Easton Holiday Lights, Drone Show, Santa, and seasonal fun

Celebrate the season at Easton Town Center with the sights, sounds, and feelings of the holidays. The holiday season kicks off on November 14, 2025 at Easton, with the Grand Illumination, Santa, Carriage rides, and more.

Easton’s Grand Illumination

The Easton Holiday season starts on Friday, November 14, 2025 from 6-9 pm. 

Enjoy seasonal surprises at the Grand Illumination, including millions of twinkling lights. 

The fun begins at 5PM, along the streets surrounding the Town Square will be transformed into a holiday wonderland with strolling costumed characters, festive photo opportunities, delicious hot beverages, and sweet treats. 

Get an Easton Glow Band to help light up the night, courtesy of sponsor, Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Easton Glow Bands will be available onsite at the event at no cost.

At 6PM, enjoy live music from Whirlybirds, surprise costumed character appearances and a special visit from Santa around 7PM to light the 56-foot tree and two-million lights all around Easton!

Details here. 

Holiday season at Easton

Check out the amazing lights and seasonal delights of Easton during the holidays, including the elaborate train display!

Easton will begin Holiday Hours during Thanksgiving week and through the December.

Individual stores may choose their own hours, capacity, and policies, so call the brands before you visit to find out store details. You’ll find direct phone numbers and more information on the Entertainment, Shopping and Dining pages.

Santa Pictures at Easton Town Center

November 15 – December 24, 2025

Pictures with Santa are back at Easton Town Center this year!

Photos with Santa at Easton are some of the most affordable options in a professional setting. Your first 5×7 is just $10, or take a candid pic with your own camera for FREE! Photos begin after the Holiday Lighting Ceremony on November 14, 2025.

Photos with Santa at Easton Town Center

Easton’s Holiday Drone Show

Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 6-8PM at The Yard

Join us for a light-filled night at Easton’s Holiday Drone Show presented by Calpine Energy Solutions! The evening will include festive treats, music, and fun for all ages, concluding with a holiday themed drone show, celebrating 25 years of Easton. Details here. 

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Holiday Carriage Rides at Easton

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Experience the magic of the season from a horse-drawn carriage throughout Easton’s North District and Fenlon Square. Rides are $10 per person, cash only. Children under 15 ride free with a paying adult. Carriages pick up and drop off outside of Zara on Gramercy Street.

Holiday Carriage Rides at Easton

Friday – Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00PM
Sunday: 3:00 – 7:00PM 

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Take a festive ride around the Town with Easton Holiday Carriage Rides