Westchester’s Most Beloved Holiday Tradition Returns to Kensico Dam Plaza
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland Drive Thru Holiday Light Extravaganza, presented by Westchester Medical Center Health Network, will return to Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla for its eleventh exciting season from November 23 through December 31, 2024.
Westchester’s most beloved interactive holiday event will be bigger and better than ever with thousands of electrifying lights creating magical vignettes, TWO 100-foot light tunnels and the best LIVE Santa Claus in Westchester making it accessible and convenient for all! New features for 2024 include:
- A new 125-foot pixel LED wall filled with thousands of animated lights that will illuminate scenes of the winter night sky complete with captivating northern lights.
- New Live Ice Queen Character that will greet guests at the beginning of the ride and create a magical snow experience for all to enjoy!
- New Festivus Pole, straight out of a Seinfeld episode, where you can air your grievances at this traditional aluminum Festivus pole!
- New OtoCast App that will allow families to hear magical stories of the larger-than-life light displays along the route. The app is available for free to download through wwinterwonderland.com
- Special themed nights including a Taylor ‘Swiftie’ Night November 27, Princess themed Night December 5, and family-friendly festive New Year’s December 31
Starting Saturday, November 23rd at 5:00 p.m., the festive celebration takes place six consecutive weeks through December 31, 2024, starting at 5:30 p.m. weekdays and on Saturday – Sundays at 5:00p.m. *End times vary per night. Tickets are $37 per vehicle, making it a great value for families! (+additional cost for large passenger vans/limos, call for special reservations). Reservations are required to avoid additional surcharges.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “Westchester’s Winter Wonderland is one of the most beloved holiday traditions in Westchester County. It’s the perfect way to celebrate with family in the warmth of your car as you drive through one of Westchester’s most beautiful parks dressed up in thousands of dazzling lights.”
Westchester Parks Foundation, the only organization dedicated exclusively to promoting and supporting Westchester County Parks, continues to re-imagine the eleventh season of the popular holiday event while creating a convenient and affordable holiday experience the entire family can enjoy. Proceeds from this event benefit WPF and allow the organization to invest in, advocate for and enhance the over 50 parks of the Westchester County Parks system.
Seth Mandelbaum, Westchester Park Foundation Chair stated: “Westchester’s Winter Wonderland is the best drive-thru holiday event in Westchester, making it accessible, affordable, and convenient to all without having to worry about obstacles including the weather! Events like this are created for people to not only learn about their County parks, but also enjoy a seasonal celebration close to home while giving back.”
Con Edison will return as a Platinum Sponsor of the Event, helping to light up over 118,000 Watts of energy at Kensico Dam Plaza for all to enjoy! Holiday classics will be simulcast through your vehicle’s FM radio, setting the mood from the moment you enter the park. Guests should allow 25-30 minutes to drive thru the attraction.
Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said: “Westchester’s Winter Wonderland is the event to not miss of the entire year. Our staff works for months on set up and logistics and always do an exceptional job. I’m excited to welcome back attendees to celebrate the holidays with us.”
When purchasing tickets, guests will have the option to donate additional fund to Westchester Parks Foundation to help expand its Camp Morty program for underserved youth along with Westchester Medical Center Health Network Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital.
The lighting masterpiece is designed by Peekskill based Eclectic Precision and Dark Tech Effects.
Wegman’s is returning as the live character sponsor.
Additional special event nights include the official tree lighting celebration on November 23 sponsored by Robison and a family-friendly festive way to ring in the New Year December 31 at Winter Wonderland sponsored by M&T Bank. Iona Preparatory School PK-12 in New Rochelle is also returning as the official app and music sponsor for the event.
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland is a place to make priceless holiday memories. It has become a Westchester holiday tradition without the hassle or expense of traveling to New York City and one of the safest and most affordable holiday options for the 2024 Holiday Season. For complete information and to purchase tickets, visit winterwonderland.com.
About Westchester Parks Foundation
Westchester Parks Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit, philanthropic organization which provides private support to preserve the County’s Park system and improve the quality of life in our communities. Westchester Parks Foundation’s mission is to invest in, advocate for, and enhance the over 50 parks of the Westchester County Parks system. For more information, visit www.thewpf.org.
