Dyker Heights and Many More Lights: How To Celebrate the 2024 Holidays in Brooklyn
Celebrate the holidays in Brooklyn with an enchanting array of festive events. From the radiant Dyker Heights Christmas Lights to the charming Dumbo Holiday Tree Lighting, experience the joy of the season this year in Brooklyn.
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights
Where: Graveshead Bay from 7th-14th Aves. and from the Belt Parkway to 65th Street
When: Starting Friday, 11/29 until early 2025
Experience the dazzling Dyker Heights Christmas Lights, a Brooklyn holiday spectacle, from mid-December through New Year’s Eve. Wander 11th to 13th Avenues from 83rd to 86th St to witness breathtaking displays, best viewed between dusk and 9pm. Reach the lights via a 15-minute walk from the 79th St subway station. Remember to respect the neighborhood, plan for limited restrooms, and consider guided bus tours for an enhanced experience. Learn more about the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights.
Dumbo Holiday Tree Lighting
Where: DUMBO Archway, 155 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 from 4 – 7 p.m.
Join the DUMBO Improvement District for the 18th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting is expected on Dec. 5, 2024, at Pearl Street Triangle. From 4 to 7 p.m., experience the festive spirit with the community. Don’t miss dropping your wishlist in Santa’s mailbox at the Dumbo Archway, starting November 23, for a chance to win $100 in Dumbo Dollars to spend locally—an early holiday treat! Learn more about the Annual Dumbo Holiday Tree Lighting.
Light Up Brooklyn Commons
Where: Brooklyn Commons – 100 Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn
When: Wednesday, Nov. 27, 5 – 8 p.m.
Light Up Brooklyn Commons invites you to a festive evening filled with holiday magic. On Wednesday, Nov. 27, witness live ice carving by the renowned Okamoto Studio from 5 pm to 6:30 pm, and admire their exquisite ice sculptures until 8 pm. Join Santa for the tree lighting at 6:30 pm and enjoy complimentary sweet treats and hot beverages. This enchanting, free event is a delightful way to welcome the holiday season. Learn more about Light Up Brooklyn Commons.