The Syracuse area has 12 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Gingerbread Gallery in Syracuse on November 20 to Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas in Liverpool, on December 28. 8 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in New York, part of our guide for every state.
The short version
- 12 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Syracuse for 2026, in Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Liverpool and Fayetteville
- First: Gingerbread Gallery, Syracuse, November 20. Runs latest: Gingerbread Gallery, Syracuse, through January 10
- Free: Annual Tree Lighting, Holiday in Hanover, Drop in Art: Ornament Painting, The Polar Express Storytime, Pictures with Santa!, Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals, Gingerbread House Class and Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas
- Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our New York Christmas train rides page.
Syracuse Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 12 confirmed for 2026
- Cities
- Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Liverpool and Fayetteville
- Season
- November 20, 2026 to January 10, 2027
- Free events
- 8
- Kinds of events
- holiday event, holiday lights, holiday crafts and holiday story time
- Last checked
Plan your December
When each Syracuse Christmas event for kids happens
The first is Gingerbread Gallery in Syracuse on November 20; the last runs to December 28. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.
- Gingerbread GallerySyracuse · Nov 20 to Jan 10
- Annual Tree LightingSyracuse · Nov 27
- 2026 Festival of Trees & LightSyracuse · Dec 3 to Dec 12
- Holiday NightsSyracuse · Dec 4 to Dec 19
- Holiday in HanoverSyracuse · Dec 5
- Brunch with SantaSyracuse · Dec 6 to Dec 20
- Drop in Art: Ornament PaintingBaldwinsville · Dec 11
- The Polar Express StorytimeLiverpool · Dec 12
- Pictures with Santa!Fayetteville · Dec 13
- Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing PalsBaldwinsville · Dec 18
- Gingerbread House ClassBaldwinsville · Dec 19
- Storybook Kitchen: Snowman PizzasLiverpool · Dec 28
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Christmas events for kids in Syracuse
6 confirmed events for kids in Syracuse, soonest first.
Syracuse: Gingerbread Gallery
Holiday eventErie Canal Museum · Syracuse
- Host
- Erie Canal Museum (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Erie Canal Museum, Weighlock Building, 318 Erie Blvd E, Syracuse, NY 13202
- When
- Friday, November 20, 2026 to Sunday, January 10, 2027 (daily; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, early close Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve), 10 am to 4 pm
- Cost
- Adults $12, children 3 to 17 $5, 2 and under free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Erie Canal Museum's annual Gingerbread Gallery returns from November 20, 2026 through January 10, 2027. What began as a one-day event has grown into a seven-week exhibit featuring dozens of gingerbread creations made by local bakers of all ages. This year the gingerbread village is displayed mainly on the first floor of the historic Weighlock Building.
The grand opening is Friday, November 27, with music from Merry Mischief from 4 to 6 pm. Judged winners are announced the week of December 14, and the People's Choice winner on January 4. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for children 3 to 17 and free for 2 and under. The museum is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm.
Parent tip: The museum is closed Thanksgiving and Christmas and closes at 2 pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
See dates and details from Erie Canal Museum (opens in a new tab)Syracuse: Annual Tree Lighting
Tree lightingFreeCity of Syracuse (listed by Downtown Committee of Syracuse) · Syracuse
- Host
- City of Syracuse (listed by Downtown Committee of Syracuse) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Clinton Square, Clinton Square, Syracuse, NY 13202
- When
- Friday, November 27, 2026
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The City of Syracuse hosts its annual tree lighting in Clinton Square on Friday, November 27, the day after Thanksgiving. It is the traditional start of the downtown holiday season, and families can pair it with a look at the decorated storefronts in the Downtown Committee's 2026 Window Wonderland contest.
The Downtown Committee's holiday page does not list a start time yet, so check closer to the date. Clinton Square is also home to the downtown ice rink, and the city holds a Menorah Lighting during Hanukkah. The Erie Canal Museum's Gingerbread Gallery, a short walk away, holds its grand opening the same day, which makes for an easy downtown evening. Bundle up, since the ceremony is held outdoors in late November.
Parent tip: The start time is not posted yet; check the Downtown Committee or City of Syracuse pages the week before.
See dates and details from City of Syracuse (listed by Downtown Committee of Syracuse) (opens in a new tab)Syracuse: 2026 Festival of Trees & Light
Holiday lightsEverson Museum of Art · Syracuse
- Host
- Everson Museum of Art (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Everson Museum of Art, 401 Harrison St, Syracuse, NY 13202
- When
- Thu December 3 (11 am to 8 pm), Fri December 4 (11 am to 5 pm), Sat December 5 (10 am to 5 pm), Sun December 6 (10 am to 5 pm), Wed December 9 (11 am to 5 pm), Thu December 10 (11 am to 8 pm), Fri December 11 (11 am to 5 pm) and Sat December 12 (10 am to 5 pm), 2026
- Cost
- $17 per day general, $5 kids under 12, under 3 free
- Ages
- Kids under 12 discounted; under 3 free
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
For more than four decades, the Everson Museum of Art has turned its galleries into a wonderland of decorated trees, dazzling lights and holiday cheer. The 2026 Festival of Trees and Light runs December 3 to 12, with live performances, hands-on activities and family traditions.
Each festival day includes free, drop-in art activities in the Danial Family Education Center, such as paper snowflakes, snow globe suncatchers, linocut holiday cards and winter paper lanterns. Hours are 11 am to 5 pm Wednesday and Friday, 11 am to 8 pm Thursday, and 10 am to 5 pm on weekends. Admission is $17 per day for adults, $5 for kids under 12 and free under 3, with $2 off general tickets bought online.
Parent tip: Buy general tickets online for a $2 discount; the full performance schedule is still to come.
See dates and details from Everson Museum of Art (opens in a new tab)Syracuse: Holiday Nights
Holiday lightsRosamond Gifford Zoo · Syracuse
- Host
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservation Pl, Syracuse, NY 13204
- When
- Fri December 4, Sat December 5, Fri December 11, Sat December 12, Fri December 18 and Sat December 19, 2026, 5 to 8 pm
- Cost
- Tickets on sale closer to the date
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
On Friday and Saturday evenings from December 4 to 19, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo opens after hours for Holiday Nights. Families stroll among sparkling displays of holiday lights that turn the zoo into a winter wonderland, from 5 to 8 pm.
Along the way, children can visit with Santa and friends, warm up by the fire pits and enjoy hot chocolate and s'mores. Live performances of holiday music, carolers and roving entertainers add to the festive feel. The zoo says tickets will go on sale closer to the event dates, so check back for pricing. With six evenings to choose from, it is easy to fit into a December weekend. Each evening runs for three hours.
Parent tip: Tickets go on sale closer to the dates; dress warmly for an outdoor evening walk.
See dates and details from Rosamond Gifford Zoo (opens in a new tab)Syracuse: Holiday in Hanover
Holiday eventFreeDowntown Committee of Syracuse · Syracuse
- Host
- Downtown Committee of Syracuse (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Hanover Square and Clinton Square, Downtown Syracuse, Hanover Square, Syracuse, NY 13202
- When
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Families
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Holiday in Hanover invites families to make memories in downtown Syracuse on Saturday, December 5. Presented by Community Bank in partnership with the Downtown Committee of Syracuse, the day offers complimentary, family-friendly activities.
Planned activities include carriage rides, ice skating in Clinton Square, and free tickets to either the Erie Canal Museum's Gingerbread Gallery or the Everson Museum of Art's Festival of Trees and Light. Since those museum events normally charge admission, this is a budget-friendly way to see them. The page does not list times yet, so check closer to the date for the schedule and how complimentary tickets are handed out. Holiday in Hanover is part of the Downtown Committee's Experience Downtown for the Holidays season.
Parent tip: Times and ticket details are not posted yet; check the Downtown Committee page before you go.
See dates and details from Downtown Committee of Syracuse (opens in a new tab)Syracuse: Brunch with Santa
Breakfast with SantaRosamond Gifford Zoo · Syracuse
- Host
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservation Pl, Syracuse, NY 13204
- When
- Sun December 6, Sun December 13 and Sun December 20, 2026, 9 am to 1 pm
- Cost
- Adults $50, children 3 to 12 $32, 2 and under free with a ticket
- Ages
- Children 3 to 12 priced separately; 2 and under free
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Bring the whole family to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo for Brunch with Santa, offered on Sundays, December 6, 13 and 20. Each day has three seatings, at 9 am, 11 am and 1 pm. Guests enjoy a holiday brunch feast, meet Santa Claus and visit the zoo animals in their winter setting.
Tickets are $50 for adults and $32 for children ages 3 to 12. Children 2 and under eat free but still need a ticket. Prices include an 11 percent gratuity for catering staff. Members could buy during a presale from November 3 to 24 at $10 off, and general tickets go on sale November 24. Brunch is served by the zoo's catering staff, and the visit includes time with the animals.
Parent tip: Children 2 and under are free but must have a ticket; book early, as seatings are limited to three per day.
See dates and details from Rosamond Gifford Zoo (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Baldwinsville
3 confirmed events for kids in Baldwinsville, soonest first.
Baldwinsville: Drop in Art: Ornament Painting
Holiday craftsFreeBaldwinsville Public Library · Baldwinsville
- Host
- Baldwinsville Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Baldwinsville Public Library, 33 E Genesee St, Baldwinsville, NY 13027 (near Syracuse)
- When
- Friday, December 11, 2026, 3 to 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Children and teens
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Baldwinsville Public Library hosts a different drop-in craft each week, and on Friday, December 11, the project is ornament painting. Children and teens can stop by any time from 3 to 5 pm to paint an ornament to take home or give as a gift.
Because it is a drop-in program, there is no need to plan around a set start time, which makes it easy to fit in after school. No registration is listed and there is no listed cost. The library runs other seasonal drop-in crafts in December too, including a beaded snowflake on December 4 and a light-up snowman on December 18. Drop-in sessions run for two hours, so even busy families can stop by briefly.
Parent tip: Drop in any time between 3 and 5 pm.
See dates and details from Baldwinsville Public Library (opens in a new tab)Baldwinsville: Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals
Holiday showFreeBaldwinsville Public Library · Baldwinsville
- Host
- Baldwinsville Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Baldwinsville Public Library, 33 E Genesee St, Baldwinsville, NY 13027 (near Syracuse)
- When
- Friday, December 18, 2026, 10 to 11 am
- Cost
- Free, registration required
- Ages
- Ages 6 months to 5
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Little ones can dance, move and groove at Baldwinsville Public Library on Friday, December 18, from 10 to 11 am. Gail of Gail's Lil Dancin' Pals leads a creative music and movement class that encourages movement and play through dance, and this session has a winter holiday theme.
The class is for children from 6 months to 5 years old. It is held in person, parents must attend with their child, and registration is required. The library does not list a fee. A morning dance class is a good way to burn off energy for toddlers and preschoolers who are excited about the holidays. Siblings and caregivers should plan to stay for the full hour together.
Parent tip: Parents must attend with their child; register ahead.
See dates and details from Baldwinsville Public Library (opens in a new tab)Baldwinsville: Gingerbread House Class
Holiday craftsFreeBaldwinsville Public Library · Baldwinsville
- Host
- Baldwinsville Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Baldwinsville Public Library, 33 E Genesee St, Baldwinsville, NY 13027 (near Syracuse)
- When
- Saturday, December 19, 2026, 1 to 4 pm
- Cost
- Free, registration required; bring a bag of candy
- Ages
- Children, with an adult
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Baldwinsville Public Library's annual gingerbread house class returns on Saturday, December 19, from 1 to 4 pm. Children create their own custom gingerbread house, and library staff provide the gingerbread, instructions and a building demonstration.
Each child should bring a bag of their favorite candy for decorating. Adults are asked to stay in the room to help children with construction. Registration is required, and the library asks you to register each child attending so there is enough gingerbread for everyone. Please arrive by 1 pm, since the class starts with the demonstration. The library does not list a fee on the event listing. The class runs for three hours, so plan for an afternoon at the library.
Parent tip: Arrive by 1 pm for the demonstration and bring a bag of candy per child.
See dates and details from Baldwinsville Public Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Liverpool
2 confirmed events for kids in Liverpool, soonest first.
Liverpool: The Polar Express Storytime
Holiday story timeFreeLiverpool Public Library · Liverpool
- Host
- Liverpool Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St, Liverpool, NY 13088 (near Syracuse)
- When
- Saturday, December 12, 2026, 12:30 to 1:30 pm
- Cost
- Free, registration required
- Ages
- Families
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Liverpool Public Library invites families to step aboard the Polar Express for a special story time on Saturday, December 12, from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. Children and their families will experience Chris Van Allsburg's classic tale through engaging storytelling and hands-on activities in an hour filled with holiday cheer and creativity.
The program is held in the library's Sargent Meeting Room and is free. Registration is required and opens at 9 am on Friday, November 20. The library asks that you register only your children, not the adults coming with them. Spots for popular holiday story times can go quickly, so set a reminder for registration day. The story time is held on a Saturday, so working parents can come along too.
Parent tip: Register only the children attending; registration opens Nov 20 at 9 am.
See dates and details from Liverpool Public Library (opens in a new tab)Liverpool: Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas
Holiday story timeFreeLiverpool Public Library · Liverpool
- Host
- Liverpool Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St, Liverpool, NY 13088 (near Syracuse)
- When
- Monday, December 28, 2026, 1:30 to 2:30 pm
- Cost
- Free, registration required
- Ages
- Families with children 5 and up
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Liverpool Public Library's Storybook Kitchen pairs engaging stories with a hands-on cooking project. On Monday, December 28, from 1:30 to 2:30 pm, families will listen to stories and then make a delicious, kid-friendly recipe: snowman pizzas.
The class is designed for families with children ages 5 and up, and it is listed for kindergarten through fifth grade. It is held in the Carman Community Room using the Charlie Cart, a portable kitchen. Registration is required and opens at 9 am on Friday, November 20. Falling in the week after Christmas, it is a nice break from screen time while kids are off school. Funding for the Charlie Cart came from Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter, according to the library.
Parent tip: Registration opens Nov 20 at 9 am; the class is for children 5 and up with family.
See dates and details from Liverpool Public Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Fayetteville
1 confirmed event for kids in Fayetteville, soonest first.
Fayetteville: Pictures with Santa!
Santa visitFreeFayetteville Free Library · Fayetteville
- Host
- Fayetteville Free Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St, Fayetteville, NY 13066 (near Syracuse)
- When
- Sunday, December 13, 2026, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Cost
- Free, registration required
- Ages
- Families and kids
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Santa is visiting the Fayetteville Free Library on Sunday, December 13. Families can stop in to have their photo taken with the big man himself in front of a cozy backdrop, enjoy holiday music and make crafts. Bring your own camera or phone to take the family photo.
Space is limited to 20 families per 30 minute time slot, with slots at 10:30, 11, 11:30 and noon in the Emma Beard Room. Pre-registration is required, one spot per family, and registration opens at 8 am on Monday, November 16. You are welcome to stay as long as you like, but the library asks that you take your Santa photos during your own time slot. The event is free and is listed for families and kids.
Parent tip: Register one spot per family and bring your own camera; take photos during your assigned slot.
See dates and details from Fayetteville Free Library (opens in a new tab)Looking further afield? Our New York Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, NY and Albany, NY. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
A story for the drive home
A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.
A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.
Buy on AmazonSyracuse Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask
What Christmas events for kids are in Syracuse in 2026?
We confirmed 12 Christmas events for kids in Syracuse for 2026 on each host’s own page: Gingerbread Gallery in Syracuse (November 20), Annual Tree Lighting in Syracuse (November 27), 2026 Festival of Trees & Light in Syracuse (December 3), Holiday Nights in Syracuse (December 4), Holiday in Hanover in Syracuse (December 5), Brunch with Santa in Syracuse (December 6), Drop in Art: Ornament Painting in Baldwinsville (December 11), The Polar Express Storytime in Liverpool (December 12), Pictures with Santa! in Fayetteville (December 13), Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals in Baldwinsville (December 18), Gingerbread House Class in Baldwinsville (December 19) and Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas in Liverpool (December 28). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.
What Christmas events for kids are in Syracuse, New York?
For families in and around Syracuse, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Gingerbread Gallery (Daily, Nov 20 to Jan 10, 10 am to 4 pm, adults $12, children 3 to 17 $5, 2 and under free); Annual Tree Lighting (Fri, Nov 27 (time to be announced), free); 2026 Festival of Trees & Light (Dec 3 to 12 (Wed to Sun), hours vary by day, $17 per day general, $5 kids under 12, under 3 free); Holiday Nights (Fridays and Saturdays, Dec 4 to 19, 5 to 8 pm, tickets on sale closer to the date); Holiday in Hanover (Sat, Dec 5 (times to be announced), free); Brunch with Santa (Sundays, Dec 6, 13 and 20; seatings at 9 am, 11 am and 1 pm, adults $50, children 3 to 12 $32, 2 and under free with a ticket). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Syracuse section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Baldwinsville, New York?
For families in and around Baldwinsville, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Drop in Art: Ornament Painting (Fri, Dec 11, 3 to 5 pm, free); Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals (Fri, Dec 18, 10 to 11 am, free, registration required); Gingerbread House Class (Sat, Dec 19, 1 to 4 pm, free, registration required; bring a bag of candy). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Baldwinsville section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Liverpool, New York?
For families in and around Liverpool, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: The Polar Express Storytime (Sat, Dec 12, 12:30 to 1:30 pm, free, registration required); Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas (Mon, Dec 28, 1:30 to 2:30 pm, free, registration required). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Liverpool section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Fayetteville, New York?
For families in and around Fayetteville, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Pictures with Santa! (Sun, Dec 13, 30 minute slots from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, free, registration required). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Fayetteville section of this page.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Syracuse?
Yes. 8 of the 12 events here are free: Annual Tree Lighting in Syracuse, Holiday in Hanover in Syracuse, Drop in Art: Ornament Painting in Baldwinsville, The Polar Express Storytime in Liverpool, Pictures with Santa! in Fayetteville, Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals in Baldwinsville, Gingerbread House Class in Baldwinsville and Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas in Liverpool. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Syracuse this December?
Santa appears at Holiday Nights in Syracuse (December 4), Brunch with Santa in Syracuse (December 6) and Pictures with Santa! in Fayetteville (December 13). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.
Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Syracuse?
Holiday story times on this page: The Polar Express Storytime in Liverpool and Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas in Liverpool. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.
Where can we have breakfast or a meal with Santa in Syracuse?
Meals with Santa confirmed for 2026: Brunch with Santa in Syracuse (Sundays, Dec 6, 13 and 20; seatings at 9 am, 11 am and 1 pm). These usually sell out, so book as soon as you pick a date.
Which Syracuse Christmas events are best for toddlers?
These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals in Baldwinsville (Ages 6 months to 5).
Are there kids' Christmas events in Syracuse on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?
Yes: Gingerbread Gallery in Syracuse (through January 10) and Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas in Liverpool (through December 28).
How much is Gingerbread Gallery in Syracuse?
Adults $12, children 3 to 17 $5, 2 and under free. Gingerbread Gallery is on Friday, November 20, 2026 to Sunday, January 10, 2027 (daily; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas, early close Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve), 10 am to 4 pm at Erie Canal Museum, Weighlock Building. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Annual Tree Lighting in Syracuse?
Free. Annual Tree Lighting is on Friday, November 27, 2026 at Clinton Square. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is 2026 Festival of Trees & Light in Syracuse?
$17 per day general, $5 kids under 12, under 3 free. 2026 Festival of Trees & Light is on Thu December 3 (11 am to 8 pm), Fri December 4 (11 am to 5 pm), Sat December 5 (10 am to 5 pm), Sun December 6 (10 am to 5 pm), Wed December 9 (11 am to 5 pm), Thu December 10 (11 am to 8 pm), Fri December 11 (11 am to 5 pm) and Sat December 12 (10 am to 5 pm), 2026 at Everson Museum of Art. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Nights in Syracuse?
Tickets on sale closer to the date. Holiday Nights is on Fri December 4, Sat December 5, Fri December 11, Sat December 12, Fri December 18 and Sat December 19, 2026, 5 to 8 pm at Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday in Hanover in Syracuse?
Free. Holiday in Hanover is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at Hanover Square and Clinton Square, Downtown Syracuse. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Brunch with Santa in Syracuse?
Adults $50, children 3 to 12 $32, 2 and under free with a ticket. Brunch with Santa is on Sun December 6, Sun December 13 and Sun December 20, 2026, 9 am to 1 pm at Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Drop in Art: Ornament Painting in Baldwinsville?
Free. Drop in Art: Ornament Painting is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 3 to 5 pm at Baldwinsville Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is The Polar Express Storytime in Liverpool?
Free, registration required. The Polar Express Storytime is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 12:30 to 1:30 pm at Liverpool Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Pictures with Santa! in Fayetteville?
Free, registration required. Pictures with Santa! is on Sunday, December 13, 2026, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at Fayetteville Free Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals in Baldwinsville?
Free, registration required. Holiday Dancing! Moving! Dance Class with Gail's Little Dancing Pals is on Friday, December 18, 2026, 10 to 11 am at Baldwinsville Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Gingerbread House Class in Baldwinsville?
Free, registration required; bring a bag of candy. Gingerbread House Class is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, 1 to 4 pm at Baldwinsville Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas in Liverpool?
Free, registration required. Storybook Kitchen: Snowman Pizzas is on Monday, December 28, 2026, 1:30 to 2:30 pm at Liverpool Public Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Syracuse?
Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Syracuse Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
