Escape the city noise for a magical winter wonderland. Located just 40 miles outside New York City, Twinkle & Tinsel Holiday Festival is the Hudson Valley’s newest must-see Christmas light display. Walk through millions of sparkling lights, enjoy festive treats, visit Santa, and create unforgettable holiday memories without taking a full weekend trip.
Whether you’re planning a romantic holiday date night or a festive weekend outing with the kids, this immersive walk-through experience is one of the easiest, most magical holiday day trips from NYC this season.
27 November 2026 16:30 + more dates
Pure Terror Scream Park
Why you can’t miss it
- Millions of Interactive Christmas Lights: Stroll through towering, immersive tunnel displays and twinkling holiday light displays designed for stunning photo ops.
- Photos with Santa Claus: Bring the family to meet Santa in a cozy, festive setup right in Monroe, NY.
- An Easy Quick Trip from NYC: Skip the multi-hour road trips—enjoy a complete Hudson Valley holiday experience under an hour from the city.
Here’s what you need to know about Twinkle & Tinsel
Dates: Opening November 2026
Location: 1008 NY-17M, Monroe, NY 10950 (~40 miles / 1 hour drive from NYC)
Pricing: Tickets start at $21.98
Duration: ~45 to 60 minutes (Walk-through at your own pace)
Age Requirement/Accessibility: All ages welcome/fully ADA compliant venue
How to get there and where to stay
You can go to Hudson Valley just for the show or you can make a weekend out of it.
Driving Access: Easy highway access via I-87 N to NY-17 W from NYC
Public Transit: Take the NJ Transit Port Jervis Line from Penn Station (via Secaucus) to the Harriman Station (~10 minutes away by rideshare/taxi) or catch a ShortLine/Coach USA bus from Port Authority to Monroe
There are all kinds of hotels and places to stay in the area, here are a couple of hotel options:
- Sleep Inn & Suites Monroe – located just minutes from the event venue.
- Hampton Inn Harriman – easy access to both Route 87 and local attractions.
Additional things to do if you decide on a weekend trip:
- Visit Brotherhood, America’s Oldest Winery.
- Go shopping at Woodbury Common Outlets.
- The Castle Fun Center has a large arcade, rock climbing, roller skating and more.
Make this holiday memorable with a getaway to Hudson Valley for a day or a long weekend.
Twinkle & Tinsel Holiday Festival
27 November 2026 16:30 + more dates
Pure Terror Scream Park