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🎉December 29th - January 4th in Nassau You Don’t Want to Miss
Looking for something fun, affordable, and local? From live music to family-friendly festivals, here’s what’s popping up around town this week👇
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December 22, 2025
 | Noon Year’s Eve Skate Party Celebrate the new year early with skating, a live DJ, pizza, and a noon countdown, plus visits from kid-favorite characters for a fun family morning. |
 | Artist Series: Stephen Shore Kids’ STEAM Workshop Kids explore photography inspired by Stephen Shore, learning composition and color while capturing everyday scenes and creating photos to take home. |
 | Fantasy Winter Fairyland Walk through a glowing winter wonderland featuring massive light displays, a holiday train ride, and festive photo moments. |
 | Farmingdale Early New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration with live music, hot cocoa, noise makers, and an early 8:00 PM ball drop. |
 | Farmingdale New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl Celebrate New Year’s Eve hopping between popular Farmingdale bars with drinks, music, and a lively countdown atmosphere. |
 | New Year’s Eve Gala Ring in 2026 with an elegant evening featuring a gourmet surf-and-turf dinner, cocktail hour stations, top-shelf open bar, and DJ-led dancing through midnight. |
 | New Year’s Eve 2026 at Riviera Waterfront Mansion Ring in 2026 with a nightclub-style New Year’s Eve party featuring nonstop dancing, live DJ, saxophonist and drummer, open bar, buffet, champagne toast, and ball drop. |
 | Massapequa Post 1066 New Year’s Eve Celebration Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with an open bar, cocktail hour, buffet dinner, champagne toast at midnight, and live music featuring hits from the 50s through the 80s. |
 | Weekend Dating Pre-NYE Party @ Cancun LI Private singles-only pre-NYE party with Italian buffet, icebreakers, prizes, music, plus access to the midnight after-party. |
 | Singles New Year’s Eve Party Ring in 2026 with a singles-only New Year’s Eve party featuring an Italian buffet, icebreaker games, DJ and dancing, prizes, and a champagne toast at midnight. |
 | Prestige Palace Liquors 1st Anniversary New Year’s Eve Party Celebrate New Year’s Eve with all-inclusive food and drinks, live music, giveaways, raffles, and a high-energy party atmosphere. |
 | NYE Gala 2026 at The Metropolitan Ring in 2026 with dinner, dancing, live singing, a Bollywood DJ, open bar, and a glamorous midnight celebration. |
 | Mint NYE 2026 Party High-energy New Year’s Eve celebration with live performances, Indo-Asian dinner, DJs, and a midnight countdown on giant screens. |
 | New Year’s Eve Gala at Bayview on the Water Elegant New Year’s Eve celebration with cocktail hour, plated dinner, premium open bar, entertainment, and a champagne toast at midnight. |
 | Disco Unlimited New Year’s Eve Party Ring in 2026 with Disco Unlimited and DJ Johnny Iovino at this high-energy New Year’s Eve dinner dance, featuring a three-course dinner, open bar, and reserved seating. Doors open at 7:30 PM, with festivities running through 1:00 AM. |
 | New Year’s Eve 2026 at The Crescent Beach Club Ring in 2026 beachside with dinner, dancing, premium open bar, live DJ, and a midnight champagne toast. |
 | New Year’s Eve Comedy Night & Soiree Ring in the New Year with live comedy, great food, music, and a lively party atmosphere at Colbeh. |
 | Singles Only New Year’s Eve Roaring 20s Dance Party Ring in the New Year at a singles-only Roaring 20s–themed party with age-based seating, dancing, dinner, and a midnight champagne toast. |
 | New Year’s Eve Party 2026 Ring in 2026 with DJ RWL spinning 80s, 90s, and freestyle hits, plus an open bar, food buffet, and midnight champagne toast. |
 | New Year’s Eve Seaside Secret Soirée Ring in 2026 at a speakeasy-inspired rooftop party with DJ Xcel, oceanfront views, vintage décor, themed cocktails, and a glamorous midnight countdown. |
 | New Year’s Eve Yacht Party Celebrate New Year’s Eve aboard a luxury yacht with buffet dinner, open bar, DJ entertainment, and stunning waterfront views. |
 | New Year’s Eve Open Bar & After Party at Cancun Long Island Ring in 2026 with premium open bar, Italian fusion buffet, live DJs, champagne toast at midnight, and an after-party until 4 AM. |
Monday, December 29th
 | ART: Wassily Kandinsky Workshop Young artists explore painting techniques inspired by Wassily Kandinsky and create their own artwork to take home in a guided STEAM-style workshop. |
 | Speed Island Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Celebrate the grand opening of Speed Island, a new sports performance and recovery center, with a community ribbon cutting ceremony. |
 | Dinner and Readings with Medium Robert E. Hansen Enjoy an evening of dinner paired with psychic readings by medium Robert E. Hansen in an intimate restaurant setting. Reservations required. |
 | Evening of Excellence Gala Celebrate an elegant evening honoring outstanding Lynbrook community members with dinner, drinks, and dancing. |
Tuesday, December 30
 | Early Bird Skate with the Minion Kick off the morning with a Minion-themed roller skating party featuring music, family fun, photo opportunities, and light-up rink excitement. |
 | ART: Salvador DalĂ Workshop Young artists explore Salvador DalĂ’s surreal style, learning imaginative painting techniques and creating their own expressive artwork to take home. |
 | Artist Series: Salvador DalĂ Kids’ STEAM Workshop Kids explore the surreal art of Salvador DalĂ, learning about symbolism and imaginative composition while creating their own surreal artwork to take home. |
 | Grinchmas Breakfast at Planet Play Holiday breakfast with The Grinch, photos, a special gift, arcade play, and an Elf on the Shelf visit for kids. |
 | Holiday Trunk Show Browse a holiday trunk show featuring Kate Spade, Juicy Couture, and David Beckham eyeglasses and sunglasses, with styles on display throughout the day. |
 | K-pop Demon Hunters Kids Cookie Decorating Class Kids will learn how to use icing bags and decorate themed cookies inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters characters in a fun, hands-on workshop. |
 | Pre-New Year’s Eve Comedy & Party Celebration – Brooklyn Style Enjoy stand-up comedy from top Brooklyn talent, followed by a high-energy party with DJ music, dinner included. |
Thursday, January 1
 | The Mansion New Year Brunch Celebrate the New Year with a chef-curated brunch, elegant décor, and a refined holiday dining experience. |
 | Disco Unlimited New Year’s Eve Party Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Disco Unlimited, DJ Johnny Iovino, dinner, dancing, and an open bar until midnight. |
Friday, January 2
 | Alzheimer’s Dementia Caregiver Support Group A supportive discussion group for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias, offering shared experiences, practical guidance, and emotional support. |
 | New Year Intention Workshop Set intentions for the new year through yoga flow, breathwork, meditation, sound healing, and guided journaling. |
 | Men’s Wellness Circle A guided wellness circle focused on breathwork, restorative yoga, and group sharing to support emotional regulation, healing, and community connection. |
 | American Red Cross BLS (Basic Life Support) Blended Learning A blended learning BLS course for healthcare providers, combining online instruction with in-person training in CPR, AED use, and lifesaving skills. |
 | Stereomatic & DJ Andre Return to Stage317 Kick off the New Year with an 80s New Wave and classic alternative dance party featuring Stereomatic and DJ Andre. |
Saturday, January 3
 | Baby University: Childbirth Education Program In-Person Class A two-part childbirth education class led by a nurse educator covering labor and birth, breathing techniques, partner coaching, pain management options, and postpartum expectations. |
 | American Red Cross Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Blended Learning A blended learning ACLS course for healthcare providers, combining online coursework with in-person skills training for advanced cardiac emergency care. |
 | American Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) A blended learning PALS course for healthcare providers, combining online study with in-person training in pediatric resuscitation and emergency care. |
 | Ayiti Nou La: Haitian New Year’s Black Tie Gala Elegant black-tie fundraising gala celebrating Haitian culture with live performances, dinner, dancing, and community support. |
 | Haitian New Year’s Black Tie Gala: Ayiti Nou La Elegant black-tie fundraising gala celebrating Haitian culture with fine dining, live performances, dancing, and community impact. |
Sunday, January 4
 | New Year Detox Yoga Cleanse and reset with a detox-focused yoga class using gentle poses, essential oils, and guided intention-setting meditation. |
Monday, December 29
 | Saint Peter’s Peacocks Women’s Basketball vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats Watch Saint Peter’s face Quinnipiac in a women’s college basketball matchup at their home court. |
 | Iona Gaels Women’s Basketball vs. Rider Broncs Watch the Iona Gaels women’s team take on Rider in a competitive home college basketball matchup. |
 | NJIT Highlanders vs. SUNY Canton Kangaroos Watch NJIT host SUNY Canton in a college basketball matchup featuring fast-paced play and conference competition. |
 | Manhattan Jaspers Women’s Basketball vs. Fairfield Stags Watch the Manhattan Jaspers women take on Fairfield in a competitive home college basketball matchup. |
 | Manhattan Jaspers Women’s Basketball vs. Fairfield Stags Watch the Manhattan Jaspers women face Fairfield in a home college basketball matchup with fast-paced, competitive play. |
 | Brooklyn Nets vs. Golden State Warriors Watch the Nets face the Warriors in a high-profile NBA matchup at Barclays Center. |
Tuesday, December 30
 | Wagner Seahawks Women’s Basketball vs. New Jersey City Gothic Knights Watch Wagner host New Jersey City in a women’s college basketball matchup at the Spiro Events Center. |
Wednesday, December 31
 | Fordham Rams Women’s Basketball vs. La Salle Explorers Watch Fordham host La Salle in a women’s college basketball matchup at Rose Hill Gymnasium. |
 | New York Sirens vs. Vancouver Goldeneyes Watch the New York Sirens take on Vancouver in a professional hockey matchup at Prudential Center. |
 | Columbia Lions vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Watch Columbia host Penn State in a college basketball matchup at Levien Gymnasium on campus. |
Thursday, January 1
 | St. John’s Red Storm Women’s Basketball vs. DePaul Blue Demons Watch St. John’s host DePaul in a women’s college basketball game at Carnesecca Arena. |
 | Saint Peter’s Peacocks Women’s Basketball vs. Manhattan Lady Jaspers Ring in the new year with a women’s college basketball game featuring Saint Peter’s and Manhattan. |
 | Brooklyn Nets vs. Houston Rockets Kick off the new year with a Brooklyn Nets home game against the Houston Rockets. |
Friday, January 2
 | New York Sirens vs. Montreal Victoire Catch the New York Sirens facing Montreal in a fast-paced professional hockey game. |
 | Wagner Seahawks Women’s Basketball vs. Chicago State Cougars Cheer on the Wagner Seahawks as they face Chicago State in a home women’s college basketball game. |
 | Iona Gaels vs. Siena Saints Watch Iona host Siena in a college basketball matchup at Hynes Athletics Center. |
 | Manhattan Jaspers vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats Watch the Manhattan Jaspers host Quinnipiac in a men’s college basketball matchup at home. |
Saturday, January 3
 | Iona Gaels Women’s Basketball vs. Siena Saints Cheer on the Iona Gaels as they face Siena in a women’s college basketball game at home. |
 | NJIT Highlanders Women’s Basketball vs. Binghamton Bearcats Watch NJIT host Binghamton in a women’s college basketball matchup at the Wellness and Events Center. |
 | Manhattan Jaspers Women’s Basketball vs. Marist Red Foxes Cheer on the Manhattan Jaspers women as they take on Marist in a conference college basketball game. |
 | Fordham Rams Women’s Basketball vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks Cheer on the Fordham Rams women as they face Saint Joseph’s in a home college basketball game. |
 | Manhattan Jaspers Women’s Basketball vs. Marist Red Foxes Cheer on the Manhattan Jaspers women as they face Marist in a home conference basketball game. |
Sunday, January 4
 | Brooklyn Nets vs. Denver Nuggets Catch an afternoon NBA showdown as the Nets take on the Denver Nuggets. |
 | New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys Watch the Giants face the Cowboys in a marquee NFL matchup. Kickoff time and date are subject to change. |
Tuesday, December 30
 | Open Mic Night at Amalfi Weekly open mic night featuring live performances, a relaxed vibe, and great food in a friendly, local setting. |
Wednesday, December 31
 | New Year’s Eve at Rare650 Celebrate New Year’s Eve with an à la carte dinner, chef’s specials, live DJ entertainment, dancing, and a champagne toast at midnight. |
 | New Year’s Eve with Half Step Ring in 2026 with three high-energy Grateful Dead sets, including acoustic and electric performances by Half Step. |
 | New Year’s Eve Bash at The Inn Ring in 2026 with live music by Liquid A and DJ Sparky, a full open bar, hot buffet, balloon drop, champagne toast, and nonstop dancing across multiple floors. |
 | New Year’s Eve 2026 Ring in 2026 with karaoke, dancing, and a fun local New Year’s Eve celebration at Doug Out Pub. |
 | New Year’s Eve Party 2026 Ring in the new year with DJ RWL spinning 80’s, 90’s, and freestyle hits, plus an open bar and food buffet through midnight. |
 | New Year’s Eve Celebration Party Ring in 2026 with live music and a DJ all night, plus a full open bar, dinner buffet, and a champagne toast at midnight. |
 | New Year’s Eve Bash at Patrizia’s of Hicksville Celebrate the new year with a high-energy party featuring a live DJ, premium family-style Italian dinner, open bar, dancing, and a midnight countdown. |
 | Electric Dude New Year’s Eve Party – Say Hello 2026 Celebrate New Year’s Eve with live music from Electric Dude and a high-energy party atmosphere to welcome 2026. |
Thursday, January 1
 | Ladies Who Rocked the 80’s Live music tribute celebrating iconic female rock artists of the 1980s, featuring classic hits performed by Live Vinyl. |
Friday, January 2
 | An Evening with Paris Ray Enjoy an intimate evening of live acoustic music by Paris Ray while dining and relaxing in a cozy local setting. |
 | First Fridays 2026: R&B vs. Reggae Dance all night to R&B and reggae with internationally known DJs Bobby Konders and Jabba, plus WBLS DJ S1 and DJ Kulcha. |
Saturday, January 3
 | Mor @ Gusto Divino Trattoria Enjoy live music with Mor performing crowd-favorite songs across rock, disco, pop, country, and classic hits while you dine and sip cocktails. |
 | Karaoke Dance Party Sing your favorite songs and dance the night away at a lively karaoke party with a fun local crowd. |
 | Track 9 Live at Sonny’s Canal House Kick off the new year with live music from Track 9, featuring a lively set, dance floor, and waterfront atmosphere. |
✨ That’s a wrap on this week’s top picks!
Don’t forget to mark your calendar, grab your crew, and make the most of what Nassau County has to offer.
We’ll be back with more local finds—until then, have fun out there! 🎉