The holidays have officially arrived, and there’s no shortage of places to soak in the season. From sparkling light displays to menorah celebrations and festive hometown parades, families can find something merry around every corner.
Center Moriches Holiday Tree Lighting
Date: December 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Location: King Kullen Shopping Center
The Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches kicks off the season with a tree lighting spectacle on Main Street.
Parade of Lights
Date: December 13 at 6 p.m.
Location: Main Street, Center Moriches
The Center Moriches Fire Department brings holiday spirit to the South Shore with its annual Parade of Lights, featuring fire trucks and community vehicles decorated with glowing displays. The parade is coordinated with support from the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches.
Girl Scouts Of Suffolk County Holiday Light Show
Dates: Thursdays–Sundays through Dec. 21
Location: Camp Edey, 1500 Lakeview Avenue, Bayport
This wooded, walk-through light trail remains one of Suffolk’s most charming holiday outings. Visitors can follow illuminated paths, meet Santa, and enjoy photo stations tucked among the displays. It’s a quieter, more intimate holiday experience for families who enjoy exploring on foot.
Brookhaven Holiday Light Spectacular—Holtsville
Dates: Dec. 12–14 and Dec. 19–21
Location: Holtsville Ecology Site, 249 Buckley Road
The Town’s popular indoor walk-through display transforms the Ecology Site into a glowing maze of color, characters, and holiday scenes. Families can take photos with Santa, explore themed rooms, and enjoy a warm, festive atmosphere that appeals to all ages.
Menorah Lighting—Brookhaven Town Hall
Date: Monday, Dec. 15
Location: One Independence Hill, Farmingville
Brookhaven will celebrate the Festival of Lights with its annual public menorah lighting. Community leaders and local families gather for blessings, music, and a welcoming reminder of the season’s spirit of unity. Light refreshments are typically available, making it a warm stop on a cold December evening.
Riverhead Holiday Light Show—Calverton
Dates: Nightly through Dec. 31
Location: Splish Splash water park
One of Suffolk’s largest drive-through displays, the Riverhead show features towering animated structures, themed sections, and synchronized music.