There are plenty of events happening in the neighborhood this week, including a family-friendly Hanukkah celebration, free holiday portraits with Santa and cookie decorations, a Christmas tree lighting event, carols, and a holiday market with activities for kids.
Hanukkah at Jane’s Carousel | Dumbo | 12/11
Families can attend a Hanukkah party hosted by Chabad of Dumbo and Dumbo Gun Preschool at Jane’s Carousel in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Lighting of the ice menorah at 5:30 p.m. Free rides, Hanukkah crafts, face painting, and more. Suggested donation is $40 cash per family. Click here to RSVP for free.
Hanukkah Celebration | Atlantic Terminal Mall | 12/11
Gather around the menorah for a candle lighting ceremony symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. Additionally, there will be themed arts and crafts for children. The event will be held on December 11th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm on the first floor of the Atlantic Terminal near Rumi, and the menorah lighting will take place from 6:30pm to 7:00pm in the Atlantic Terminal plaza. Learn more about.
Hanukkah at Carroll Park | Carroll Gardens | 12/12
Join the community on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 5:30 p.m. for a night of light and joy with a menorah lighting ceremony featuring live music, donuts and latkes, and a special program for Israel. Learn more about.
Menorah lighting | Dumbo | 12/13
Join Chabad of Dumbo for a menorah lighting event with hot cocoa, chocolate gelt, and entertainment on Wednesday, Dec. 13, from 5 to 6 p.m., at the Dumbo Archway. There is no need to RSVP. Just come.
Montague street tree lighting | Brooklyn Heights | 12/13
Brooklyn Heights Garden Club’s annual tree lighting ceremony will be held on Wednesday, December 13th at 5:30 p.m. Join us for the tree lighting ceremony on the Montagu Street promenade. It also includes a visit from Santa and a chorus of Grace and his chorale.
City Point Holiday Hub | Downtown Brooklyn | 12/16
The City Point Holiday Hub will feature Santa and holiday portraits, holiday crafts and block building from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Click here to RSVP for free. Please note that all activities and programs are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Winter Solstice Celebration | Governors Island | 12/16
A day full of free celebrations culminating in summer solstice seed sashay, a participatory lantern parade. Head to Colonel’s Row for food, fire pits, and games. DJ sets, collaborative art activities, From home to sky Includes winter art exhibits, a Nature Scavenger Hunt on Governors Island, cola dance workshops and performances, walking tours with Friends of Governors Island, and the opening of a community-driven collaborative art installation. Saturday, December 16th from 12:00 to 17:00. Rain or shine: Sunday, December 17.
City Point Holiday Hub | Downtown Brooklyn | 12/17
City Point Holiday Hub offers free cookie decorating (12-2 p.m.), winter crafts and block making from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Click here to RSVP for free. Please note that all activities and programs are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Holiday Caroling | Park Slope | 12/16
Holiday Caroling, a beloved Brooklyn Conservatory tradition! Join us as BKCM spreads cheer throughout the neighborhood, culminating in a reception in the garden. We welcome all ages, voices, and faiths. This year, they plan to update their lyric book and add new popular songs and traditional gospel songs written for four-part harmony. On Saturday, Dec. 16, there will be a warm-up at 2 p.m., followed by caroling from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.Brooklyn Academy of Music Holiday Caroling
Time Out Market Caroling | Dumbo | 12/17
Sing along to live Christmas carols from The Other Reindeer. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Stop by and drop off a letter to Santa using the North Pole Mailbox and receive a special goody bag (Dec. 1-23) from 2-5 p.m.Time Out Market New York Caroling
Red Hook Holiday Market | Red Hook | December 16th and 17th
4th annual Red Hook Holiday Market! Find unique handmade gifts while supporting local artisans and crafters! Brooklyn Waterfront Artist Coalition, December 16th and 17th from 1-6 p.m. : 481 Van Brunt Street, 2nd floor. Learn more about.