It’s the most wonderful time of the year! As the cold weather rolls in, Staten Islanders are slowly beginning to swap out their autumn décor for garland and holiday lights.
For most Staten Island residents, part of their holiday tradition involves attending one or more of the many fairs and festivals that take place across the borough. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the season, get a head start on holiday shopping, connect with neighbors, support local businesses, and visit community parishes, schools and other organizations than through these holiday events. You are sure to find great gift items, handmade crafts, baked goods, and perhaps catch a glimpse of Santa.
Below are some of the Holiday Fair events and festivities taking place on Staten Island during this holiday season. Why not check out a few?
November
Friday, November 21
St. Adalbert Holiday Fair
355 Morningstar Road 718-442-2020
9am-8pm
St. Joseph – St. Thomas Holiday Fair
50 Maguire Avenue 718-356-0452
3-9pm
Saturday, November 22
Christ Lutheran Church Christmas Fair
121 Cleveland Avenue 718-984-6595
9am-3pm
Raffles, gift baskets, bake sale, holiday gifts, Vermont cheddar, and more.
All Saints Episcopal Church Holiday Fair
2329 Victory Boulevard 718-948-4702
10am-4pm
Proceeds will go to help animals. There will be homemade food and 50+ raffle baskets.
Great Kills Moravian Church Christmas Craft Fair
74 Hillside Terrace 718-317-7788
10am-4pm
Holiday decorations, bakery, luncheon, and more.
Assumption-St. Paul Christmas Fair
129 Clinton Avenue 718-447-6362
10am-5pm
Visit from Santa (1-3pm) and raffles for designer bags.
Our Lady Queen of Peace Christmas Fair
63 Cloister Place 718-351-0370
10am-6pm
Raffle baskets, craft table, children’s crafts, baked goods, games, food, and pictures with Santa.
St. Joseph – St. Thomas Holiday Fair
50 Maguire Avenue 718-356-0452
10am-9pm
Sunday, November 23
St. Joseph – St. Thomas Holiday Fair
50 Maguire Avenue 718-356-0452
10am-5pm
Knights of Columbus Hall
397 Clark Avenue 718-667-9852
9:30am
Friday, November 28
Alice Austen House
2 Hylan Boulevard 718-816-4506
11am-5pm
Handmade holiday gifts, local artists and craftsmen.
Saturday, November 29
Alice Austen House
2 Hylan Boulevard 718-816-4506
11am-5pm
Handmade holiday gifts, local artists and craftsmen.
Sunday, November 30
Alice Austen House
2 Hylan Boulevard 718-816-4506
11am-5pm
Handmade holiday gifts, local artists and craftsmen.
December
Friday, December 5
St. Teresa School Christmas Fair
1632 Victory Boulevard 718-448-9650
8am-6pm
Saturday, December 6
Christ Church New Brighton St. Nick’s Fair
76 Franklin Avenue 718-727-6100
10am-4pm
Pictures with Santa, and breakfast & lunch.
St. Roch Church Christmas Fair
602 Port Richmond Avenue 718-442-4755
10am-6pm
Gifts, vendors, and raffles.
St. Teresa School Christmas Fair
1632 Victory Boulevard 718-448-9650
10am-6pm
Stapleton UAME Church Holiday Fair
49 Tompkins Avenue 718-273-2857
11am-5pm
Raffle baskets, craft table, children’s crafts, baked goods, food, and pictures with Santa.
St. Christopher School Christmas Fair
51 Lisbon Place 718-351-0902
12-6pm
Santa will be at the fair.
Art & Craft Sale @ Staten Island Museum
75 Stuyvesant Place 718-727-1135
www.statenislandmuseum.org
10am
Art Lab’s Holiday Arts & Crafts @ Art Lab Gallery
1000 Richmond Terrace (Building H) 718-447-8667
11am-5pm
Sunday, December 7
St. Teresa School Christmas Fair
1632 Victory Boulevard 718-448-9650
8am-2pm
Farrell Christmas Fair
2900 Amboy Road 718-987-2900
10am-5pm
Homemade crafts, refreshments, and live music.
St. Clare’s Christmas Fair
150 Nelson Avenue 718-984-7873
11am-5pm
Monday, December 8
St. Clare’s Christmas Fair
150 Nelson Avenue 718-984-7873
9am-4pm
Thursday, December 11
PS 58 PTA Holiday Fair
77 Marsh Avenue 718-761-2155
6-9pm
Photo booth, arts and crafts for kids, and mini bake sale.
Wednesday, December 17
PS 39 Holiday Fair
71 Sand Lane 718-447-4543
8:30am-6pm
Thursday, December 18
PS 39 Holiday Fair
71 Sand Lane 718-447-4543
8:30am-6pm
Saturday, December 20
New to You Vendors Market & Craft Fair
Zion Lutheran, 505 Watchogue Road 347-979-7726
11am-4pm
Santa visit and pictures.
Stay tuned for more information about other holiday events taking place over the next few weeks. Are you looking to buy Staten Island real estate or a home on Staten Island and want to know more? Please don’t hesitate to contact me on Facebook or Twitter.
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Look forward to meeting up soon! Have an extraordinary day!