an annual tradition that celebrates the Jewish Festival of Lights with song, prayer and the lighting of the menorah.
