It is time to begin planning for the holidays! With Thanksgiving at the end of the month and the holiday season kicking-off, it is time to get in the spirit, celebrate, and shop for the perfect gifts for your loved ones. We've included a list of holiday markets and events to help usher in the holiday spirit!

Awaiting Santa's arrivel at The Andes Hotel

Delaware County

Birdsong Farm Holiday Market
November 18th and December 2nd from 11am-4pm
Birdsong Farm, 38718 NY-10, Hamden, NY

The beloved farmers' market opens its barn doors for two special Holiday Markets. Enjoy live music, pictures with Santa, and over 40 vendors! Find crafts, candles, herbal remedies, unique gift items and much more. 

The Andes Hotel Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade
Saturday, November 25th from 6pm-8pm
The Andes Hotel, 110 Main Street, Andes, NY

Greet Santa as he arrives at the Andes Hotel during the parade down Main Street! The Hotel will be decked out with lights and together everyone will light the Christmas tree. Come for Santa, hot toddies, hot chocolate, and a big celebration to kick off the holidays. There will also be a holiday shopping market from 4pm-8pm.

Menorah Lighting & Hanukkah Party
December 7th at 6pm
Courthouse Square and This & That, Delhi, NY

Participate in the menorah lighting at Courthouse Square at 6pm followed by a Hanukkah Party at This & That with Matzah Ball Soup and Sufganiyot (jelly donuts).

Photo courtesy of the Farmers' Museum

Otsego County

Glimmer Nights at the Farmers' Museum– A Holiday Light Show
November 24th-December 30th, Thursdays-Sundays, 5pm-8pm
5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY

At Glimmer Nights, visitors of all ages will experience the museum as never before on a self-guided walking tour through a wonderland of elaborate, multi-colored light displays. 

Home for the Holidays Parade
Saturday, December 2 at 10am
Main Street, Oneonta, NY

Santa arrives to Oneonta during a Holiday parade for the books! Make your way to Main Street Oneonta by 10am for this annual event. Getyour photo with Santa and welcome him home for the holidays.

Gingerbread Jubilee & Festival of the Trees
Saturday, December 2-Sunday, December 3 from 5pm-7pm
24 Market Street, Oneonta, NY 

Participate in a Gingerbread House making competition and browse decorated trees. You can win your favorite tree by participating in the raffle.  

Photo courtesy of Bethel Woods Center for the Arts

Sullivan County

Peace, Love, & Lights 
Friday, November 24th through Monday, January 1st
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY

Drive through a spectacular show of holiday lights, just turn your headlights off and bask in the glow of holiday splendor. Enjoy multiple shows as you drive including Snowflake Alley, Candy Cane Lane, Enchanted Forest, Groovy Way and others. 

Holiday Makers Market
Saturday, November 11th and Sunday, November 12th
Callicoon Apple Barn, 51 Creamery Road, Callicoon, NY

Shop over 60 hand-selected artisans with a beautiful assortment of treasures, along with local eats and beverages. The market is so expansive that it is in two locations within walking distance from one another.

Holiday Show & Luncheon
Wednesday, November 29th and Thursday, November 30th
Villa Roman, 356 Villa Roma Road, Callicoon, NY

Enjoy a full day holiday event with lunch, activities, and a live show all at Villa Roma.

Photo of Darlene Love, courtesy of ABC 7

Ulster County

Hullabaloo Holiday Market
Sunday, November 19th, 10am-4pm
467 Broadway, Kingston, NY 

A fresh twist on a festive fun and carefully curated selection of gifts and goods from over 75 makers and vintage vendors. Enjoy supporting small businesses while enjoying music, a photobooth, food, and more.

Holiday with Santa on the Walkway Over the Hudson
Sunday, November 26th from 11am-3pm
Walkway Over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie, NY

Kick off the Holidays with Jolly Ol' Saint Nick on the World's Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge. Get high quality digital photos with Santa and Frozen Character for a suggested donation of $10. 

Darlene Love: Love for the Holidays, live music performance
Saturday, December 9th, 8pm-10pm
Bearsville Theatre, 791 Tinker Street, Bearsville, NY

Enjoy a live performance by the legendary Darlene Love as she welcomes the holidays. Get in the holiday spirit at Bearsville Theater.