# Event Details - **Event Name**: Light The Plaza - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Nov, 2025 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 22 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Kick off the holiday season at Light The Plaza — Stuyvesant Plaza’s annual holiday celebration and tree lighting event!About this EventKick off the holiday season at Light The Plaza, Stuyvesant Plaza’s annual holiday celebration and tree lighting event. Join us on November 22, starting at 3 PM, with the tree lighting ceremony beginning promptly at 5 PM on The Lawn at Stuyvesant Plaza.Experience the Magic:Tree Lighting Countdown: Gather around for the highlight of the evening — our annual countdown to the tree lighting, featuring a special visit from Santa himself.Carriage Rides: Take a complimentary ride under the twinkling plaza lights, courtesy of Stuyvesant Plaza.Holiday Window Decorating Competition: Browse and vote for your favorite festive window display as our retailers compete for top honors.Live Music: Enjoy upbeat holiday tunes by DJ Ayo.Seasonal Sips & Treats: Sip on delicious hot cocoa (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available) and indulge in festive treats — with proceeds benefiting the Guilderland YMCA. Catered by Jacob & Anthony’s Italian.Family Fun: Enjoy balloon twisting, special in-store promotions and holiday activities throughout our beloved shops and restaurants.Give Back This Season:Bring a nonperishable food item upon arrival to donate to your local food pantry. Collection bins will be available at The Lawn.Join us for an evening of lights, laughter, and community as we celebrate the spirit of the season together at Stuyvesant Plaza.Let us know you're coming by rsvping today! By rsvping, you acknowledge that your email will be added to the Stuyvesant Plaza email database.Notice of Photography/Videography: Please note that by taking part in this event, you grant the event organizers full rights to use the images resulting from photography/video filming. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the photographer & event staff know. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albany/light-the-plaza/100001955175204669 - **Event Categories**: christmas-lights, holiday, music, nonprofit, contests, live-music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 7 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Albany - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Stuyvesant Plaza - **lat**: 42.6830353 - **long**: -73.8396394 - **full address**: Stuyvesant Plaza, 1475 Western Avenue, Albany, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Light The Plaza - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9a0cdc7a34c53aa082e18a870b1c01562c354cfb8ddf23ea7f26a6431a6ceaf2-rimg-w1200-h600-dc024265-gmir.jpg?v=1762606454 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Light The Plaza being held? - **A:** Light The Plaza takes place on Sat, 22 Nov, 2025 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 22 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm at Stuyvesant Plaza, 1475 Western Avenue, Albany, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Light The Plaza? - **A:** Light The Plaza is organized by Stuyvesant Plaza. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Light The Plaza is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Albany, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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