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2026 Millerton's Festival of Lights
Updated: 1 day ago
Get ready for a day of holiday magic in Millerton!
The Festival of Lights returns on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28 bringing together neighbors, families, and friends for one of our town’s most beloved traditions. From morning movies to evening carols and the sparkling parade, it’s a full day of festive fun and community cheer.
Here’s what’s happening:
Friday, November 27
Morning Fun at The Moviehouse
Kick off the celebration with a FREE cozy holiday classic at The Moviehouse!
Movie: Elf (2003)
Doors Open: 9:30 am
Showtime: 10:00 am
Families can enjoy this feel-good favorite together — and every child will receive a free raffle ticket for prizes from local businesses!
Stuff the Truck with the Millerton Fire Co.
Bring unwrapped toys to The Millerton Inn to benefit Millerton families.
From 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Children's Raffle at Veterans Park
After the movie, head to Veterans Park for the raffle drawing and more festivities.
Drawing Time: 12:00 pm
Don’t miss your chance to win local gift certificates and Toys — it’s always a crowd favorite!
Afternoon Festivities - The fun continues all around town:
Free Hot Chocolate from NBT Bank
Warm up with complimentary hot cocoa at the NBT Bank tent in Veterans Park.
From 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Evening Magic: Caroling and Parade of Lights. After the sun sets, Millerton truly shines!
Caroling Along Main Street
Join in a town-wide singalong — line up at 4:30 pm, singing begins at 4:45 pm.
Festival of Lights Parade
The day ends with Millerton’s most magical moment hosted by The Millerton Fire Company - the Festival of Lights Parade.
Parade Starts: 5:00 pm
Saturday, November 28
The Millerton Farmers Market
The fun keeps going at the NECC Farmers Market which offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, pasture-raised meats, fruit, cheeses, baked goods and prepared foods. The Farmers Market is located at Millerton Methodist Church, at the corner of Dutchess Ave and Main Street.
From: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
gingerbread house decorating
Stroll over to the annex at the NorthEast-Millerton Library to decorate gingerbread houses. The finished houses will be displayed in shop windows along Main Street, and the winners will be announced at our Winter Market on Saturday, December 19.
From: 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Can’t make the decorating event? You can still enter! Drop off your gingerbread house at the NorthEast-Millerton Library by December 18th.
Make It a Weekend to Remember
The Festival of Lights is Millerton at its best — joyful, welcoming, and full of heart. Whether you’re singing on Main Street, sipping cocoa, or watching the lights twinkle through town, it’s the perfect way to start the holiday season.
See you there!
Save the Date: Millerton Winter Market
Saturday, December 19 | Millerton, NY
Mark your calendars for one last festive day on Main Street before the holidays! The Millerton Winter Market brings together local makers, merchants, and neighbors for an afternoon of holiday shopping and community cheer.
It’s also the grand finale of our holiday season:
Gingerbread Contest: Stop by and vote for your favorite gingerbread house, built by our own Millerton neighbors!
Elf on Main Street: Bring your completed stamp card to claim your prize.
Find a one-of-a-kind gift, cross a few names off your list, and celebrate the season with us. More details coming soon!
