Northport Village has one of the quirkiest holiday traditions on Long Island: the annual Lighting of the Leg Lamp, a giant replica of the “major award” from the movie A Christmas Story. Hosted by Firefly Artists on Main Street, it draws a fun, nostalgic crowd every year. Northport itself is a picture-perfect harbor village and a lovely place for an evening stroll.
The lighting has traditionally been held the Sunday after Thanksgiving around 6 p.m., so expect November 29, 2026.
Quick Facts
| Expected date | Sunday, November 29, 2026, about 6 p.m. (confirm locally) |
|---|---|
| Where | Firefly Artists, Main Street, Northport Village |
| Cost | Free |
| Getting there | LIRR to Northport, then a short taxi |
Make an Evening of It
Walk Main Street down to the harbor, grab dinner in the village, or see the holiday musical at the John W. Engeman Theater. Huntington’s Holiday Spectacular is usually the same day, earlier in the evening.
About Northport Village
Northport is a picturesque harbor village on Long Island’s North Shore, with a Main Street of independent shops, restaurants and the John W. Engeman Theater, sloping down to the harbor and a waterfront park. In December, its lampposts and shopfronts are decorated, and the leg lamp adds a playful twist.
About the Leg Lamp
The leg lamp is the famous “major award” won by the father in the 1983 film A Christmas Story, a beloved holiday comedy. Replica leg lamps have become a symbol of the film’s quirky charm.
Make an Evening of It
- Have dinner on Main Street.
- Walk down to the harbor.
- See How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Engeman Theater.
More on Long Island
See our Christmas on Long Island guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Northport Leg Lamp lighting?
It has traditionally been held the Sunday after Thanksgiving at about 6 p.m., so expect November 29, 2026.
