STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — From model train displays and kids’ programs to guided hikes and creative workshops, this weekend is full of activities for families and explorers of all ages.
Here’s your guide to what’s happening this weekend on Staten Island.
Multi-Day Events
Holiday House Tours at Historic Richmond Town | Dec. 26 at 2 p.m., Dec. 27-28 at noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Step back in time and discover how Christmas was celebrated across different eras at Historic Richmond Town. This guided tour takes visitors through authentically decorated historic buildings, beginning with the 1820s where natural decorations like holly and ivy adorn the Guyon-Lake-Tysen House, Basket Maker’s House and Tavern. The journey continues to the 1860s Victorian era at the General Store and Stephens-Black House, showcasing the evolution of Christmas traditions including decorated trees and holiday shopping customs. The tour wraps up at the Courtroom featuring an impressive 15-foot Christmas tree.
Cost: $10 (tickets here)
Location: Historic Richmond Town, 441 Clarke Ave., Staten Island, NY 10306
Model Train Show | Dec. 27-28 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 29 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Watch miniature locomotives wind through detailed landscapes at this captivating display. Train enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy seeing intricate model railways in action, featuring realistic scenery and carefully crafted track layouts.
Cost: Free with museum admission
Location: Staten Island Children’s Museum, 1000 Richmond Terr., Staten Island, NY 10301
Saturday, Dec. 27
Vermicomposting: Worm Bins 101 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Discover the art of vermicomposting in this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to create and maintain your own worm composting system. Participants will explore which organic materials work best for composting and how to keep your worm ecosystem thriving. Take home your own worm bin and the skills to transform kitchen waste into nutrient-rich soil for gardening.
Cost: $15 (Students/Seniors/Snug Harbor Members receive 10% discount) (tickets here)
Location: Visitor Info Booth at Snug Harbor on Chapel and Gazebo roads, Staten Island, NY 10301
Historic Tea Party: Holiday Edition | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Step back in time at the historic Biddle House for a special holiday celebration with the Urban Park Rangers. Learn about the art of brewing natural teas while exploring their historical significance and connection to modern holiday customs. Period costumes are welcome, and all supplies will be provided by the Rangers.
Cost: Free (register here)
Location: H.H. Biddle House, Conference House Park, 70 Satterlee Street, Staten Island, NY 10307
Vision Boards for 2026 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Create a visual roadmap for your dreams and aspirations in this empowering workshop. Design a personalized vision board representing your goals in areas like career, relationships, health, finances, and personal development. Participants are welcome to bring old magazines or books for materials. For Ages 13-24.
Cost: Free
Location: The Pride Center of Staten Island, 66 Willow Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305
Sunday, Dec. 28
Birding: Winter Birds |10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Join NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers for a guided nature walk through Silver Lake Park to spot seasonal migratory species and winter waterfowl. This beginner-friendly birding experience welcomes participants of all skill levels as rangers lead you along woodland trails to prime bird-watching locations throughout the park.
Cost: Free
Location: Silver Lake Park, 700 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10301
Capturing Change: Golden Hour Photography Tour | 3–5:30 p.m.
Join a small group of photographers for a rare golden‑hour tour of Freshkills Park and document its ongoing transformation from the world’s largest landfill into a 2,200‑acre urban park. This guided program offers exclusive access to the closed site, with stops at several scenic viewpoints to capture the engineered landscape in late‑day light. All skill levels are welcome; bring your own camera or phone.
Cost: Donation-based (suggested minimum $10 per car) (register here)
Location: Freshkills Park, 350 Wild Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314
A Very GRACE-ful Winter’s Tale | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Join the Grace Foundation’s GRACE-ful Glee Club for an enchanting musical comedy that brings the Enchanted Village of Brielle to life. This special performance features talented individuals impacted by autism spectrum disorder who will captivate audiences through song, dance, acting and storytelling centered around royal siblings. The hour-long show offers family-friendly entertainment that celebrates the performing arts while showcasing the incredible abilities of the ensemble members.
Cost: Free with museum admission
Location: Staten Island Children’s Museum, 1000 Richmond Terr., Staten Island, NY 10301
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