Illustration of a lit evergreen tree with a gold star and red baubles as small townsfolk gather in a snowy village at night (The Dumbo Holiday Tree Lighting)
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The Dumbo Holiday Tree Lighting

Visitors gather to watch the holiday tree lighting countdown and enjoy animated video projections by Augenblick Studios. The festivities include live holiday covers by Curtis J. Social and the Dumbo house band, school student performances, and an appearance by Santa Claus and his elves with a photobooth. Guests can enjoy sweet treats, hot cocoa, and mulled cider while donating to on-site toy and food drives.

Thu, Dec 3, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

4–7 pm; tree lit at 5:30 pm.

Food & Drink

Hot cocoa and sweet treats are donated, while mulled cider and other beverages are for sale at The Archway Bar.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive before the tree lighting countdown, since the tree is scheduled to be lit at 5:30 pm sharp.
  • Bring an unwrapped toy for a child ages 0 to 14 to contribute to the 84th Precinct’s Operation Sleigh Ride.
  • Bring packaged non-perishables for the Vinegar Hill Pantry food drive if you’d like to support the community.
  • Drop a holiday wish list at the mailbox by the Construction Cone Tree; Santa may award $100 Dumbo Dollars if items can be sourced locally.
  • Dress warmly for an outdoor event, and consider taking the F train to York Street or the A/C trains to High Street.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa Claus appears at the December 3 tree-lighting event.
  • Curtis J. Social and the Dumbo house band perform at the December 3 event.
  • Submit a letter to Santa at the mailbox from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve; if your wish list can be sourced in Dumbo, Santa may give you Dumbo Dollars to spend in the neighborhood.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors see and do?

The event features the tree-lighting countdown, holiday video projections, live holiday covers, student performances, Santa with elves, and a photobooth.

Is the event suitable for children?

The event includes Santa and a toy drive for children ages 0 to 14; no age restrictions are specified.

What food and drinks are available?

Hot cocoa and sweet treats are donated. Mulled cider and more are for sale at The Archway Bar.

What can I bring for the community drives?

Bring an unwrapped toy for a child ages 0 to 14 and packaged non-perishables for the food drive.

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