Thanksgiving week brings turkey trots, holiday markets and Small Business Saturday outings, alongside music and family activities.

Holiday Events & Places to Visit

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November 23, 24, 25, 27, 28, 29

HICKS ANIMATED CHRISTMAS WALKTHROUGH

During normal store hours; check current seasonal hours; closed Thanksgiving, Nov 26 | Hicks Nurseries, Westbury

Walk through an animated Christmas story and bring a nonperishable donation for Long Island Cares. Free. Santa-letter mailboxes are also available; include a self-addressed stamped envelope for a reply.

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November 23–29

MAGIC OF LIGHTS AT JONES BEACH

Sunday-Thursday 5-10 PM; Friday-Saturday 5-11 PM | Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh

Drive through illuminated holiday displays at Jones Beach. November standard-car ticket: $22 per vehicle; check ticket page for fees and December prices. Purchase the ticket valid for your visit date and vehicle type.

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Tuesday, November 24

PARTY 101 WITH MATT BENNETT

8 PM; doors 7 PM | Mulcahy’s, Wantagh

Matt Bennett hosts a nostalgic dance party during Thanksgiving week. Ages 18 and older; tickets required.

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November 24, 27, 28, 29

THE PIGEON GETS A BIG TIME HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!

Nov 24: 10:15 AM & noon; Nov 27–28: 11 AM & 1 PM; Nov 29: 2:15 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Mo Willems' Pigeon, Elephant, Piggie and Unlimited Squirrels celebrate in a holiday musical. $16 theater only; $10 members; $12 nonmembers with separate museum admission. Tickets required; each performance lasts about one hour. Select the specific performance date.

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Tuesday, November 24

VETERANS WINTER STAND DOWN

9 AM–1 PM; confirm hours with the Veterans Service Agency | Freeport Armory, Freeport

Veterans can connect with assistance and community resources at the armory. Contact Nassau Veterans Service Agency for attendance and eligibility details: 516-572-6565.

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Thursday, November 26

COMMUNITY CHEST THANKSGIVING DAY 5-MILE RUN

8:30 AM start | Manorhaven Beach Park, Port Washington

The five-mile course travels through Port Washington and Sands Point. Age 22+: $55 advance or $75 race day, plus fees; youth and wheelchair rates available. Minimum age 9; children under 12 must run with an adult; register in advance.

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Thursday, November 26

GARDEN CITY TURKEY TROT

Challenger race 8:30 AM; fun run 9:30 AM; 5-mile race 10 AM | St. Paul’s School, Garden City

Choose a Thanksgiving morning race at St. Paul’s. Registration required; use organizer registration information.

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November 26–29

NASSAU COUNTY HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW

Opens 5 PM on listed dates; confirm closing time with the ticket provider | Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale

See a seasonal light show on the Coliseum grounds. Tickets required; select an advertised operating date.

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November 27–29

PICTURES WITH SANTA AT HICKS

10 AM–1 PM and 2–6 PM | Hicks Nurseries, Seasonal Decor, Westbury

Bring your camera for a visit and photograph with Santa. Free. Bring your own camera.

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Saturday, November 28

JOLLY JAMBOREE

5:30–8:30 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Join the museum's holiday celebration with crafts, music, performances and visits with Santa and friends. $14 per member adult or child; $16 per nonmember adult or child. Tickets required; online tickets are nonrefundable; members must sign in for discounted tickets.

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Saturday, November 28

MIKE DELGUIDICE

9 PM; doors 7 PM | Mulcahy’s, Wantagh

Mike DelGuidice returns for the venue’s annual Thanksgiving concert. Ages 21 and older; tickets required.

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November 28–29

PLATTDUETSCHE CHRISTKINDL MARKT

9 AM-5 PM each day | Plattduetsche Park, Franklin Square

Browse German holiday goods, wreaths and crafts at the annual market. Free admission; children’s activities have a nominal fee. Purchases extra; check the venue for Santa and entertainment details.

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Saturday, November 28

PORT HOLIDAY MAGIC ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

11 AM-3 PM entertainment and free trolley; Santa firetruck at noon | Main Street and participating businesses, Port Washington

Shop participating local businesses with live entertainment and a free trolley. Free trolley and public entertainment; purchases extra. Use the Try Port First app for stops and participating merchants.

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November 28–29

WE THREE KINGS: THE IRISH DANCE CHRISTMAS SENSATION

Saturday 7 PM; Sunday 3 PM | Madison Theatre at Molloy University, Rockville Centre

Irish dance and Christmas music share the stage in this seasonal production. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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Sunday, November 29

CELEBRATE HANUKKAH

1–3 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Learn the history and rules of dreidel and decorate one to take home. Included with museum admission. Ages 2+; drop-in activity takes about 10 minutes.

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Music & Shows

Friday, November 27

AN EVENING WITH VINCENT INGALA

8 PM | Madison Theatre at Molloy University, Rockville Centre

Contemporary jazz saxophonist Vincent Ingala performs with his band. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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Friday, November 27

EMMETT HUGHES BAND

8–10 PM | My Father’s Place at The Roslyn, Roslyn

The Emmett Hughes Band performs an evening concert. $43 advance. Tickets required; seating is first come, first served. The venue lists a $10 increase on the day of the show.

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Friday, November 27

THE WARPED TOUR BAND WITH HELLA DOUBT

8 PM; doors 7 PM | Mulcahy’s, Wantagh

Tribute acts perform pop-punk, emo and No Doubt material. Ages 21 and older; tickets required.

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Saturday, November 28

COREY GLOVER AND VERNON REID OF LIVING COLOUR

7:30–10 PM | My Father’s Place at The Roslyn, Roslyn

Corey Glover’s Soul Experience and Vernon Reid’s acoustic set share the evening. $53 advance. Tickets required; seating is first come, first served. The venue lists a $10 increase on the day of the show.

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Saturday, November 28

LOS TIGRES DEL NORTE: LOS TIGRES DEL MUNDO

8 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

Los Tigres del Norte bring their tour to Elmont. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Saturday, November 28

PIANO MEN: YELLOW BRICK JOEL

8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury

David Clark and Jeff Scott perform a tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John. Every attendee needs a ticket, regardless of age. Parking and lounge upgrades are separate from concert admission.

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Saturday, November 28

WONDEROUS STORIES: CONCERT FOR BANGLADESH REVISITED

8 PM; doors 7 PM | The Space at Westbury, Westbury

Wonderous Stories revisits music from the Concert for Bangladesh. Tickets required; check the official booking page for current availability.

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Comedy

Friday, November 27

ARAGONA’S NASSAU COMEDY CONTEST

8 PM; doors 6 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, The Giggle Room, Levittown

Local comedians compete in Aragona’s Nassau comedy contest. Ages 16+; tickets required; two-item minimum per person at tables. Add the performer you support in reservation notes.

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November 27–28

TIM HOMAYOON

Friday 8 PM; Saturday 7 PM | The Brokerage, Bellmore

Tim Homayoon performs stand-up at The Brokerage. Ages 16+; ticket required and two-item minimum per person at tables.

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Saturday, November 28

BOBBY COLLINS

7 PM; doors 5 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, Main Room, Levittown

Bobby Collins appears in a live comedy show. Ages 16+; tickets required; two-item minimum per person at tables.

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Sports & Fitness

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Monday, November 23

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

7:30 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The Islanders host the Toronto Maple Leafs at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Wednesday, November 25

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. ST. LOUIS BLUES

7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The Islanders host the St. Louis Blues at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Friday, November 27

FLASH FRIDAY CLIMBING

5–10 PM | The Gravity Vault, Westbury

An evening climbing offer for adults and children. $20 day pass; rentals extra. Check the venue’s climbing requirements before visiting.

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Friday, November 27

LONG ISLAND NETS VS. MAINE

5 PM | Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale

The Long Island Nets host Maine at Nassau Coliseum. Tickets required; use the official booking link for current availability.

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Friday, November 27

NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS. WINNIPEG JETS

7:30 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont

The Islanders host the Winnipeg Jets at UBS Arena. Event ticket required; parking is a separate purchase.

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Saturday, November 28

LONG ISLAND NETS VS. MAINE

5 PM | Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale

The Long Island Nets host Maine at Nassau Coliseum. Tickets required; use the official booking link for current availability.

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Family & Kids

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Tuesday, November 24

LEARN TO PLAY: TICKET TO RIDE

6:30–8 PM | Levittown Public Library, Levittown

Teens can learn the railway route-building board game Ticket to Ride. Grades 6–12; registration and library card required, opening November 10 at 6 PM.

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Tuesday, November 24

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT (MEMBERS ONLY)

10:30–11 AM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Museum members can join an interactive singalong and movement program. $3 per member child. Members only; ticket required.

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Wednesday, November 25

MINI MINGLE

11 AM–noon | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Children up to age 5 and their caregivers can explore guided play and meet other families. Free drop-in workshop; check museum admission. Ages up to 5 with caregivers.

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Arts & Classes

Monday, November 23

AN EVENING WITH ASTRONAUT JOHN HERRINGTON

7–9 PM; talk 7 PM, film 8 PM | Cradle of Aviation Museum, Garden City

Hear John Herrington speak and answer questions, followed by a screening of Into America's Wild. $10 general admission; museum members free. Tickets required; members must reserve seats by calling 516-572-4066, Monday–Friday, 10 AM–4 PM.

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Monday, November 23

RESUME HELP

30-minute appointments between 1–3 PM | Long Beach Public Library, Main Library, Long Beach

Book a resume-review appointment with a reference librarian trained in job-search assistance. Adult program; registration opens November 2 at 6:30 PM. Local History Area.

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Wednesday, November 25

ASK THE TECH GUY

2–3 PM | Long Beach Public Library, Main Library, Long Beach

Bring a computer or mobile device for one-on-one help with technology questions. Adults and seniors; second-floor lobby. Check participation details with the library.

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Wednesday, November 25

SILVER SCRIBBLERS: CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP

6:30–8:30 PM | Jericho Public Library, virtual program, Online

Older adults can develop personal stories, poetry and other writing with Sandy Kassimir. Virtual program; registration required and covers the series.

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Saturday, November 28

CHRISTIE JONES: LONG ISLAND COLOR FIELD STUDY

Noon–2 PM | Long Island Children's Museum, Garden City

Create take-home art inspired by the museum's current Artists' Corner artist, Christie Jones. Included with museum admission. Drop-in program takes about 10 minutes.

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Community & More

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Tuesday, November 24

FICTION BOOK CLUB: A FOUNDING MOTHER

7:30–8:30 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Discuss A Founding Mother by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie with fellow readers. Adult program; registration opens November 10 at 7:30 PM. Copies available at the Information Desk or through Libby.

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Friday, November 27

WEEKLY SCRABBLE MEETUP

1–5 PM | Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington

Adults can drop in for Scrabble with other players. No registration required; Mezzanine Meeting Room.

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