# First Night and Tree Lighting Ceremony

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Fri, Dec 4 · 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
- Where: Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Old Westbury Gardens
- Official page: https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/first-night-and-tree-lighting-ceremony-2/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Tour decorated rooms at Westbury House, meet Santa and enjoy cookies and warm cider. A choir concert is followed by an outdoor tree lighting.

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