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“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!”

Holiday Cheer in Putnam County

12 November 2024

Tis the season to be jolly and spread holiday cheer. In Putnam County there are plenty of activities to do with your family and friends. Spend some quality time with loved ones at one of the upcoming events.

1. Greater Mahopac-Carmel Chamber of Commerce – Holiday in the Park
Date: Saturday, November 30th
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Chamber Park [951 South Lake Blvd, Mahopac, NY]

2. The Brewster Theater Company Presents Giving Tuesday Holiday Story Hour
Dates: Tuesday, December 3rd
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Iron & Wine Restaurant [3191 Route 22, Patterson, NY]

3. A Christmas Carol
Date: Friday, December 6th
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Tompkins Corners Cultural Center [729 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley, NY]

4. The Brewster Theater Company Presents That Time of Year
Dates: Friday, December 6th – Sunday, December 15th
Location: The Theater at Drew Methodist Church [28 Gleneida Avenue, Carmel, NY]

5. Holiday Market
Date: Friday, December 6th
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Putnam County Bureau of Emergency Services Building [112 Old Route 6, Carmel, NY]

6. Cold Spring Aglow
Dates: Friday, December 6th - Sunday, December 8th
Time: TBD
Location: Main Street, Cold Spring, NY
** Follow the Cold Spring Chamber Commerce on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date **.

7. First Annual Holiday Craft Market
Date: Saturday, December 7th & Sunday, December 8th
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Hudson Valley Interarts [40 Jon Barrett Rd, Patterson, NY]

8. Putnam Lake FD 18th Annual Holiday Parade
Date: Saturday, December 7th
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Memorial Field to the Firehouse

9. Carmel Holiday on the Lake
Date: Saturday, December 7th
Time: All Day Event
Location: Historic Hamlet of Carmel

10. Holiday Wreath Making
Date: Saturday, December 7th & 14th
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Boscobel House & Gardens [1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY]

11. Holiday Pottery Show & Sale
Dates: Saturday, December 7th – Sunday, December 15th [closed Monday, December 9th]
Time: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: Garrison Art Center (GAC)  [23 Garrison's Landing, Garrison, NY]

12. Santa & Gingerbread
Date: Sunday, December 8th
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Boscobel House & Gardens [1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY]

13. "With Strings Attached: A Putnam Chorale Holiday"
Dates: Friday, December 13th – Sunday, December 15th
Times: Friday & Saturday 7:30 pm; Sunday 2:00 pm
Locations: Friday – St. James the Apostle Church (14 Gleneida Avenue, Carmel,
                                         NY)
                       Saturday – First United Methodist Church (83 Main Street, Brewster, NY)
                       Sunday – St. Joachim Church (51 Leonard Church, Beacon, NY)

14. Petersen’s Greenhouse Presents a Christmas Bazaar, Parade & Tree Lighting
Date: Saturday, December 14th
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Petersen’s Greenhouse [1169 Route 311, Patterson, NY]


15. Holiday Tea
Date: Sunday, December 15th
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Location: Boscobel House & Gardens [1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY]

16. Breakfast with Santa in the Barn
Date: Saturday, December 21st
Time: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Tilly’s Table [100 Route 312, Brewster, NY]

17. Annual Breakfast with Santa at Putnam County Golf Course
Date: Sunday, December 22nd
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Putnam County Golf Course [187 Hill Street, Mahopac, NY]

18. Menorah Lighting in the Historic Hamlet of Carmel
Date: Sunday, December 29th
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Along the shores of Lake Gleneida, Carmel, NY

19. Concert For Peace
Date: Wednesday, January 1st
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Studio Around the Corner Brewster [67 Main Street, Brewster, NY]

Welcome Message

Nestled between the Hudson River and the Connecticut state line, Putnam County offers an abundance of adventures and experiences to suit every lifestyle. From hiking and boating to dining and shopping, Putnam is a small but mighty treasure trove of crystal lakes, beautiful hiking trails, historic sites, art and cultural experiences and quaint restaurants and shops. With five Metro-North stops, we are just an hour away from Manhattan, making day trips hassle-free and a truly easy getaway.


Contact the Tourism Department


  • Tara Keegan

    Director of Tourism