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What Is There To Do On Long Island For The 2023 Holiday Season?

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The Flanders Big Duck, decorated and lighted for the holidays. Photo credit: Jennifer Meihofer via Dan’s Papers

There’s plenty of things to do on Long Island to make your holidays merry and bright! Read all about them here.

HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR ON ICE

Featuring Nancy Kerrigan, show-stopping singers, dancers and astonishing performance artistry, this family-friendly musical celebration is literally the “coolest” show for all ages this holiday season.

The Gateway, 215 South Country Rd., Bellport

$37-$95. Dec. 1-Jan. 1.

EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (AND THEN SOME!)

Instead of performing Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic for the umpteenth time, three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told — plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season!

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown

$28-$32. Through Dec. 23.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the true meaning of Christmas – past, present, and future.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson

$25. Through Dec. 31.

ELF THE MUSICAL

This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear.

CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale

Dec. 2-17.

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION ON ICE

Modern effects will take the magic beyond the ice, immersing family and friends in a sparkling Christmas paradise.

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue

$45-$75 incl fees 7 p.m. Dec 7.

DARLENE LOVE

This songsteress will perform Love for the Holidays.

Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington

$97.15. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7.

BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY

Get your dancing shoes on for this Wild & Swing’n Holiday Party.

Suffolk Theater, 118 East Main St., Riverhead

$49-$89. 8 p.m. Dec. 8.

JALC: ETIENNE CHARLES – CREOLE CHRISTMAS

Celebrate the holidays with the jazz trumpeter and his orchestra as they play original arrangements of seasonal favorites from the Caribbean, American, and European songbooks.

Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville

$37. 8 p.m. Dec. 8.

THE NUTCRACKER

The not-for-profit Diamond Performance Company presents a captivating interpretation of ‘The Nutcracker’ at Patchogue Theatre, allowing you to experience the enchantment of the holiday season like never before.

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue

$29-$6. 2, 6 p.m. Dec 9. 

BRUNCH WITH SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS 2023

Brunch on the Waterfront while your children have fun with Santa and Mrs. Claus and take photos.

235 Lake Shore Rd. Lake, Ronkonkoma

$49 adults $29 kids (3-10), Sun., Dec. 10,  Sun, Dec. 17, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

ROCKABILLY XMAS

Featuring Sun Records’ last recording artist, piano madman Jason D. Williams (often compared to his friend and mentor Jerry Lee Lewis), Gene Casey (the East End’s prodigal Rockabilly King and one of the best Rockabilly players you will ever hear), and The Vendettas!

Suffolk Theater, 118 East Main St., Riverhead $49-$55.

8 p.m. Dec. 15.

BOOMER & GIO LIVE

Tun into this live performance of the Holiday Tour 2023 presented by WFAN Sports Radio to benefit The Boomer Esiason Foundation.

The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington

$59-$250. 8 p.m. Dec. 15.

LAR ENTERPRISES PRESENTS HOLIDAY DOO WOP

The Doo Wop and Oldie Music group bring a night full of hits, which includes Kenny Vance & The Planotones, and The Mystics.

NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury

Tickets start at $41 7 p.m., Dec. 16.

CHERISH THE LADIES

A Celtic Christmas.

Suffolk Theater, 118 East Main St., Riverhead

3 p.m., 8 p.m. Dec. 16.

THE MADISON THEATRE CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

This Christmas spectacular will have you singing along to your favorite Christmas tunes. Featuring Broadway’s own exceptional performers and designers!

Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre

$45-$85. Dec. 16-17.

EGLEVSKY BALLET IN THE NUTCRACKER

This stunning performance will feature the professional company of Eglevsky Ballet, student dancers from the academy, and guest artists from New York City Ballet.

Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville

$54-$84 Dec. 16-17.

LAURIE BERKNER

A Live Holiday Concert.

The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington

$20.50-$88.50. 11 a.m. Dec. 17.

ATLANTIC WIND SYMPHONY HOLIDAY CONCERT

Come experience the Christmas magic as Maestro Don Sherman brings to life all of the season’s favorites, including holiday classics like Polar Express, Waltz of the Flowers, and Sleigh Ride. 

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue

$17-$27 inc fees 3 p.m. Dec 17.

CHRISTMAS WITH THE NEW YORK TENORS

Join The New York Tenors, Andy Cooney, Christopher Macchio, and Daniel Rodriguez, as well as special guest world-class soprano Arianna Paz, for a night that will fill your hearts with the Spirit and Magic of Christmas!

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St.

$75-$85. 7:30 p.m. Dec 18.

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA

Rock and classical music share one holiday spirit for The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve.

UBS Arena, Belmont Park, 2400 Hempstead Tpke

$44-$140. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20.

A LORNA SHORE CHRISTMAS

Opening are Currents, Rivers of Nihil, Varials and Entheos.

The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington

$32.50-$57.50. 6 p.m. Dec. 21.

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