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Great American Media, known for its family-friendly media brands, revealed plans to create the country’s largest and most immersive Christmas experience. Partnering with UBS Arena, the New York Islanders, and CandyRock Entertainment, the Great American Family Christmas Festival will take place at Northwell Park at UBS Arena, New York, opening daily from November 20 to January 5.

Featuring world premieres of holiday movies, nightly Christmas tree lightings, TikTok-worthy experiences, celebrity meet-and-greets, ice skating, Santa’s Crafting Village, and live entertainment, the inaugural Great American Family Christmas Festival promises a memorable experience for the entire family. Located in historic Belmont Park, The Northwell Park at UBS Arena offers year-round activities and events, especially during the New York Islanders’ season, within a 155,800 square foot outdoor space. This festive celebration enhances the venue’s reputation as New York’s premier entertainment destination, produced by the creative team at CandyRock Entertainment.

Over the past decade, my team and I have envisioned a Christmas Festival that will attract people from far and wide and offer fans a chance to meet the stars of our movies and immerse themselves in a one-of-a-kind festive experience,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media. “Between Islanders Ownership, who have an unparalleled commitment to the guest experience at UBS Arena, our Chief Creative Officer Candace Cameron Bure and her team at CandyRock Entertainment, and our terrific roster of talent, this partnership is poised to deliver the nation’s premier holiday event, not just this year, but for many seasons to come.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Great American Media to bring the Great American Family Christmas Festival to The Northwell Park at UBS Arena,” said New York Islanders Co-Owner Jon Ledecky. “This is a fantastic opportunity to create a magical holiday tradition for Islanders fans and all families throughout the New York metropolitan area. The Festival will be a wonderful addition to our existing entertainment offerings and further solidify UBS Arena as a year-round destination for fun and excitement.”

“We all look forward to the holidays as a time to be together with our families and make new memories,” said CandyRock Entertainment CEO Candace Cameron Bure. “And this is what the Christmas Festival is all about. We’re so happy to give families a new opportunity to experience joy, play together, and celebrate this season.”