Have a Merry & Bright Season at Annual Holiday Events in Washington County, NY
Celebrate the Holiday Season in the Countryside Near Saratoga
Sleigh bells are ringing - are you listening? The holiday season is underway in Saratoga Springs, and one of the best places to experience the magic is right next door. Discover a variety of celebrations annual holiday events in Washington County, NY, that will help make your season merry and bright.
Witness the Dazzling Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade in Greenwich
Recognized as the area's unofficial kickoff to the holiday season, the Holiday Lighted Tractor Parade in historic downtown Greenwich, NY, is a wonderful event beloved by people of all ages. The Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce will host the 2025 tractor parade on November 22.
Stand by the side of the road and watch as over 70 tractors decorated with thousands of twinkling and colorful lights travel through Greenwich in celebration of the holidays.
Around 10,000 spectators come to see the parade every year and enjoy food, treats, and festivities in town.
Cheer on the CPKC Holiday Train as It Rolls into Town
Each year, the CPKC Holiday Train goes on a journey across North America, entertains thousands of people at various stops, and collects food and monetary donations. What makes this train special is that donations from each stop stay in the local community!
Bring the family to see the festively decorated train when it visits Mechanicville, NY, and Menands NY, on November 25, 2025.
Then, the train will travel to Fort Edward, NY, on November 26, 2025. Artists Tyler Shaw and Brittany Kennell will perform live at each stop.
Light Up Your Holiday Season With Granville's Community Events
The Town of Granville, NY, knows how to celebrate the holiday season, and each year, you can look forward to family-friendly fun in the community.
Holiday Tree Lighting
The annual Holiday Tree Lighting in Granville will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025, bringing everyone together for a festive celebration in the park.
This year’s theme is “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” Arrive early to receive your free pass to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Lighted Tractor Parade
Granville's 8th Annual Lighted Tractor Parade will also spread holiday cheer on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Dozens of decorated tractors, trucks, and vehicles will light up the night as the parade travels throughout the community's streets.
See Santa at the Hudson Falls Hometown Holiday Celebration
During the holiday season, Santa Claus takes time out of his busy schedule to visit families in the Village of Hudson Falls, NY. It's even become a local tradition to watch as Santa gets rescued by the local fire department at the Hometown Holiday Celebration!
The Hometown Holiday Celebration event typically includes Santa's rescue, carols in the park, and visits with Santa.
Enjoy Three Days of Holiday Fun at Christmas in Cambridge
Christmas in Cambridge has continued to evolve and offer tons of free holiday events and activities for families. The fun-filled celebration typically includes Santa Claus' arrival, a memorial tree lighting, a parade, and more.
Stay tuned for more info!
Buy Handcrafted Products During Christmas in the Country
Christmas in the Country is a special open house weekend in Washington County when farms and artist studios welcome the public to browse their handcrafted products. This year, it will be returning on December 5 - 7, 2025.
You can visit the locations in any order during the open house hours. All of them will have great holiday gifts for sale, ranging from jams and dip mixes to ornaments, home decor, folk art, mittens, and jewelry.
Ready to experience the magic of the holidays near Saratoga? Attend some of these upcoming annual holiday events in Washington County with the family and have fun!
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